Bulgarian News Agency 16m

MRF's Hamid Alleges Interior Minister's Family Controls 411 Properties, Refers Case to Prosecutor's Office

Hamid Hamid, MP from the Movement for Rights and Freedoms (MRF) and deputy chair of the party, presented information about the properties of the Minister of Interior, Ivan Demerdzhiev, and his wife and announced that it will also be sent to the prosecutor's office on Wednesday. The data was present»»»

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Sana 26m

Dollar extends rally as oil prices climb on Middle East tensions

Washington, July 22 (SANA) – The U.S. dollar strengthened for a fourth consecutive session on Tuesday as rising oil prices, driven by escalating tensions in the Middle East, fueled concerns that inflationary pressures could remain elevated. The dollar index, which tracks the U.S. currency against a»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 28m

Decision on US Military Aircraft Needed at This Time, Bulgaria Is Not Giving Up Its Sovereignty, Defence Minister Says

"This is one of those decisions that are not taken lightly, but one that is necessary at this particular moment," Defence Minister Dimitar Stoyanov told Parliament on Wednesday while presenting the government's draft decision authorizing the presence at Bezmer Air Base of US military aircraft and p»»»

bta.bg
Business-review 38m

Institutional flight to quality and pre-leasing surge drive recovery in Romanian office market

Office occupiers in Romania are increasingly pivoting towards premium, sustainable, and professionally managed spaces, securing long-term leases up to two years ahead of delivery to mitigate a looming supply squeeze in core submarkets. Furthermore, the market has demonstrated resilience this year, »»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 40m

Media Review: July 22

OVERVIEW Wednesday’s media coverage focuses on the proposed deployment of US aerial refuelling aircraft and military personnel at Bezmer Air Base in Southeastern Bulgaria, with the National Assembly expected to take the final decision. The upcoming presidential elections, the 2026 State Budget and »»»

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Naharnet 41m

Hajj Hassan in first Hezbollah comment on Aoun-Trump talks

MP Hussein al-Hajj Hassan of Hezbollah on Wednesday noted that "what happened in Washington in the summit between President Joseph Aoun and U.S. President Donald Trump amounted to nothing more than a general American rhetoric and promises without guarantees, without specifying any timeframe for red»»»

The Peninsula 42m

Danish fish fossil cliffs set to gain UNESCO status

Nykøbing Mors, Denmark: Two Danish coastal cliffs where palaeontologists have uncovered 55-million-year-old fossils of prehistoric wildlife are likely to gain World Heritage status as UNESCO's committee meets in South Korea. The two picturesque cliffs of Hanklit and Knudeklint, overlooking Denmark'»»»

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24 News Agency 44m

Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan raises inflation forecast to 14-15 percent - | 24.KG

Inflation rate in Kyrgyzstan by the end of the year could reach 14-15 percent, up from the previously projected 9 percent. First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Daniyar Amangeldiev said an exclusive interview with 24.kg news agency. According to him, the government revised its macroecon»»»

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Sputnik 45m

Iran Vows Massive Retaliation if US Strikes Nuclear Facilities

TEHRAN (Sputnik) - If the United States strikes Iran's nuclear facilities, Tehran will attack all "interests" of Washington and its allies in the region, the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters said. "The following declares that if the aggressor army proceeds to this stage, we will consider this »»»

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Business-review 47m

Office and retail spearhead Romanian investment market in 2026

The Romanian commercial real estate sector has demonstrated a striking divergence from broader regional trends in the opening months of 2026, driven by tactical deal timing and a pronounced concentration of capital in the office sector. Romania’s total real estate investment volume reached EUR 151 »»»

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Business-review 50m

Vastint Romania benchmarks sustainable, high-performance offices

Antoniu Panait, managing director of Vastint Romania, talked to BR about the shifting dynamics of the capital’s office market, highlighting their landmark 60,000 sqm fossil-fuel-free development, New Tales, and explaining why highly sustainable, mixed-use urban environments continue to outperform b»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 52m

Sofia Residents Demand Accountability for Defective Municipal Construction

Residents of Sofia's Poduyane borough held a protest Wednesday against poor-quality municipal construction and a lack of subsequent action by the authorities. Although organizers planned to block Vladimir Vazov Boulevard, the Sofia Municipality did not grant permission, according to protest organiz»»»

