Gulf News 2h

Iran FM says 'good progress' after Geneva talks ended

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Thursday that the latest round of talks with the United States dealt with the nuclear programme and the lifting of sanctions, adding that negotiators made "good progress". "We made very good progress and entered into the elements of an agreement very seri»»»

gulfnews.com
RT 2h

Blasts rock Kabul as Pakistan and Afghanistan exchange strikes

Multiple explosions shook Kabul early Friday as Pakistan and Afghanistan exchanged military strikes across their volatile border, raising fears of a broader escalation between the neighboring countries. Residents in the Afghan capital reported hearing at least three blasts along with aircraft overh»»»

rt.com
BBC 2h

Columbia student free after Mamdani-Trump meeting as ICE agents accused of 'misrepresentations' to access dorm

A university student in New York was released from custody after federal immigration agents allegedly posing as local police arrested her. According to a local official, agents wore "fake badges" to disguise themselves as New York Police Department (NYPD) officers to access a student residence at C»»»

bbc.com
UPI 2h

Danish PM Frederiksen calls for snap parliamentary elections - UPI.com

Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen of Denmark speaks to the media after meeting with President Joe Biden at the White House in Washington, D.C., June 5, 2023. Frederiksen called for snap elections to be held in March. File Photo by Chris Kleponis/UPI | License Photo Feb. 26 (UPI) -- Danish Prime Mini»»»

upi.com
TAP 3h

Finance Minister meets US ambassador in Tunis

Tunis, Feb. 26 (TAP) - Minister of Finance, Mishkat Slama Khaldi met on Thursday at the ministry’s headquarters, Ambassador of the United States of America to Tunisia, Bill Bazzi.According to a ministry statement, the meeting addressed the main...»»»

Qatar Tribune 3h

Five new lawyers take legal oath before Attorneys’ Admission Committee

QNA Doha Five new lawyers took the legal oath before the Attorneys’ Admission Committee during its meeting chaired by Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs HE Ibrahim bin Ali Al Mohannadi on Thursday. The new lawyers took the legal oath after completing their required traini»»»

qatar-tribune.com
BBC 3h

World Economic Forum boss quits after review of Epstein links

The president and CEO of the World Economic Forum (WEF), Borge Brende, has resigned after a review into his links to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The forum ordered an independent review into Brende over his ties to the disgraced financier following the release of Epstein files by the US D»»»

bbc.com
Sana 3h

Information Minister discusses Syrian-Turkish Partnership to combat disinformation

Ankara, Feb.27 ( SANA) Syrian Information Minister, Hamza al-Mustafa, discussed Thursday with Burhanettin Duran, Head of the Turkish Presidency’s Communications Department, means of establishing a strategic partnership to “combat media disinformation,” as part of efforts to enhance cooperation betw»»»

sana.sy
Kuna 4h

Briefing of KUNA main news for Wednesday until 00:00 GMT

3277314 KUWAIT -- Under the patronage and presence of His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah a military exhibition opens as part of the National Day celebrations. 3277286 KUWAIT -- The Ministry of Justice announces pardon for 39 civilian prisoners on the occasion of»»»

UPI 4h

U.S. attorneys to defend their prosecution of Kilmar Abrego Garcia - UPI.com

1 of 5 | Kilmar Abrego Garcia delivers remarks during a rally before his check in at the ICE Baltimore Field Office in Baltimore Md., in August. Federal prosecutors must defend their prosecution Thursday in the case against him for human smuggling in Tennesssee. File Photo by Shawn Thew/EPA Feb. 26»»»

upi.com
Albanian Daily News 4h

Rama Overhauls Key Ministries in First Major Shake-Up of Fourth-Term Cabinet

Edi Rama reshuffled his government on Thursday following a marathon meeting of the ruling Socialist Party’s parliamentary group, introducing changes in several key ministries just six months after the “Rama 4” cabinet won approval in Parliament. The reshuffle affects the ministries of Foreign Affai»»»

albaniandailynews.com
Albanian Daily News 4h

Albanian Opposition Leader Berisha Demands Rama’s Resignation Amid Cabinet Shake-Up

The opposition leader, Sali Berisha sharply criticized Edi Rama’s recent government reshuffle, calling it a self-serving attempt to save his political position. In a video message, Berisha urged citizens and the opposition to continue protests, asserting that their goal is to remove Rama from power»»»

albaniandailynews.com
Albanian Daily News 4h

PM Removes Balluku, Promotes Her Close Aide to Defense Minister in Cabinet Reshuffle

Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama has removed Deputy Prime Minister Belinda Balluku from her post, while promoting one of her closest associates to a key ministerial position, signaling that her governing model will continue within the cabinet. Rama appointed Ermal Nufi as minister of defense, a rol»»»

albaniandailynews.com
Naharnet 5h

Iran FM says 'good progress' in talks with US

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Thursday that the latest round of talks with the United States dealt with the nuclear program and the lifting of sanctions, adding that negotiators made "good progress". "We made very good progress and entered into the elements of an agreement very seriou»»»

Al Awsat 5h

Attempted Killing of Security Official Rekindles Tensions in Libya’s Misrata

A state of cautious tension has gripped the western Libyan city of Misrata following an attempted assassination of Colonel Mustafa al-Har, who is tasked with running the Anti-Terrorism and Subversive Activities Office in the central region, amid accusations pointing to figures linked to the Benghaz»»»

english.aawsat.com
Albanian Daily News 5h

BREAKING: PM Edi Rama Completely Renews the Cabinet with New Names

At today’s meeting of the Socialist Party parliamentary group, Prime Minister Edi Rama decided to introduce changes to the government cabinet.Albana Koçiu has been appointed Deputy Prime Minister, replacing Belinda Balluku in that position.Ferit Hoxha, Albania’s former ambassador to the UN, has bee»»»

albaniandailynews.com
BBC 5h

Mandelson referred to EU anti-fraud agency over Epstein emails

The European Commission has asked the EU's anti-fraud agency to investigate Lord Mandelson following the release of documents in the US relating to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The request to the European Anti-Fraud Office (Olaf) was made last week, a Commission spokeswoman said, after co»»»

bbc.com
Bulgarian News Agency 6h

Ministers Reject Speculation over US Aircraft at Sofia Airport; Parliament Calls on PM to Attend Hearing

Government officials rejected speculation linking the presence of US military aircraft at Vasil Levski Sofia Airport to non-NATO operations, while Parliament on Thursday obliged caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gurov to participate in a hearing on the matter. Earlier in the day, Transport Minister K»»»

bta.bg
Albanian Daily News 6h

Albania’s ‘Rama 4’ Cabinet Sets EU Integration as Top Priority for 2026

In contrast to Prime Minister Edi Rama’s nearly 100-minute speech, sharply focused on justice reform, members of his cabinet delivered a unified message for the year ahead: advancing Albania’s path toward the European Union. Speaking briefly — each for less than 10 minutes — ministers outlined the »»»

albaniandailynews.com
The Peninsula 6h

Syrian FM discusses ties, refugee return with EU delegation

Damascus: Syrian Foreign Minister, Asaad Al Shaibani held talks in Damascus on Thursday with a European Union diplomatic delegation on prospects for advancing bilateral relations and facilitating the return of Syrian refugees. The EU delegation, headed by Director for the Middle East and North Afri»»»

thepeninsulaqatar.com
Al Manar 6h

Oman’s Foreign Minister: Thursday’s round of negotiations between Iran and the US concluded with significant progress reported - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Oman’s Foreign Minister: Thursday’s round of negotiations between Iran and the US concluded with significant progress reported 26-02-2026 2»»»

Bulgarian News Agency 6h

Caretaker Foreign Minister Neynsky Explains US Aircraft Deployment at Sofia Airport During Parliamentary Hearing

Caretaker Foreign Minister Nadezhda Neynsky said during her parliamentary hearing on Thursday, that the deployment of US military aircraft at Sofia airport is not related to current or planned military operations. The hearing is at the request of the Vazrazhdane parliamentary group. On February 19,»»»

bta.bg
BBC 6h

Canada says India no longer linked to violent crime ahead of Carney trip

Canada says it believes India is not currently linked to violent crimes or threats on Canadian soil — a shift in tone after accusing New Delhi of carrying out an extrajudicial killing of a Sikh separatist in Canada in 2023. "I think we could say we're confident that that activity is not continuing,»»»

bbc.com
The Peninsula 7h

India thrash Zimbabwe in T20 World Cup, S.Africa into semi-finals

Chennai: Defending champions India thrashed Zimbabwe by 72 runs in their Super Eights T20 World Cup match on Thursday, a result that guaranteed South Africa a place in the semi-finals. India posted a mammoth 256-4 and then restricted Zimbabwe to 184-6 in Chennai to make their clash with West Indies»»»

thepeninsulaqatar.com
Warsaw Business Journal 7h

Poland pushes back on China

Poland plans to press China to open its market to Polish goods as trade imbalances deepen, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski said during a parliamentary speech outlining foreign policy priorities. He said relations with China should benefit both sides, but warned that War»»»

wbj.pl
Gulf News 7h

France names new culture minister in mini-reshuffle

The French presidency on Thursday named four new ministers including Catherine Pegard as the new culture minister in a mini-reshuffle. Pegard, a former magazine editor and head of Versailles palace, takes over from Rachida Dati, a conservative who left the post to campaign to become mayor of Paris »»»

gulfnews.com
Bulgarian News Agency 7h

Regional Minister Participates in High-Level Conference of EU Eastern Border Regions

