RIYADH: Six citizens were injured and three homes and three vehicles were damaged after a Houthi projectile fell in a residential area in Najran on Sunday.A spokesman for the Civil Defense said attempts to target civilian objects constitute a flagrant violation of international humanitarian law, an»»»

Energy costs surge as Middle East conflict impacts global markets UAE residents are facing renewed uncertainty around regional trade and energy costs as fighting escalates sharply in Yemen, Iran threatens tighter controls on the Strait of Hormuz and oil prices climb back above $100 a barrel. The UA»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe IRGC Adviser: ‘Father of Iranian Missiles’ Ready to Hit Enemy Energy Infrastructure across Region 18-10-2026 17:57 PM A senior adviser to t»»»

Tunis,Oct.18 (TAP) - The 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Tunisia and Japan marks a historic milestone in boosting friendship ties between the two countries and strengthening their cooperation in the economy,...»»»

Moscow: Russian air defense forces intercepted over 1,000 Ukrainian drones overnight during an attack across multiple regions from Saturday night into Sunday morning, according to statements released by the Russian Defense Ministry. The ministry said Ukrainian drones were shot down over Russia's Be»»»

BEIRUT (Sputnik) - The countries of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) highly value Russia's calls for de-escalation in the Middle East, Bahraini Foreign Minister Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani said on Sunday. "The countries of the Cooperation Council highly value Russia's calls for de-escalation,»»»

TEHRAN (Sputnik) - If the US fulfills Iran's conditions, the Strait of Hormuz will be opened on the sixth day, and on the seventh day negotiations will begin, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Sunday. "In our view, the seven-day plan is on the table, and if there is honesty on the par»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russia and Kuwait consider it necessary to find ways to de-escalate situation in the Persian Gulf region, the Russian Foreign Ministry said on Sunday. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov held talks with Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah in Bahrain's capit»»»

Energy costs surge as Middle East conflict impacts global markets UAE residents are facing renewed uncertainty around regional trade and energy costs as fighting escalates sharply in Yemen, Iran threatens tighter controls on the Strait of Hormuz and oil prices climb back above $100 a barrel. The UA»»»

Looters on Saturday seized the opportunity to raid and vandalise a host of shops and businesses across France – from bakeries and supermarkets to tech stores – as hundreds of thousands of people took to the streets to protest higher living costs and other grievances. Looters in several French citie»»»

US President Donald Trump said "France is burning" on Sunday via his social media platform Truth Social after demonstrations swept across the country over the weekend. France’s Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez said that police had arrested more than 1,800 people as outbursts of arson and looting bro»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Yemeni Military Media Posts Footage of Drone Strikes against pro-Saudi Militias 18-10-2026 16:31 PM The Yemeni Military Media posted footag»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Yemeni military source: The Armed Forces warn employees, workers, and citizens of approaching Saudi oil facilities 18-10-2026 15:48 PM Late»»»

'Close your Borders and take control, before it is too late!' says US President Washington, United States: US President Donald Trump on Sunday blamed immigration for unrest during protests in France and urged the country to tighten its migration rules. "France is burning! The immigration of people »»»

Gaza: The Israeli occupation army on Sunday conducted airstrikes in the Gaza Strip, killing a Palestinian woman and injuring others on Al-Sikka Street, east of Khan Younis in the southern enclave, according to the latest update from medical sources. In Gaza City, a Palestinian was killed and others»»»

TEHRAN: Newly appointed Iranian defense minister Mehrdad Akhlaghi threatened on Sunday to inflict “enormous damage” on the United States and its allies in the Middle East if Washington resumes its military campaign against the country. “People can rest assured that they will most likely not dare to»»»

BRUSSELS: The European Union said Sunday that it “strongly condemns” an attack the previous day by a group of Israeli settlers on visiting European diplomats. “The EU strongly condemns the latest attacks by violent settlers in the West Bank, including on European diplomats,” the foreign service sai»»»

Zelensky’s diesel-fueled burnout READ MORE: Zelensky has made his choice, now America must make its own This week did not start well for Ukrainian leader Vladimir Zelensky, who was apparently blindsided by US President Donald Trump’s decision to suspend sanctions on Russian diesel supplies after ta»»»

