Russia launched its heaviest combined assault on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure in months on Wednesday, killing seven people and triggering emergency power cuts in Kyiv and nearby regions. The strikes came as officials warned of a difficult winter amid Russian attacks on Ukraine’s power and heatin»»»

The motive behind the killing of a prominent Plovdiv businessman was personal and stemmed from financial dealings, supervising prosecutor Dimitar Molev told reporters, referring to the murder of businessman I.F. A 51-year-old man has been charged in connection with the killing, Molev added. The two»»»

HELSINKI: Finnish police said on Thursday they have launched a preliminary investigation into a series of suspected intrusions at the homes of members of parliament. Helsinki police said in a statement they were working closely with the National Bureau of Investigation and that the inquiry was at a»»»

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has welcomed the US withdrawal from Iraq, adding that the Americans should also leave all other countries in the region. On Wednesday, the Pentagon announced that the last American troops had departed from Iraq after being there for 23 years. In its s»»»

RIYADH: The official spokesperson for the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen said the Houthis targeted the Taiba power distribution station in Madinah on Tuesday morning. Major General Turki Al-Malki said an investigation into the incident and findings by competent authorities have proven the»»»

TUNIS, Oct 1, 2026 (TAP) - A meeting of the Bureau of the Assembly of the People's Representatives (ARP) was held on Thursday, marking the 4th ordinary parliamentary session 2026-2027, in the presence of Speaker Brahim Bouderbala.At the beginning...»»»

TUNIS, Oct 1, 2026 (TAP) - The Tunisian Water Observatory called for launching an emergency investment programme to renew drinking water and irrigation networks and reduce water leaks.At a conference held Thursday on the water situation after the...»»»

The video was shared on X by Chinese Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Chang Hua Chinese humanoid robots dressed in traditional Saudi attire have performed the country’s famous Ardah sword dance at a reception in Riyadh, creating a striking blend of heritage and futuristic technology. The robots performed»»»

BELGRADE - Serbian caretaker Interior Minister Ivica Dacic and his Angolan counterpart Manuel Gomes da Conceicao Homem, who is on an official visit to Serbia, signed on Thursday in Belgrade a MoU between their ministries on civil defence and firefighting and rescue services. The MoU was signed at t»»»

MOSCOW, October 1 (Sputnik) - Russia is charting its own course into the future and is ready to cooperate with other countries in this effort, Russian President Vladimir Putin said. "Russia is charting such a route to the future for itself and, of course, is ready to participate in such work togeth»»»

Fresh official figures show a sharp deterioration in Hungary’s government balance compared with a year earlier, while the government has significantly revised its full-year deficit expectations. Deficit more than nine times higher than a year earlier Hungary’s general government sector recorded a H»»»

LONDON: For decades, the UK-Saudi relationship has been defined by energy, defense, trade and intelligence cooperation. But as conflict and instability increasingly threaten the Gulf’s shipping lanes, energy infrastructure and critical technologies, Sir Liam Fox argues that the partnership now need»»»

Hezbollah’s military media released a video message featuring a fighter speaking on behalf of the group’s combatants, paying tribute to the martyred Secretary General Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah and expressing loyalty to current Secretary General Sheikh Naim Qassem. The video opens with greetings to th»»»

Flight EK31 landed safely after declaring a general emergency en route to Heathrow Dubai: An Emirates A380 flying from Dubai to London Heathrow diverted to Frankfurt on Thursday after a passenger suffered a medical emergency on board, the airline confirmed. Flight EK31 landed safely at Frankfurt Ai»»»

ROME: A senior official at the UN’s agriculture agency said Wednesday he had lost his job for criticising Israeli policies in Gaza, as the body’s head condemned staff who “play the game of human rights”. Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) director Ben Davis told AFP he had been informed in Jul»»»

European NATO members should have been able to attack Iran instead of relying on the US and Israel, according to Secretary-General Mark Rutte, the head of the self-described defensive alliance. Iran has been attacked twice in two years, both times over allegations that it seeks to develop nuclear w»»»

