Speaker of the House, Nabih Berri, on Monday welcomed Admiral Edward Ahlgren, the UK’s Senior Defense Advisor for the Middle East, and his accompanying delegation at the second presidency in Ain al-Tineh. British Ambassador to Lebanon, Hamish Cowell, was also in attendance. Discussions focused on the situation in Lebanon and
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said: “We must strengthen our military capabilities in order to deter Israel from its practices against the Palestinian people.” Erdogan added during his participation in a meeting of the Justice and Development Party branch in the northeastern province of Rize: “Just as we entered Karabakh
The Popular Mobilization Authority announced the arrest of 35 people accused of promoting the banned Baath Party during the first half of this year. The Authority stated in a statement: “In qualitative operations that included a number of governorates, the General Directorate of Information in the Intelligence and Information Assistant
The Ukrainian Air Force said it intercepted nine out of 10 combat drones launched by Russia overnight, as well as one Russian cruise missile, with no damage reported in the attacks. Drones flew in the other direction, too, with the Russian Defence Ministry saying today that 39 Ukrainian drones were
Governor of Kirkuk Rakan al-Jubouri confirmed that the parties that talk about the governor’s position going to a non-Arab figure do not have the majority. He said in a statement, “The governor’s position going to a non-Arab figure does not come through statements and speculations, but through political consensus.. indicating
Italian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Antonio Tajani, on Monday held phone discussions with his Lebanese and Israeli counterparts, Abdallah Bou Habib and Israel Katz, in an effort to prevent the conflict in the Middle East from escalating, according to Italy’s Nova News Agency. Following talks, Tajani
Minister of Justice Khaled Shawani confirmed today, Monday, that the government is working seriously to implement human rights concepts and ensure public freedoms contained in the constitution. The Ministry of Justice stated, in a statement, that “Minister of Justice Khaled Shawani received a delegation from the European Foundation for Dialogue
Grand Mufti Sheikh Abdul Latif Derian, accompanied by regional muftis, on Monday departed for Saudi Arabia on an official visit. “Our visit underscores the fraternal relations with Saudi Arabia’s leadership, government, and people. The Kingdom has always supported Lebanon and its issues,’ Derian stated. Moreover, the Grand Mufti emphasized the
Muscat:Omani theatre artist Omair Anwar Al Balushi has shared his perspectives on the foundational and transformative impact of theatre. He emphasizes that theatre’s essence is in providing the audience with an elusive sensation through body and voice…
Muscat:The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth organized a national concert themed “Majestic Peace” at the Madinat Al Irfan Theatre. The event was held under the patronage of Dr. Abdullah bin Nasser Al Harrasi, Minister of Information, to highlight …
Sharjah:The Sultanate of Oman actively participated in the 13th Sharjah International Library Conference, which took place in the Emirate of Sharjah from November 7 to November 9, 2026. This event was held on the sidelines of the 45th Sharjah Internat…
Washington:The Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center organized a special fashion show in Washington, celebrating traditional Omani attire. This event also honored the Sultanate of Oman’s strong cultural connections with the United States.
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Muscat:The Book of Olives by Omani writer Dr. Aziza Al Taie delves into the themes of Palestine as a land, its people, and the enduring memory of their struggles through a series of evocative texts. The book portrays the suffering under occupation whi…
