Damascus, Nov. 9 (SANA) Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani met Monday with Jordanian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi and his accompanying delegation at Tishreen Palace in Damascus. The meeting was attended by Syrian Defense Minister Maj. Gen. Murhaf Abu Qasra, »»»

New system aims to cut routine permit approvals from days to minutes, with human oversight Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi has partnered with OpenAI to turn government laws, policies and regulations into machine-readable formats, allowing artificial intelligence systems to assess routine applications and comp»»»

The joint Omani-Indian naval exercise “Naseem Al Bahr 2026” began today, carried out by a number of ships from the Royal Navy of Oman and the Indian Navy, in the Al Batinah maritime area in the Sultanate of Oman. The exercise, which continues until November 12, includes many theoretical and practic»»»

DUBAI: Iran ‌defended a proposal on Monday to restart peace talks in as few as two days as the most reasonable offer on the table, after US Secretary of State Marco Rubio called some of Iran’s conditions “outrageous and ridiculous.” “Is it unreasonable that Iran ‌demands that ‌US illegal sanctions »»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Municipality has warned business owners against engaging in illegal commercial activities, including selling goods on roads and streets and using residential properties as shops or commercial outlets. In a social media post, the Ministry urged business owners to comply »»»

New Delhi, India: Toxic air in parts of India's capital New Delhi soared to more than 58 times the World Health Organization's recommended daily limit Monday, after fireworks for the Hindu festival of Diwali, air monitor data showed. Millions celebrate the annual festival of lights with fireworks i»»»

By Staff, Agencies The overwhelming majority of Ukrainian migrants living in Germany have no plans to return to their homeland in the foreseeable future, according to a report by Rheinische Post, citing figures from the Unity Hub Berlin counseling center. Since the escalation of the Ukraine conflic»»»

By Staff, Agencies The Iranian Foreign Ministry’s spokesperson Esmail Baqaei stressed that Tehran’s two-day proposal is the most logical roadmap for restoring security in the Strait of Hormuz, saying the waterway will remain insecure as long as the US continues its hostile actions against Iran. Spe»»»

Talks in Abu Dhabi are planned without European participation, Peskov said — Russia and Ukraine will meet there with US mediation, Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said. "What will happen in Abu Dhabi in the coming days are trilateral talks between Russia and Ukraine mediated by the United States. A»»»

From deadly Hormuz attacks to midterms, Trump addresses war, peace and political future Dubai: US President Donald Trump has signalled that he is not seeking fresh military escalation against Iran, while defending the war despite its political costs and expressing confidence that Tehran will eventu»»»

Prominent MAGA influencer Laura Loomer, who traveled to Kiev earlier this year to promote Ukraine and downplay its neo-Nazi problem, has secretly received tens of thousands of dollars for political posts on social media, the Washington Post has reported, citing financial records and people familiar»»»

Singapore, Nov. 09 (SANA) Gold prices edged lower in early Asian trading on Monday after stronger-than-expected U.S. employment data reinforced expectations that the Federal Reserve could raise interest rates in December, weighing on the non-yielding precious metal. Spot gold slipped 0.1% to $4,065»»»

The Israeli enemy continued its aggression and violations of the so-called ceasefire in villages and towns across southern Lebanon on Monday, with a correspondent for Al-Manar reporting that airstrikes and mock air raids had persisted over the region for the past half-hour. The airstrikes concentra»»»

By Staff, Agencies “Israeli” War Minister Yisrael Katz has warned that the entity is not done with Iran. He further accused Tehran of reviving its nuclear weapons ambitions and vowed to pursue offensive military action to counter any threats. The threat follows new US strikes against Iranian air de»»»

By Staff, Agencies US President Donald Trump has suggested that he may refrain from endorsing a successor in the 2028 presidential election, indicating that remaining neutral in the Republican succession race could be the better course of action. In an interview with CBS News’ 60 Minutes, Trump was»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The Russian armed forces have liberated the settlement of Vasylkovoye in the Zaporozhye region, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Monday. Ukraine lost over 335 soldiers in combat against Russia's Tsentr battlegroup over the past day, in addition to losses in manpower and equip»»»