Damascus, Oct. 1 (SANA) The Syrian Arab Republic extended its warmest congratulations and best wishes to the People’s Republic of China, its government and people, on the 77th anniversary of its founding. In a statement published on Thursday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates expresse»»»

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Ukrainian refugees contributed an estimated 2.4% of Poland’s GDP in 2025, or about PLN 94 billion, according to a Deloitte report commissioned by UNHCR. Their contribution could reach 2.8% of GDP by 2035. Refugee-related economic activity generated an estimated PLN 43.6 billion in additional public»»»

Post-industrial heritage, a central location and a vibrant mixed-use community create long-term value for investors Located in the heart of Łódź, Fuzja is a mixed-use destination where the industrial heritage of the former Karol Scheibler factory meets contemporary residential, commercial and leisu»»»

Some developments are created with the market in mind. Others are created around a particular way of life. Orkana Apartments belong to the latter category This boutique development in the heart of Mokotów has been completed and has opened its doors to its new residents. Its intimate character, refi»»»

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Poland’s offshore wind sector is entering a new phase, and companies need clear legal rules to prepare, Baltic Power CEO Maciej Stryjecki said at Energy Days. About a decade ago, analysts projected 4–6 GW of Baltic Sea wind capacity by 2030, a target then viewed skeptically. Most developers that wo»»»

Paris, France: The Louvre Museum in Paris launched what is expected to be one of many new public fundraising appeals on Thursday, asking for money to renovate a popular inner courtyard. The bosses of the creaking former palace, which was targeted by thieves last year, are hoping to raise 800,000 eu»»»

ATHENS: A man died on the Greek island of Crete amid floods caused by heavy rainfall and strong winds that confined many ferries to port, officials and reports said Thursday. Media reported that the body of a 79-year-old shepherd missing since Wednesday had been found in a ravine. A couple swept aw»»»

RIYADH: Coffee is not merely a beverage but a deeply rooted part of Saudi culture, with a story that extends from the land and farms to gatherings, hospitality and national identity. As the UN marks Oct. 1, 2026 as International Coffee Day for the first time, Saudi Arabia joins in celebrating the r»»»

BELGRADE - The Serbian national airline Air Serbia signed on Thursday a strategic partnership agreement with the GITEX AI Belgrade event, to be held from May 25 through 27 next year, during Specialised EXPO 2027 Belgrade. At the Air Serbia office in Belgrade, the agreement was signed by the airline»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah Hails US Military Withdrawal from Iraq as Historic Victory 01-10-2026 18:31 PM Hezbollah StatementsHezbollah has congratulated Ir»»»

DUBAI: Intensifying summer heat and accelerating climate change is a problem faced by every city in the world. Perhaps nowhere is it as destructive to everyday life than in the Arab world, where even before any notable global warming, summer temperatures can reach unbearable levels. It is a problem»»»

The National Assembly’s Committee on Internal Security and Public Order adopted an opinion stating that the European Commission’s proposal to allow Europol to initiate investigations in EU member states required further clarification to ensure respect for national jurisdiction and the powers of ind»»»

Doha: Qatar Calendar has concluded Virtuocity Battle Ground (VBG) Qatar 2026, a month-long multi-title esports championship held from 1 to 30 September at Virtuocity, Doha Festival City. The tournament brought together 2087 participants from 51 countries, with Qatar, Saudi Arabia and United Arab Em»»»

TUNIS, Oct 1, 2026 (TAP) - A programme named "Chams" has been launched for the benefit of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).Supported by the African Development Bank (AfDB), the programme aims to enable these enterprises to invest in the...»»»