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Naharnet 53m

Report: Netanyahu fails to arrange Trump meeting as US pushes for Lebanon withdrawal

A meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that was set for this week has been postponed at the request of the American side, a source familiar with the details told Israeli newspaper Haaretz. While one source said the situation in Iran was behind th»»»

24 News Agency 56m

Kyrgyzstan increases fuel reserves to about six weeks - | 24.KG

Kyrgyzstan’s fuel and lubricant reserves have been increased from two to three weeks to approximately one and a half months. First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Daniyar Amangeldiev said in an exclusive interview with 24.kg news agency. According to Amangeldiev, the government’s goal i»»»

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Sputnik 57m

Ukraine Reels, And It Shows - Kremlin

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The appointment of a new commander-in-chief in Ukraine unlikely to lead to any changes at the front line, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Wednesday. "All these upheavals, the fact that Ukraine is reeling - that is clear. It is visible to the naked eye," Peskov told report»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 1h

Prosecutors' Chamber Rejects Justice Minister's Request to Suspend Emilia Rusinova as Head of Sofia City Prosecution Office

The Prosecutors' Chamber of the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) Wednesday unanimously rejected a request by Justice Minister Nikolay Naydenov to temporarily suspend prosecutor Emilia Rusinova as head of the Sofia City Prosecution Office pending disciplinary proceedings against her. The Chamber also »»»

bta.bg
Bulgarian News Agency 1h

Education Employers' Union Head Praises Ministry's Spring Break Choice Proposal

The proposal of the Ministry of Education and Science to allow parents to choose between two options for the spring vacation - April 3-11 or April 30 - May 9 is extremely commendable said Diyan Stamatov, head of the Union of Employers in the Public Education System in Bulgaria, on the occasion of t»»»

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Arab News 1h

Bulgaria set to vote on US tanker aircraft deployment amid Iran warnings

DUBAI: Bulgaria’s parliament is expected to vote on a proposal to allow up to eight US tanker aircraft to be stationed at Bezmer Air Base, after the plan was approved by the parliamentary Defence Committee. The deployment, requested by Washington to support US military operations in the Middle East»»»

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Arab News 1h

Zendaya wears Saudi couture label Ashi Studio to ‘Spider-Man’ event

DUBAI: Saudi couture house Ashi Studio found itself in the spotlight this week when Hollywood star Zendaya wore one of its designs to a “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” fan event in Mexico City. The actress, who plays MJ in the franchise, stepped out in a midnight-black floor-length gown from the label’»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Dubai offers discounts to residents bringing in tourists

Dubai: Dubai will offer more than $800 worth of discounts and deals to residents who bring friends and family to visit, the emirate's media office said on Wednesday, as months of war have battered its tourism sector. "The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism launches 'A Dubai Invite', inviting r»»»

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Dailynews Hungary 1h

Video: PM Magyar spat on at Budapest railway station before major rail announcement

Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar was spat on by a man at Budapest’s Nyugati railway station on Wednesday morning, shortly before unveiling the government’s new railway development strategy alongside Transport and Investment Minister Dávid Vitézy. The incident, which was captured on video, occu»»»

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Gulf News 1h

New Dh100 billion Marsa Al Saadiyat development launched in Abu Dhabi

Dubai: Abu Dhabi has launched Marsa Al Saadiyat, a Dh100 billion waterfront development spanning 6.4 million square metres, marking the final phase of the wider Saadiyat Island masterplan. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executi»»»

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24 News Agency 1h

Daniyar Amangeldiev announces possible market price of AI 92 gasoline - | 24.KG

If the government completely deregulates fuel and lubricant prices, the price of AI 92 gasoline could reach approximately 114 soms per liter, while diesel fuel could reach 148 soms. First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan Daniyar Amangeldiev stated in an exclusive interview »»»

24.kg
Sputnik 1h

Lavrov to Meet With Rubio on Thursday

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - A meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has been agreed upon and is scheduled for the first half of Thursday, said Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov. "The meeting is not just a possibility, it has already been agreed upon. We briefly saw each other at a reception »»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 1h

