Saudi Arabia’s mental health community unites amid regional tensions
RIYADH: Mental health professionals across Saudi Arabia are encouraging people to prioritize emotional well-being, support one another and seek professional help when needed, as the Kingdom responds to recent attacks with a renewed sense of unity. Experts have used social media and public platforms»»»
Iran summons German ambassador in tit-for-tat move over accusations of assassination plots
TEHRAN: Iran’s foreign ministry on Monday summoned Germany’s ambassador to Tehran, accusing Berlin of levelling “baseless political allegations” against the Islamic republic. The move to summon ambassador Axel Dittmann was in retaliation for Germany’s own decision to summon the Iranian ambassador o»»»
Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil asks US Supreme Court to hear case seeking to avoid re-arrest
WASHINGTON: Columbia University graduate Mahmoud Khalil on Monday asked the US Supreme Court to overturn a ruling that opened the door for President Donald Trump’s administration to re-arrest and deport the Palestinian activist. Khalil’s lawyers asked the justices to take up his case after the Phil»»»
Qatar, France: historic ties and growing strategic partnership
Doha: In a move that reflects the strength and solidity of the historical ties and the close, growing strategic partnership between the two friendly nations, HE President of the French Republic Emmanuel Macron will arrive for an official visit to the State of Qatar, as announced in a statement by t»»»
Failure? Bulgarian Authorities Face Questions After Two Starlink Arson Suspects Flee the Country
Two suspects accused of setting fire to 11 Starlink antennas at a secured site near Sofia have left Bulgaria, and their whereabouts are unknown, according to reports citing the investigation, as prosecutors seek European Arrest Warrants for them. The two men, aged 20 and 21, hold German passports b»»»
Bulgarian Court Approves Arrest Warrants in Starlink Antenna Arson Case
Bulgaria’s Sofia City Court has authorized European Arrest Warrants for two German nationals suspected of setting fire to Starlink antennas at the Teleport Plana facility near Sofia, BNT reported, as the suspects have left the country and their current whereabouts remain unknown. The two men, Tirpa»»»
UAE and French Presidents discuss cooperation and regional developments
The two leaders discussed the strategic ties between the two countries Abu Dhabi: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and French President Emmanuel Macron discussed the strategic ties between the two countries and ways to broaden their scope, particularly in the fields of »»»
InPost extends shipments to Czech Republic and Slovakia
InPost now lets Polish online retailers ship orders to pickup points in the Czech Republic and Slovakia through Packeta Group, without building a new integration. Merchants need only update their Global API connection, and courier delivery is also available. Shipments go to Z-BOX parcel lockers and»»»
Fewer cars come from Polish factories
Poland produced just 101,000 passenger cars with combustion engines in 2025, down 53% y/y and the lowest output since the early 1970s. Rising production costs and Chinese competition, with Chinese vehicles reportedly 30% cheaper, are pressuring an automotive sector that contributes about 8% of GDP »»»
Lucic: I am still banned from entering Kosovo-Metohija, I have filed lawsuit
BELGRADE - Telekom Srbija CEO VladimIr Lucic said on Monday he was still banned from entering Kosovo-Metohija and noted that a decision to impose the ban, made by the interim Pristina authorities in August, was completely unlawful. "The decision is completely unlawful for eight legal reasons, but t»»»
Tajikistan, US Discuss Regional Security, Stability in Central Asia - State Media
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Tajikistan's Foreign Minister Sirojiddin Muhriddin and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio have discussed regional security and stability, Tajik state news agency Khovar reported on Monday. The sides also discussed the current state and future prospects of cooperation in trade, eco»»»
Fewer and fewer cars come from Polish factories
Poland produced just 101,000 passenger cars with combustion engines in 2025, down 53% y/y and the lowest output since the early 1970s. Rising production costs and Chinese competition, with Chinese vehicles reportedly 30% cheaper, are pressuring an automotive sector that contributes about 8% of GDP »»»
Péter Magyar announces huge housing, food price cap scrap and road spending reforms
Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar has announced a series of economic measures, including a new housing support scheme to replace the Otthon Start programme, expanded funding for affordable rental homes and student accommodation, the gradual removal of food price margin caps and a HUF 100 billio»»»
