President Kast announces reestablishment of consular relations with Venezuela: "Our countries begin a new stage" President Kast and President Lee Jae Myung lead the signing of five agreements between Chile and Korea on an official visit President Kast visits the coastline in La Serena: "We will do everything possible to make the resources available" President José Antonio Kast holds a coordination meeting with national, regional and local authorities of the province of Huasco under a state of catastrophe President José Antonio Kast announces support measures for families affected by the fr…

Monte Plata.– The National Institute of Traffic and Land Transportation (Intrant) inaugurated the first driver's license office in the Monte Plata province, an initiative that will directly benefit 52,792 citizens, according to the 2025 Vehicle Park Report of the General Directorate of Internal Taxes (DGII). The event was led by the executive director of Intrant, Milton Morrison, together with the civil governor of Monte Plata, Rafaela Javier Gomera; the mayor of the municipality of Monte Plata, Héctor Rafael Figari Moreno; provincial and municipal authorities, representatives of the Digesett…

Santo Domingo.–President Luis Abinader will develop a work agenda this weekend in La Vega and Santiago, as part of the official activities he carries out day by day, for the benefit of the Dominican population. This Saturday, August 1, he will participate in the inauguration of the new bishop of the diocese, Monsignor Andrés Napoleón Romero Cárdenas; will supervise the progress of the construction work of the Guaigüí dam, a strategic work to strengthen the water supply and productive development of the area, in addition to leading activities linked to education, housing and training of young …

Santo Domingo.-The historical records of electricity demand recorded consecutively in recent days not only reflect a sustained increase in energy consumption in the Dominican Republic; They also constitute the most recent proof that the expansion of the National Interconnected Electricity System (SENI) has allowed the country to respond with stability to a growth in demand that just a few years ago would have represented considerable pressure on the network. This was stated by the Minister of Energy and Mines, Joel Santos, when analyzing that on Wednesday night the system reached an instantan…

Santo Domingo.– Given the increase in forest fires recorded in recent weeks, the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources reinforced the national prevention strategy, expanded inter-institutional coordination and intensified surveillance, prevention and response actions to protect the country's forest resources, as part of the Forest Fire Prevention Season, initiated by the institution in February of this year. As part of this strategy, this Thursday the Ministry led two inter-institutional coordination meetings. The first, held in the morning at the headquarters of the Ministry of Defen…

Santo Domingo.– The Institute of Dominicans Abroad (Index), recognized thirty young people of Dominican origin residing abroad for their academic excellence, leadership and commitment to their communities, within the framework of Dominican Pride Abroad (ODEX) 2026, an initiative that strengthens the bond of the new generations of the diaspora with the Dominican Republic. Through this program, the Index gives young Dominicans between 10 and 17 years old the opportunity to live an educational, cultural and institutional experience in the country of their roots, seeking to foster pride in their …

Doha, July 31 (SANA)Qatar andPalestineon Thursday condemned a drone attack that set fire to two liquefied natural gas (LNG) vessels at Egypt’sDamietta port, calling it a violation of international law and a threat to regional security and global energy supplies. In a statement posted on X,Qatar‘s foreign ministry said it “categorically rejects” attacks on critical infrastructure and called for de-escalation to prevent further instability in the region.It reaffirmed Qatar’s solidarity withEgyptand its support for measures taken by Cairo to protect the country’s sovereignty and territorial inte…

The Prime Minister gave a briefing on the energy situation in Paks The prime minister and several members of the government visited the Paks Nuclear Power Plant, where they reported to the press about the country's energy situation. A meeting of the government's defense task force was called for Friday evening due to the heat wave, drought and challenges facing energy systems. Leaders of energy companies, power plants and larger institutions also participate in this board. The Danube provides the cooling water necessary for the operation of the Paks Nuclear Power Plant, so due to the extreme…

Quick report on the heat alert on July 31, 2026 at 16:00 Meteorological data: Highest temperature nationwide 39°C Highest temperature in Budapest 40°C Precipitation: currently none and not expected during today. Social care system: No extraordinary event. Healthcare: Patient care for hyperthermia, overheating, has occurred in 1 case since the previous report. Transport: There are currently temporary speed restrictions on 10 railway lines and 5 HÉV lines due to high temperatures. Water data: In the settlement of Takács in Veszprém county, as a result of yesterday's damage to the drinking w…

On September 22, MOL's Száchahalombatta crude oil refinery can switch to full capacity Currently, the plant is producing at about 50 percent. Once the damage and defects have been repaired, the trial operation of full-capacity production can begin on September 22. The operation of the oil refinery is not affected by the low water level of the Danube, because the necessary improvements have already been completed. Prime Minister Péter Magyar and Minister of Economy and Energy István Kapitány visited MOL's oil refinery in Szazhalombatta on Friday morning, and then the Prime Minister held a joi…

Kuwait City, July 31 (SANA)Kuwait’s Ministry of Defense said on Friday that its armed forces had detected and destroyedIranian dronesthat entered the country’s airspace and targeted several vital and military installations. Ministry spokesman Saud Abdulaziz al-Atwan said in a statement posted on X that Kuwaiti forces detected hostile drones early Friday and engaged the targets, resulting in their destruction.The operation caused material damage due to falling debris, but no injuries were reported, al-Atwan said. He added that Kuwaiti forces remain fully prepared to carry out their duties and…

