Following the assassination of Ahmed al-Rahawi in an Israeli airstrike on Sana’a, Yemen’s Houthi movement appointed Mohammed Ahmed Muftah as acting Prime Minister. Born in 1967, Muftah has been a key figure within the group, known for his religious background and long-standing involvement. His appointment comes amid ongoing tensions in the region.
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The UAE will witness a rare total lunar eclipse tonight, lasting 82 minutes and visible across all seven emirates. The International Astronomical Centre will livestream the event from 7:30 PM to 11:50 PM. The eclipse peaks at 10:12 PM, turning the Moon red. It’s among the longest in recent years and visible to 87% of the world.
Roblox has suspended voice and text chat features in Saudi Arabia and the UAE amid rising concerns over child safety. The move follows regulatory discussions and a Guardian investigation exposing serious safety lapses. With growing regional bans and legal action abroad, Roblox is enhancing Arabic moderation tools as it faces pressure to better protect its predominantly young user base.
Kim Jong Un pledged a prosperous future for the families of North Korean soldiers who died fighting for Russia in Ukraine, praising their sacrifice and heroism. State media highlighted Kim's commitment to supporting the bereaved, emphasizing the soldiers' bravery and the state's responsibility to care for their families. The deployment, acknowledged after months of silence, has resulted in significant casualties.
Oman’s Golden Visa offers long-term residency through diverse investment options, including real estate, company shares, government bonds, and job creation. With clear eligibility criteria and tiered residency durations (5 or 10 years), the program supports economic diversification and family inclusion. Applications are processed via Migrate World, providing a transparent, flexible pathway for investors aligned with Oman’s Vision 2040 goals.
Bahrain has introduced duty-free import rules for factories under Decision No. 63 of 2025, allowing exemptions on industrial inputs that are unavailable, below standards, delayed, or costlier locally. The move aims to reduce production costs, boost local manufacturing, and align with Bahrain’s Industrial Strategy 2022–2026 and Economic Vision 2030, strengthening self-sufficiency and enhancing global industrial competitiveness.
Rudy Giuliani, former New York City Mayor, is hospitalized after a car accident in New Hampshire. The 81-year-old sustained a fractured vertebra and other injuries when his rental car was struck from behind. Giuliani, known as "America’s Mayor" for his 9/11 leadership, is expected to remain hospitalized for a few days.
A man intentionally ploughed his car into a crowd outside a wine bar in northern France after an altercation early Saturday, killing one person and injuring five others, two of them critically, prosecutors told AFP. 00 am Saturday (0200 GMT). Five people were injured, and two of them are in critical condition.