Iran says US responsible for ‘insecurity’ in Hormuz strait
TEHRAN: Iran’s top diplomat on Monday accused the United States of being responsible for the “insecurity” in the Strait of Hormuz, which has been at the heart of the conflict between the foes. “The war imposed by the United States and the Zionist regime (Israel), combined with the economic blockade»»»
France’s prime minister calls for localised curfews in cities to curb rioting and looting
Lecornu defends the work of police officers faced with violent groups of people Paris: French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu says he has instructed prefects, the government’s regional representatives, to impose “very limited” and “localised” curfews to prevent more rioting and looting, following »»»
No: 201, 19 October 2026, Regarding the Fourth Meeting of the Ministers of Foreign Affairs, Justice, and Interior of Türkiye and Belgium
H.E. Hakan Fidan, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Türkiye, will visit Brussels on 19-21 October 2026 to participate in the Fourth Meeting of the Ministers of Foreign Affairs, Justice, and Interior of Türkiye and Belgium, together with H.E. Akın Gürlek, Minister of Justice, and H.E. M»»»
Marco Rubio visits India this week, with a trip to the world's largest oil refinery topping the agenda
PoliticsIndiaIndia's Russian oil in focus as Rubio visits major Reliance refinery Murali Krishnan in New DelhiA visit to India this week by Washington's top diplomat will skip New Delhi and instead include the world's largest oil refinery, which processes massive amounts of Russian crude. Is Trump »»»
Two Germans Charged over Starlink Antenna Arson in Bulgaria, Court Authorises European Arrest Warrants
The Sofia City Court Monday authorized the issue of European Arrest Warrants (EAWs) for two German nationals accused of setting fire to Starlink antennas near Sofia. The court was asked to authorize the issue of the EAWs by the Sofia City Prosecutor's Office, which is seeking their remand in custod»»»
Aoun chairs security meeting, says no leniency with security violators
President Joseph Aoun stressed during a security meeting in Baabda on Monday the necessity of “strictly enforcing laws, preventing armed appearances, confiscating weapons and ammunition, expediting investigations, and referring violators to the competent judiciary to take the necessary action.” He »»»
Philippines reaffirms solidarity with Saudi Arabia in wake of Houthi attacks
MANILA: The Philippine government reaffirmed on Monday its solidarity with Saudi Arabia in the wake of Houthi attacks, as it brought home dozens of nationals affected by the recent strikes on the Kingdom. Filipinos were among more than 300 people injured on Oct. 10 — the deadliest in a recent serie»»»
Sheikh Abdullah discusses regional stability with Saudi foreign minister
A phone call addressed regional security and ties after high-level talks held in Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, discussed regional developments and efforts to maintain security and stability during a phone call with S»»»
UAE President receives French President upon his arrival on official visit to the UAE
An official reception ceremony was held for Macron upon his arrival at the airport Abu Dhabi: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Monday received French President His Excellency Emmanuel Macron, who arrived in the UAE on an official visit. An official reception ceremony»»»
Marco Rubio visits India this week, with a trip to the world's largest oil refinery topping the agenda
PoliticsIndiaIndia's Russian oil in focus as Rubio visits major Reliance refinery Murali Krishnan in New DelhiA visit to India this week by Washington's top diplomat will skip New Delhi and instead include the world's largest oil refinery, which processes massive amounts of Russian crude. Is Trump »»»
Report: only 31% of Polish companies invest in innovation
Polish companies prioritize market-share growth (40%) and cost cutting (36%) over innovation (31%), according to Ayming’s 2027 International Innovation Barometer. Forty percent lack an innovation strategy, versus 32% of firms in other surveyed countries, while 37% say unstable R&D budgets hinder in»»»
Germany summons Iran envoy over ‘malicious’ assassination plots
Berlin: Germany on Monday summoned the Iranian ambassador after two men were jailed last week over what it called a “malicious” plot to assassinate pro-Israeli public figures on behalf of Tehran. A Hamburg court on Thursday convicted a Danish national and an Afghan national for planning to target t»»»
Democratic Bulgaria MP Mirchev Demands Answers from PM Radev over Starlink Antenna Arson Suspects
