Key Senate battles emerge in the South as Democrats push for majority Washington: With 16 days to go before the November 3 midterm elections, network polls released on the Sunday shows pointed to a difficult climate for President Donald Trump’s Republicans, with Democrats favoured for the House and»»»

IRGC threatens displacement of Israelis to Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has threatened devastating retaliation against Israel if Iranian energy infrastructure is attacked, warning that the occupied territories would be turned into “scorched land” and their»»»

Russian President Vladimir Putin has proposed a summit next month with US President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping to negotiate an end to the four-year Ukraine conflict that would favor Moscow, the Wall Street Journal said. Citing a former Russian intelligence officer, the paper said on»»»

Oil supertanker hit by mine on 'unauthorised' route, IRGC claims Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) reported that another supertanker, carrying about two million barrels of crude, hit a mine. The Guards claimed the unnamed ship was sailing an "unauthorised" route with its tracking syst»»»

Iran's 7-day Hormuz reopening plan awaits US response Tehran: Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said Sunday that Tehran's proposed seven-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz is "still on the table." Araghchi made the remarks in an interview with Iran's official news agency IRNA on the»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli air raid targets Kfartebnit town, South Lebanon: Al-Manar reporter 19-10-2026 03:49 AM Latest News Urgent News Top General Tells US»»»

Spokesman for the Yemeni Armed Forces Brigadier General Yahya Saree announced via Telegram, “Over the past 24 hours, Saudi warplanes—specifically F-15s and Typhoons taking off from the Khamis Mushait and Taif airbases—launched 110 airstrikes and missile attacks targeting civilian sites in the capit»»»

Ukrainian strikes set an oil export terminal and a depot ablaze in St. Petersburg on Sunday as Kyiv launched more than 1,000 drones at Russia in one of its largest aerial attacks of the war. The strikes came as tensions between Kyiv and Washington deepened, with US President Donald Trump criticizin»»»

WASHINGTON, United States: US President Donald Trump on Sunday defended his decision to waive some sanctions on Russia, while once again accusing Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky of not wanting to end the war. “My decision on Russia is a very simple one. I am in the process of negotiating Peace »»»

US President claims Russia-Ukraine negotiations advancing, blames Zelensky for delays Washington, DC: US President Donald Trump on Sunday (local time) claimed that negotiations to end the Russia-Ukraine conflict were making "great progress", while defending his administration's diplomatic approach »»»

TOLEDO, Ohio: House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries said Sunday the election climate is holding firm for Democrats as he campaigned for Rep. Marcy Kaptur in a heavily contested Ohio congressional district that is crucial for majority control of the House. Jeffries also slapped back at President D»»»

ISTANBUL: The normally close ties between Turkiye and Azerbaijan have come under strain, fueled by a dispute over Baku’s restrictions on the Islamic headscarf in schools and disagreements over Israel. Public tensions have become evident in what has traditionally been a very close relationship betwe»»»

MILAN: Milan ‌police clashed on Sunday with protesters throwing stones and looting shops during demonstrations ​against poor services and the rising cost of living, a day after similar unrest in several Italian cities. Police in riot gear fired tear gas and used water cannons after several ‌hundred»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Cancer Society (QCS), in collaboration with Aspire Zone Foundation (AZF), will host the third edition of Relay For Life Qatar 2026 on Friday, October 30, from 3pm to 6pm at Aspire Olympic Hall. The event is expected to bring together around 3,000 participants, includ»»»

He expressed satisfaction with the strong participation, noting that the growing interest reflected the value companies attach to Milipol Qatar as an international platform for the security industry. He also thanked Qatari companies for their continued support and participation in the exhibition ea»»»

Commander of the Qatar Amiri Guard HE Major-General Staff Mohammed bin Sultan Al Suwaidi met with Ambassador of the European Union (EU) to Qatar HE Antonino Maggiore at Barzan Camp on Sunday. The meeting addressed matters of mutual interest and ways to enhance and further develop cooperation. The m»»»

Tribune News Network DOHA Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMU-Q), a Qatar Foundation partner university, has opened the 2026–2027 academic year with a record-setting total enrolment of more than 490 students, marking a 7 percent increase over the previous year. The growing student body include»»»

