Both parties are “beholden to the military-industrial complex and to the AIPAC lobby,” and “the problem with the American two-party system is that most of the time it is a choice between bad and worse,” Alfred de Zayas, a retired independent UN expert and prolific commentator, told Sputnik, comment»»»

Israel's president on Wednesday urged political leaders to compromise in forming a government after an election he said had no clear winner and condemned "racist" rhetoric against Arab parties. More than a week after Israel's first election since the trauma of the October 7, 2023 attacks by Hamas, »»»

Filip & Company law firm has provided legal assistance to the shareholders of Flanco Retail S.A., Iulian Stanciu (98 per cent) and Dragoș Sîrbu (2 per cent), in relation to the sale of their entire shareholdings in the company to Kotsovolos (Next Gen Retail Services S.A.), part of the Greek PPC Gro»»»

EY-Parthenon Romania provided financial due diligence and tax due diligence advisory services to Autonom Services S.A. The transaction involved the acquisition of 100% of Business Lease Romania S.R.L., a provider of operational leasing and mobility services in Romania, from Business Lease Group B.V»»»

Funding for Bulgarian scientists' research projects in Antarctica has been secured until the end of 2027, Education and Science Minister Georgi Valchev said at the Port of Varna during the send-off ceremony for the research vessel Sv. Sv. Kiril i Metodii (RSV 421), which is embarking on its fifth m»»»

Participants in the 35th Bulgarian Antarctic Expedition will visit Smith Island and the Antarctic Peninsula, the commander of the research vessel Sv. Sv. Kiril i Metodii (RSV 421), Commander Radko Muevski, said ahead of the ship's departure for Antarctica on Wednesday. Muevski described the vessel'»»»

Deal to explore gas supply for new Northern Emirates power capacity backs energy security Abu Dhabi: ADNOC Gas has signed an agreement with Etihad Water and Electricity (EtihadWE) to explore natural gas supply for new power generation capacity in the Northern Emirates. The companies announced the d»»»

Daily winter flights resume after eight months, with second service eyed for summer 2027 Dubai: Travellers between Dubai and London Heathrow have regained a daily British Airways option after an eight-month suspension, while several other international airlines continue to keep their Dubai routes o»»»

Madrid: Real Madrid plan to appoint retired tennis superstar Rafael Nadal to their board of directors, the club said on Wednesday. Nadal, a 22-time Grand Slam winner, has been an honorary club member since 2011 and shares a strong relationship with Madrid president Florentino Perez. "For Real Madri»»»

Hexagon is the first property developer to apply the Positive Energy District (PED) concept to an entire neighbourhood. The principles of the Positive Energy District (PED) aim to achieve a positive annual energy balance by reducing consumption, generating renewable energy locally, and managing it »»»

The Association of Real Estate Investors in Romania (AREI) has elected its new leadership structure, opening a new chapter for the association and for the industry it represents. Geo Margescu, Co-Founder & CEO of Forte Partners, has been elected as the new AREI President, and Doron Klein, Group Dep»»»

Phase 1 includes partial opening of Al Taawun Interchange, easier access to Expo Centre Sharjah: New bridges and road links connecting Sharjah with Dubai have opened as part of a major infrastructure project aimed at easing traffic congestion and improving access to Expo Centre Sharjah, particularl»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar correspondent: An Israeli drone carried out an airstrike targeting a motorcycle on the outskirts of Qabrikha, south Lebanon 04-11-»»»

Donald Trump may focus more attention on Cuba following the Republicans' midterm defeat, potentially strengthening Marco Rubio's position as a future presidential contender, Brazilian political analyst Vinicius Vieira told Sputnik. "I would not be surprised if all efforts regarding the domination o»»»

Late payments between businesses create a domino effect across the economy. Invoices that are not paid on time reduce suppliers’ available cash, increase their need for financing, and limit their ability to invest and grow. An analysis by Instant Factoring, based on industry studies published in 20»»»

Iranian officials on Wednesday celebrated U.S. voters' rebuke of the Republican Party and President Donald Trump in the midterm elections, as the region waited to see how the results could affect the Iran war. Concerns about the war's effects, particularly frustration over rising prices for fuel an»»»