Yes, Bulgaria Co-chair and Democratic Bulgaria MP Ivaylo Mirchev questioned when those accused of setting fire to Starlink antennas left Bulgaria and when the security services learned what Prime Minister Radev knew, following his promise that results would be delivered soon, the party’s press offi»»»
Republicans Overseas Warns Albania Chapter Against Using Organization for Personal Political Agenda
Republicans Overseas, the organization representing Republican voters living abroad, has issued a statement warning that its country chapters may not use the organization’s name, titles or logos to pursue personal projects, individual political grievances or independent media campaigns. The stateme»»»
Kenyan cult leader faces verdict over 191 starvation deaths
Self-proclaimed pastor Mackenzie and associates pleaded not guilty in 2024 Mombasa: A Mombasa court will deliver a long-awaited verdict on Monday in the trial of a self-proclaimed Kenyan preacher and his associates, accused of murdering 191 people, mostly children, in an infamous starvation cult. H»»»
Shocking video shows young people travelling on top of Budapest metro train
A shocking video showing two masked young people riding on top of a moving metro train in Budapest has circulated on social media, prompting a police investigation. The pair can be seen running between carriages as the train travels along Metro Line 2, in an illegal stunt that could easily have end»»»
Rubio is in Uzbekistan to promote US ties and trade with Central Asia
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio was in Uzbekistan on Monday to promote trade and ties with Central Asia, during a trip that came amid rumblings that America's top diplomat is ignoring pressing matters in favor of politically safer visits and meetings. The trip, which involves a stop in India la»»»
Presidential Candidate Iliana Yotova: The Status Quo
Iliana Yotova will walk into a polling station on October 25 as the only candidate who already holds the job everyone else is competing for. She became Bulgaria's head of state on January 23, 2026, after Rumen Radev gave up the presidency to found Progressive Bulgaria and run for parliament, which »»»
Prosecution Service Is Seeking European Arrest Warrant for Suspected Perpetrators in Starlink Antenna Fire
Sofia City Court said it will consider later on Monday a request by the prosecution service to issue a European arrest warrant for two individuals charged with setting ablaze Starlink antennas near Sofia earlier in October. It means that the two perpetrators have left the country. The burning of th»»»
Bulgaria Seeks European Arrest Warrants Over Starlink Antenna FireOpinions
The Sofia City Court is due to consider a prosecution request for European Arrest Warrants for two people suspected of setting fire to 11 antennas used to communicate with the Starlink satellite system on the evening of October 9, the court said. The incident was first made public a week ago by Iva»»»
14-Year-Old Stabs Classmate During Fight at Karnobat SchoolOpinions
A 14-year-old student stabbed a classmate in the back during a fight at the Vocational High School of Agriculture in Karnobat this morning, BNT reported, adding that the injured boy’s life was not in danger. The two teenagers are classmates. Preliminary information indicates that tensions developed»»»
2026-2027 Armed Forces Futsal Championship comes to a close
Doha: The 2026-2027 Armed Forces Futsal Championship, organized by the Military Sports Federation with the participation of 12 teams representing various Armed Forces units, has wrapped up with the Federation's President, Maj. Gen. Dr. Yousef Desmal Al Kuwari, in attendance. The tournament featured»»»
Houthis strike Yemen govt camp, killing at least 20 fighters
Iranian-backed Houthi rebels struck a military camp for government forces in southern Yemen on Monday, killing at least 20 soldiers, Yemeni military officials said, in one of the deadliest attacks in the recent surge in fighting. The rebels fired ballistic missiles on the al-Alam military camp in t»»»
Autonomy doesn’t mean a lack of management
Some managers call it autonomy when they simply stop managing. Although nobody likes micromanagement, its opposite, a lack of oversight, can be just as big a problem. Freedom of action without clear direction doesn’t empower employees, it confuses them. But how can effective management coexist with»»»
Situation in Kosovo-Metohija stable but challenges persist - UNMIK report
NEW YORK - The overall security situation in Kosovo-Metohija has remained stable but an institutional deadlock persisted, progress on implementation of the Brussels Agreement has remained limited and tensions between the Pristina authorities and local self-government authorities have been heightene»»»
Voices:Business Above Principles: Saudi Arabia and the West’...
