Sharjah Book Fair 2026: Police step up traffic, security measures ahead of opening
Patrols to monitor surrounding roads as officers manage crowds inside the venue Sharjah: Sharjah Police are stepping up security and traffic arrangements ahead of the Sharjah International Book Fair which will be inaugurated tomorrow Wednesday November 4 , with police patrols to be deployed on surr»»»
Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan raises UAE flag, celebrating solidarity and progress
UAE Flag Day Celebrated with Solidarity and Progress at Wahat Al Karama Abu Dhabi: His Highness Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes’ Affairs, raised the UAE flag at Wahat Al Karama on Tuesday to mark UAE Flag Day»»»
US Approves Draft Agreement With Iran Presented by Qatari Mediators - Reports
DOHA (Sputnik) - The United States approved the draft agreement with Iran presented by Qatari mediators, the London-based pan-Arab newspaper Al Arabi Al Jadeed reported, citing sources from the negotiating delegations. The US has agreed to the draft memorandum of understanding that the Qatari deleg»»»
Democrat Win Unlikely to Sway India Ties, but Could Spur More Active US Foreign Policy
A potential Democratic victory would do little to change US strategic priorities toward India, Robinder Sachdev, geopolitical and economic diplomacy analyst and founder president of The Imagindia Institute, tells Sputnik. “Both parties see India as central to balancing China, and the Quad and defen»»»
Control Over Senate More Important for US Admin. Due to Its Foreign Policy Role - Expert
WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - Сontrol over the Senate is more important for the administration of US President Donald Trump than controlling the House of Representatives, since the Senate plays a key role in foreign policy, Professor at Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs Robe»»»
Business - Despite attacks, Saudi Aramco posts 34% rise in net profits in latest quarter
Saudi Arabia's state-owned oil giant saw its profits rise to $36.25 billion in the third quarter, despite seeing its infrastructure and even headquarters targeted by Houthi rebels. Elevated oil prices have offset the supply disruption caused by the Iran war. Also in this edition: North Korea denies»»»
NASAMS sensors to be deployed along Norway’s border with Russia
According to the Norwegian Armed Forces, the sensors will be able to detect and alert about stray drones. A new special unit is being established at the Ranger Battalion GSV in Kirkenes, northern Norway, in order to strengthen air surveillance along the border with Russia. The unit will operate NAS»»»
'Abducting ministers and attacking army': Has Hezbollah plotted armed takeover?
Hezbollah held a “security meeting” in the southern suburbs of Beirut on the night of October 21, hours prior to a cabinet session that was held the next day, mapping out a scenario for action should the government approve referring the Dahr al-Baidar explosives case to the Judicial Council, the Ni»»»
World's busiest international airport: Dubai retains top spot in November
Airlines have scheduled 4.47 million departing international seats at Dubai this November Dubai: Dubai International Airport has retained its position as the world's busiest airport for scheduled international seat capacity in November, with airlines offering 4.47 million departing seats, equivalen»»»
Red Cross chief urges international law respect amid rampant abuses
GENEVA: The International Committee of the Red Cross was hosting on Tuesday representatives from over 100 countries in Geneva for discussions on bolstering respect for international law at a time of rampant abuses. The issue is pressing, ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric told the gathering, warning »»»
ADIPEC President says why the future requires every available energy source
Global partnerships are vital to meeting rising energy needs and reducing emissions Abu Dhabi: The future of energy cannot depend on a single solution. It must draw on every available resource to meet the growing global demand while moving towards a cleaner and more sustainable world, according to »»»
Paunovic announces Serbia squad for remaining Nations League games, Mitrovic and Vlahovic return
BELGRADE - The head coach of the Serbia men's national football team Veljko Paunovic announced on Tuesday his squad list for the remaining UEFA Nations League Group A2 games against Germany and Greece, which includes strikers Aleksandar Mitrovic and Dusan Vlahovic, who have returned to the fold aft»»»
White House Announces US First Lady to Host Russian, Ukrainian Officials
WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - US First Lady Melania Trump will host Russian and Ukrainian officials on November 5 for an event on the humanitarian mission in Aleshki, the White House said on Tuesday. "First Lady Melania Trump will personally bring representatives of Russia and Ukraine ... together at the »»»
Final Composition of Russian Delegation For Talks to Be Approved by Putin Later - Kremlin
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The final composition of the Russian delegation for the talks in Abu Dhabi will be approved by Russian President Vladimir Putin later, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Tuesday. "There will be representatives from various agencies, including the Foreign Ministry. [Russian p»»»
Russia's Political Opponents Try to Reduce Its Strategic Potential - Putin
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russia's political opponents have attempted to reduce its strategic potential and dismember it, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Tuesday. "All our geopolitical adversaries, opponents, at different times in different ways, once enemies, but all of them have practically att»»»
Qatar’s mediation efforts continue as US, Iran review Doha proposals
DOHA Qatar’s mediation efforts to ease tensions between the United States and Iran are continuing, with both sides reviewing ideas and proposals presented by Doha, Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari said at the»»»
GERB Warns Higher Electricity Bills Will Push Up Retail Prices in Bulgaria
Opposition party GERB has proposed full state compensation for business electricity costs above EUR 92 per megawatt-hour, with monthly payments, MPs Zhecho Stankov and Temenuzhka Petkova announced at a press conference in the National Assembly. The parliamentary group has already submitted a draft »»»
Bulgarian Interior Minister Challenges Audit Office Decision on Peevski's Flights
Interior Minister Ivan Demerdzhiev has accused the National Audit Office of evading its responsibilities over an investigation into undeclared private flights by Movement for Rights and Freedoms (DPS) leader Delyan Peevski, saying state institutions must not protect him or anyone else. Demerdzhiev »»»
Protests Loom as Opposition Warns Government Plans to Divert Second-Pension Funds to Cover Deficit
Bulgaria's government is reportedly considering redirecting part of the contributions earmarked for the second pension pillar to the state social security system to help cover the budget deficit, prompting warnings from opposition politicians Asen Vassilev and Bozhidar Bozhanov, who have accused th»»»
Inspections at Sofia Airport Find No Explosives on Two Aircraft after Bomb Threats
Bomb threats targeting various institutions, as well as an aircraft linked to Sofia Airport, were received on Tuesday. The aircraft has landed at Sofia Airport and is being inspected by officers of the Specialized Counter-Terrorism Unit for possible explosive devices, acting Interior Ministry Secre»»»
18 Civil Society Organizations and Initiatives Featured in Sixth Edition of My Awakeners Exhibition
In its sixth edition, the My Awakeners photo exhibition organized by Fantastico Group, which opened on Tuesday, showcases 18 civil society organizations and initiatives. Due to the rainy weather in Sofia, the opening ceremony was held for the first time at the Peroto Literary Club in the National P»»»
Over 150 kilograms of non-compliant tobacco products seized during inspection campaign
Doha, Qatar: In cooperation with the competent authorities, more than 150 kilograms of non-compliant tobacco products were seized and confiscated during an inspection campaign targeting several commercial establishments. The campaign formed part of efforts to combat illicit trade in excise goods an»»»
Middle East War: 10 things UAE residents need to know tonight, November 3
Trump confirms Iran strike, announces end to Israel aid as Saudi intercepts drone Dubai: US President Donald Trump has confirmed an American strike on Iran, describing it as a minor attack on an anti-aircraft facility. He also said Washington would end its annual $3.8 billion security assistance to»»»
Trump Calls Night Strike on Iran 'Minor Attack', Not War
WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that the strikes the United States carried out over the night against Iran were not war, but a minor attack. On Iran "They have no anti-aircraft, we took some out last night. It's just a minor attack. It wasn't war," Trump told Fox Ne»»»
Trump says US cutting $3.8 billion annual security assistance to Israel
President Donald Trump says the U.S. will stop providing $4 billion in aid each year to Israel in 2027 but will sell arms to its closest ally in the Middle East. The Republican president told Fox News Channel during a phone call on Tuesday that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had approach»»»
