Mines, disguised bombs threaten civilians fleeing Yemen’s front lines, says HALO
LONDON: Explosive devices hidden beneath soil, tucked inside roadside bags or disguised as rocks, bricks and thermos flasks pose a growing threat to civilians fleeing intensifying fighting in Yemen, the HALO Trust warned on Monday. Shifting front lines are forcing people onto unfamiliar routes as r»»»
Poland’s constitutional crisis: The economic pressures behind the power struggle
This weekend, a conflict flared up with renewed intensity between Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, who leads his country’s governing coalition, and his opponent, President Karol Nawrocki, a supporter of the Law and Justice (PiS) party. The presence of police equipment and a significant deployment»»»
Iran engages US in 'intensive' negotiations to avert fresh war outbreak
Tehran on Monday said that the country was holding "intensive" indirect talks with Washington to avoid a fresh round of US attacks on Iran ahead of the US midterm elections this week. Foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei shared Iranian plans to reopen blockaded energy corridor, the St»»»
What changes if Democrats win a majority in Congress?
Americans head to the polls on Tuesday for the US midterm elections, which could flip the majority in one or both houses of Congress from the Republicans to the Democrats. What would a Democratic majority mean for the country's political landscape, and how might Democrats move to keep President Don»»»
Israeli forces arrest 18 settlers for allegedly attacking troops at unauthorized West Bank outpost
LONDON: Israeli security forces on Monday arrested 18 settlers suspected of attacking troops and obstructing the evacuation and demolition of an unauthorized outpost in the occupied West Bank, the military said. Dozens of Border Police officers and Civil Administration soldiers arrived at Givat Ora»»»
Perspective - 'No political solution' to anger in France, expert says amid ongoing protests
With the vast majority of French high schools reopening despite calls for new blockades, and the number of people attending weekend demonstrations down for the third week in a row, are the protests in France beginning to die out? We spoke to one political expert who says he believes they will, sayi»»»
Between Brussels and Moscow: What Kind of President Will Iliana Yotova Be?
Iliana Yotova became the first woman elected president of Bulgaria on November 1. She has held the office since January, when Rumen Radev resigned to lead Progressive Bulgaria into the April parliamentary election and she was already the first woman to serve as head of state. Her own five-year term»»»
Is the US preparing to resume its war with Iran after the midterms?
LONDON: The countdown to America’s midterm elections has become a countdown of a different kind in the Middle East, where an uneasy pause in major US military operations against Iran could end once American voters have cast their ballots. For weeks, signs of a possible confrontation have been accum»»»
Belgian PM Bart De Wever submits resignation amid EU budget pressure
Belgium’s government has been pushed to the brink of collapse by a budget battle under EU spending rules. Prime Minister Bart De Wever submitted his resignation to King Philippe on Monday morning after negotiations on budget cuts failed over the weekend. De Wever and his coalition partners have spe»»»
Prime Minister, Lebanese Prime Minister hold phone call
Doha: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani and Prime Minister of the Lebanese Republic HE Dr. Nawaf Salam, held a telephone conversation. During the call, they discussed bilateral cooperation and ways to strengthen it, as well as regi»»»
Egypt to cut government spending, boost strategic reserves amid regional tensions
Egypt is increasing its strategic commodity stockpiles and drafting a comprehensive plan to rationalise government spending to mitigate the potential economic impact of escalating regional geopolitical tensions. Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly outlined the measures during a meeting of the Central C»»»
Egypt advances construction of 341km railway linking Bir al-Abd, Arish and Taba
Egypt is accelerating construction of a 341-kilometre railway line linking Bir al-Abd, Arish and Ras El-Naqab, near Taba Airport, as part of a broader project to extend the national railway network across Sinai and support economic development in the peninsula. Transport Minister Kamel Al-Wazir ins»»»