Bulgaria is seeking enhanced NATO support for its air defence capabilities while prioritizing diplomacy to address security incidents in the Black Sea, Defence Minister Dimitar Stoyanov said here on Sunday. Bulgaria has sent two letters to NATO, at the end of August and on October 13, requesting en»»»

US President Donald Trump claimed on Friday that he did not order restrictions on Ukraine’s military access to Starlink satellite services, adding that he did not believe SpaceX CEO Elon Musk had done so either. Ukrainian state and military officials earlier this week accused SpaceX of abruptly res»»»

JEDDAH: A Saudi airport employee who had been on the job for just one month helped guide passengers to safety during the deadly missile attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, despite being wounded by shrapnel. Sultan Al-Harbi, 27, was organizing passengers preparing to board a fligh»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe IRGC Navy warns vessels violating transit rules in the Strait of Hormuz to turn back immediately or risk being targeted by missiles 18-10-2»»»

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Saturday that US President Donald Trump’s decision to waive sanctions and tariffs on Russia would last 60 days, as the move drew bipartisan criticism and raised fears in Ukraine that Washington could ease further restrictions on Moscow. US Secretary of State M»»»

ATLANTA, Georgia – Since it was established in 1956, Manuel’s Tavern in Atlanta has hosted legendary Democratic leaders while its founder played a key role in the city’s move from a Republican to Democratic stronghold. With the state’s Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff leading the p»»»

TEHRAN (Sputnik) - The US will not dare to attack Iran, otherwise it will suffer huge damage, the new defense minister of Iran, Mehrdad Akhlaghi, said on Sunday. "It is very likely that they will not dare to attack us. If they attack, both they and the region will suffer very great damage," the min»»»

Gqeberha: Rain delayed the start of play after Australia won the toss and decided to bowl in the second Test against South Africa at St George's Park on Sunday. Play eventually got under way at noon, two hours after the scheduled start, with 75 overs due to be bowled in the day. South Africa reache»»»

Representatives of Moscow's industrial sector held more than a hundred business meetings with Belarusian partners on new joint projects during the recent INNOPROM Belarus international industrial exhibition in Minsk, according to Anatoly Garbuzov, Moscow government minister and head of the city's D»»»

Bulgaria’s Special Operations Forces are working to acquire modern weapons and equipment and develop skills in operating remote systems and countering hybrid threats, Brigadier General Bozhidar Boykov, commander of the Joint Special Operations Command, told reporters at a ceremony marking Military »»»

It is too early to say exactly what assistance Bulgaria will receive from NATO, as further discussions are pending. However, Bulgaria's airspace is already protected by its own fighter aircraft and surface-to-air missile systems, although some of the equipment is somewhat outdated, Defence Minister»»»

BRUSSELS: The European Union “strongly condemns” attacks by violent settlers in the West Bank, including against European diplomats, the bloc’s foreign policy spokesperson said on Sunday. The ‌statement came ‌a day ‌after Belgian Foreign Minister Maxime Prevot said Israeli settlers attacked Palesti»»»

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s energy investments helped limit the impact of the global energy shock, while structural reforms and financial buffers have strengthened the Kingdom’s ability to navigate regional uncertainty, the finance minister said. Speaking at the closing press conference of the Internati»»»

Bulgaria’s energy storage capacity has reached 6 gigawatts this year, approaching the country’s electricity demand of 7.4 GW and reshaping domestic and regional power markets, Greek outlet Newsit reported. The rapid expansion of battery storage is already affecting wholesale electricity prices and »»»

The Bulgarian National Bank (BNB) has reported that the country's current account deficit reached 8.1% of gross domestic product over the 12 months to July, its highest level since 2009, while forecasting economic growth of 2.8% for 2026. The BNB Governing Council said economic activity continued t»»»

Tragedy strikes 27 minutes into church service in Guayaquil as worshippers watch in horror Dubai: A Catholic priest died after a large wooden cross fell from a church wall and struck him while he was celebrating Mass in the Ecuadorian city of Guayaquil on Saturday, in an incident captured during a »»»

