Moscow: A US military transport aircraft made an unusual flight into Moscow on Tuesday, triggering speculation over its mission at a time when Washington-Moscow diplomacy over Ukraine has largely stalled. The US Air Force C-17 Globemaster III landed at Moscow’s Vnukovo airport after flying directly»»»

Iran has carried out what Bulgarian Defense Minister Dimitar Stoyanov described as a “very good hybrid operation,” which he said was unfortunately supported by Bulgarian politicians. Stoyanov warned that the operation would continue, but declined to provide details of the intelligence information b»»»

Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev said the government will propose constitutional amendments to restore the president's authority to freely choose a caretaker government. Radev said the current system has exposed serious weaknesses and could even lead to a deadlock in the process of appointing a»»»

The US Army has described Bulgaria's Novo Selo Training Area as an invaluable resource and one of NATO's most effective and operationally significant training platforms. In a publication on the US Army website, the facility is presented as a key element of the alliance's eastern flank, bringing tog»»»

The government of Prime Minister Rumen Radev is preparing a new procedure worth EUR 265 million for Sofia Municipality, while Deputy Prime Minister Atanas Pekanov denies that the money is being redirected from Northern Bulgaria. The funds are expected to be provided through an over-contracting mech»»»

Bulgaria supports the efforts of the “Coalition of the Willing” to assist Ukraine but does not intend to take part directly in any international force deployed to the country, according to comments by analysts discussing the latest developments surrounding the war and possible future security guara»»»

Bulgaria's parliamentary Defense Committee has approved decisions to increase the value of contracts for Stryker combat vehicles and to acquire seven Tripartite-class minesweepers, Defense Minister Dimitar Stoyanov said. He expressed hope that the National Assembly will approve the deals this week,»»»

Doha, Qatar: Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr Majed bin Mohammed Al-Ansari held a weekly media briefing on Tuesday, August 25, highlighting Qatar’s diplomatic efforts to promote a return to negotiations between the United States and Iran»»»

MAKKAH: Taif’s farms are becoming more than places of production, offering visitors a closer look at the orchards, harvests and agricultural traditions that have long defined the region. As summer arrives, Taif’s orchards bring seasonal color to its agricultural terraces, valleys and highlands, pro»»»

TAIF: The Saudi Camel Sports will organize the Taif Forum on Camels in Heritage and Media from Sept. 5 to 6 under the patronage of Taif Gov. Prince Fawaz bin Sultan. The forum is part of the events accompanying the eighth Crown Prince Camel Festival and aims to highlight the cultural heritage of ca»»»

The Central Election Commission (CEC) will meet with representatives of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights during their fact-finding mission to Bulgaria in September, the CEC reported during its sitting on Tuesday. The»»»

Neuhardenberg, Germany: German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Tuesday sought to assuage critics who accuse his government of doing too little against climate change after a brutal summer of heatwaves and drought. "We have to further curb climate change and at the same time better adapt to the consequ»»»

RIYADH: Teams working on Saudi Arabia’s Masam project removed 1,836 explosive devices from various regions of Yemen last week. The devices included 1,792 unexploded ordnances, 25 anti-tank mines 13 anti-personnel mines, and six improvised explosive devices, according to a recent report. The explosi»»»

Israeli so-called National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir announced on Tuesday the start of operations to dismantle a vocational training center run by UNRWA, the UN agency for Palestinian refugees, in the East Al-Quds (Jerusalem) area of Kafr Aqab, near the Qalandiya refugee camp. “Large forces»»»

Speaking to reporters on Tuesday, Vazrazhdane leader Kostadin Kostadinov said he would advise Defence Minister Dimitar Stoyanov to focus on his post's "primary function of developing policies that ensure national security." Earlier in the day, the Minister commented that Iran had carried out a very»»»

Riyadh: The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) welcomed the announcement by the United States ratifying the decision to rescind the designation of the Syria from the list of State Sponsors of Terrorism. In a statement, GCC Secretary General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi underscored that this step represents »»»

