Democratic Bulgaria Seeks Hearing on Reports of Russian Military Training in Bulgaria
Speaking to journalists in Parliament's lobby on Thursday, Democratic Bulgaria MP Ivaylo Mirchev said that The Telegraph daily had published information allegedly linked to Australian intelligence saying that Russian military instructors were being trained by special forces from the UK and Australi»»»
Trump's Top Advisers Warn Iran War Could Last Until 2029 - Reports
WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - Senior advisers to US President Donald Trump have warned him of the risk that the conflict with Iran could drag on until the end of his presidential term in January 2029, media reported, citing sources. US Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and other offi»»»
HÖOK: Erasmus in Hungary ‘bleeding from multiple wounds’
The return of the Erasmus programme is to be welcomed, but it is not enough on its own: the scheme remains out of reach for many students for a variety of reasons, the National Conference of Student Unions (HÖOK) said on Facebook on Wednesday. HÖOK’s position on the revived scheme The student organ»»»
Israel opens embassy in Slovenia as small EU nation shifts policies
Israel opened its first embassy in Slovenia on Wednesday, boosting relations with the small European Union nation even as ties sour with some longtime allies over its policy on illegal settlements in the occupied West Bank. Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar travelled to Ljubljana, Slovenia's cap»»»
Indonesia, Hong Kong to host new 14-team FIFA ASEAN Cup
Hong Kong: An inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup will take place later this month featuring 14 teams with matches played in Indonesia and Hong Kong, organisers said on Thursday. The 11 members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and three guest sides -- Hong Kong, Pakistan and Bangladesh --»»»
Veteran diplomat Asim Iftikhar set to steer Pakistan’s foreign policy
UN envoy brings three decades of diplomatic experience to key Foreign Office post Dubai: Pakistan has appointed its Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, as the country’s next Foreign Secretary, bringing an experienced multilateral diplomat to one of the mo»»»
From space to Everest, meet the Emirati women turning ambition into real-world impact.
From space to Everest, meet the Emirati women turning ambition into real-world impact Some dreams begin with a childhood fascination with the stars. Others begin with a desire to climb a mountain, solve a problem or simply see what happens when you say yes to an opportunity. For these five Emirati »»»
UAE President welcomed by German President at Villa Borsig in Berlin
Sheikh Mohamed was then introduced to a number of German ministers and senior officials Berlin: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan was welcomed today at Villa Borsig in Berlin by Frank-Walter Steinmeier, President of the Federal Republic of Germany, as part of His Highnes»»»
Media Review: September 10
HEADLINES Judicial appointments and the presidential election feature prominently in the supplied coverage. Capital, bTV and Bulgarian National Television (BNT) examine nominations for the Supreme Judicial Council and the prospects for choosing a new prosecutor general. Telegraph, BNT and Nova TV f»»»
Ecuador court sentences ex-president Bucaram in corruption case
Quito: Ecuador's judiciary sentenced former president Abdala Bucaram and his son Jacobo to nine years and four months in prison on Wednesday in a corruption case linked to the sale of medical supplies during the coronavirus pandemic. Bucaram, who was removed from office in 1997, heard the decision »»»
Temirlan Sultanbekov asks president for open trial in unrest case - | 24.KG
Temirlan Sultanbekov, who is standing trial in a criminal case on an alleged attempt to seize power by force, has written an open letter to President Sadyr Japarov. He is asking the president to ensure that the trial is held publicly. The defendant noted that he had spent one year and 10 months und»»»
Justice Minister Expects New Supreme Judicial Council by mid-November, Prosecutor General by Spring 2027
The new Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) should be elected by mid-November, and a prosecutor general should be appointed by early spring 2027, Justice Minister Nikolay Naydenov said on Bulgarian National Television on Thursday. "By mid-November, the new SJC members should be elected from both quotas »»»
How a former BAPS temple worker in the US got his freedom, but still seeks justice
The Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) Hindu sect at the heart of the Eiffel Tower strike made headlines in France during the inauguration of its latest temple near Paris. In the US, BAPS came under the spotlight when Indian stone workers were rescued from a temple con»»»
Qatar U-23 step up Asian Games preparations
Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s Under-23 national football team is stepping up preparations for their Asian Games campaign, with coach Jose Angel Lacunza also using domestic competition to give his young players valuable match experience. Qatar will open their Asian Games campaign against Republic of Korea on»»»
Qatar fencers eye first Asian Games medal at Aichi-Nagoya
Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s fencing team is heading to the 20th Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, with a clear goal: win the country’s first-ever medal in the sport at the Games. The event runs from September 19 to October 4. Nine fencers will represent Qatar: Ali Turki Awida, Khalid Arif Hussein, Abdul»»»
Al Sadd eye fourth straight win; Al Shamal meet Al Wakrah
Doha, Qatar: Defending champions Al Sadd will look to maintain their perfect start to the Qatar Stars League when they face bottom side Al Sailiya at Lusail Stadium today, with another busy spell awaiting them after the league fixture. Al Sadd have collected nine points from their opening three mat»»»
