Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe IRGC Destroys US MQ-9 Drone near Qeshm Island 17-09-2026 22:58 PM The IRGC said it identified, tracked and destroyed a US MQ-9 drone over Q»»»

There are easier ways to explain climate policy than standing beside a landfill outside Ankara. But there may be few more effective ones. Over four days in September, the Road to COP31: Sustainable Future International Media Programme took us journalists from Türkiye’s capital to the Black Sea city»»»

Share: Palestinians walking in front of buildings partly destroyed by the Israeli bombing of Khan Younis, in the Gaza Strip, in December 2023.Credit…Yousef Masoud for The New York Times The Trump administration plans to deliver 60,000 of the powerful munitions at a time when opposition is growing i»»»

The award-winning documentary "NAZA" featuring anonymous military sources speaking about Israel's mass killing of civilians in Gaza has sparked a political firestorm in Israel. The film's directors and their families have received a wave of threats, while Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced»»»

In this edition of Perspective, the acting Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court tells FRANCE 24 that the court is needed now more than ever to ensure there is no gap for impunity. Mame Mandiaye Niang says the court’s job is to step in if domestic justice systems fail. The Senegalese judge»»»

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan intends to run in an early election in 2028 in order to circumvent the constitutional term limits he would face if he serves out his full current term, a top adviser said Thursday. Under Turkey's constitution, parliament can trigger early elections given »»»

A village in Oxfordshire has held a symbolic referendum to leave the United Kingdom in protest against government plans to house up to 1,200 asylum seekers at a nearby military base. While the vote has no legal force, it highlights wider tensions over the UK's asylum policy and migration debate.»»»

The parliamentary Health Committee approved at first reading a bill amending the Public Procurement Act, submitted by Progressive Bulgaria MP Georgi Iliev and a group of MPs. The bill seeks to introduce requirements aimed at ensuring greater transparency, accountability and competitiveness in the s»»»

Six other suspects arrested in Sweden as joint operation targets criminal network Dubai: The UAE has arrested a Swedish national wanted by Interpol for allegedly heading a gang that laundered about Dh26.5 million, in a coordinated operation that saw six other suspects detained simultaneously in Swe»»»

The Hague: The State of Qatar has become the 95th member of the Hague Conference on Private International Law (HCCH) after formally depositing its instrument of acceptance on Thursday. Ambassador to the Kingdom of the Netherlands HE Dr. Mutlaq Al Qahtani handed over the document to HE Jules Van Eij»»»

Commenting on Wednesday’s speech by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, President Iliana Iotova said in an interview for bTV on Thursday that she is proud of what she heard. "What I heard and, as a Bulgarian, cannot help but feel proud of, is that our country was mentioned in an exc»»»

Tunis, Sept. 17 (TAP) - U.S. Sixth Fleet Commander Vice Admiral Jeffrey Anderson said Tunisia’s hosting of the “Phoenix Express 26” naval exercise “reflects the true spirit of teamwork and the strength of the partnership between the U.S. Sixth Fleet...»»»

On the Second Anniversary of the Israeli Pager Massacre, the Wounded sent a message to affirm steadfastness and allegiance to the Resistance path, command and community. What follows is the full text of the message: On the second anniversary of the epic of patience and blood, when betrayal wore the»»»

TUNIS, Sept. 17, 2026 (TAP) - Thunderstorms are still expected Thursday night over the north and centre. Showers will be locally heavy over western regions, particularly the north of Sfax in the early evening, partly cloudy elsewhere.The wind will...»»»

TUNIS, Sept. 17, 2026 (TAP) - On the occasion of the 48th edition of the professional tourism fair IFTM Top Resa 2026, held on September 15-17, 2026, in Paris, Michelin Editions announced the return of Tunisia to its collection with the presentation...»»»