Russia bombs aid center and shelter in southern Ukraine, killing 24, authorities say
KYIV, Ukraine: Russia bombed an aid distribution center and neighboring shelter in southern Ukraine on Monday, killing 24 people, Ukraine’s emergency services agency said. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said in a post on X that 10 guided bombs targeted an area that included a school buildin»»»
Tehran residents seek refuge from gloom at cafes
TEHRAN: Iranians are flocking to stylish cafes in the capital, as they look for respite from soaring inflation and the spectre of renewed war with the United States. “Cafes offer a chance to unwind, to escape the stress of exorbitant prices, war and anxiety-inducing news,” said Mitra Alipour, celeb»»»
UAE's ambitious asteroid mission targets 2028 launch
The eight-year mission will cover five billion kilometres and study seven asteroids Abu Dhabi: The Emirates Mission to the Asteroid Belt (EMA) is on track for launch in the first quarter of 2028, representing a long-term strategic investment in the UAE's space sector, developing national talent, st»»»
Tribe TechFest 2026 connects over 400 entrepreneurs, investors in Doha
Doha: More than 400 entrepreneurs, startup founders, investors, technology professionals and industry experts gathered in Doha for Tribe TechFest 2026, an initiative aimed at strengthening innovation, entrepreneurship and business collaboration between Qatar, the wider Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC»»»
Prime Minister, Jordan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister hold phone call
Doha: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan HE Ayman Safadi, held a telephone conversation. During the call, they discussed bi»»»
Prime Minister, Turkish Foreign Minister hold phone call
Doha: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani and HE Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Turkiye, Hakan Fidan, held a telephone conversation. During the phone call, they discussed bilateral cooperation and ways to strengthen i»»»
UAE targets stronger energy network with Dh200b plan
Energy Minister says spending will strengthen infrastructure and meet rising power demand Abu Dhabi: Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, participated in a high-level Ministerial Panel at ADIPEC 2026, held under the theme “Energy Security Is National Security: Bui»»»
UAE-Bavarian leaders discuss strengthening cooperation
Leaders discuss advancing partnerships for sustainable global development UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received Dr Markus Söder, Minister-President of the German state of Bavaria, who is on a working visit to the UAE. During the meeting, the two sides reaffirm»»»
Qatar Airways hosts Arab Air Carriers’ Organization’s 59th Annual General Meeting
Doha, Qatar: Under the patronage of HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, the 59th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Arab Air Carriers’ Organization (AACO) officially opened today at the Sheraton Grand Doha Re»»»
Dh12.5m UAE winter aid campaign to help 300,000 people in 17 countries
Emirates Red Crescent campaign to support refugees, displaced people and families in need Abu Dhabi: Under the directives of Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler's Representative in Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Emirates Red Crescent (ERC), the ERC today launched its 2026–2027 winter aid»»»
DP World strengthens China–Africa corridor with new shipping link
Weekly service will connect Chinese ports with key markets in East and Southern Africa Dubai: DP World's Shipping Solutions AMEA business ("Shipping Solutions") is expanding its China–Africa shipping network with the launch of the China Africa Link, a new weekly service designed to strengthen conne»»»
'Over a million' abuse images found on phone of UK man who drugged, raped wife
He and 13 other men are accused of conspiring to abuse the woman A man who drugged and raped his wife over two decades and allegedly invited strangers to participate had "over a million photographs and videos" on his phone cataloguing the abuse, a UK court heard Monday. The court in Manchester, nor»»»
Shura Council holds weekly session
Doha: The Shura Council held its weekly session on Monday at the Tamim bin Hamad Hall at the Council's headquarters, chaired by HE Speaker of the Shura Council Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim. At the beginning of the session, the Shura Council hailed the participation of the Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin »»»