SPEEDWELL, a premium real estate developer with Belgian roots, active in Romania and Poland and specializing in residential and mixed-use projects, has closely followed the course of Romania’s premium housing market in recent years. The progress of the GLENWOOD ESTATE development confirms what, unt»»»

MoHAP’s new hospital-led procedure aims to reduce paperwork and save patients time Dubai: The UAE has made it easier for employees to get sick leave certificates attested and approved, with hospitals and healthcare facilities now being given the responsibility for submitting applications directly t»»»

Abu Dhabi's Cultural Foundation: A timeless hub for art, heritage, and innovation Abu Dhabi: In 1971, in the same year the United Arab Emirates came into being, its leaders passed a law to build something that was not a palace, a fortress or a monument to power. They chose to build a house for the »»»

BELGRADE - Srbijagas Director Dusan Bajatovic said on Wednesday a plane carrying him, Srbijagas Supervisory Board President Aleksandar Vulin and Serbian caretaker minister without portfolio Nenad Popovic had landed in Moscow after being returned to Belgrade on Tuesday evening. "Vulin, Popovic and I»»»

Damascus, Nov. 4 (SANA) Minister of Energy Mohammad al-Bashir met on Wednesday with a delegation from the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, headed by IFC Regional Vice President Imad Fakhoury, to discuss prospects for joint cooperation and investment opportu»»»

Analysts see gridlock, not policy U-turn, as AI shares slip and business' wait for clarity Dubai: US stock futures lurched lower, then recovered on Wednesday after Democrats won control of both chambers of Congress. Markets were quick to react, with the Nasdaq taking a hit initially with AI and tec»»»

There was no immediate information about casualties or the cause of the fire A fire broke out Wednesday in a business centre housing a Georgian opposition television channel, forcing the broadcaster off air and leaving dozens of journalists trapped inside its smoke-filled newsroom, staff said. The »»»

Fa’az missile launched from JF-17 fighter jet as Pakistan conducts major missile test Dubai: Pakistan has successfully tested its first indigenously developed air-to-air missile, Fa’az, marking its third major missile test in less than a month as the country accelerates efforts to strengthen its mi»»»

The Bulgarian naval research vessel Sv. Sv. Kiril i Metodii (RSV 421) departed on Wednesday on its fifth mission to Antarctica, with a ceremonial military send-off at the Port of Varna, on the Black Sea. The vessel is heading to the Antarctic continent to provide logistical support for the latest B»»»

The Danube Strategy can help people facing similar challenges exchange experiences and solutions, develop their skills, establish small and medium-sized enterprises, and ultimately remain in and contribute to the development of the region, said Yordanka Chobanova, Head of the European Commission Re»»»

Four oil tankers caught fire after hitting mines in the Strait of Hormuz, Tehran claimed Wednesday, a day after US President Donald Trump said the United States had launched strikes on Iran. Discussions to end the war between Washington and Tehran via mediators have continued with little sign of di»»»

Israeli President Isaac Herzog on Wednesday formally received the certified results from last week’s vote and said he would begin consultations regarding the formation of a new government. The party of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and that of his main challenger former military chief Gadi Eise»»»

TUNIS, November 4 (TAP) – The Tunisian Federation of Travel and Tourism Agencies (FTAV) is taking part in the World Travel Market (WTM) London 2026, held in the British capital from November 3 to 5, as part of efforts to strengthen the international...»»»

Tunis, Nov.4 (TAP) – The 2027 Land Transport Programme's expenditure is estimated at TND 1,208.951 million, compared with TND 1,179.074 million in 2026, Transport Minister Rachid Amri said on Wednesday.Speaking at a joint session of the Planning,...»»»