Bezmer Residents Launch Petition Against Deployment of American Aircraft

A petition has been launched in the village of Bezmer against the deployment of US aerial refuelling aircraft at the nearby air base, Mayor Rosen Rusev told BTA on Wednesday. Residents oppose the plan, are prepared to protest and intend to present the petition to the Defence Minister during his exp»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Greece broils on year's warmest day as three-day heatwave peaks

Athens: Greece is expected to experience its hottest day of the year on Wednesday, with temperatures reaching up to 43C according to meteorologists, and several regions placed on alert due to the risk of wildfires. Outdoor work bans have also been announced during the warmest hours of the day for h»»»

thepeninsulaqatar.com
EU Observer 1h

Social media influencers now roam EU corridors of power: free trips, selfies with leaders but a grey zone for ethics

Welcome to the new era of Brussels diplomacy, where ‘likes’ matter – and so do content creators on social media, who are gaining increasing access to EU institutions, in a high-stakes bet to win over Gen Z. Facing a generation that increasingly rejects getting news from legacy media, the European C»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Japan tells workers to wear shorts as brutal heat grips nation

Tokyo is urging office workers to swap suits for shorts as Japan confronts another summer of extreme temperatures, with authorities expanding a long-running campaign aimed at keeping people cool while reducing energy use. The Tokyo Metropolitan Government has updated its “Tokyo Cool Biz” campaign t»»»

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Business-review 1h

Why next-generation developments must be built as active energy system participants

Valentin Zaharia, Technical and Performance Director at Veolia Romania, talked to BR about the shift from energy efficiency to long-term energy resilience, and why integrating local renewable resources and advanced energy management early in the planning process can reduce market exposure, support »»»

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Naharnet 1h

Aoun says disarming Hezbollah has requirements to fulfill

President Joseph Aoun has said that ever since he assumed his post, the state has “worked decisively toward one goal: one state, one army, and putting an end to all illegal armed groups operating outside the state's authority.” “What we need now is an institution strong enough to achieve this, and »»»

Sputnik 1h

Russian Scientists Create Heat-Seeking Particles to Burn Up Cancer

Researchers from the National University of Science and Technology MISIS (NUST MISIS) have developed temperature-limiting nanoparticles that could enable the “controlled” destruction of tumours using magnetic fields. The results of the study were published in Ceramics International.The destruction »»»

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Gulf News 2h

Pakistan seeks $10bn US lifeline to shore up economy

Dubai: Pakistan has asked the United States for a $10 billion Exchange Stabilisation Support Facility, a rare form of financial support that could significantly strengthen the country’s external finances if approved. Finance Minister of Pakistan Muhammad Aurangzeb presented the request during talks»»»

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Arab News 2h

Trump approves landmark nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia — AP

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump has approved an agreement with Saudi Arabia that could potentially provide the Kingdom with uranium enrichment capability for its civilian nuclear program, according to two people familiar with the matter. The people, who were not authorized to comment publicly»»»

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Arab News 2h

Mini op-ed: Managing the psychological impact of sustained regional uncertainty

DUBAI: It can feel increasingly difficult to catch a breath these days. With consequential headlines that update every few minutes, work that becomes increasingly unpredictable, and conversations around future plans that shift from five-year timelines to five-week ones, it is clear that increased u»»»

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Al Manar 2h

Iran Warns US of ‘Powerful’ Response if Nuclear Sites Attacked - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Iran Warns US of ‘Powerful’ Response if Nuclear Sites Attacked 22-07-2026 11:23 AM Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters has warned the Uni»»»

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Al Manar 2h

Explosions heard in Eilat as Iranian missiles hit Jordan’s Aqaba: reports - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Explosions heard in Eilat as Iranian missiles hit Jordan’s Aqaba: reports 22-07-2026 11:27 AM Latest News Urgent News Explosions heard in E»»»

Business-review 2h

DP World secures EUR 25 million EBRD loan for Constanța terminal electrification

DP World and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) have signed a loan agreement of up to EUR 25 million to support the electrification of operations at the DP World-owned Constanța South Container Terminal. The financing is the terminal’s first dedicated green loan and forms p»»»

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Gulf News 2h

First look: Inside new Indian passport centres in UAE as rush begins

Thousands of Indian nationals queued outside newly opened Indian Consular Application Centres (ICACs) across the UAE on Wednesday as the country’s biggest overhaul of Indian passport and consular services began. The first day saw long queues, busy counters and a new system introduced to streamline »»»