Doha to host Asian Men's Emerging Teams Cricket Cup with eight teams
Doha, Qatar: Doha will host the 2026 Asian Men's Emerging Teams Cricket Cup from November 19 to 29, featuring eight teams competing for the continental title. Organized by the Qatar Cricket Association under Asian Cricket Council (ACC) supervision, the tournament will be held at West End Internatio»»»
UAE skies to witness three meteor showers in November: Key dates to watch
Dark skies around the November 9 new moon will help observers see faint stars and clusters Dubai: Three meteor showers, a new moon and the appearance of some of the brightest winter stars will give UAE residents several opportunities to observe the night sky this November, according to a leading as»»»
UAE sends four aid convoys carrying 343 tonnes of humanitarian supplies to Gaza
Thirty-eight trucks took 343 tonnes of aid to Gaza under Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 Al Arish: Four UAE humanitarian aid convoys comprising 38 trucks carrying 343 tonnes of food and shelter supplies entered the Gaza Strip this week under 'Operation Chivalrous Knight 3', as part of the UAE's ongoi»»»
General Saree Reports More Saudi Attacks on Yemen - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe General Saree Reports More Saudi Attacks on Yemen 02-11-2026 19:45 PM Spokesman for the Yemeni Armed Forces Brigadier General Yahya Saree a»»»
Russian Forces Strike Ukrainian UAV Assembly, storage Sites in Past Day: Top Brass - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Russian Forces Strike Ukrainian UAV Assembly, storage Sites in Past Day: Top Brass 02-11-2026 19:49 PM Russian forces struck Ukrainian unma»»»
Fire breaks out at fireworks warehouse in Lebanon’s Metn district
LONDON: A fire broke out on Monday at a warehouse storing fireworks in Jouret El-Ballout, near Broummana in Lebanon’s northern Metn district, triggering explosions and sending thick plumes of smoke over the area, local media reported. The smoke was visible from surrounding areas, including near Dba»»»
Yemeni Military Media Posts Exclusive Footage Showing Targeting of Saudi Reinforcements East of Al-Jawf - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Yemeni Military Media Posts Exclusive Footage Showing Targeting of Saudi Reinforcements East of Al-Jawf 02-11-2026 19:41 PM Yemeni Military»»»
Sharjah desert gatherings allowed, police clarify rules
Al Kay responds to a resident's complaint on the Direct Line programme broadcast Sharjah: Residents are free to visit and gather in open desert areas across Sharjah and will not be fined simply for sitting with friends or family, a senior police official has clarified in response to complaints abou»»»
Egypt's Younes wins men's 85kg gold amid 11 world record breaks at World Weightlifting Championships
Ningbo: Mohamed Younes of Egypt secured the men's 85kg gold medal at the World Weightlifting Championships on Monday, edging out Colombia's Yeison Lopez in a contest marked by 11 shattered world records. Younes, 21, lifted 177kg in the snatch and 213kg in the clean and jerk for a winning total of 3»»»
Trump’s Speeches Grow More Profane, Disjointed and Aggressive: NYT Analysis
An analysis by The New York Times, which used artificial intelligence to examine more than 6,500 excerpts from US President Donald Trump’s speeches since last year, has found that his rhetorical style has become more profane, less coherent, and more categorical in its judgments than it was when he »»»
UNRWA's Gaza employees march against job cuts
Nuseirat Refugee Camp, Palestinian Territories: Employees of the UN agency for Palestinian refugees marched through Gaza's Nuseirat refugee camp on Monday to protest expected job cuts by the vital service provider, AFP journalists reported. Dozens of men, women and children walked through the stree»»»
Democratic Victory in Midterms Could Worsen Ukraine Conflict – Expert
If US Democrats succeed in taking control of the House of Representatives and possibly the Senate, there is a distinct possibility that they could play a “very negative role in world affairs,” Daniel Kovalik, a former adjunct professor of law at the University of Pittsburgh, warns Sputnik. The Demo»»»
Doctor in Germany on trial over sex abuse of over 70 children
Evidence of abuse uncovered in devices of German physician on trial A paediatrician in eastern Germany went on trial Monday accused of sexually abusing more than 70 children over more than a decade, crimes the physician largely admitted committing. The 46-year-old doctor is charged with more than 1»»»
