From:Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage Minister of State for Nature, Heritage and Biodiversity Christopher O’Sullivan TD, has today (Wednesday June 17th) published the 2025 Annual Implementation Report for the Hen Harrier Threat Response Plan. This first report highlights progress on actions by public authorities to reverse the decline of Hen Harrier and improve its long-term prospects during the first year of the Threat Response Plan. The Hen Harrier is a rare bird of prey that breeds in open upland bog and heather moorland. It has seen significant declines in recent year…

From:Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage Today in Dublin the Lord Mayor of Dublin, Councillor Ray McAdam, and Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne TD launched two new Wonder Wanders trails. The Wonder Wander trails are self-guided walking trails which highlight some of the most interesting features in central Dublin’s built heritage. The trails explore and celebrate the Architectural Conservation Areas (ACAs) of Phibsborough, North Great George’s Street and Mountjoy Square and tell rich and distinct stories of the development of these historical…

From:Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade The Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Helen McEntee TD, and the Minister of State for European Affairs and Defence, Thomas Byrne TD, today (17 June) welcomed the signature into law of the Arbitration (Amendment) Bill, by President Catherine Connolly. The Arbitration (Amendment) Act 2026 will enable the ratification of the EU-Canada Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement, known as ‘CETA’, and other international agreements containing similar investment dispute resolution provisions, including those with Chile, Mexico, Singapore and Vietna…

Damascus, June 17 (SANA) U.S. President Donald Trump said Washington could resume military action against Iran if future negotiations fail, despite an expected memorandum of understanding aimed at extending a ceasefire and creating conditions for broader talks between the two sides. Speaking at theG7summit in Evian, France,Trumpdescribed the anticipated memorandum as a “good, strong agreement” but stressed that it would not constitute a final settlement, according to AFP. He warned that the United States would return to military action if Iran failed to meet what Washington considers accepta…

Damascus, June 17 (SANA)Interior Minister Anas Khattab on Wednesday inaugurated a new headquarters for Syria’s Civil Affairs Directorate inDamascusas part of efforts to modernize public services and expand digital government systems. The facility, located on Ibn Asaker Street, includes modern reception areas equipped with electronic systems designed to improve service delivery, reduce waiting times and streamline administrative procedures, according to theInterior Ministry. The ministry said the new center is intended to enhance civil registry services and facilitate access to official docum…

The wheat harvest season in Ras al-Ayn, northern Hasakah Dutch court sentences deposed regime militia commander to 26 years Homs event highlights Circassian heritage during Syria’s Intangible Heritage Week President al-Sharaa: Transitional justice should not be used for revenge or domination Homs concert celebrates Syrian musical heritage at Intangible Heritage Week Al-Shaibani welcomes Jordanian delegation led by Safadi at Damascus airport President al-Sharaa: Reports of Syria entering Lebanon are unfounded President al-Sharaa: Syrians’ unity is key to rebuilding Syria, restoring its s…

Rome/Brussels, June 17 (SANA)Pope Leo XIV and NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte on Wednesday welcomed the agreement between theUnited StatesandIranaimed at ending the war in the Middle East. According to AFP, the pope described the agreement as the result of “encouraging efforts in dialogue and negotiation.” At the same time, Pope Leo expressed deep concern over developments in the war in Ukraine, calling for dialogue that could lead to a just and lasting peace. Speaking at a press conference inBrussels, Rutte said the restoration of freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz repres…

Damascus, June 17 (SANA)Syria’s Attorney General, Judge Hassan al-Turba, said on Wednesday that enforcing the law and prosecuting major criminals before Syrian courts is the proper path towards achieving transitional justice, stressing that court proceedings are at the heart of the process. In a statement to SANA,al Turbasaid accountability remains a key pillar of transitional justice, noting that the Ministry of Justice is working with the Ministry of Interior, theNational Commission for Transitional Justiceand the National Commission for Missing Persons to pursue those responsible for viola…

Rome, June 17 (SANA)The World Food Programme (WFP) welcomed a new U.S. contribution of $800 million to support its humanitarian and relief operations in some of the world’s most vulnerable countries. The Rome-based agency said the funding would support “life-saving operations” and help deliver food assistance to more than 38 million vulnerable people in around 37 countries, according to AFP. TheWFPsaid it is facing growing financial pressure amid declining funding levels and rising humanitarian needs worldwide. Earlier this month, the agency warned of a severe shortage of available resources…