Al Sadd's Claudio Leonel handed six-match ban and QR1 mn fine over misconduct
DOHA The Qatar Football Association's Disciplinary Committee has issued a series of suspensions, financial penalties, and warnings for incidents during Week 8 of the Doha Bank Stars League. The heaviest penalty went to Al Sadd player Claudio Leonel, who received a six-match suspension, a fine of QR»»»
Democratic Bulgaria Lambast Government's Budget Spending Plans
Democratic Bulgaria lambasted the government Tuesday for its budget plans. "Instead of lowering and containing the budget deficit, the power-holders are scrapping the rules that set in place control mechanisms and reduce the costs. It means that the power-holders have no intention to bring the defi»»»
Sixteen Evacuated as Flooding Hits Houses and Yards in Shabla
Heavy rainfall caused a ravine to overflow in Shabla, flooding yards and houses in the lower part of the town on Tuesday. Sixteen people who were in properties threatened by the rising water were evacuated. No one is currently in danger, but water levels remain high and the situation continues to b»»»
Syria warns of gold fraud, tightens market oversight
Damascus, Nov. 3 (SANA) Syrian authorities have identified several methods used to defraud gold buyers, including falsifying karat grades, manipulating jewelry weights and concealing other materials inside gold pieces, Musab al-Aswad, head of the General Authority for Precious Metals Management, to»»»
Orao introduces new technologies and expands into foreign markets
Bijeljina-based Orao Company, in the year marking its 82nd anniversary, keeps introducing new technologies and opening new production facilities, shows a promotional film presenting the history, development and technical achievements of the company, which specialises in the production and overhaul »»»
Yemeni Ballistic Missiles Strike Saudi Airbase and Militia Reinforcements, Drone Disrupts Abha Airport
The spokesman for the Yemeni Armed Forces Brigadier General Yahya Saree announced via Telegram several military operations against the pro-Saudi militias in al-Ara and al-Mudharaba areas as well as Al-Jawf City in addition to Abha airport and Khamis Mushait airbase. General Saree indicated that a d»»»
Iran:Iranian Security Officer Martyred in Saravan Attack Ami...
By Staff, Agencies Iran's Internal Security Forces announced on Tuesday that one of their personnel was martyred in an armed attack in Saravan, in the southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan, after gunmen opened fire on him as he was leaving his home. The forces described the incident as a »»»
Conferences in Poland trending toward festival-like atmosphere
Poland’s trade show industry is recovering and adding festival-style experiences, including humanoid robots, while keeping business networking at its core. In 2025, the country hosted 119 events, compared with a record 189 in 2019, and rented 736,000 square meters of exhibition space, close to 2019»»»
Logistics companies heavily in debt with 92% receiving late payments
Polish road freight companies have plenty of work but face worsening cash flow as clients pay late. Nearly 23,738 carriers owe a combined PLN 1.32 bln, up 2% y/y, according to the National Debt Register. Some 92% of transport firms receive payments past due, and the median value of overdue invoices»»»
Riyadh welcomes European cinema as film festival returns for fifth edition
RIYADH: The European Film Festival has returned to the Saudi capital, inviting audiences to explore stories from across the continent and experience the diversity of its movie industries. “There is a long history of European cinema, there is European expertise, we are proud of it and we are proud t»»»
Democrats' Midterm Gains May Generate ‘Bad Compromise’ on Middle East - Expert
A Democratic House majority could constrain Trump’s Middle East agenda — and control of both chambers would give the Democrats “a much stronger voice,” French political analyst Come Carpentier de Gourdon told Sputnik. However, deep divisions over Israel and the wider region make a unified policy un»»»
Trump says US cutting $3.8 billion annual security assistance to Israel
US halts 10-year security assistance agreement with Israel, says Trump US President Donald Trump said Tuesday that Washington is ending a 10-year security assistance deal with Israel that was supposed to see it send $3.8 billion to its ally annually until 2028. Trump said Israel was "fine" with him»»»
CRA launches updated Qatar Domains Registry policies to strengthen digital security and trust