"I am here to save European funds and investments during a period of a provisional budget," caretaker Regional Development and Public Works Minister Angelina Boneva said in Brussels, quoted by her ministry's press office on Thursday. Boneva took part in a high-level conference of eastern border reg»»»

bta.bg
The Peninsula 7h

Egyptian President discusses regional developments with Sudanese Prime Minister

Cairo: Egyptian President, Abdel Fattah el-Sisi met on Thursday with Sudanese Prime Minister, Kamil Idris, who is currently visiting Cairo, to discuss the latest developments in Sudan as well as regional issues. During the meeting, both sides stressed the importance of continued coordination and co»»»

thepeninsulaqatar.com
RT 7h

Trump vs the Supreme Court: How the tariff ruling could turn his presidency lame-duck

The constant change of scenery in President Donald Trump’s America has trained observers not to overreact to each new sensation from across the Atlantic. Yesterday’s battles fade quickly, replaced by fresh headlines. Against that backdrop, it is tempting to dismiss Trump’s latest clash with the US »»»

rt.com
Al Awsat 7h

World Economic Forum Head Steps Down Over Epstein Links

World Economic Forum head Børge Brende said Thursday that he is stepping down after facing pressure over his contacts with the late US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Brende, a former Norwegian foreign minister, said in a statement that he had decided “after careful consideration” to step down as pre»»»

english.aawsat.com
UPI 7h

World Economic Forum CEO Børge Brende resigns; Jeffrey Epstein probe concludes - UPI.com

World Economic Forum CEO and President Børge Brende, pictured here in 2014, has resigned upon completion of an independent investigation of his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. File Photo by David Silpa/UPI | License Photo Feb. 26 (UPI) -- Børge Brende resigned his position as president and CEO of the Worl»»»

upi.com
UPI 7h

U.S. authorizes resale of Venezuelan oil to Cuba for private sector - UPI.com

A loaded oil tanker tanker enters Matanzas Bay off Havana, Cuba, on February 16 and docks near the city’s energy logistics port amid ongoing U.S. energy sanctions on the island. Russia has been sending fuel considered to be aid. Photo By EPA Feb. 26 (UPI) -- The U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Contro»»»

upi.com
Sputnik 8h

Russia’s S-500 Prometey: The Death Knell for British and French Nuclear ICBMs

Russian missile defenses are becoming increasingly sophisticated and may render British and French nuclear weapons ineffective, states the UK-based defense think tank RUSI. "The nuclear forces of the UK and France consist of strategic submarines armed with intercontinental ballistic missiles that a»»»

sputniknews.com
Sana 8h

Al-Shaibani discusses with European delegation level of diplomatic representation

Damascus, Feb.26 (SANA) Foreign and Expatriates Minister, Asaad Hassan Al-Shaibani, received Thursday a diplomatic delegation from the European Union, headed by Rosa Maria Gheli, Director of the Middle East and North Africa Department at the European External Action Service.Talks during the meeting»»»

sana.sy
BBC 8h

Instagram to alert parents if teens search for self-harm and suicide content

Parents using Instagram's child supervision tools will soon receive alerts if their teen repeatedly searches for suicide or self-harm related terms on the platform. It is the first time parent company Meta will proactively alert parents to searches by their child on Instagram for harmful material, »»»

bbc.com
UPI 8h

In photos: Benjamin Netanyahu welcomes Narendra Modi to Israel - All Photos - UPI.com

By Wade SheridanIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu welcomes Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Israel, where Modi he spoke at the Knesset in Jerusalem on Wednesday. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (C) speaks adjacent to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the Knesset in Jeru»»»

upi.com
Bulgarian News Agency 8h

Parliament Obliges PM to Participate in Hearing on US Military Aircraft at Sofia Airport

On Thursday, Parliament obliged caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gurov to participate in a hearing on the US military aircraft at Sofia Airport and on tensions in the Middle East. The proposal was made by There Is Such a People (TISP) Floor Leader Toshko Yordanov, who suggested that Gurov's particip»»»

bta.bg
Bulgarian News Agency 8h

Caretaker Minister Neynsky Explains US Aircraft Deployment at Sofia Airport During Parliamentary Hearing