Mexican craft takes centre stage in Doha this fall through Years of Culture
Doha: Mexican craft is taking centre stage across Doha this fall, with a programme of exhibitions, design collaborations, and culinary experiences exploring how skills passed down through generations continue to shape contemporary life. Presented as part of the Qatar, Canada and Mexico 2026 Year of»»»
Schooling for nearly 80,000 students disrupted by Israeli military operation in Hebron, union says
LONDON: Nearly 80,000 Palestinian students missed school last week amid an Israeli military operation in Hebron, the General Union of Palestinian Teachers said, shortly before an Israeli military official confirmed on Monday that troops had withdrawn from the occupied West Bank city. The military r»»»
Son of former Hungarian central bank governor now searched by elite fugitive hunters
Ádám Matolcsy, the son of former Hungarian National Bank (Magyar Nemzeti Bank, MNB) governor György Matolcsy, is now being sought by specialised police fugitive-hunting units amid an investigation into alleged economic fraud and corruption linked to the central bank’s foundations. An international »»»
Grodno Group uses AI to get ahead of competition
Electrical equipment distributor Grodno is expanding its use of AI and logistics automation as it targets a rise in market share from about 10% to 20% through organic growth and acquisitions. The group reported revenue of PLN 1.22 bln and EBITDA of PLN 32 mln for fiscal 2025/26. Management targets »»»
Company from Eco5tech Group has contract for PLN 2.2 mln for railway digitization
Eco5tech subsidiary YourBIM has signed a contract worth more than PLN 2.2 mln gross to provide building information modeling and consulting services for phase IIA of the Warsaw cross-city railway project between Warszawa Wschodnia and Warszawa Zachodnia. YourBIM is also developing an AI platform in»»»
UAE Flag Day: When was the national flag first raised, and what do its colours mean?
Ministries, schools and homes will fly the UAE flag on Tuesday, following a national call Dubai: The UAE will celebrate Flag Day on Tuesday, November 3, with the national flag raised across government buildings, schools, universities, homes and workplaces, as citizens and residents come together to»»»
King Charles throws up his hands after being caught in tropical downpour without umbrella
Five-minute downpour left the British monarch seeking an umbrella during Antigua's parade Antigua and Barbuda: King Charles III was left standing in heavy rain during an independence parade in Antigua and Barbuda after Queen Camilla walked away with an umbrella, leaving the British monarch gesturin»»»
Israeli authorities demolish house in Shefa-Amr amid rising Arab home demolitions
LONDON: Israeli authorities on Monday demolished a house in Shefa-Amr, an Arab-majority city in Israel, citing building without a permit. The demolition was carried out in the Al-Kasara neighborhood, where six other houses are under threat of demolition, according to the Palestine News Agency. The »»»
Bulgarian Authorities Approve 32.52% Gas Price Increase for NovemberOpinions
The Energy and Water Regulatory Commission (EWRC) has approved a 32.52% increase in Bulgaria's natural gas price for November, setting the rate at EUR 58.43 per megawatt-hour (MWh), excluding access and transmission charges, excise duty and VAT. At this price, Bulgargaz EAD will supply natural gas »»»
Sam Altman: UAE is world's most forward-looking country for AI adoption
Altman said AI could reshape science, energy and work but humans should remain in control Abu Dhabi: Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, described the UAE as the world's most forward-looking country for artificial intelligence adoption. Speaking during a panel discussion at the Abu Dhabi International Petro»»»
How Sharjah Police is using social media to make communities safer
Sharjah Security programme recognised for promoting prevention and community safety Sharjah: Sharjah Police has won a prestigious award for its Sharjah Security programme, which uses digital platforms to raise public awareness, promote preventive behaviour and enhance community safety and quality o»»»
UAE-based Al Habtoor Group to sell all assets in Lebanon
JEDDAH: UAE-based Al Habtoor Group has decided to sell all its assets and investments in Lebanon, including hotels, commercial and residential properties, land holdings and other investments, according to an official statement. The decision follows the group’s Jan. 28 announcement that it would cea»»»