Trump to announce Gaza 'breakthrough' after presenting 21-point proposal

US President Donald Trump is preparing to announce a Gaza ceasefire proposal, after he presented a 21-point plan to Arab leaders at the UN this week, US officials said on Wednesday. Mr Trump plans to unveil the proposal in co-ordination with...

Prince Albert II attends European Political Community Summit

The Monegasque Sovereign took part in the discussions at the 7th EPC Summit in Denmark, which assembled heads of state and government from the old continent. On Thursday 2 October in Copenhagen, the country’s capital, European leaders discussed...

Gold soars to record high amid US government shutdown fears

Gold has resumed its ascent, marching past the all-time high of $3,800 an ounce as a potential shutdown of the US government and expectations of further interest rate cuts by the US Federal Reserve fuel the rally. A weaker dollar also lent support...

The future is now: Tensor Robocar unveiled in Dubai

In a city defined by its seeming pursuit of the impossible, the unveiling of the Tensor Robocar at the Dubai World Congress for Self-Driving Transport feels a little more than a product launch. This is not another electric vehicle, the company...

Premier League predictions: Liverpool return to winning ways at Chelsea

Friday: Bournemouth v Fulham (11pm kick-off UAE) Bournemouth's fine start to the season continued – the Cherries have lost just once in six games and sit sixth in the table – with an injury-time goal from Eli Kroupi earning them a 2-2 draw at...

Ikon Pass Holders Can Offer Discounted Lift Tickets to Friends and Family

For a limited time, Ikon Pass holders can offer discounted lift tickets to their crew that provide up to 50% off window rate, up from 25% off, at select Ikon Pass destinations. Find more joy at your favorite Ikon Pass destination with up to 12...

Israeli strikes kill at least 17 Palestinians in Gaza as leaders ramp up pressure for a cease-fire

He said he had been lobbying US President Trump to press Israel again for a cease-fire. “You cannot stop the war if there is no path to peace,” Macron added. Some Israeli ministers in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government have pushed for...

Belgium’s ‘conditional’ recognition of Palestine – A symbolic act that appeases no one

Last week, 10 countries officially recognized Palestine as a sovereign state. The United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and Portugal all announced the recognition of a Palestinian state on the 21st of September. With France, Luxembourg, Malta, and...

The case for Palestinian statehood is stronger than ever

In a notable development at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, several countries, including France, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Andorra, and Belgium, have formally recognised the State of Palestine. This follows announcements...

Palestine: Beyond French, UK and western countries’ recognition

Summary Critical analysis of the Israel/Palestine conundrum is inchoate without thoroughly comprehending the conflict’s foundational basis. Notably, competing claims to land by Israelis and Palestinians; complex international and regional...

Orascom Construction and OCI seek merger to create investment platform

Egyptian contractor Orascom Construction and Euronext-listed investment firm OCI Global, companies controlled by Egyptian billionaire Nassef Sawiris, are evaluating a merger to establish a scalable infrastructure and investment platform. The...

A map showing countries that recognize Palestinian state and those that plan to

by Naharnet Newsdesk 24 September 2025, 15:30 France, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia and Belgium were among 10 nations this week to to recognize a Palestinian state that does not yet exist. Portugal, Luxembourg, Andorra, Malta and Monaco...

Saudi Arabia Leads High-Level Panel on Advancing Peace at Munich Leaders Meeting

In a significant step toward fostering dialogue and addressing one of the world’s most protracted conflicts, Saudi Arabia hosted a high-level panel discussion in the historic city of al-Ula on Thursday, focusing on pathways to peace between Israel...

As Western nations recognise Palestine state, Palestinians doubt its impact

Palestinians across the Gaza Strip and the Israeli-occupied West Bank welcomed news that a flurry of Western countries have recognised a Palestinian state, while expressing doubt the move will improve their dire circumstances. On Monday, France,...

Over 150 countries recognize the state of Palestine

At the 80th United Nations General Assembly, France, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Andorra and Belgium officially recognised the State of Palestine, joining Canada, Australia, Portugal and the United Kingdom. London’s announcement, delivered on...

Kuwait hails 7 European nations for recognizing Palestinian state

KUWAIT CITY, Sept 23, (Agencies): Kuwait’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced Tuesday, Kuwait welcomes the declaration by France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Malta, Denmark, Andorra, and Monaco recognizing the State of Palestine, describing this...

US calls allies’ recognition of Palestine 'performative'

The US has described the recognition of a Palestinian state by several key allies, including Britain, Australia, and Canada, as "performative". "Our focus remains on serious diplomacy, not performative gestures. Our priorities are clear: the...

As Trump said, what is the purpose of the UN?

What are the prospects for UN transformation? The question is in focus as the General Assembly in the past week marked the 80th anniversary of the founding of the UN. At stake is the relevance and functioning of the world’s premier forum for...

As Western nations recognize statehood, Palestinians doubt its impact

DEIR AL-BALAH — Palestinians across the Gaza Strip and the Israeli-occupied West Bank welcomed news that a flurry of Western countries have recognized a Palestinian state, while expressing doubt the move will improve their dire circumstances. On...

Recognising a Palestinian state: from 1917 to today

This Sunday, the leaders of several countries, including the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia and Portugal, announced their recognition of Palestinian statehood. A day later, France, Andorra, Belgium, Luxembourg, Malta and Monaco joined the...