Panel discussions and workshops to highlight social responsibility and cohesion Family Development Foundation (FDF) held a press conference to announce details of the Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak Conference on Community Intelligence. The event is scheduled to take place on Nov 17-18 as part of the e»»»

Held annually, the Peoples of Russia International Week stems from a presidential decree naming 2026 the Year of the Unity of the Peoples of Russia. Sputnik brings you live coverage as Russian President Vladimir Putin delivers a speech at the plenary session of the "Peoples of Russia" International»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) recently organised a workshop on the mechanism for regulating and licensing Hijama (cupping) practitioners in the State of Qatar. The workshop reviewed the national guidelines for regulating traditional, complementary and integrative medicine practi»»»

The Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Sayyed Ali Khamenei, said on Wednesday that the situation in the Strait of Hormuz had exposed the treachery and inability of the great powers to defend their proxy regimes. In a message marking the National Day of Fighting Global Arrogance, Sayyed »»»

Kuala Lumpur: Google announced plans on Wednesday to invest $15 billion in Malaysia over the next two years to build Data centres and other infrastructure as demand booms for artificial intelligence services. The country is Southeast Asia's fastest growing hub for new Data centres -- warehouse-like»»»

Authorities intensify probe into child abuse material found in Markle's devices Philippine police told AFP on Wednesday that three memory cards and a cell phone turned over by the son of Meghan Markle's estranged father contained child sexual abuse material. Last week, Philippine police said they w»»»

The 2026 US midterm elections will go down in history for the Democrats' dramatic takeover of both houses of Congress but also for a surge of historic firsts for women, LGBT, Black, and Native American candidates, as well as the election of the first Muslim US senator.  Yes, the 2026 midterms »»»

RIYADH: Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa on Wednesday.»»»

Geneva, Switzerland: The Red Cross on Wednesday urged leaders heading to the United Nations climate conference in Turkiye to rapidly scale up investment in protecting vulnerable populations against humanitarian impacts brought by a warming planet. The International Federation of the Red Cross and R»»»

DOHA Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani received the winners of the inaugural Qatar Private Sector Nationalisation Award 2026 on Wednesday, recognizing achievements in its sector-specific and cross-cutting categories. The Prime Mini»»»

Operating Sofia's low-emission zone for road traffic year-round would bring proven health benefits, including a reduction in cardiovascular diseases and improved lung development in children, according to an expert opinion by the Air for Health Medical Network, circulated to the media on Wednesday.»»»

Geneva, Switzerland: Implementing a few climate and health measures could save nearly 1.6 million lives a year and generate trillions of dollars for the economy, the World Health Organization said on Wednesday. The UN agency's report, released days before the COP31 climate change conference kicks o»»»

Showers reported in Masafi, Dafta, Mirbah, Dibba, Sharm and Dhadna; more rain forecast Dubai: Rain lashed several parts of Fujairah today (Wednesday), bringing wet conditions to Masafi, Dafta, Mirbah, Dibba, Sharm and Dhadna, as unsettled weather affected parts of the UAE's eastern region. Videos c»»»

Four concurrent exhibitions bring companies from 79 countries to Dubai World Trade Centre Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, visited the 12th edition of Gulfood Manufacturing, the region’s leading food and beverage manufactu»»»

US Expats in UAE React to Democrats Taking Control of Congress Thousands of miles from the nearest polling station, American expat in Abu Dhabi, Kelly Acs watched the US midterm results roll in "like a hawk". She felt something she said she had not felt in a very long time. "Hope," said the Califor»»»

North Korea on Tuesday dismissed US allegations that it was behind a $6 billion cryptocurrency theft from Binance as "absurd rhetoric", accusing Washington of seeking to portray the country as a cybercriminal state and warning that US hostility could affect future diplomatic engagement. North Korea»»»

Infographic by Abir Qanso Built deep beneath a mountain south of Isfahan, Iran’s Pickaxe Mountain complex has drawn attention because of its underground location, extensive fortification and role in protecting sensitive facilities from sabotage and military attacks.»»»

Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani received the winners of the inaugural Qatar Private Sector Nationalisation Award 2026 on Wednesday, recognizing achievements in its sector-specific and cross-cutting categories. The Pr»»»

Infographic by Abir Qanso Built deep beneath a mountain south of Isfahan, Iran’s Pickaxe Mountain complex has drawn attention because of its underground location, extensive fortification and role in protecting sensitive facilities from sabotage and military attacks.»»»