DOHA The Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA) has announced the launch of the updated Qatar Domains Registry policies, which came into effect on Oct 22, alongside the launch of the new domain registry system. The policies aim to enhance the security and reliability of Qatar's national domain n»»»
Trump says US will stop $4 billion military aid to Israel at end of 2026
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump on Tuesday said he made a deal with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and that Washington would no longer be providing military aid to Israel after the end of this year. Speaking to Fox News’ Fox and Friends, Trump said Israel no longer needs it and »»»
Baghdad’s first Jewish museum opens its doors
BAGHDAD: Dozens of visitors have begun flocking to a new museum opened by Iraq’s Jewish community, the first of its kind, amid ongoing efforts by the minority to preserve its heritage. Last month, the Shamash Jewish Museum opened inside a former Jewish school that was founded in 1928 on Baghdad’s A»»»
Merz, Meloni and the EU: How political attacks on rescue charities are leaving migrants to drown
Search-and-rescue NGO efforts to conduct life-saving work in the Mediterranean face continuous derailment by European authorities hoping to stop migrants reaching EU soil – and drowning thousands in the process. Since Friedrich Merz took over as German chancellor in May 2025, all funding to nationa»»»
Emirates SkyCargo launches AI cargo service after moving 700 tonnes in July
Service targets high demand for transporting AI chips, servers, heavy computing equipment Dubai: Emirates SkyCargo has launched a dedicated air freight service for artificial intelligence infrastructure after transporting more than 700 tonnes of AI-related equipment across its global network in Jul»»»
Dubai Future Week unveils STARS summit exploring humanity's technological future
STARS summit to feature over 20 talks, 30 research showcases and 10 art installations Dubai will host the debut edition of STARS, a global summit bringing together scientists, researchers, artists and creative thinkers to explore the future of humanity through science, technology and art, as part o»»»
Israeli opposition unites behind Eisenkot as Netanyahu says voters chose him for PM
Israel's opposition is on Tuesday due to meet for the first time since last week's closely contested election in which neither Gadi Eisenkot's change bloc nor incumbent Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's right-wing alliance managed to win a majority in »»»
Syrian authorities foil Hezbollah-linked plot targeting Homs oil refinery
DAMASCUS: An attempted terror attack on Homs oil refinery was foiled on Tuesday, the Syrian Arab Republic’s General Intelligence Directorate, in cooperation with the Internal Security Forces, said on Tuesday. The plot involved a cell allegedly affiliated with Hezbollah, according to a statement fro»»»
LF to boycott cabinet until explosives case referred to Judicial Council
The ministers of the Lebanese Forces will keep boycotting cabinet sessions until the case of the Hezbollah explosives shipment gets referred to the Judicial Council, the country’s top state security court, the pro-LF Nidaa al-Watan newspaper reported on Tuesday. The four ministers of the LF had boy»»»
‘We are here to stay’: EU’s ambassador reaffirms support for Saudi Arabia
RIYADH: The EU’s ambassador to the Kingdom has reaffirmed the bloc’s support for Saudi Arabia, despite escalating Iran-backed Houthi attacks on the country. Speaking at the launch of the European Film Festival in Riyadh on Monday, Christophe Farnaud said: “We said it at the top political level; we »»»
Finance Ministry to complete 2nd and 3rd phases of project to digitise customs procedures in 2027
Tunis, Nov.3(TAP) - The Finance Ministry plans to complete the second and third phases of the project to digitise customs procedures during 2027, as part of the development of the customs IT system and the simplification of procedures relating to...»»»
Focus - US midterm elections: Food stamp crisis a key campaign issue in Arizona
Arizona, a battleground state in the US midterm elections, is at the centre of a sweeping overhaul of America's social safety net. Since US President Donald Trump's tax and spending law passed last year, about half of the state's food stamp recipients have lost their benefits – the steepest dr»»»
US midterms live: East coast polling stations open for pivotal election
US voters head to the polls Tuesday for Midterm Election Day. Democrats are widely projected to retake control of the House, though control of the Senate remains up in the air. They will need to gain three seats in the House and four in the Senate to overtake the Republican majority. Losing either »»»