UN session pays tribute to Father Amir Sheikh Hamad’s legacy
Doha, Qatar: A solemn United Nations session has paid rich tribute to the memory and enduring legacy of late Father Amir H H Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani, highlighting his role in transforming Qatar into a modern state and strengthening its position as a leading international partner in diplom»»»
Fallen speaker: High-flying Martin Romualdez ordered to Payatas Jail over ₱7.4B plunder scandal
Ex-Speaker Romualdez faces non-bailable ₱7.4b plunder case, jail transfer looming MANILA: An anti-graft court on Thursday (Sept. 10, 2026) ordered the formal "commitment" of former House Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez to a regular detention facility in Quezon City. This strips the high-profile »»»
Brazil Supreme Court chief suspends rival rulings amid election row
Brazil's Supreme Court chief justice stepped in Wednesday to halt conflicting rulings by two fellow judges as a dispute over alleged links between Justice Alexandre de Moraes and a fraud-accused banker deepened. The clash has spilled into the campaign for next month's presidential election, adding »»»
Philippines: Bank-record battle over Duterte-linked ₱6.77-billion 'unexplained wealth' begins
EXPLAINER15 Duterte-Carpio accounts 'matched' AMLC records as 1,800 records enter impeachment trial MANILA: House prosecutors said that an initial cross-check found that 15 bank accounts linked to Vice President Sara Duterte and her husband, Manases Carpio, matched information provided by the Anti-»»»
Israeli tourists must behave themselves, Thailand warns
Israel must do more to explain to its nationals how they are expected to behave in Thailand, according to remarks by Bangkok’s foreign minister, Sihasak Phuangketkeow. Sihasak, who also serves as deputy prime minister, met Israeli Ambassador Alona Fisher-Kamm on Tuesday following a series of scanda»»»
US says it helped crack Madagascar online scam centres
New US cybercrime unit aids crackdown on global crypto fraud rings US judicial authorities said Wednesday they played a key role in smashing online scam centres in Madagascar that were operated by citizens of China. Late last year the US Justice Department created a unit tasked with fighting online»»»
Court permits Ermek Sabyrzhanov, detained in Turkey, to return to Kyrgyzstan - | 24.KG
A court hearing took place on September 9 in Turkey regarding the criminal case against Kyrgyz citizen Ermek Sabyrzhanov, who had been detained in the country. He was released directly in the courtroom. The hearing was held in the city of Izmir, and he was granted permission to return to his home c»»»
Iran strikes ships, expands no-go zone outside Hormuz strait
Iran widens maritime ‘prohibited zone’ as clash with US sends oil above $100 Iran said it attacked more than a dozen vessels trying to pass through the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, as it announced an expansion of a "no-go" zone outside the strategic waterway it has blockaded for months. The fresh»»»
Dubai Opera at 10: Lara Ewing on Trevor Noah, world premieres and its shape-shifting stage
Head of Dubai Opera on how she keeps Dubai’s most adaptable stage magical after a decade Dubai: "Our calendar for the 2026–2027 season is looking pretty full!” That’s Lara Ewing with a bright, proud smile as the UAE's iconic cultural landmark Dubai Opera prepares to celebrate its 10th year of exist»»»
UN session pays tribute to Father Amir Sheikh Hamad’s legacy
Doha: A solemn United Nations session has paid rich tribute to the memory and enduring legacy of late Father Amir H H Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani, highlighting his role in transforming Qatar into a modern state and strengthening its position as a leading international partner in diplomacy, me»»»
Truth or Fake - Trump claims firefighters carried him to safety ‘right after’ 9/11, but his account is disputed
As the 25th anniversary of 9/11 approaches, Donald Trump has lashed out at the press over coverage questioning where he was. This week, he said two firefighters carried him to safety near the US Steel Building right after the attacks, though he later said that he wasn’t at the World Trade Cent»»»
Guyana envoy hosts event to mark 60th Independence Anniversary
Ashraf Siddiqui Doha Guyana and Qatar are steadily transforming their friendly relations into a broader partnership built on mutual respect, economic cooperation and shared opportunities, Ambassador of Guyana to Qatar, HE Sarfraaz Ahmad Shahdood, said. He was addressing at a gala reception hosted b»»»
Qatar Airways accommodated 16,400 stranded passengers during airspace closure: COO
QNA Doha Chief Operating Officer of Qatar Airways Abdullah Ali affirmed that the accumulated expertise and lessons learned from managing crises and major events, such as the COVID-19 pandemic and the 2022 FIFA World Cup, formed the core foundation that enabled the carrier to efficiently and adeptly»»»
16,000 stranded passengers successfully accommodated during airspace closures: Qatar Airways COO
Doha: Chief Operating Officer of Qatar Airways Abdullah Ali affirmed that the accumulated expertise and lessons learned from managing crises and major events, such as the COVID-19 pandemic and the 2022 FIFA World Cup, formed the core foundation that enabled the carrier to efficiently and adeptly co»»»
16,000 stranded passengers successfully accommodated during airspace closures: Qatar Airways COO
DOHA: Chief Operating Officer of Qatar Airways Abdullah Ali affirmed that the accumulated expertise and lessons learned from managing crises and major events, such as the COVID-19 pandemic and the 2022 FIFA World Cup, formed the core foundation that enabled the carrier to efficiently and adeptly co»»»
Orlen could take major PGZ stake