ALKHOBAR: For thousands of first-grade pupils across Saudi Arabia, the start of the academic year is heralded by a sensory overload: arches of vibrant balloons, wrapped gifts, music and decorated classrooms. But past the festivities, at the edge of the school gate, the reality of the transition oft»»»

ABU DHABI: The Department of Culture and Tourism — Abu Dhabi and Euroleague Basketball have announced the launch of the Euroleague Basketball SuperCup, a new competition that will officially open the European club basketball season. The first edition will take place at Etihad Arena on Yas Island, A»»»

RIYADH: A workshop on licensing mechanisms for falcon breeding centers in Saudi Arabia reviewed the steps for obtaining licenses and the basic requirements for establishing and operating breeding facilities. Organized by the National Center for Falcons as part of the International Falcon Breeders A»»»

RIYADH: Yemeni Prime Minister Dr. Shaya al-Zindani warned that his country would not remain an open arena for a cross-border project, stressing that the state would continue to build its capabilities to protect its people, institutions and interests, and that true peace cannot be a substitute for t»»»

Dubai: Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed traffic improvement works at six school-zone locations, benefiting more than 10 schools across the emirate. The projects, carried out during the summer break, included a new road, additional parking, upgraded access points and traffic»»»

Sharjah: The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCI) hosted an Independence Day Business Gathering for the Indian Business & Professional Council (IBPC), Sharjah, on 15 August 2026 at the Sharjah Maritime Museum. The gathering brought together senior representatives of SCCI, distinguished gue»»»

The direct Sofia–Yerevan–Sofia air route will be restored from November 7, Bulgaria's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on its website on Monday, citing information from the Bulgarian Embassy in Armenia. The launch of the route is the result of efforts by Ambassador Nikola Nikolov and the assistance»»»

Oman’s Foreign Minister Badr Al-Busaidi met with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi on Tuesday at the Foreign Ministry building in Tehran, and held talks with him in the presence of an Omani delegation, according to Mehr News Agency. The Omani Foreign Minister arrived in Tehran at the head of a»»»

In the UAE, where a meal can move effortlessly from machboos to pasta to sushi, food has always been a conversation between cultures. For Saeed Algaz, founder and managing director of Murmur, that conversation became the foundation for an entirely new dining concept. Located in Aljada, Sharjah, Mur»»»

Dubai: The US-Iran war entered another tense phase on Tuesday, with Washington stepping up economic pressure on Tehran, fresh threats to shipping around the Strait of Hormuz and some UAE flights continuing to face cancellations and delays. For UAE residents, the immediate impact ranges from changin»»»

The company expects to record a 20% increase in turnover in 2026 compared with 2025, with the professional segment becoming an increasingly important contributor to its business. Growth is supported by new projects and long-term partnerships with some of the most active fitness operators in Romania»»»

JEDDAH: Saudi Arabia’s cabinet on Tuesday stressed the need to keep the Strait of Hormuz, Bab Al-Mandab and other vital waterways open, safe and free from threats, as the Kingdom called for diplomatic efforts to reduce regional tensions. King Salman chaired the cabinet session in Jeddah, during whi»»»

The NK-3 engine for the Voronezh ultra-light carrier rocket will be displayed for the first time at the Technoprom forum in Novosibirsk, which opens on August 26, the press service of Russian state corporation Rostec said. The United Engine Corporation (UEC), a subsidiary of Rostec, will unveil a f»»»

Molodaya Gvardiya Boulevard in Bishkek has been officially renamed. It now bears the name of Imanaly Aidarbekov—a statesman and the first chairman of the Main Executive Committee of the Kirghiz ASSR. The renaming is part of efforts to organize the city’s toponymy and commemorate prominent figures i»»»

ALKHOBAR: Returning to Alkhobar for his first full season in the Saudi Pro League, Al-Qadsiah manager Brendan Rodgers believes his side will compete for Saudi Arabian football’s most prestigious honours this campaign. The former Liverpool and Celtic manager, who moved to the Kingdom last December, »»»