Etihad keeps Riyadh and Dammam grounded; flydubai and Saudi carriers face fresh disruption Dubai: UAE travellers heading into the new week face another round of flight disruptions, with Saudi Arabia remaining one of the most affected destinations. While Emirates, Etihad Airways, flydubai and Air Ar»»»

RIYADH: The Federation of Saudi Chambers has launched the International Business Concierge, a support platform designed to help international companies explore investment opportunities, establish operations and expand their presence in the Saudi market. The initiative aims to help international com»»»

BEIJING: ‌A fire on Sunday at a high-rise building in Taiyuan, the capital of China’s ​northern province of Shanxi, killed at least 14 people, the official Xinhua news agency said on Monday. State media said 25 people were still in hospital, nine with serious injuries, citing authorities after the »»»

On November 12, 2026, its 185th anniversary, Sber will hold Investor Day — the main event of the year for the investment community. The bank will sum up the results of the current strategy's implementation and present a new three-year strategy for 2027–2029. Sber's current strategy for 2024–2026 fo»»»

By Staff, Agencies Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps [IRGC] Navy reported that no unauthorized vessels entered the southern route of the Strait of Hormuz overnight, following the destruction of navigation support systems in the area. Speaking to Iranian state television on Monday, the official»»»

By Staff, Agencies Argentine authorities have arrested a 49-year-old man accused of issuing death threats against Pope Leo XIV, just hours before the pontiff arrived in the country. According to Argentina’s State Intelligence Secretariat [SIDE], the arrest took place less than 24 hours after securi»»»

By Staff, Agencies US President Donald Trump has reaffirmed his support for two members of his administration facing potential impeachment efforts from Democrats, describing War Secretary Pete Hegseth and Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as “very fine people.” Speaking to r»»»

Perth, Nov. 09 (SANA) Oil prices edged lower in early trading on Monday after remarks by U.S. President Donald Trump eased concerns about further military strikes against Iran, amid continued progress in negotiations aimed at ending the war. Brent crude futures fell 64 cents, or 0.64 percent, to $9»»»

Proposed Dispute Resolution Oracle aims to bridge the gap between law and blockchain Dubai: The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Courts has published a new white paper proposing a global framework for resolving disputes in the on-chain economy and enforcing decisions directly against the»»»

With two major manufacturing facilities, a nationwide customer-care network, and a growing multi-brand commercial operation, Romania has developed into a major industrial and business hub for Beko in Europe. As the home appliances industry faces more cautious consumption, cost pressures, and accele»»»

Bulgaria's Finance Ministry plans to raise an additional €100 million in domestic borrowing through an auction of government securities, according to an announcement published on the Bulgarian National Bank's website. The bonds will have a 10-year maturity and carry an annual coupon rate of 3.5%. S»»»

Romania’s regional cities are entering a new phase of development, one in which large-scale urban regeneration projects are becoming powerful tools for economic transformation. Over the past decade, cities such as Iași, Timișoara, and Cluj-Napoca have evolved from secondary markets into increasingl»»»

Russia and the United States oppose increasing funding for the OSCE, Russian Permanent Representative to the OSCE Dmitry Polyansky said. “They [the Americans - ed.] are against any increase in the budget. This position suits us; it coincides with our priorities,” he said.Meanwhile, he noted, Europe»»»

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Tens of thousands of people, many of them dressed in red, marched through Amsterdam on Sunday in a mass demonstration aimed at pressing the Dutch government to take more decisive action against Israel over Gaza. The organizers of "Red Line" demonstrations in the Netherlands called for measures incl»»»

Wizz Air is facing two separate lawsuits brought by its pilots and cabin crew over the calculation of their pay during annual leave and sick leave. The cases have now reached Hungary’s Constitutional Court, as the Budapest Court of Appeal has raised concerns that the relevant labour legislation its»»»

The sports car joined the force in the 1970s and welcomed royal visitors Abu Dhabi Police General Headquarters has taken delivery of its historic Porsche 924 following the completion of an extensive restoration project carried out in collaboration with Porsche Centre Abu Dhabi and Al Ain, part of A»»»

Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) runs from Nov 4 to 15 at Expo Centre Sharjah The Emirates Publishers Association (EPA) has signed memorandums of understanding (MoUs) with the Sharjah Media Council and Publishing 3.0+ as it takes part in the 45th Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF), the as»»»

Tunis, Nov. 9 (TAP)- The simultaneous occurrence of summer fires and water supply disruptions "is no coincidence," said President of the Republic Kais Saïed. The Head of State was speaking Sunday in Bargou , Siliana, as he chaired the celebration of...»»»

