Author: Editorial Team
ISLAMABAD — Pakistan said on Saturday that “encouraging progress” had been achieved toward reaching a final understanding between the United States and Iran to end the ongoing regional conflict. In a statement issued after Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir concluded a day-long visit to Tehran, the Pakistani military said intensive negotiations over the past 24 hours had advanced mediation efforts. “The intensive negotiations over the last 24 hours have resulted in encouraging progress towards a final understanding,” the statement said. Munir arrived in Tehran on Friday evening for his second visit to Iran in recent weeks as part…
WASHINGTON — US President Donald Trump said Saturday that he is “50-50” on whether Washington will reach a deal with Iran or resume military strikes, adding that he expects to make a decision by Sunday. Speaking to Axios, Trump said it was a “solid 50/50” chance that the United States could either secure a “good” agreement with Tehran or “blow them to kingdom come.” “I think one of two things will happen: either I hit them harder than they have ever been hit, or we are going to sign a deal that is good,” Trump said. The US president added…
RIYADH — The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) announced on Saturday that land, sea, and air customs ports across Saudi Arabia recorded 931 seizures of various types and forms of prohibited items during the last week. The seized items included 76 narcotics, 413 prohibited items, 1,827 tobacco products, 13 cases involving cash, and five cases involving weapons and related equipment. ZATCA affirmed its commitment to tightening customs control over the Kingdom’s imports and exports to ensure the security and protection of society. This is part of ZATCA’s ongoing efforts to enhance security and protect society from prohibited items, in…
RIYADH — Saudi security forces arrested a total of 8,943 illegal residents in a week. The arrests were made in joint inspections, carried out in collaboration with the relevant government agencies, during the period between May 14 and 20, the Ministry of Interior announced on Saturday. Those who were arrested include 4,638 violators of the Residency Law, 2,810 violators of the Border Security Law, and 1,495 violators of the Labor Law. The total number of people who were arrested while trying to cross the border into the Kingdom accounted for 1,158, of whom 38 percent were Yemeni nationals, 61 percent…
Dubai Police have arrested a group of young men involved in a violent altercation using bladed weapons. Dubai Police told Khaleej Times that another individual was also taken into custody for filming the incident and sharing the footage. All necessary legal measures have been taken against the involved parties, and the suspects have been referred to the competent authorities. Authorities reiterated their commitment to maintaining public safety. They urged community members to report any negative behaviour through the Dubai Police smart app, via the “Police Eye” service, or by calling 999. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow…
MINA — Hajj Security Forces arrested 12 expatriates and one Saudi citizen for violating Hajj rules and regulations in three separate incidents. In the first incident, five Turkish residents were arrested for violating Hajj regulations and instructions by attempting to enter Makkah through dirt roads and valleys without obtaining Hajj permits. Legal action was taken against them. Security patrols in Makkah also arrested four residents of Indian and Bangladeshi nationalities for fraud and deception through publishing fake and misleading advertisements for Hajj services on social media platforms. The security authorities seized forged cards, documents, and tools used in the crime.…
MINA — The Ministry of Commerce announced that more than 243 million essential goods have been supplied to markets and retail outlets across Makkah and the holy sites since the beginning of Dhul Hijjah. The ministry is keen on ensuring an abundant supply of vital commodities, including bread, bottled water, dairy products, and ice, and to meet the daily needs of pilgrims during the Hajj season. The provisions include over 121.6 million bottles of water; 82.2 million packages of dairy products, juices, and soft drinks; 31.3 million loaves of bread; and more than 7.9 million blocks of ice. To sustain…
Motorists in Ajman will enjoy free public parking while parks and recreational destinations across the emirate will remain open until midnight during the Eid Al Adha holidays, as Ajman Municipality and Planning Department rolled out an extensive holiday service plan aimed at easing movement and enhancing family leisure experiences. The municipality announced that parking spaces subject to fees would be exempt from charges from Tuesday, May 26, until Friday, May 29, with paid parking services resuming on Saturday, May 30. Authorities urged motorists to continue adhering to parking regulations and avoid parking in prohibited areas despite the temporary fee exemption.…
DUBAI, 23rd May, 2026 (WAM) — ENOC Group, a leading integrated global energy player, today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Allied Biofuels Holding, based in Abu Dhabi, to explore the offtake and distribution of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and Electro-synthetic Sustainable Aviation Fuel (e-SAF) across local, regional, and international markets. The fuels will be sourced from Allied Biofuels’ integrated production facility under development in the Republic of Uzbekistan. Under the agreement, ENOC and Allied Biofuels will form a dedicated working group to assess the commercial feasibility of establishing a long-term distribution pathway for the produced…
VIENNA, 23rd May, 2026 (WAM) — The University of Sharjah (UOS) has signed an academic cooperation agreement with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) at the agency’s headquarters in Vienna, opening new pathways for UOS students of nuclear engineering to engage with global research and training programmes. The agreement enables students enrolled in the University’s nuclear engineering programme to participate in the agency’s international training and fellowship schemes, while also contributing to coordinated research projects conducted in collaboration with member states worldwide. Commenting on the agreement, Professor Dr Issam Al-Din Ibrahim Ajami, Chancellor of the University of Sharjah, said the…