Santo Domingo.- The Government Office of Information and Communication Technologies (Ogtic) and the Technological Institute of the Americas (ITLA) will develop training programs, specialized certifications and innovation initiatives aimed at strengthening the digital skills of Dominicans, and contributing to the digital transformation of the State. The collaboration will allow the academic, technical and technological capabilities of both institutions to be articulated to promote the development of specialized talent, applied research, knowledge transfer and the adoption of emerging technolog…

Santiago de los Caballeros.- The Ministry of Defense (MIDE), through the Dominican Military Industry (Imdom), received special recognition from the Center for Industrial Development and Competitiveness (Proindustria), during the fifth edition of the Industrial Innovation and Entrepreneurship Fair, in recognition of the progress made in innovation, technological development and strengthening of national industrial capabilities. The distinction was received by the Minister of Defense, Lieutenant General Carlos Antonio Fernández Onofre (ERD), who thanked the recognition and highlighted that this…

Santo Domingo.– The Ministry of Public Health presented eight technical, health, informative and educational documents aimed at strengthening the quality, safety and response capacity of the Dominican health system, as part of the stewardship actions carried out by the institution. During the event, the Minister of Public Health, Víctor Atallah, highlighted that standards, guides and protocols constitute one of the most important tools to guarantee safe, equitable health services based on scientific evidence. "Standards, guides and protocols constitute one of the main protection mechanisms o…

BEIJING, June 17 (Xinhua) -- Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, has urged further efforts to boost coordinated regional development and secure solid progress in advancing common prosperity for all. Xi, also Chinese president and chairman of the Central Military Commission, made the remarks in recent instructions on steadily advancing cooperation between China's eastern and western regions. Over the past 30 years, cooperation between the eastern and western regions has played an important role in helping win the fight against poverty and pro…

“We, the Leaders of the G7, are committed to intensifying our fight against drug trafficking. Partner countries of the G7, Brazil, Kenya, and the Republic of Korea, also support this declaration. Global drug trafficking has expanded significantly in recent years, driven by record levels of production, the adaptability of organised crime groups and the rise of global demand. It constitutes a major and increasing threat to national security fuelling corruption and violence. We recognise that tackling this transnational organised crime is fundamental for safeguarding our societies, the health of…

His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Thani, the Deputy Emir, received, this morning, in his office at the Amiri Diwan, Mr. Ryan Lance, Chairman of the Board of Directors and CEO of ConocoPhillips, and the accompanying delegation, on the occasion of his visit to the country. During the meeting, the cooperation relations between the two sides and the prospects for developing them, especially in the field of energy, were reviewed.

His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Thani, the Deputy Emir, received, in his office at the Emiri Diwan, this morning, the credentials of two new ambassadors to the country. His Highness received the credentials of His Excellency Dr. Taoisi Minette Taupo, Ambassador of Tuvalu, and His Excellency Mr. Theon Ali, Ambassador of Antigua and Barbuda. His Highness the Deputy Emir welcomed the two ambassadors, wishing them success in their duties, and for the relations between the State of Qatar and their countries to further develop. And Al-Nama. For their part, Their Excellencies the Ambassador…

His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Thani, the Deputy Emir, sent a message of condolence to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, King of the sisterly Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, on the death of Her Highness Princess Sarah bint Ahmed Al Abdulrahman Al Saud.

His Highness the Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani sent a message of condolence to his brother, the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, King of the sisterly Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, on the death of Her Highness Princess Sarah bint Ahmed Al Abdulrahman Al Saud.

For more convenient access to government’s news, you will be temporarily redirected to the previous version of the website. News will soon be available on this website as well. Prime Minister Michal: Estonia to become first country to create digital identities for AI agents Prime Minister Michal says that Estonia has the opportunity to shape one of the standards of the next digital age. “In the future, AI will increasingly carry out digital tasks on our behalf, compiling reports, preparing declarations or interacting with information systems,” he explained. “To that end, it must be clear who…

June 17, 2026 onLatest News,Press Releases Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has said increased financial support to subnational governments under the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has been responsible for the remarkable infrastructure development in the state. Governor Mbah made the revelation on Tuesday when he received members of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors on a Media Tour of the South-east. The team was jointly led by Mr Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy and Chief Sunday Dare, the Special Adviser on Media and Public Communication…