Tête à tête - 'Iran has dragged us into this conflict,' top Emirati diplomat Anwar Gargash says
In an interview with FRANCE 24 on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, Anwar Gargash, senior diplomatic adviser to the UAE president, said Iran "has dragged us into this conflict", after the UAE was "the target of 3,300 missiles and drones" fired by Iran. After US President Donald Trump said h»»»
Tête à tête - Each side feels it 'could get a decisive military victory' in Sudan, Trump's Africa envoy says
In an interview with FRANCE 24 on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, Trump's Africa envoy Massad Boulos said that each side in Sudan feels it "could get a decisive military victory". Asked about Western Sahara, he acknowledged there is no "imminent solution that we can feel or touch". He als»»»
‘I hope France wakes up’: Young Catholics flood the streets for Pope Leo's Paris visit
Armed with paper fortune-tellers and pop worship songs, young French Catholics from the Anuncio movement fanned out into the crowds awaiting Pope Leo XIV's arrival in Paris on Friday, hoping to bring strangers closer to God in one of Europe's most secular countries. A group gathers aro»»»
Attacks on Ukrainians in Poland up 30% – envoy
Attacks on Ukrainians in Poland have continued to rise as public attitudes toward Ukrainian refugees deteriorate, Kiev’s ambassador to Warsaw, Vasily Bondar, has said. His remarks came a day after a Ukrainian man was detained over a deadly knife attack at a Catholic abbey in southeastern Poland. Po»»»
Tunisia and Côte d’Ivoire affirm shared determination to further scale up bilateral cooperation
Tunis, Sept 25, 2026 (TAP)-Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration and Tunisians Abroad Mohamed Ali Nafti had on September 25, a talk with Minister of State, Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Côte d’Ivoire Nialé Kaba, on...»»»
Qatar, Tunisia discuss bilateral cooperation in New York talks
New York: The State of Qatar and the Republic of Tunisia have held talks focused on boosting bilateral cooperation. HE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi met with HE Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration and Tunisians Abroad Mohamed Ali Nafti in New York on Friday. T»»»
Qatar, Global Fund discuss cooperation on health initiatives
New York: The State of Qatar and the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria (the Global Fund) discussed ways to strengthen cooperation during talks in New York. HE Minister of State for International Cooperation Dr Maryam bint Ali Al Misnad met with HE Peter Sands, the fund's executive»»»
Qatar and Norway Discuss Cooperation on Development and Humanitarian Action
New York: Minister of State for International Cooperation HE Dr Maryam bint Ali Al Misnad met with Minister of International Development of the Kingdom of Norway HE Asmund Aukrust. The meeting took place on Friday on the sidelines of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly. The two »»»
Qatar, Global Fund discuss cooperation on health initiatives
NEW YORK: The State of Qatar and the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria (the Global Fund) discussed ways to strengthen cooperation during talks in New York. Minister of State for International Cooperation HE Dr Maryam bint Ali Al Misnad met with Peter Sands, the fund's executive di»»»
Qatar and UN discuss humanitarian cooperation on sidelines of General Assembly
New York: HE Minister of State for International Cooperation Dr Maryam bint Ali Al Misnad held talks with HE UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator Tom Fletcher. The meeting took place on Friday on the sidelines of the 81st session of the United Nations»»»
Syrian, Romanian officials discuss expanding economic ties, parliamentary cooperation
Bucharest, Sept. 25 (SANA) Chargé d’Affaires of the Syrian Embassy in Romania Anas Badawi met Friday with President of the Romanian Senate Mircea Abrudean in Bucharest to discuss strengthening political, economic, and trade relations between the two nations. In a statement posted on X, the Syrian E»»»
Over 1,300 young Muslims explore faith, identity, and leadership as QF’s Second QIYADA conference opens
Doha, Qatar, 25 September 2026: Faith, identity, leadership, and the challenges of today’s ever-shifting world have been explored by over 1,300 young Muslims from across Qatar alongside scholars, educators, thought leaders, and other inspiring voices, as the second edition of Qatar Foundation’s QIY»»»
US Supreme Court allows Trump to use controversial voter 'verification' system
The US Supreme Court on Friday ruled the Trump administration can use a controversial new federal database that would ostensibly verify voter citizenship in November’s elections. Critics argue the administration is exaggerating the threat of non-citizen voters – an extreme rarity in US el»»»
Tunisia, US DFC seek to strengthen economic partnership
Tunis, September 25, 2026 (TAP) – Secretary of State for Energy Transition Wael Chouchane met Friday with a delegation from the US International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) to discuss ways to boost economic cooperation and...»»»