SOFIA, Bulgaria: A bomb threat against an Austrian Airlines flight from Tel Aviv to Vienna on Sunday forced the plane to divert to Bulgaria, according to Bulgarian authorities and the airline. The Austrian Airlines crew decided to make an emergency landing in Sofia after reportedly receiving a bomb»»»

PARIS/LIMOGES: President Emmanuel Macron appealed for calm on Sunday, a day after France suffered one of its worst days of unrest in years, with thousands arrested and shops looted or damaged after protests over high prices and declining public services. Fresh clashes broke out in Paris and Marseil»»»

Ankara, Oct. 18 (SANA) Türkiye will receive a portion of the Russian diesel supplies directed to global markets under the understanding reached between Moscow and Washington, Turkish Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar said Sunday, stressing the importance of these supplies for Türkiye’s energy sec»»»

CAIRO: The Houthis, Al-Qaeda and Daesh come from sharply different religious traditions. The Yemeni militia is rooted in a hard-line interpretation of Zaidi Shiism, while Al-Qaeda and Daesh emerged from extremist movements. Their doctrinal disagreements are profound, and they have fought each other»»»

JERUSALEM: US President Donald Trump on Sunday endorsed his ally Benjamin Netanyahu before Israel’s close-fought parliamentary election on October 27, providing a boost to the veteran prime minister’s bid to win a new mandate. Netanyahu touted his close relationship with the US president in a video»»»

Italian police have deployed tear gas and water cannons during clashes with protesters in Bologna and Milan amid nationwide demonstrations against the rising cost of living. Organized by Italia in Piazza, a movement of students and young workers, the rallies began across Italy on Saturday to protes»»»

More than 300 university academics in Albania have called for Prime Minister Edi Rama to resign and for a caretaker government to be formed, condemning what they described as unjustified police violence against students during anti-government protests. In a joint statement, the academics raised con»»»

TIRANA: Albanian police fired water cannon and tear gas Sunday as violent anti-government protests entered a sixth day and Prime Minister Edi Rama rejected demonstrators’ demands that he resign. Violent demonstrations have rocked Tirana since Tuesday with protesters calling for action over poor uni»»»

On October 5, 2026, at the Warsaw Security Forum, NATO’s Supreme Allied Commander Europe (SACEUR) Alexus Grynkewich unveiled a military strategy titled ‘Theory of Victory’. The strategy covers the next few years and outlines NATO’s preparations to counter a potential “Russian attack.” While the det»»»

European Commission reacted Sunday over violent protests in Albania. In a short statement, EC condemned the use of violence in Tirana and other cities in Albania, including arson, attacks on State institutions and the destruction of public and private property. Violence has no place in a democratic»»»

There are no lost generations. Everyone lives in their own time, with the hope, desire and opportunity to give their best, said Iliana Yotova, incumbent President and presidential candidate in the October 25 election, during a discussion with students in Sofia. She recalled that she graduated from »»»

HEBRON: Israeli settlers in Idhna, west of Hebron, prevented Palestinian farmers on Sunday from harvesting olives and attempted to assault them and steal their crops. Local sources reported that settlers pursued farmers near the town, preventing them from harvesting olives and attempting to assault»»»

Washington, Oct. 18 (SANA) US consumers are increasingly concerned about how restaurant chains and major retailers set prices, as digital price tags and artificial intelligence tools become more widespread, raising questions about transparency, personal data and the possibility of different custome»»»

RIYADH: Saudi influencers are using their social media platforms to promote national unity, counter misinformation and encourage informed discussion amid ongoing regional tensions. The Arabic hashtag #GoToExtremesInDefendingYourHomeland has gained traction online, encouraging citizens and residents»»»

Israeli settlers on Saturday attacked a convoy carrying a European delegation in the occupied West Bank, beating up a 78-year-old  French mayor. While Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu – who is just days from a crucial election – described the incident as a "smear" campaign »»»

HEBRON: Israeli settlers in Idhna, west of Hebron, prevented Palestinian farmers on Sunday from harvesting olives and attempted to assault them and steal their crops. Local sources reported that settlers pursued farmers near the town, preventing them from harvesting olives and attempting to assault»»»