By Mohamad Hammoud Washington’s partnership with Riyadh exposes how economic interests and strategic alliances shape the enforcement of human rights. When Principles Meet Power Washington condemns executions in Iran, denounces Russian attacks on civilians, and portrays human rights as universal pri»»»
France Faces One of Its Deepest Crises as Violent Unrest Spreads to Italy and Albania - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe France Faces One of Its Deepest Crises as Violent Unrest Spreads to Italy and Albania 19-10-2026 14:21 PM Protesters, including students fr»»»
Dubai boutique owner's viral plea after son’s car kills three in Kerala crash
Mum of accused, 19, offers to support victims’ families amid public anger, seeks privacy Dubai: Nooha Sajeev, an Indian businesswoman whose boutique has branches in Dubai and Sharjah, has appealed for privacy for her family in a viral video. It was posted on Sunday, a week after her 19-year-old son»»»
French opposition blames Macron for nationwide riots
French opposition leaders have blamed President Emmanuel Macron and his government’s policies for the wave of violent unrest sweeping the country. The latest round of demonstrations by students and public sector workers over the high cost of living and deteriorating public services descended into r»»»
Media Review: October 19
POLITICS Trud features an interview with political scientist Stoycho Stoychev, who predicts that incumbent President Iliana Iotova has an 80% chance of winning a run-off against Andrey Gurov, with a second round almost certain. Stoychev says Gurov and his running mate, Georgi Kandev, have already m»»»
International News:Lavrov to Visit Tehran for 1st Time Since...
By Staff, Agencies Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov is set to arrive in Tehran on Monday for talks with his Iranian counterpart, Abbas Araghchi, as Moscow steps up diplomatic efforts to ease tensions surrounding Iran. According to Russia’s RIA Novosti news agency, the two foreign ministers wi»»»
Djokovic slips to 12th place in ATP rankings, Sinner retains top spot
BELGRADE - Serbia's top-ranked tennis player Novak Djokovic slipped by four positions in the latest ATP rankings and occupies the 12th position with 3,000 points, while Italian Jannik Sinner retained the number one spot with 10,950 points. Alexander Zverev is in second place with 10,070 points and »»»
U.S. debt interest tops $1 trillion as deficit nears $2 trillion
Washington, Oct. 19 (SANA) Net interest costs on U.S. government debt exceeded $1 trillion in fiscal 2026, while the federal budget deficit approached $2 trillion, underscoring the growing strain of borrowing costs and government spending on the country’s public finances. Net interest costs reached»»»
Israeli police arrest 10 following weekend attacks by settlers on journalist and diplomats
Israeli police said they arrested 10 people on Monday in connection with a wave of settler violence that included attacks on a foreign journalist and European diplomats in the occupied West Bank over the weekend. Israel had come under heavy international criticism for the attacks. Israeli police di»»»
RTPR advises ENGIE Romania on sale of ENGIE Building Solutions S.R.L. to BMF Grup
Following approval by the Romanian Competition Council, the transaction undertaken as part of ENGIE’s strategic portfolio refocusing was completed on 15 October 2026. ENGIE continues to expand its activities in Romania, while BMF GRUP has become the new owner of ENGIE Building Solutions. “The sale »»»
Louvre's $100 million crown jewels still missing one year after daring heist
A year after thieves stole $100 million worth of crown jewels from Paris's Louvre Museum, four suspects remain jailed awaiting trial, but the treasures are still missing. The October 19 heist saw theives disguised as workers steal eigt historic items, including jewellery belonging to Empress Eugeni»»»
International News:Iran’s Araghchi to Macron: You Can’t Esca...
By Staff, Agencies Iran’s foreign minister Abbas Araghchi has criticized French President Emmanuel Macron for supporting US policy toward Iran, saying he cannot shift the blame for France’s massive wave of protests to a war on Iran that he helped bring about. In a post on X on Monday, Araghchi said»»»