Representatives of Bulgarian organisations in the Republic of North Macedonia attended a meeting of the National Assembly’s Committee on Policies for Bulgarians Abroad on Thursday, at the invitation of its Chair, Angel Georgiev. The meeting focused on a proposal to include Bulgarians in North Maced»»»

President Iliana Iotova conferred the John Atanasoff Award ceremony in the Coat of Arms Hall of the Presidency on Thursday. In her address to the honourees, Iotova said that in recent years Bulgaria had become part of the global technological progress and development. Iotova highlighted the success»»»

Doha, Qatar: Real estate transactions registered with the Real Estate Registration Department at the Ministry of Justice through sales contracts between September 20 and 24 totaled QR 516,362,618. The total value of sales contracts for residential units during the same period amounted to QR 66,738,»»»

The XXIII annual meeting of the Valdai International Discussion Club is taking place in Moscow region from September 28 to October 1. Sputnik brings you a live broadcast from Moscow region, Russia, where Russian President Vladimir Putin is participating in the plenary session of the Valdai Internat»»»

Big-screen TVs, a pool, gym and golf simulator found in compound for selected prisoners Indonesian authorities have demolished a cluster of luxury “villas” inside an overcrowded prison after investigators discovered that selected inmates were allegedly living with big-screen televisions, air condit»»»

Several Budapest district mayors have accused Mayor Gergely Karácsony of negotiating over their parking revenues without their involvement, as the government and the capital seek a deal to keep Budapest financially operational. A deal has now been reached, under which the capital will take over the»»»

Tunis, Oct.1 (TAP) - A programme aimed at providing solar panels free of charge to one million Tunisian families consuming less than 100 kWh of electricity per month, over a five-year period, at a rate of 200,000 families per year, has been proposed...»»»

Beijing: Hardly any professional tennis players support shortening men's Grand Slam matches, world number two Alexander Zverev said on Thursday, coming out strongly in favour of the "history" behind the format. Some around the sport, including the chief executive of the organising body that runs th»»»

LONDON: Hundreds of Palestinians gathered in Gaza City on Thursday for the funeral of 105 people whose remains were recovered from beneath residential buildings destroyed in Israeli airstrikes early in the war, Palestinian media reported. Families and other residents performed funeral prayers befor»»»

ISTANBUL: Turkiye’s intelligence agency has captured a key suspect from a deadly 2013 attack near the Syrian border while he was attempting to flee to Europe, state media said Thursday, citing a security source. The twin bombing in the southern Reyhanli district, which killed 53 people, was the dea»»»

Parliament's Committee on Policies for Bulgarians Abroad on Thursday heard Foreign Ministry representatives over North Macedonia's refusal to allow Committee Chair and Vazrazhdane MP Angel Georgiev to enter the country o September 27. Georgiev was travelling to North Macedonia as part of a Bulgaria»»»

KYIV: Russian drones on Thursday hit a major bridge in Kyiv for the first time since the start of the conflict with Ukraine, as Moscow stepped up its attacks on key infrastructure ahead of winter. The twin strikes happened on the Southern Bridge — a transport artery connecting the east and west of »»»

First phase covers Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Al Dhaid and Fujairah passenger stations Abu Dhabi: Etihad Rail, Q Mobility and Parkin have signed a strategic partnership to develop and operate smart parking facilities across Etihad Rail’s passenger station network. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download t»»»

This is an interview for the European Newsroom (enr), which Tanjug is a part of. The European Commission wants Frontex to be able to deploy a rapid-response team within 24 hours. But agency chief Hans Leijtens draws a line at command: national governments must remain responsible. After Ceuta, the q»»»

President Iliana Iotova welcomed participants and creators of the Bench of Generations initiative to the President’s Administration building on the occasion of the International Day of Older Persons, which is observed on October 1, the President’s press secretariat said on Thursday. "The way we tre»»»

U.S. President Donald Trump has said in a Time magazine interview published Thursday that it’s “possible” he’ll ramp up bombing in Iran after the Nov. 3 midterms. When pressed further by Time journalists, Trump continued: “I can’t tell you that because look, you know, you’re asking, where are you g»»»