Poland is considering a major ownership restructuring of state defense group PGZ, with other state-controlled companies potentially acquiring as much as 45 percent of its shares. State Assets Minister Wojciech Balczun confirmed that changes are being considered for next year, while Orlen has been i»»»
Polish central bank keeps rates unchanged
Poland’s Monetary Policy Council left interest rates unchanged in September, keeping the National Bank of Poland reference rate at 3.75 percent. The decision marked the sixth consecutive meeting in 2026 without a rate change. The reference rate has remained at that level since a 25-basis-point cut »»»
Polish companies plan stronger fourth-quarter hiring
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Polish bank assets reach PLN 2.48 trillion
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Moldovan Foreign Minister Visits Sofia to Discuss Moldova's EU Accession, Bulgarian Community in Taraclia
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Moldova Mihai Popsoi paid an official visit to Sofia on Wednesday at the invitation of his Bulgarian counterpart Velislava Petrova, the Bulgarian Foreign Ministry said. During his visit, Popsoi conferred with Petrova, followed»»»
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Top Diplomats of Bulgaria, Moldova, Discuss European Integration, Bulgarian Minority
Moldova’s European integration, support for the country’s Bulgarian national minority and the development of the Taraclia region were among the main topics discussed by Bulgaria's Foreign Minister, Velislava Petrova, and her visiting Moldovan counterpart, Mihai Popsoi, the Foreign Ministry said Wed»»»
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Visiting Moldovan Foreign Minister Meets with Deputy PM in Sofia
Deputy Prime Minister Ivo Hristov conferred with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Moldova Mihai Popsoi on Wednesday, the government press office said. The talks focused on advancing bilateral relations, Moldova’s European integration, and issues related to the Taraclia regio»»»
Joint Statement by Ministers of Foreign Affairs of the UAE, Egypt, Qatar, Jordan, Indonesia, Pakistan, Türkiye and Saudi Arabia
UAE, Arab and Muslim allies hail UK ban on goods from illegal settlements The Ministers of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates, the Republic of Türkiye, the Arab Republic of Egypt, the Republic of Indonesia, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, State of Qatar, »»»
Rubio hails Colombia's new pro-Trump leader De la Espriella on first stop of Latin American tour
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio pledged closer security cooperation with Bogota on the first stop of his three-nation tour of pro-Washington Latin American nations. Rubio hailed the election of Colombian President Abelardo De La Espriella as part of a growing alignment with US interests acro»»»
The Dallas gamble: why Republicans are nationalising local elections
US President Donald Trump will take the stage at the American Airlines Centre in Dallas today, less than two months before the crucial midterm elections. His appearance will be more than another partisan gathering with familiar campaign rituals. Behind the glitz and glamour, the Republican Party wi»»»
Hungary loses another EU Court case over frozen Russian assets and Ukraine aid
The EU General Court has dismissed Hungary’s legal challenge against a decision to use extraordinary revenues from frozen Russian state assets to support Ukraine’s armed forces. However, the court did not rule that Hungary’s legal arguments were unfounded: it said it had no jurisdiction to review t»»»
Hyperfy modernizes the BNR’s centralized security infrastructure in a RON 12 million project
Hyperfy, through Global Operation Center, a company in its portfolio, a Romanian company specializing in the development and integration of advanced security, automation and Artificial Intelligence solutions, announces that it has won a contract to implement a Centralized Security System for the Na»»»
Moldova Assures Bulgaria Over Taraclia’s Future
Moldova has preserved the Taraclia region as a separate administrative-territorial unit and transformed it into a municipality, Bulgarian Foreign Minister Velislava Petrova said following talks with Moldovan Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mihai Popsoi in Sofia. The Taraclia region is ho»»»
Serbia's Vucic calls snap elections after nearly two years of protests
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic on Wednesday called snap parliamentary elections for October 25. They are expected to be a key test of his right-wing populist Serbian Progressive Party after nearly two years of student-led anti-corruption protests. Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic on Wedn»»»
8 Arab, Islamic countries welcome UK decision to ban imports from illegal Israeli settlements in occupied Palestine
DOHA: The Ministers of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar, the Republic of Türkiye, the Arab Republic of Egypt, the Republic of Indonesia, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates welcomed the decision of the Gove»»»
Bulgaria's President, Moldova's Foreign Minister Discuss Moldova's EU Accession, Bulgarian Community
President Iliana Iotova met on Wednesday with Moldova's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mihai Popsoi to discuss bilateral relations, support for the Bulgarian community in Moldova and the country’s European integration, the President’s press secretariat said. Iotova reaffirmed Bulgaria’s»»»
Kozarev meets with official of Singaporean MFA
SINGAPORE - Singapore's participation in Specialised EXPO 2027 Belgrade was confirmed at a meeting between Secretary General of the Serbian Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dusan Kozarev and Director-General for Europe at Singapore's Ministry of Foreign Affairs Low Hon Mun. Kozarev thanked the Singapore»»»