Millions in US northeast brace for powerful storm
Nor’easter threatens flooding, power outages and travel chaos across region New York: More than 40 million people in the northeastern United States braced Friday for heavy rain and strong winds as an unusually powerful storm for the season was forecast to crash into the region. New York, Boston and»»»
Qatar concludes participation at InnoTrans 2026
Berlin: Qatar has highlighted its plans for smart and sustainable transport at InnoTrans 2026, an international transport technology exhibition that concluded in Berlin on Friday. The four-day event brought together more than 3,000 exhibitors from 59 countries, showcasing developments across rail t»»»
Erdoğan reaffirms backing for Syrian sovereignty, addresses regional security
Ankara, Sept. 25 (SANA) Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has renewed his country’s steadfast support for Syria’s sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity, emphasizing that strengthening Syrian state institutions and counter-terrorism capabilities directly benefits regional stability. In »»»
Ivan Hristanov Kicks Off Presidential Campaign in Gotse Delchev on Friday
Presidential candidate Ivan Hristanov and his running mate Stoyanka Cherkezova kicked off their campaign here on Friday. Hristanov and Cherkezova were put forward by a nomination committee. At the event, Hristanov said that Bulgaria needs a presidential institution that is close to the people and i»»»
Tunisia and Japan mark 70 years of diplomatic relations
Tunis, September 25, 2026 (TAP) – The Tunisian Embassy in Tokyo hosted a reception Friday to mark the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Tunisia and Japan, in cooperation with the Tunisian National Tourist Office and the National...»»»
Leo XIV opens France visit with Paris 'popemobile' ride, warnings of AI threat to humanity
Pope Leo rode his "popemobile" through the heart of Paris and celebrated vespers at Notre-Dame Cathedral on Friday as he opened a four-day state visit to France. The head of the Roman Catholic Church raised existential concerns about scientific progress in speeches at UNESCO heaquarters and the Ély»»»
Vazrazhdane Presidential Candidate Kicks Off Campaign in Pliska
Vazrazhdane's presidential candidate Kostadin Kostadinov said here on Friday that his goal as president would be to restore the prosperity, independence, well-being and strength of the Bulgarian State. He said that one of the campaign's goals is to remind the Bulgarian people that they can be indep»»»
EU vows to pursue €120 million fine on X after US backs Musk's court challenge
The European Union on Friday said it will pursue a €120 million fine against the X social network after the US Justice Department said it supported the efforts of X owner Elon Musk to have the case annulled. The bloc fined the platform in 2025 for breaching EU online transparency rules, notably wit»»»
KAHRAMAA announces temporary traffic closure to facilitate maintenance works on water line
DOHA: Qatar General Electricity & Water Corporation (KAHRAMAA) has announced a temporary traffic closure involving the three right-side lanes on the road leading to Dukhan Road in the westbound direction. The closure will take effect from Saturday, September 26, 2026, until Wednesday, September 30,»»»
₹10,000 salary dispute allegedly sparks ₹240 million fire in India
Former accountant accused of setting textile goods ablaze after dispute with employer A dispute over ₹10,000 in unpaid salary allegedly led a former accountant to set fire to textile goods in India’s Surat city, causing an estimated ₹240 million in losses, according to police. The fire broke out at»»»
Resilience, creativity, and the behaviors of change-makers explored by young Muslims at Qatar Foundation’s QIYADA Conference
Doha, Qatar,: Themes of resilience in the face of challenges, unlocking creativity, and how changing our behaviors can have broader impact on the world were placed in the spotlight for young Muslims to discuss and reflect on during the first day of Qatar Foundation’s QIYADA conference. In a talk ti»»»
King Salman’s condolences conveyed to Mohammed bin Rashid by high-level Saudi delegation in Dubai
Prince Saud bin Naif led a high-level Saudi delegation to Zabeel Majlis in Dubai Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, received the condolences of Saudi Arabia’s King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud on Friday followi»»»
Plastic waste: Sorting station to be created soon in Hammam-Sousse
TUNIS, Sept. 25, 2026 (TAP) - A waste sorting station will be created in Hammam-Sousse, within the framework of a public-private partnership, with a total budget estimated at euro 330,000 (about TND 1 million), President of the Tunisian Federation...»»»