· The integrated Premier Global Money Account is a single multi-currency account, with a single IBAN and debit card which is the UAE’s first international by default account. · The launch underscores HSBC’s continued investment in its UAE wealth business and its confidence in the market’s long-term»»»

Ankara, Aug. 25 (SANA) Türkiye on Tuesday welcomed the United States’ decision to remove Syria from its list of state sponsors of terrorism, saying the move would support Syria’s economic recovery and reconstruction and strengthen its ties with the international community. In a post on X, the Turki»»»

The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) ruled against Bulgaria over the 2023 demolition of a Roma settlement, finding a violation of the right to respect for private and family life, AFP reported on Tuesday, citing the Court's judgment. In August 2023, more than 50 informal homes in Sofia's Orlan»»»

Doha, Qatar: National Archives of Qatar, in cooperation with the International Basketball Federation (FIBA), will launch the "Beyond the Court" exhibition this Thursday at the Cultural Village Foundation (Katara). The exhibition will run until March 27, 2027. The exhibition offers a documentary and»»»

A total of 700 sets of special uniforms have been handed over to volunteers of the VI World Nomad Games. According to the Ministry of Culture, Information and Youth Policy of Kyrgyzstan, the uniforms were designed jointly with the secretariat of the World Nomad Games. First Deputy Minister of Cultu»»»

Aug. 24 (UPI) -- Police in Texas came to the rescue of a kinkajou -- an exotic animal native to Central and South America -- trying to find shelter from the summer heat. North Richland Hills police were called out Thursday on a report of an unusual animal described as possibly a monkey or small kan»»»

An 8-year-old girl in Louisiana has died after being infected by an extremely rare brain-eating amoeba that is found in warm freshwater, her family says. Lillian Smart died over the weekend after being diagnosed with an infection from Naegleria fowleri, according to a spokesperson for her family. H»»»

Abu Dhabi: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a written message to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia, including an official invitation to participate in the 2026 UN Water Conference, which will be hosted by t»»»

Dubai: Trust and access to genuine properties are becoming increasingly important in Dubai’s luxury real estate market, as buyers look beyond online listings for homes that are actually available for sale. A recent Dh24.4 million sale at District One West Phase 2 highlights this trend. Brokered by »»»

Madrid: Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho said Tuesday he is "very happy" with his squad, which he considers complete despite missing out on midfielder Rodri, later signed by rivals Barcelona. Los Blancos revamped their squad this summer, signing six players including record arrival Yan Diomande, Ber»»»

The new school year will begin on September 15, as stipulated by law, Education and Science Minister Georgi Valchev told the Bulgarian News Agency (BTA) and the Bulgarian National Radio (BNR) Tuesday after attending a meeting of the parliamentary Committee on Education and Science. "There is no way»»»

The total amount of funding for the election campaign for the upcoming presidential and vice-presidential elections on October 25, 2026 cannot exceed EUR 1,022,583.76 per party, coalition or initiative committee, the Central Election Commission (CEC) decided at its meeting on Tuesday, approving the»»»

National Assembly Chair Michaela Dotsova opened the second session of the 52nd National Assembly on Tuesday. Bulgaria’s national anthem and the European Union anthem were played in the chamber. Tuesday’s plenary sitting was convened on an extraordinary basis by order of the National Assembly Chair.»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Central Bank (QCB) issued Government Ijarah Sukuk on behalf of the Ministry of Finance on Tuesday. The total allocated amount was QAR 5 billion. In a statement, QCB said the allocations were issued across different maturities as follows: QAR 2.5 billion (tap issuance) maturing on»»»

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RIYADH: Saudi Arabia welcomed on Tuesday the United States’ decision to remove Syria from its list of state sponsors of terrorism, the Foreign Ministry said. The ministry congratulated the Syrian government and people, wishing the country continued security, stability and prosperity. Saudi Arabia a»»»

The organizing committee of the VI World Nomad Games has approved ticket prices for events that will be held in Issyk-Kul region from September 1 to 6. Admission to cultural and sporting events at Kyrchyn gorge and the Kurmanjan Datka Center of Nomadic Civilization will be free of charge. Spectator»»»