The Houthis have repeatedly attacked airports and oil infrastructure across Saudi Arabia Cairo: Egypt's top security body said Sunday it has agreed to support close ally Saudi Arabia in the major escalation of fighting between the kingdom and Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen, which has marked »»»

France on Sunday is dealing with the aftermath of nationwide protests that damaged around 1,500 businesses and caused losses estimated at hundreds of millions of euros. Police arrested an estimated 1,800 people across the country during Saturday's demonstrations over the cost of living and school c»»»

ISTANBUL (Sputnik) - Turkiye expects to receive a portion of the diesel fuel under the US-Russia agreement, Turkish Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar said on Sunday. "Russia has reached an agreement with [US President Donald] Trump on diesel fuel. During our meetings, it was agreed that Turkey wo»»»

Cairo: The State of Qatar participated in a memorial event for victims of the genocide committed against the Palestinian people, especially in the Gaza Strip, organized by the General Secretariat of the League of Arab States in coordination and cooperation with the Permanent Mission of the State of»»»

Macron vows 'full transparency' over police response to France protests Paris, France: Nearly 2,400 people were arrested in France during a day of protests against the high cost of living that turned violent, with almost 1,000 police officers and gendarmes injured, the interior ministry said Sunday»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Russia are working on a number of new economic and investment proposals aimed at further expanding cooperation, GCC Secretary-General Jasem Al-Budaiwi said on Sunday. "There are a number of economic and investment proposals which, we hope, w»»»

The Government is unwilling to identify the source of threats to Bulgaria’s national security, Democratic Bulgaria (DB) MP and Yes, Bulgaria Co-Chair Ivaylo Mirchev said on Nova TV on Sunday. He also accused President and presidential candidate Iliana Iotova of conducting a campaign based on "lies »»»

Italian far-right MEP Roberto Vannacci has accused Vladimir Zelensky of treating Europe like an “ATM” after the Ukrainian leader requested another €70 billion ($79 billion) in aid. Zelensky demanded more money on Friday, just months after the EU approved a massive €90 billion loan to support Ukrain»»»

Radicalization in Bulgaria’s foreign policy is a serious mistake and is not a course the country intends to pursue, President Iliana Iotova told Nova TV on Sunday. "I represent the head of State and I know very well the weight of every word," she said. Asked whether national security is under threa»»»

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CAIRO: Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi chaired a meeting of the National Defense Council on Sunday, during which Egypt reaffirmed its full solidarity with Saudi Arabia and pledged all necessary support to protect the Kingdom’s security and stability amid escalating regional tensions. Presid»»»

MANAMA (Sputnik) - Volodymyr Zelensky does not want to even advance on the subject of agreements, since he understands that any agreement would mean the end of his regime, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said on Friday. "The fact that Zelensky does not want to even move toward agreements is »»»

RIYADH: The Gulf Cooperation Council and Russia discussed the need to continue diplomatic efforts to ensure freedom of navigation in the straits of Hormuz and Bab Al-Mandab during a ministerial meeting in Manama on Sunday.Diplomatic efforts to establish peace in the region were also discussed at th»»»

Philippine hotel developers invest ₱387 billion despite economic challenges Manila: Despite a 30% jump in construction material prices, tighter financing and slower-than-expected foreign arrivals, Philippine hotel developers have not pulled back—they have doubled down. The 2026 Philippine Accommoda»»»

LONDON: A total of 3,917 Palestinian homes have been demolished by Israeli authorities in occupied East Jerusalem from June 1967 to October 2026, according to Jordan’s Royal Committee for Jerusalem Affairs. The committee’s secretary-general, Abdullah Kanaan, said on Sunday that home demolition is a»»»

Egypt’s real estate sector needs a clearer regulatory framework to protect buyers, strengthen developer accountability and support sustainable investment, participants at the second Osoul Masr forum said, as government officials and industry executives discussed proposals to address delayed deliver»»»

HTG – Hometown Group has signed five cooperation protocols with specialised companies in interior design, landscaping, façade lighting, and property management and leasing. The agreements were signed with The Design Avenue, which specialises in interior design for commercial projects; Studio K, for»»»