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BRUSSELS: Senior officials from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member states and the European Union (EU) convened the 33rd meeting of the EU-GCC Joint Cooperation Committee in Brussels on Friday, co-chaired by Kuwait’s Assistant Foreign Minister Najeeb Al-Bader and Helene Le Gal, Managing Director for the Middle East and North Africa at the EU’s European External Action Service (EEAS). Representatives of the GCC Secretariat and the European Commission also attended.Al-Bader said the meeting provided an opportunity to review progress in political, economic, social and security cooperation between the two blocs, as well as the latest developments in free trade talks.…

KUWAIT: Kuwait strongly condemned statements made by Zionist prime minister regarding plans to forcibly displace Palestinians from their land, describing the remarks as a blatant violation of international law and humanitarian principles. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said such comments represent a flagrant challenge to the inalienable rights of the Palestinian people and a continuation of the occupation’s aggressive policies.Kuwait reaffirmed its categorical rejection of all attempts to evict Palestinians, urging the international community and the UN Security Council to take immediate action to halt what it described as genocide, collective punishment, starvation tactics and settlement expansion…

KUWAIT: The Circular Carbon Economy (CCE) Index in GCC states registered notable progress in 2024, with the overall regional average climbing to 41.5 points, up from 37.7 points in 2023, according to figures released by the Statistical Center for the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf (GCC-Stat). The data showed that three GCC states ranked among the top performers in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. The CCE Index is a global benchmarking tool that evaluates the efforts of 125 countries in moving towards net-zero emissions. It assesses progress through a framework based on balancing…

KUWAIT: Minister of Social Affairs, Family and Childhood Affairs Dr Amthal Al-Huwailah reaffirmed Kuwait’s enduring role as a beacon of humanitarian giving and compassion, stressing the country’s long-standing legacy in relief and charitable work. Speaking to Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) on the occasion of the International Day of Charity, observed annually on September 5, Al-Huwailah said Kuwait, recognized by the United Nations as a global humanitarian center, continues to provide vital aid to disaster-stricken nations worldwide.She highlighted Kuwait’s recent efforts in support of the Palestinian people in Gaza, citing the “Fazaa for Gaza” campaign organized in coordination with the Ministries…

Olivia Smith marked her Arsenal debut with a stunning goal as the European champions came from behind to start their Women’s Super League campaign with a 4-1 win over London City Lionesses.Smith became the first £1 million female player by joining Arsenal from Liverpool in July and she showed why with a fabulous long-distance strike after Kosovare Asllani’s penalty had put London City ahead.Fellow summer signing Chloe Kelly struck at the end of the first half before substitutes Stina Blackstenius and Frida Maanum scored late on to give Arsenal derby joy, albeit with the scoreline flattering them slightly.The Lionesses, who…

Cristiano Ronaldo’s quest to play in a record sixth World Cup began in typical fashion with two goals as Portugal made a winning start to its qualifying campaign by routing Armenia 5-0.Ronaldo’s goals extended his record as the highest scorer in men’s international football to 140 and underlined his enduring motivation to keep setting more benchmarks before his storied career comes to an end.- 2026 World Cup: Who has qualified, and how the rest can make itHis brace Saturday also took him up to 38 goals in World Cup qualifiers, two clear of Lionel Messi and only one behind the all-time…

Declan Rice was on target as England produced another lethargic performance in a 2-0 victory against Andorra on Saturday.The result made it four wins from four for Thomas Tuchel’s side in World Cup qualifying, but the performance raised more concerns about a cutting edge.England had 83% possession at Villa Park but rarely troubled Andorra’s goalkeeper, with an own goal from Christian García putting the hosts in front after 25 minutes.- 2026 World Cup: Who has qualified, and how the rest can make itRice added the second and final goal midway through the second half to secure the three points against the…

England maintained their perfect record in World Cup qualifying with a 2-0 win over a stubborn Andorra side at Villa Park.It needed Christian Garcia to nod the ball beyond his own goalkeeper from Noni Madueke’s cross to bring the breakthrough in front of the Holte End. The second came midway through the second half when Declan Rice headed in Reece James’ cross. England have now won all eight games they have played against Andorra without conceding a goal but Thomas Tuchel had compared breaking them down to chewing gum beforehand because of how tough it can be, and so it…

Emiliano Martínez’s future remains uncertain after his failed move to Manchester United, while his Aston Villa teammate Morgan Rogers could be a January target for Tottenham Hotspur, Join us for the latest transfer news, rumors and gossip from around the globe.Transfers homepage | Done deals | Men’s grades | Women’s gradesTOP STORIES- Sources: Man Utd’s Onana in talks with Trabzonspor- Ex-Spurs boss Pochettino ‘in shock’ after Levy’s exit- Bompastor hails Thompson signing; Girma injuredCould Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez’s hopes of a move to Manchester United yet be rekindled? Rob Newell – CameraSport via Getty ImagesTRENDING RUMORS- Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano…

Emily KeoghSep 6, 2025, 11:30 AM ETCloseBased in London, Emily Keogh is ESPN’s women’s soccer correspondent, specializing in the WSL and UWCLThe 2025-26 Women’s Super League (WSL) season is up and running, and in some style, with reigning champions Chelsea and Champions League holders Arsenal lighting up the first two matches of the new campaign.Chelsea picked up where they left off at the end of last season — as a relentless winning machine. The Blues claimed a domestic treble of trophies without losing a single game last term, and maintained coach Sonia Bompastor’s 100% record with a 2-1 win over…