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Naharnet 2h

Salam inspects Zawtar al-Gharbiyeh, says Lebanon seeking 'complete Israeli withdrawal'

Lebanon is working towards a "complete Israeli withdrawal" from areas it occupies, Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said on Wednesday on a visit to a village where Lebanon's army recently deployed. "We will continue mobilizing our political and diplomatic efforts to secure a complete Israeli withdrawal f»»»

Naharnet 2h

Lebanese-American who stabbed Rushdie to go on trial again

The Lebanese-American man who was convicted of trying to kill Salman Rushdie is going on trial again in the United States, this time in a federal terrorism case that is probing deeper into what allegedly motivated the stabbing on a lecture stage in 2022. Opening statements are set for Wednesday in »»»

UPI 2h

U.S., Iran trade attacks for 11th night in Strait of Hormuz fight - UPI.com

July 22 (UPI) -- The United States and Iran traded attacks for an 11th consecutive night, with the U.S. military striking targets to degrade Iran's ability to threaten ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz and Iran retaliating early Wednesday with claimed strikes on U.S. bases in the region. U.S. C»»»

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Arab News 2h

Hezbollah threatens Beirut airport shutdown to contest ban on Iranian flights

BEIRUT: Hezbollah has opened a new front in its confrontation with the Lebanese state, with Mahmoud Qamati, deputy head of the group's political council, threatening to prevent aircraft from landing at Beirut's Rafik Hariri International Airport if the government's measures targeting Iranian flight»»»

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Naharnet 2h

Lebanese Army calls on Israel to use coordination channel instead of firing at troops

The Israeli military has said that it only fired "warning shots into the air" after Lebanese soldiers entered an area that was "not part of the pilot area" in the Zawtar region, prompting the Lebanese Army to respond in a statement. Insisting its troops were only deployed in Zawtar al-Gharbiyeh, an»»»

Naharnet 2h

US plans to announce nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia

The United States plans to announce an agreement with Saudi Arabia on Wednesday that would give the country a civilian nuclear program, according to media reports, amid renewed fighting between the Gulf oil giant and Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen. Citing two unnamed U.S. officials, the New Yor»»»

Arab News 2h

New Hamas chief Khalil al-Hayya faces ‘dangerous, complex’ challenges

Khalil al-Hayya takes the helm of Hamas at one of the most dangerous and complex moments in the Palestinian group’s history, as it confronts Israel in an unprecedented war it triggered by the Oct. 7, 2023, attack. His election as head of Hamas’s political bureau places him in charge of a movement u»»»

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France24 2h

Trump announces 100% tariffs on imported generic pharmaceutical drugs

US President Donald Trump announced a 100% tariff on imported generic pharmaceutical drugs on Tuesday. The tariff, which aims to bolster US pharmaceutical production, is set to go into effect in August 2028. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that all generic drugs brought into the US will cont»»»

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Sputnik 2h

Zakharova Blasts West For Cheering Zelensky's Nuclear Plant Strikes

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The European Union has been preventing the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) from responding professionally to Ukrainian strikes on nuclear facilities, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said on Wednesday. "The problem with the EU is that they do not jus»»»

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Dailynews Hungary 2h

'They knelt on my head': New witness testimonies reveal alleged abuse in Hungary's 'gold convoy' scandal

Newly obtained witness testimonies have shed light on one of the biggest political and diplomatic scandals of the final weeks of Viktor Orbán’s government, with Ukrainian cash couriers alleging they were subjected to physical abuse and unlawful detention after a dramatic counter-terrorism raid in H»»»

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Gulf News 3h

What is Pickaxe Mountain, home to Iran’s underground nuclear site threatened by Trump

US President Donald Trump has repeatedly issued threats to bomb an under-construction Iranian nuclear site buried deep under a mountain as the two nations exchange blows over the Strait of Hormuz. The site, known as Kuh-e Kolang Gaz La, or “Pickaxe Mountain,” lies on the south side of Iran’s Natanz»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Ant garnish on dessert? Michelin-star restaurant owner faces jail

Dubai: A Michelin-starred restaurant owner in South Korea is facing a possible one-year prison sentence after admitting to serving ants as a garnish on desserts, an ingredient that is not approved for human consumption under the country's food safety laws, according to a BBC report. Prosecutors hav»»»

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