The EU’s Arctic policy is becoming increasingly important amidst global competition driven by both climate change and the region’s strategic significance. Melting Arctic ice is opening new maritime transport routes, facilitating access to abundant natural resources, and creating conditions for expa»»»

A redistribution of resources is underway at the State Intelligence Agency (SIA), but it is not related to funds that had been allocated but remained unused due to vacant positions, SIA Chair Antoan Gechev said on Thursday. He was speaking before the parliamentary Committee for Oversight of the Sec»»»

Budapest says it may be able to cover October salaries, but November pay could be at risk if the city fails to reach an agreement with the government over its finances. The warning comes after the capital repaid a HUF 67 billion (EUR 185 million) bank loan and faces another major payment in October»»»

FIA axes Saudi desert finale, targets WRC return in 2027 amid regional unrest The final round of the World Rally Championship (WRC) in Saudi Arabia in November has been cancelled due to the conflict in the Middle East, the International Automobile Federation (FIA) announced on Thursday. The conflic»»»

Doha, Qatar: Scientists have identified a new species of wild cat living in Bolivia’s cloud forests, marking the first time a living cat species has been formally described by science in more than a century. The newly identified feline, named Leopardus tilcayo, or the tilcayo cat, lives in the Yung»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Zionist enemy carries out a bombing in Arnoun town, South Lebanon: Al-Manar reporter 17-09-2026 19:03 PM Latest News Urgent News Israeli ar»»»

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney used his address to the European Parliament to signal that Ottawa wants to deepen its partnership with the EU beyond trade, expanding cooperation on energy, AI, space and payment sovereignty, while also seeking to join the Erasmus programme. FRANCE 24's Dave Keat»»»

Real Madrid's forward Kylian Mbappé has been heavily criticized by Spanish and French far right politicians for refusing to fully wear a t-shirt supporting residents of Ceuta, a Spanish territory bordering Morocco grappling with a migration crisis. Mbappé said he wore the t-shirt partially rol»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The Russian Central Bank on Thursday challenged an EU regulation that prevents it from recovering 200 billion euros ($229.8 billion) from the Belgium-based Euroclear depository, which has indefinitely frozen Russian sovereign assets. Earlier in the day, the Russian regulator said»»»

Police rescue 52-year-old woman and arrest recently released suspect in the Philippines Manila: A recently released prisoner allegedly took a woman hostage at knifepoint in the Philippines because he wanted to go back to jail, according to police. The bizarre incident unfolded inside an apartment b»»»

An English village has overwhelmingly voted to “secede” from the UK in protest over government plans to house more than 1,200 male migrants at a nearby former military base. The referendum in Piddington, Oxfordshire has no legal force but drew nearly 92% turnout. The result announced on Wednesday s»»»

The State Agency for National Security (SANS) is undergoing internal restructuring, including the removal of a large number of management positions, SANS Chairman Plamen Tonchev told here on Thursday the Parliamentary Committee for Control of the Security Services, the Application and use of the Sp»»»

Launch-day guide: prices, stock, colours and key upgrades for UAE buyers Dubai: The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max will officially go on sale in the UAE tomorrow, September 18, with buyers heading to Apple stores to get their hands on Apple's latest flagship smartphones. Pre-orders opened on S»»»

For decades, the premium property market has operated on a single premise: land is value. That is true, but it is increasingly incomplete. Hungary’s natural capital extends far beyond farmland. Beneath the Carpathian Basin lies a resource that is rare in Europe, attracts growing attention from glob»»»

Bulgaria’s online leisure economy sits at the meeting point of everyday consumer habits, fast-moving digital services and rules shaped both at home and across the European Union. From streaming subscriptions and ticketing platforms to regulated betting and gaming services, people expect convenience»»»

Bulgaria’s entry into the euro area on 1 January 2026 is a major change for households and businesses, but it sits alongside another, quieter shift. The rules around digital services, payments and consumer protection are becoming more closely connected across the European Union. For anyone paying f»»»

WASHINGTON - The US State Department is preparing a major US push at EXPO 2027 Belgrade, The Pavlovic Today internet news portal reports. "The plans, confirmed by a State Department official, show that Washington intends to use the first Expo to be held in the Balkans not only as a cultural showcas»»»

Damascus-Paris, Sept. 17 (SANA) After 15 years during which Syria’s nuclear non-compliance file remained open, the country has turned a page associated with the legacy of the ousted regime. On September 9, the IAEA Board of Governors unanimously adopted a decision to permanently remove the item con»»»

