The House for the first time Wednesday approved a war powers resolution that would halt the U.S. military action against Iran, defying President Donald Trump as a handful of Republicans joined with Democrats to end the three-month-long conflict that has reordered politics at home and abroad. House »»»

In an exclusive statement to , Hatem Al-Zayani, General Manager of Rateeb Exhibitions and Conferences, affirmed that the 2026 International Forum on Documentary Credits and Foreign Trade, to be held in Tripoli from 6 to 7 July, represents a specialized professional platform that brings together var»»»

KIRYAT SHMONA: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces plunging support in the electorally vital north where Hezbollah rocket fire has been heaviest, a new poll has shown, putting pressure on him to take a more hawkish stance as elections loom. Wednesday night’s ceasefire agreement between »»»

NEW DELHI: India gave a red-carpet welcome on Thursday to Venezuela’s interim President Delcy Rodriguez, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks to bolster trade between the oil exporter and his energy-hungry nation. Rodriguez has led Venezuela, which accounts for around 17 percent of global cru»»»

An Israeli strike in southern Lebanon killed a paramedic, the state-run National News Agency reported late Wednesday after three other strikes targeted paramedics in south Lebanon in the same day. The strike on a team from the Hezbollah-affiliated Islamic Health Committee in Zebdine killed a parame»»»

CANTON: Every week, Mirvet Makki sets aside earnings from her catering business to help people in Lebanon displaced by the war between Israel and Hezbollah militants. Makki, 47, who cooks Lebanese dishes like couscous stews and traditional kibbeh balls in the Detroit suburb of Dearborn Heights, imm»»»

President Donald Trump said Wednesday he wants to separate talks on the conflict in Lebanon and those on the war between the United States and Iran, although Tehran insists the conflicts are linked. "I'd like to separate it, I'd like to have a separate thing, because it is, it is separate," Trump t»»»

Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon of the main opposition People Power Party receives flowers in City Hall Thursday after being declared the winner of the Seoul mayoral race in local elections held the previous day. Photo by Yonhap The ruling Democratic Party (DP) clinched a resounding victory in the local ele»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Washington Divided: House Restricts Trump’s Iran War Authority 04-06-2026 10:37 AM US President Donald Trump, with Secretary of Defense Pet»»»

Under the shade of recently planted poplars in northeastern Afghanistan, village leader Ghulam Ali Poya is proud to see residents rediscover the value of trees after years of wartime deforestation. "There were forests of pistachio trees," he told AFP, gesturing to the bare mountains that surround C»»»

North Korea on Thursday unveiled a new facility to produce nuclear bomb fuels, with leader Kim Jong Un announcing plans to bolster the country’s nuclear forces “at an exponential rate.” Some experts still question whether North Korea has functioning nuclear missiles that can reach the US mainland. »»»

Chicago, United States: It's been nicknamed the "Obamalisk" and compared to a Star Wars spaceship and the Eye of Sauron from "The Lord of the Rings". Barack Obama's $850-million-dollar presidential center in Chicago has caused a stir even before the Democratic former president officially opens it o»»»

Research Science Investment (RSI), UAE, hosted a distinguished cultural celebration at Mohammed VI Tower, one of Morocco’s most iconic landmarks and the tallest tower in Africa, to honor an outstanding group of readers among Moroccan students and educators. The event was organized in partnership wi»»»

ST. PETERSBURG (Sputnik) - The economic growth opportunities for Russia are getting bigger, and they should be used, Russian Presidential Executive Office Deputy Chief of Staff Maxim Oreshkin said on Thursday. "The opportunities that our economy has are getting bigger and bigger. This is what you n»»»

Industrial producer prices on the total market (domestic and external markets combined) in Romania increased by 10.3% in April 2026 compared with the same month in 2025, according to data published on Wednesday by the National Institute of Statistics (INS).According to the statistical office, indus»»»

The Bucharest Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCIB) has opened a Representation Office in Colombo (Sri Lanka), and Vithana Arachchige Teshan Dilannka has been appointed its head, the Bucharest Chamber announced on Wednesday."The CCIB Representation Office in Colombo will ensure institutional repr»»»

The Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Romania (CCIR) will open its first-ever overseas representative office in Guangzhou, the capital of China's Guangdong Province, which will serve as a permanent contact point for promoting economic and educational exchanges between Romania and China.According »»»

Only 33% of AmCham Romania member companies estimate an increase in investments this year, in the context of a high level of economic uncertainty and concerns regarding macroeconomic imbalances, shows the eighth edition of the AmCham survey on the investment and business climate offered by Romania »»»

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has worsened forecasts for the Romanian economy this year, indicating a decline of 0.2%, compared with a 1.2% growth forecast in February, according to the "Regional Economic Prospects" report published by the international financial insti»»»

Three out of three Romanians consider that 2026 will be more difficult than 2025, in a context marked by economic pressure, social tensions and political uncertainty, results of a recently published study show. According to the study “Romanians' State of Mind”, made by AHA Moments, people become mo»»»

Romania has currently exceeded 60% of the absorption on the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (NRRP) and on Friday, June 5, we will most likely have the EcoFin Council that will give the final necessary check for payment request number four, the Minister of Investments and European Projects, Dr»»»

The implementation of the key stages of the reforms and investments Romania was required to complete by April 30, 2026 appears to be generally on track, the European Commission said in its 2026 European Spring Semester Package unveiled on Wednesday.According to the Commission, Romania has started w»»»

Romania will go through a difficult short-term economic period, with GDP expected to shrink by 0.1% in 2026 after the declines recorded at the end of 2025 and the beginning of 2026, before returning to growth in 2027, when it could rise by 2.5%, according to the latest OECD Economic Outlook report,»»»

Investors are not asking for promises but for execution, stability and continuity, Romania has good arguments, which must be supported by figures, consistent decisions and by the ability to carry through reforms and investments, and if the country manages to keep up its fiscal and budgetary traject»»»

Interim National Defence Minister Radu Miruta said on Tuesday that he had informed President Nicusor Dan about the case involving Chief of Defence Staff Vlad Gheorghita, who is being investigated by the National Anticorruption Directorate (DNA) in a case in which he is accused of complicity in usur»»»

The Romanian Embassy in Australia on Wednesday organised a meeting on cooperation opportunities between Romania and Australia in the areas of IT and artificial intelligence.The event, hosted by the diplomatic mission, brought together more than 20 participants, including representatives of the Aust»»»

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Oana Toiu, had a meeting with her counterpart from the Philippines, Maria Theresa P. Lazaro, in which context they decided to co-organize, at the UN General Assembly, the second edition of the ministerial meeting dedicated to strengthening international cooperation »»»

Romania strongly condemns Iran's recent attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain, Acting Foreign Minister Oana Toiu said on Wednesday.In a post on X, Toiu stressed that the attacks constitute a serious violation of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the two states and "a grave threat to regional pea»»»

The British Foreign Office announced on Wednesday that it had summoned the Russian ambassador after a Russian drone hit a residential building in Romania, last week, Reuters reports. British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper condemned the incident, which happened during a Russian air attack on Ukrain»»»

Four Italian Air Force Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft landed on Wednesday at the 57th Air Base in Mihail Kogalniceanu, Constanta County, to strengthen the security of Romania's airspace.According to a statement by the Ministry of National Defence, the detachment of around 180 personnel (pilots and te»»»

A number of 43 participating states in the Organisation for Security and Co-operation (OSCE) meeting on Tuesday voiced their support and solidarity for Romania, expressing compassion for the victims affected by the drone incident which occurred last week in Galati, a Foreign Affairs Ministry (MAE) »»»

Acting Prime Minister and National Liberal Party (PNL) leader Ilie Bolojan met European People's Party (EPP) President Manfred Weber in Bucharest on Wednesday to discuss Romania's political situation, stressing that the PNL must preserve its identity and clear direction as a centre-right, pro-Europ»»»

Manila: Electric vehicle owners in the Philippines are finding it easier to travel long distances as SM Supermalls rapidly expands what has become the country's largest network of free EV charging stations. The mall giant recently announced that it now operates more than 183 electric vehicle charge»»»

The Israeli army carried out airstrikes in south Lebanon on Thursday, hours after Israel and Lebanon agreed to implement a ceasefire. An Israeli airstrike targeted a vehicle on the Zefta road, while other strikes targeted Kfartebnit, Shehour, Bestat and Kfar Remman-Habboush. Hezbollah meanwhile cla»»»