Idlib, July 31 (SANA)Syria’s Ministry of Culture on Thursday opened a five-daycultural festivalin the northwestern province of Idlib aimed at reviving public life and promoting community  and cultural activities after years of war. The “Summer of Syria for Families” festival, held at theIdlib Cultural Center, features theater and film screenings, heritage and arts exhibitions, Arabic calligraphy displays, children’s libraries, interactive games, photography exhibitions and activities focused on artificial intelligence. The opening ceremony was attended by Idlib Governor Mohammad Abdulrahman,…

Beirut, July 31 (SANA)Lebanese President Joseph Aoun on Friday condemned ongoing Israeli attacks in southern Lebanon, particularly bombings targeting infrastructure and historical landmarks listed as UNESCO World Heritage sites, highlighting the severe damage and threats to local residents. In a statement published on the Lebanese Presidency’s official account on the X platform, Aoun noted that massive explosions recorded today atBeaufort Castle(Qala’at al-Shaqif) generated seismic waves equivalent to a 3.8-magnitude earthquake on the Richter scale, according to the National Center for Geophy…

Damascus, July 31 (SANA)The Embassy of the Kingdom of Morocco in Damascus hosted an official reception on Thursday on the occasion of the 27th anniversary of King Mohammed VI’s accession to the throne. The Chargé d’Affaires of the Moroccan Embassy in Syria,Abdullah Babah, received the attendees, which comprised several government ministers, members of the People’s Assembly, religious figures, representatives of foreign and Arab diplomatic missions, political, economic, and media personalities, and members of the Moroccan community residing in Syria. On Wednesday, theMinistry of Foreign Affai…

Kuwait, July 31 (SANA)Kuwait on Friday condemned continuedIranian attackson its territory, saying drones targeted several vital and military facilities across the country. Kuwait’s Foreign Ministrysaid in a statement posted on X that the attacks violate Kuwait’s sovereignty and international law, the UN Charter and UN Security Council Resolution 2817, warning of a dangerous escalation and a systematic hostile approach. It reaffirmed the right to take all necessary measures to protect national sovereignty, security and the safety of citizens and residents. Earlier, theDefense Ministrysaid ho…

Children enjoy Summer days on Syria’s Arwad Island Syrian adventure enthusiasts train in rock climbing in Latakia International Motor Show 2026 opens in Damascus Syria’s family festival opens in Idlib to revive public cultural life Japan, UN-Habitat sign $9.5 million urban recovery deal for Syria’s Homs President Ahmad al-Sharaa receives credentials of Indonesia’s ambassador to Syria President al-Sharaa receives credentials of Czech Ambassador German carrier LEAV Aviation launches first Düsseldorf Damascus flight in14 years

Damascus, July 31 (SANA)Syria’sDrug Enforcement Departmentat theMinistry of Interiorsaid on Friday that it had thwarted an attempt to distribute a shipment of narcotics following a targeted security operation inLatakiaprovince. The Drug Enforcement Department in Latakia said in a statement posted on the Interior Ministry’s Telegram channel that the operation, conducted following monitoring and surveillance efforts, led to the arrest of two suspects and the seizure of 100 kilograms ofhashish, 100,000Captagon pillsand 5,000 pharmaceutical tablets. The seized materials were confiscated, while i…

Quneitra, July 31 (SANA)AnIsraeli occupationforce consisting of three military vehicles advanced on Friday into the vicinity of Ruwayhinah Dam in the northern countryside ofQuneitraprovince. SANA’s correspondent in Quneitra said the force harassed civilians who were spending time near the dam by advancing into the area while they were present before later withdrawing. No arrests were reported. On Thursday, Israeli occupation forces shelled the vicinity of Tall al-Ahmar al-Sharqi in the southern countryside of Quneitra with three artillery rounds, causing no injuries. Israel continues to vio…

Il Sottosegretario alla Presidenza del Consiglio, Alfredo Mantovano, si è recato oggi a San Ferdinando e Rosarno (Reggio Calabria) e successivamente a Napoli, per fare il punto sugli interventi infrastrutturali e di riqualificazione sociale attuati dal Governo. Il Sottosegretario era accompagnato dal Commissario straordinario di Governo, Fabio Ciciliano. A San Ferdinando, con il Presidente della Regione Calabria Roberto Occhiuto, il Sindaco Gianluca Gaetano e il Sindaco di Taurianova Domenico Romeo, Mantovano ha seguito l’avvio dello smantellamento della tendopoli, che sarà completato entro v…

Il Sottosegretario alla Presidenza del Consiglio, Alfredo Mantovano, si è recato oggi a San Ferdinando e Rosarno (Reggio Calabria) e successivamente a Napoli, per fare il punto sugli interventi infrastrutturali e di riqualificazione sociale attuati dal Governo. Il Sottosegretario era accompagnato dal Commissario straordinario di Governo, Fabio Ciciliano. A San Ferdinando, con il Presidente della Regione Calabria Roberto Occhiuto, il Sindaco Gianluca Gaetano e il Sindaco di Taurianova Domenico Romeo, Mantovano ha seguito l’avvio dello smantellamento della tendopoli, che sarà completato entro ve…