Caretaker Foreign Minister Nadezhda Neynsky said during her parliamentary hearing on Thursday, that the deployment of US military aircraft at Sofia airport is not related to current or planned military operations. The hearing is at the request of the Vazrazhdane parliamentary group. On February 19,»»»

bta.bg
Bulgarian News Agency 8h

Linking US Aircraft Presence at Sofia Airport to Non-NATO Operations Is Speculation, Says Defence Minister

Any attempt to link the presence of US aircraft on Bulgarian territory to operations outside NATO plans is speculation, caretaker Defence Minister Atanas Zapryanov said during a parliamentary hearing on Thursday. The hearing concerned US military aircraft currently stationed at Sofia Airport, tensi»»»

bta.bg
UPI 9h

Brothers. both politicians, convicted of arranging Marielle Franco murder in 2018 - UPI.com

1 of 2 | A pair of brothers who were prominent Brazilian politicians have been convicted in the 2018 murder of Rio de Janeiro councilor Marielle Franco. File Photo by Mario Vasconcellos/EPA-EFE Feb. 26 (UPI) -- A pair of brothers who were prominent Brazilian politicians have been convicted in the 2»»»

upi.com
The Peninsula 9h

Russia denies setting any timeline for settlement with Ukraine

Moscow: Russia on Thursday denied setting any final timeline for settling with Ukraine. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that Moscow has specific objectives it is working to accomplish, stressing that Russia is not setting a deadline for settling with Ukraine, but rather focusing on ta»»»

thepeninsulaqatar.com
Bulgarian News Agency 9h

Velizar Shalamanov Appointed Deputy Foreign Minister

Velizar Shalamanov has been appointed Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs by order of caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gurov, the Ministry said on Thursday. Shalamanov has extensive professional experience in the field of defence and national security. He served as minister of defence in 2014 and as »»»

bta.bg
France24 9h

Havana says four gunmen killed on US speedboat were trying to 'infiltrate' Cuba

Cuba said on Thursday that 10 gunmen on a Florida-registered speed boat who opened fire on the Caribbean nation's coastguard had "intended to carry out an infiltration for the purposes of terrorism". The Cuban coastguard on Thursday said it killed four people and wounded six more on the vessel, whi»»»

france24.com
France24 9h

Hillary Clinton to testify in US House panel's Epstein probe: What to expect?

Former US secretary of state Hillary Clinton is to testify behind closed doors Thursday (February 26) before a congressional committee investigating the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and his accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell. FRANCE 24's Jessica Le Masurier tells us more.»»»

france24.com
EU Observer 9h

45 days to election: Poll shows a significant Tisza lead, Orbán puts soldiers on the streets

In our ongoing weekly digest, award-winning journalist Veronika Munk summarises and explains the most important political developments in Hungary. We guide readers on the route to the key April 2026 election — a poll without precedent in the region over the past 15 years. This week, we cover: The p»»»

euobserver.com
Al Awsat 9h

UN Expert on Palestinian Territories Denounces 'Toxic' Attacks against Her

The UN expert on the Palestinian territories, Francesca Albanese, denounced on Thursday what she described as "toxic" attacks impacting her personal life and work, after a number of European states called for her resignation. In recent weeks Germany, France, Italy and others have called for Albanes»»»

english.aawsat.com
Sana 9h

Syrian Defense Minister receives a high-level Turkish delegation

Damascus, Feb. 26 (SANA) Defense Minister Major General Murhaf Abu Qasra received on Thursday a high-level delegation from the Turkish Defense Industries Agency in Damascus, and discussed with them prospects for bilateral cooperation in several fields. During the meeting, the importance of continui»»»

sana.sy
Gulf News 9h

Diplomacy or Conflict? US and Iran hold fresh talks as military pressure builds.

Dubai: Iran and the United States held another round of indirect nuclear talks in Geneva on Thursday, as rising military tensions and a significant American force buildup in the Middle East cast a long shadow over diplomatic efforts. The Oman-mediated discussions, hosted at the Omani ambassador’s r»»»

gulfnews.com
Al Awsat 9h

Crimes Against Humanity Complaint Filed in Switzerland against Iran Deputy Minister

A complaint has been filed in Switzerland accusing Iranian deputy foreign minister Kazem Gharibabadi of crimes against humanity linked to anti-government protests in his country in recent years, lawyers said Thursday. The complaint, filed by an Iranian-Swiss citizen, said Gharibabadi "may have comm»»»

english.aawsat.com
UPI 10h

Watch: World's oldest competitive pool player still going strong at 98 - UPI.com

Feb. 25 (UPI) -- A Florida woman who became the world's oldest competitive pool player at the age of 94 is still going strong at 98 and is headed to a tournament in Las Vegas. Jensen Beach resident Maggie Kennedy was dubbed the world's oldest competitive pool player by Guinness World Records in 202»»»

upi.com