MATARAM: Indonesian police have arrested an Australian woman found with 59 milliliters of vape liquid containing cannabis that she said was for pain relief but can land her in prison. The woman, 53, risks 20 years behind bars under Indonesia’s no-exceptions anti-drug laws, narcotics officer I Nyoma»»»

Israel's far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir criticized on Thursday a ceasefire deal with Lebanon brokered by Washington, calling it a "serious mistake". "The ceasefire with Lebanon is a serious mistake and the pipe dreams of advisers are dragging the prime minister (Benjamin Netan»»»

Iran's foreign minister said on Wednesday that negotiations to end the Middle East war had made "no tangible progress" after fresh US and Iranian strikes tested a fragile ceasefire. Kuwaiti officials said an Iranian drone strike on Kuwait International Airport killed one person and wounded 63, whil»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli Defense Minister says occupation forces will not withdraw from southern Lebanon, including Beaufort Castle 04-06-2026 10:01 AM Late»»»

Indonesia sees BRICS as a gateway to transforming the country into a technology-producing nation, BRIN Steering Committee member Tri Mumpuni tells Sputnik on the SPIEF 2026 sidelines. “I have seen firsthand how Russia and China possess remarkable technology, and we should cooperate so that this tec»»»

The 29th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum runs from June 3 to 6 under the theme "Pragmatic Dialogue: The Path to a Stable Future." The event brought together representatives from more than 130 countries. The agenda, spanning over 380 events, prioritizes joint ventures, settlements in nat»»»

New Jersey, USA: Brazil striker Igor Thiago said Wednesday he is eager to make history as the South American team bids for its sixth World Cup title in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The 24-year-old described the June 11-July 19 tournament as a "unique chance" that he doesn't intend to waste»»»

Donald Trump has nominated Douglas Holder to serve as the next United States Ambassador to Bulgaria, a move that now requires approval from the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee before advancing to a full Senate vote, BGNES reported. Holder is a Republican figure with a long political and lob»»»

The Minister of Transport, and Financial Advisor to the Prime Minister, Mohamed Al-Shahoubi, received the Ambassador of China at the Ministry’s Tripoli headquarters yesterday. During the meeting, they discussed ways to strengthen and develop bilateral relations between Libya and China, and specific»»»

The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has revised its outlook for Bulgaria, lowering expectations for economic growth in the coming years while warning of persistent inflationary pressure driven by energy costs and rising public spending. In its latest Economic Outlook p»»»

Chinese automaker BYD Company Ltd (SZSE:002594; HKEX:1211) has significantly strengthened its presence in Africa’s emerging electric vehicle (EV) market, increasing its market share to 35% in 2025 from just 4% two years prior, according to the Global EV Outlook 2026 report, published by the Interna»»»

On June 4, 1944, the last of German occupiers fled Rome ahead of the advancing U.S. 9th Army. 1 of 7 | On June 4, 1944, the last of German occupiers fled Rome ahead of the advancing U.S. 9th Army. File Photo courtesy of the German Federal Archives On this date in history: In 1783, the first public »»»

Beijing, China: China’s Ministry of Emergency Management activated a Level 4 national emergency response to address geological disasters in Jiangxi, Hunan, and Guizhou provinces, amid forecasts of heavy rain and storms in the coming days. The weather forecast indicates that parts of north-central J»»»

A Nepali climbing guide who went missing on Mount Everest for six days and was feared dead has been found alive after crawling back to Base Camp, officials told AFP on Thursday. The experienced Hillary Dawa Sherpa vanished on the upper reaches of the world's highest mountain early on May 30. He was»»»

Israel will continue its operations on the ground in southern Lebanon for the time being and Lebanese residents forced from their homes by Israel would not be able to return, Defense Minister Israel Katz said on Thursday. His comments came a day after Lebanon and Israel said they had ⁠agreed to imp»»»

Washington, USA: The US announced that Israel and Lebanon had reached a ceasefire agreement, following the conclusion of the second and final day of the fourth round of negotiations between the two sides in Washington. The US State Department said in a statement that the two sides, at the direction»»»