GERB leader Boyko Borissov said attacks on ships in the Black Sea had severely damaged tourism along Bulgaria’s coast, while describing the recent rise in fuel prices as inexplicable. Borissov said that during GERB’s time in government, policies had focused on developing the Black Sea coast as a hu»»»

Authorities target violations as e-scooter misuse endangers road safety Abu Dhabi Police seized 9,237 electric scooters in violation of traffic rules and regulations during the first 10 months of 2026, following their use on public roads, between vehicles and on routes not designated for them, posi»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe National News Agency: Enemy army carries out a massive explosion in Al-Qantara, Marjeyoun District 18-10-2026 13:06 PM Latest News Urgent N»»»

President Masoud Pezeshkian has pledged that Iran will not bow to aggressors, speaking before Parliament on Sunday to defend his nominee for defense minister, Mehrdad Akhlaghi. During deliberations on Akhlaghi’s confirmation as the nation’s next defense minister, the president said the nominee’s ac»»»

Thousands of trucks stranded, border restrictions raise fears of LPG shortage, price hike Dubai: Pakistan has temporarily suspended commercial trade through two major border crossings with Iran, leaving around 2,000 trucks stranded and raising concerns over possible shortages and higher prices of l»»»

Beijing, Oct. 18 (SANA) China’s exports of refined oil products surged 39.4% year on year in September, as the war in the Middle East disrupted global energy supplies, customs data showed on Sunday. Exports of refined petroleum products, including diesel, gasoline, jet fuel and marine fuel, rose 19»»»

Sisi chairs defence council meeting, with MPs due to debate a defensive mission on Sunday Cairo: Egypt’s National Defence Council has approved sending troops to Saudi Arabia on a defensive mission, an Egyptian MP announced on Sunday, with parliament due to consider the deployment at an emergency se»»»

RIYADH: The Houthi militia’s heinous attacks constitute criminal behavior that required a firm international stance, Jasem Albudaiwi, Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) said on Sunday as Gulf foreign ministers met in Manama to discuss regional and international developments. “T»»»

DUBAI: Iran’s offer to the United States to reopen the Strait of ‌Hormuz ‌within seven ‌days is still on the table, Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi told Iranian media outlets ‌on ‌Sunday. If Washington ‌accepts ‌Tehran’s conditions, the strategic waterway would be ‌open within six days and US-Iran t»»»

CAIRO: Egypt ​will provide ‌Saudi ‌Arabia ​with all ‌necessary ⁠and ​possible support ⁠to ⁠defend ‌its ‌security ​and stability, ‌its ‌presidency ‌said on Sunday. The Egyptian presidency also said it will continue and intensify political and diplomatic efforts in coordination with regional and inte»»»

RIYADH: The Houthi militia’s heinous attacks constitute criminal behavior that required a firm international stance, Jasem Albudaiwi, Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) said on Sunday as Gulf foreign ministers met in Manama to discuss regional and international developments. “T»»»

Rabbi Elie Abadie left his native Lebanon more than five decades ago and has not even visited since, but his Lebanese roots remain an integral part of his identity. He has 3,000 Arabic songs on his smart phone. His wife, an American, learned from his mother how to cook the Lebanese dishes he loves.»»»

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) – The United States should renounce claims to global dominance and start cooperating with other countries, because the time of its hegemony has ended, a former vice president of the Washington-based Eurasia Center, Earl Rasmussen, told RIA Novosti. "We are in a very dangerous t»»»

Masked rioters set fire to the 143-year-old town hall as nationwide protests turn violent Paris: The spire of a historic French town hall collapsed in a ball of flames on Saturday night after masked protesters set the 143-year-old building ablaze during nationwide demonstrations over the rising cos»»»

The administration of US President Donald Trump has ramped up pressure on Ukraine to halt strikes on Russian oil refineries while pursuing landmark diplomacy with Moscow in a bid to bring down soaring fuel prices at home and revive stalled peace negotiations. The overtures have left Vladimir Zelens»»»

Indian aircraft barred from Pakistan airspace amid ongoing tensions Pakistan has extended its airspace ban on Indian-registered aircraft and planes owned, operated or leased by Indian airlines until November 24, 2026, keeping restrictions in place for another month amid strained relations between t»»»