Two trains collided Sunday south of the Egyptian capital of Cairo, killing seven people and injuring at least 125, authorities said. The train's conductor was among those killed. The Health Ministry gave the casualty toll, saying in a statement that over 70 of the injured were discharged after rece»»»

Lusail, Qatar: Baladna for Trading and Investment L.L.C. (“Baladna”), a subsidiary of Baladna Q.P.S.C., signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Türkiye-based Gürmen Group to explore the development and operation of a textile manufacturing facility in Syria. The agreement establishes a frame»»»

Doha, Qatar: In line with the Third Financial Sector Strategy, and in support of financial inclusion in the State, Qatar Central Bank (QCB) has issued regulations on financing Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) against point-of-sale (POS) revenues and verified electronic payment revenues w»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The Rassvet satellite constellation designed by Russian aerospace company Bureau 1440 is fully protected from physical, political and economic impact, Russian Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoigu said on Monday. "Vertical integration and localization of production of all comp»»»

President Donald Trump vowed a political comeback on Sunday after Republicans lost control of Congress in last Tuesday’s midterms, as incoming Democratic leaders pledged to hold his administration to account, and the attorney general promised to defend officials against threatened prosecutions. Don»»»

Doha, Qatar: Temperatures across Qatar are expected to drop noticeably towards the end of the week, the Qatar Meteorology Department (QMD) forecast on Monday. In a social media post, the department said the expected change in temperatures is due to strengthening northwesterly winds, according to th»»»

Renovation work on one of Hungary’s busiest railway lines has reached Kőbánya-Kispest station, where tracks and platform canopies are being upgraded. The works are also expected to remove several existing speed restrictions, helping to shorten journey times and reduce delays. Transport and Investme»»»

Tunis, November 9 (TAP) – A slight rise in temperatures is expected on Monday, November 9, 2026.Maximum temperatures will range between 23°C and 28°C, reaching around 21°C in the western highlands.Local mist is expected in the morning, followed by...»»»

By Staff, Agencies Nearly 50 countries are preparing a coordinated diplomatic initiative against the "Israeli" occupation entity over its genocidal war on Gaza, with a joint statement expected this week demanding an end to restrictions on humanitarian aid entering the besieged Palestinian territory»»»

Damascus, Nov. 9 (SANA) Syria’s General Farmers Union has established nearly 125 agricultural production cooperatives across the country since liberation, aiming to reduce production costs, increase farmers’ incomes and strengthen the agricultural economy. The initiative seeks to give farmers a gre»»»

Antalya, Turkiye: The world is entering a new reality where climate extremes are the norm, the United Nations chief Antonio Guterres warned Monday, urging leaders at the COP31 climate conference in Turkiye to "get serious". "A supersized El Nino is colliding with a planet already superheated by man»»»

The Election Commission of the General Assembly of Judges has announced the six judges elected to the new composition of Bulgaria’s Supreme Judicial Council (SJC). The elected members are Maria Terziyska, Deputy Chair of the Varna District Court; Svetlana Kalinova, a judge at the Supreme Court of C»»»

Israeli President Isaac Herzog formally gave opposition politician Gadi Eisenkot the first chance to form the next government Sunday evening. Complex coalition negotiations still lie ahead, but it marked a significant step in the former military chief's effort to oust Israel's longest-serving prime»»»

RIYADH: Joudi Al-Ahmadi and Lena Al-Shanafey have won the prestigious Rhodes Scholarships for Saudi Arabia this year. The duo will head to the University of Oxford in the UK in October next year to undertake post-graduate studies, joining a cohort of more than a hundred other scholars from around t»»»

HONG KONG: China is willing to pursue stronger ties with Iran, China's ​special envoy to the Middle East Zhai Jun said in talks with Ali Bagheri Kani, deputy secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council. Zhai met Kani in Iran, according to ‌a readout ‌from China's foreign ministry ​on ‌Mon»»»