Trump confirms further meetings with Xi in China, US this year
Washington, United States: US President Donald Trump confirmed Friday he will meet twice more this year with Xi Jinping, saying they would have their third and fourth meetings of 2026 in China and the United States. "We will be meeting again in November, in China, and then at the G20 in December, i»»»
Israeli Enemy Carries Out More Attacks in South Lebanon
The Zionist army renewed on Friday its attacks in southern Lebanon, violating the ceasefire by executing a number of airstrikes and artillery shelling. Warplanes have been hovering in the airspace of the South since morning, and the enemy carried out airstrikes and artillery bombardment on the outs»»»
Russia Welcomes All Positive Agreements Between China, US – Putin
ST. PETERSBURG (Sputnik) - Russia welcomes US-China talks and all positive agreements reached between Beijing and Washington, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday. "Any positive agreement between China and the United States is welcome," Putin told reporters. The United States and China»»»
UAE condemns TPLF attacks and calls for immediate halt to fighting in Ethiopia
Sheikh Shakhboot calls for an immediate halt to fighting and protection of civilians Abu Dhabi: The UAE has strongly condemned the recent attacks by the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) and the armed alliance it has joined against the Ethiopian federal forces, the seizure of airports in the »»»
UAE delegation discusses Gaza, Sudan and global cooperation at UN
GCC-ASEAN ties, Sudan truce and Gaza peace plan top UAE agenda in New York New York: The UAE delegation participated in several key, high-level meetings on the second day of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly (UNGA 81). Dr. Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President, addressed »»»
Protesters in Sofia Demand Additional Measures on Gambling Industry
A rally held in front of Parliament on Friday night called for stricter measures on gambling advertising. The protesters' demands include the gambling-related measures already introduced by the government as well as the adoption of four additional policies, said the organizer of the event, Svetlin »»»
Syrian, Chinese officials discuss advancing bilateral economic ties
Beijing, Sep. 25 (SANA) Chargé d’Affaires of the Syrian Embassy in China Mohammad Zakaria Lababedi and Lin Honghong, Deputy Director-General of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT), discussed ways to deepen bilateral relations and advance cooperation, particularly in t»»»
Syria extends condolences to Kazakhstan over military training deaths
Damascus, Sep. 25 (SANA) The Syrian Arab Republic expressed its sincere condolences and sympathy to the government and people of the Republic of Kazakhstan following the deaths of several members of the Kazakh armed forces during military exercises in the Caspian Sea, in the Mangystau region of wes»»»
Arab League, US discuss latest developments in Sudan, Libya
New York: Secretary-General of the League of Arab States, Nabil Fahmy met Friday with Senior Advisor to the US President for Arab and African Affairs, Massad Boulos to discuss developments in Sudan and Libya. The meeting, held on the sidelines of the high-level segment of the 81st session of the UN»»»
Vucic: I will resign as president on Sunday evening
NEW YORK - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic says he will resign from his post in the evening of Sunday, September 27. "Sunday will be a busy day, I will resign on Sunday evening, I think around 8 pm," Vucic told reporters in New York on Thursday evening, adding that he would also provide an expla»»»
Suspect in 2022 Paris murder of Argentine rugby star Aramburu begs forgiveness
Loik Le Priol, one of the main suspects in the 2022 murder of Argentine rugby player Federico Martin Aramburu, asked forgiveness from the victim's family in a Paris court on Friday. Verdicts in the trial of four suspects – including Le Priol and Romain Bouvier, who both have links to France’s »»»
France: Pope Leo XIV keeps visit focused on faith over politics