Doha: American television host and comedian, Steve Harvey, has announced the 'Family Feud Qatar' project among the line-up of upcoming events to take place in the country. Speaking with the media on the sidelines of the unveiling of the Qatar Calendar 2026/2027, Harvey spoke about the new major pro»»»

The crew of a Turkish cargo ship hit by Ukrainian drones has filed a complaint against Kiev with the International Criminal Court (ICC) over the attack, which killed one sailor and injured two others, lawyers said on Wednesday. The plaintiffs include 12 crew members, the family of the deceased sail»»»

The US Congress has approved a sweeping Russia sanctions bill, sending it to President Donald Trump for final approval as Washington seeks to increase pressure on Moscow over the war in Ukraine.»»»

The strikes targeting the De Novo data center in Kiev on Thursday will create “an information vacuum and eliminate databases used to target our facilities – including those deep inside Russian territory,” military expert Col. (ret.) Anatoliy Matviychuk told Sputnik. Besides being used to store “vas»»»

French fishermen angered by soaring fuel costs blocked access to oil depots and ports on Thursday in the latest wave of protests sweeping France as the country's embattled minority government struggles to finalise a new budget ahead of presidential and parliamentary elections next year. French fish»»»

Paris has been a muse for filmmakers for over a century. The French capital has inspired countless scenes on the big screen. A new book brings them all together. Ruby Boukabou, author of 'The Movie Lovers' Guide to Paris', joins us to talk through her movie-themed walking tours in some of the city'»»»

Information which the State Agency for National Security (SANS) provided in January 2025 might have prevented the six murders in the Petrohan-Okolchitsa case, SANS Chair Plamen Tonchev said on Thursday. "Check the case opened by the prosecution in January 2025 based on information from SANS. It con»»»

PRESS REVIEW – Thursday, September 17: Will Canada become an associate member of the EU? Commissioner Ursula von der Leyen floated the idea in a speech but did not give any details about what it would entail. The press is reacting with scepticism. Also, Le Monde profiles some of the 8,000 people wh»»»

Ireland will boycott the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest for the second year over Israel's participation, the country's public broadcaster RTE said Thursday. Ireland was one of five countries along with the Netherlands, Iceland, Slovenia and Spain to skip Eurovision this year in protest over»»»

FANR’s AI-powered IONS system earns global recognition for nuclear safety The UAE’s Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR) has won the 2026 Innovation Award in the Artificial Intelligence category from the International Network on Innovation to Support Operating Nuclear Power Plants (ISOP)»»»

The US law authorizes President Trump to impose these sanctions, but it does not require him to impose them at this particular level, Ivan Timofeyev of the Valdai Discussion Club told Sputnik, commenting on the so-called “sanctions from hell” against Russia that were earlier passed by Congress. “So»»»

Frankfurt, Germany: One person died from malaria in Frankfurt and another was infected, local health officials said Thursday, the latest cases from a malaria outbreak linked to the city's airport. Both people lived near the airport, according to the Frankfurt health department, and were likely infe»»»

Doha, Qatar: At a time when regional competition to attract capital and global companies is accelerating, the State of Qatar is continuing to develop its institutional investment framework through Dar Al Sharikat, which represents a shift toward a more integrated model for business establishment by»»»

A court has ordered the arrest of billionaire businessman Dániel Jellinek and former Hungarian state asset management chief Norbert Szivek in connection with the Volánbusz corruption investigation. Both men are suspected of accepting bribes and other corruption-related offences. Court orders one-mo»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar correspondent: A new Israeli strike targets the town of Al-Mansouri in southern Lebanon 17-09-2026 17:06 PM Latest News Urgent New»»»

BELGRADE - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said on Thursday his speech at the UN General Assembly session in New York, scheduled for next week, would address Serbia's position and what the country had been through in the past 30 years. "I will speak about Serbia's position and all we have been t»»»

Doha,Qatar: Qatar National Bank (QNB) has announced that, in accordance with the instructions of the Qatar Financial Markets Authority, it will suspend its share buyback activities during the period starting from 20/09/2026 to 08/10/2026, due to the upcoming disclosure of its Third Quarter financia»»»