July 27, 2026

Japan’s Nikkei Index Sees Gains Amid Decline in Oil Prices

Tokyo: Japan’s Nikkei index closed higher on Monday, supported by a decline in oil prices. The Nikkei rose 0.5 percent to close at 64,931.19 points after a volatile session in which trading swung between gains and losses. The broader Topix index also …

Saudi, Omani Foreign Ministers Discuss Regional Developments

Saudi foreign minister prince faisal bin farhan bin abdullah discussed the latest regional developments during a phone call with his omani counterpart:audi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah discussed the latest regional developmen…

Indonesia Stocks Slip as Bank Governor Steps Down

Doha: Indonesian stocks opened lower on Monday after Bank Indonesia Governor Perry Warjiyo’s resignation, as investors awaited further market developments. Jakarta Composite Index (JCI) fell 11 points, or 0.17%, to 6,185. Within the first 10 minutes o…

Power Outage Crisis Sparks Protests in Libyan Capital, Tripoli

Tripoli: Several areas of the Libyan capital, Tripoli, witnessed protests and the closure of roads and public institutions early Monday amid repeated power outages coinciding with an intense heatwave.

According to Qatar News Agency, protesters set f…