Pope Leo XIV has declined a state dinner, the Legion of Honour and a private meeting with President Emmanuel Macron, keeping his four-day France visit centred on its apostolic mission despite official talks at the Élysée. While the Vatican cited scheduling reasons, some observers see a desire to em»»»
Naturopath Barbara O’Neill questioned in Qatar, allowed to leave
Australian health educator recounts late-night questioning before joining husband in Dubai Dubai: Australian naturopath and health educator Barbara O’Neill has said she was questioned by authorities in Qatar before being allowed to continue her travels and return to Dubai. O’Neill, who has an inter»»»
Trump made ‘final decision’ to allow Ukraine to produce Patriot missiles, Zelensky says
President Donald Trump told President Volodymyr Zelensky that he had made a "final decision" to grant Kyiv the licence to produce Patriot air defence missiles, the Ukrainian leader said Friday. The assurance came during the last meeting between the two leaders, Zelensky said, capping a period of un»»»
Talking Europe - 'Moldova is the best performer in my class': EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos
The EU has gone through seven waves of enlargement since 1973, but there has not been one since Croatia joined in 2013. Indeed, there are not likely to be any new members in the club before 2028 – some 15 years after Croatia entered. But 2026 undeniably has momentum, and is on track to be a record »»»
Talking Europe - Climate breakdown: Is the EU adapting to the new normal? Europe's summer of disasters
It has been called Europe's disaster year. 2026 has seen more than 30,000 excess deaths linked to heatwaves, along with mega wildfires, nuclear power plants having to shut down, gas plants under pressure, droughts reducing hydropower generation from rivers and wild fluctuations in electricity price»»»
Hungary-Ukraine thaw? Budapest signs major declaration
Hungary has joined a major international declaration expressing solidarity with Ukraine and calling on Russia to accept a ceasefire and enter meaningful peace negotiations. The move comes after a turbulent period in Hungary-Ukraine relations and shortly after Budapest and Kyiv became embroiled in a»»»
The Radev Cabinet Targets 3% Budget Deficit by 2027Opinions
The Bulgarian government has set a target of keeping the budget deficit at no more than 3% by 2027, alongside restoring a sustainable financial system and maintaining predictable tax policy, Prime Minister Rumen Radev said at a conference organized by the Ministry of Finance and the European Stabil»»»
Syrian, German officials discuss residence options for Syrians in Germany
Berlin, Sep. 25 (SANA) Director of the Department of Expatriate and Refugee Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Nahla Othman and Syria’s chargé d’affaires in Berlin Mohammad Baraa Shukri met on Friday with a number of officials from the German Federal Ministry of the Interior»»»
AKSA Composites, Akkök Group subsidiary, officially sets up in Tunisia
TUNIS, Sept. 25 (TAP) - Turkish company AKSA Composites, a subsidiary of Akkök Group, has officially established operations in Tunisia with the signing on Thursday of its industrial lease agreement at Borj Cédria Technopole.The project, which will...»»»
Economy Minister Discusses INSAIT’s Expansion and AI, Robotics Development
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy, Investments and Industry Alexandar Poulev met with the management of the Institute for Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence and Technology (INSAIT) – Prof. Martin Vechev, the institute’s founder and scientific director, and Executive Director Eng.»»»
Qatar secures silver in Asian Games 3x3 Basketball
Nagoya: Qatar's 3x3 basketball team won the silver medal at the 20th Asian Games (Aichi-Nagoya 2026) in Japan after falling to South Korea (10-19) in the final match. The Qatari squad, comprising Mohammed Hashim, Hamad Yassin, Nizar Mahmoud, and Mubarak Jama, delivered an impressive tournament run.»»»
Saudi Arabia’s Bet on Trump Leaves Riyadh Exposed as Regional War Escalates
Saudi Arabia is facing mounting security and economic pressures as the conflict in the Middle East threatens its oil infrastructure and shipping routes, while its longtime security partner, the United States, appears increasingly unwilling or unable to provide the protection Riyadh has historically»»»