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Marisa Trisolino, CEO of euNetworks. euNetworks, a pan-European digital infrastructure company, recently announced that it has been named as a connectivity partner for the AWS European Sovereign Cloud. euNetworks is one of the first connectivity partners announced for this new, independent cloud for Europe, and will play an important role providing private, direct, secure cloud access to customers. Located entirely within the EU, the AWS European Sovereign Cloud is designed to meet evolving sovereignty needs within the region, including stringent data residency, operational autonomy and resiliency requirements. euNetworks is strategically positioned to support these capabilities through secure, direct connections that…
JERUSALEM — The Israeli military said Tuesday that a soldier had been killed and three others injured in clashes in southern Lebanon.“Sergeant Major Ayal Uriel Bianco, aged 30, from Katzrin, a firefighting vehicle driver in the 188th Brigade, fell during combat in southern Lebanon,” the Israeli military said in a statement.The death of the Israeli solider is the first since a US-Iran temporary truce came into force that Tel Aviv insisted does not include the country where it is fighting Tehran-backed Hezbollah.The injured included one soldier in moderate condition and two with slight injuries, the army said.The incident comes as…
ISLAMABAD — Pakistan has proposed hosting a second round of talks between the United States and Iran in Islamabad as early as Thursday, two Pakistani officials have said. Negotiating teams could return to Islamabad this week, the sources said on Tuesday, days after the highest-level talks between the two countries since the 1979 Islamic Revolution ended in the Pakistani capital without a breakthrough. The Pakistani officials, who spoke on condition of anonymity because they are not authorized to speak to the press, said the proposal would depend on whether the parties request a different location or not. One of the…
BEIJING — China and Spain should strengthen cooperation to oppose a return of the world to “the law of the jungle,” said Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing on Tuesday.Xi made the remarks in his meeting with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, who is on an official visit to China.Noting the world today is in turmoil, confronted with the contest between the rule of law and the rule of power, Xi called on both China and Spain to jointly defend true multilateralism, according to the Xinhua news agency.The meeting between the two leaders comes on the second day of Sanchez’s…
A new gallery exhibition opened on April 11, offering a visual interpretation of the UAE, one that moves between past and present without drawing a hard line between the two. Titled Our UAE, the showcase presents a series of large-scale artworks that reflect the country’s cultural roots, leadership, and rapid transformation. Instead of a chronological retelling, the collection leans into symbolism, placing heritage and modernity side by side. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. At first glance, the works are unified by a distinct aesthetic, sepia tones, gold hues, and detailed compositions that…
The General Directorate of Passports has announced the commencement of electronic applications for Makkah entry permits for resident workers during the 1447 AH Hajj season. Facilitated through technical integration with the “Makkah Entry Permit” service, applications can be submitted via the “Absher” and “Muqeem” portals, completely eliminating the need for in-person visits to passport offices. The “Absher Individuals” platform is designated for permit issuance for GCC citizens, Premium Residency holders, investors, mothers of Saudi citizens, domestic workers, and non-Saudi family members. Meanwhile, the “Muqeem” portal serves employees of Makkah-based establishments and those with employment contracts with such establishments during the…
Identity Management Day 2026 highlights how credential abuse, AI agents, and non-human identities are reshaping cyber risk and forcing organisations to rethink access control. Identity Management Day, observed annually on April 14, has evolved into a critical moment for organisations to reassess how they secure the very foundation of digital trust: identity. Originally launched to raise awareness around identity governance, access control, and cybersecurity best practices, the day was established by industry leaders to address one of the most persistent gaps in enterprise security: mismanaged identities and excessive access privileges. In 2026, its relevance has expanded significantly. Identity is no…
SEOUL — North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw new tests of strategic cruise missiles and anti-warship missiles launched from a naval destroyer, marking another show of military strength by Pyongyang. According to state media on Tuesday, the country launched two cruise missiles and three anti-ship missiles as part of efforts to test the weapons command system of its 5,000-ton-class destroyer, Choe Hyon. The tests come amid a series of recent missile launches and ongoing tensions in the region. The weapons tests occurred on Sunday, the state-run Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) said, and are the latest in a string…
\King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) distributed 1,400 food baskets to the most vulnerable groups in the Gaza Strip, covering Khan Younis and Gaza City, benefiting 8,400 individuals, as part of the Saudi Popular Campaign to support the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip. This assistance reflects the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s continued humanitarian stance, delivered through its humanitarian arm KSrelief, in supporting the Palestinian people during crises and hardships, embodying its humanitarian values and commitment. Source: Riyadh Daily
Kaspersky posted positive sales results that grew by 4%* year-on-year (YoY) and approached USD 836** million in 2025. This expansion was principally driven by a 16% YoY sales growth of the company’s B2B product portfolio. In the Middle East the company reported 23% growth in the B2B sales, and 39% growth in the B2C sales. In 2025, Kaspersky’s business development progressed against the backdrop of persistent cyberthreat landscape evolution, with the average daily number of malicious files detected by the company reaching half a million. Kaspersky continued advancing its cybersecurity product portfolio in the past year, issuing more than 560…