European leaders gather in Dublin under the shadow of hybrid threats
Ireland is mounting the largest security operation in its history as around 50 European leaders gather in Dublin this week amid growing concerns over hybrid attacks. The operation follows a wave of hoax bomb threats targeting airlines and media organisations across Europe, with Irish police reporti»»»
Viktor Orbán’s brother jailed pending trial over people-smuggling ring
The Buda Central District Court ordered the one-month pre-trial detention of Áron Orbán and his partner on Wednesday. One suspect was placed under criminal supervision, while another may defend themselves at liberty. Áron Orbán, the brother of former Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, and his associates »»»
Ex-court president seeks ECHR ruling over politically motivated removal
Péter Polt spoke on the YouTube channel called KözTér about his past as a Fidesz member, the termination of his mandate as President of the Constitutional Court, and the arrests that attracted widespread media attention. He said he had turned to the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) in order to»»»
PM’s ex-wife and former minister demands apology, calls herself the real victim in corruption scandal
At a hearing before the parliamentary investigative committee examining enforcement abuses in Budapest on Wednesday, former Justice Minister Judit Varga called on media outlets that had linked her name to the Völner-Schadl case to apologise. Varga said that not a single step she took as minister ha»»»
Several killed, injured in major traffic accident in Fujairah
Crash on Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Street involved a truck and several vehicles Fujairah: Several people were killed and others injured in a serious traffic accident involving a lorry and several vehicles on Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Street near the entrance to Fujairah, police said. Fujairah Police »»»
Kushner States Need to Involve Europe in Resolving Ukraine Conflict
MOSCOW, (Sputnik) - US special envoy Jared Kushner stated the importance of involving European countries in resolving the Ukraine conflict. "We need to have the Europeans at the table," Kushner told Politico following talks in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday. According to Kushner, the US has repeatedly told»»»
G7 Countries Call on Iran to Resume Cooperation With IAEA - Statement
MOSCOW, (Sputnik) - The G7 countries called on Iran to resume cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and committed to continuing to implement their obligations under the snapback mechanism for international sanctions against Iran, a joint statement read. Following the US str»»»
Hegseth and staff reprimanded by guard at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
Hegseth faces backlash after reprimand during Veterans Day ceremony at Arlington WASHINGTON (AP) — A soldier guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier issued a verbal reprimand to a group of advisers and staffers with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth following a Veterans Day ceremony at Arlington Nati»»»
El Niño could bring unusually heavy rainfall to UAE, expert warns
Rainfall could be intense if concentrated over a few days, astronomy expert says Dubai: The UAE could experience above-average rainfall as the El Niño climate phenomenon intensifies, with the possibility of heavy to exceptionally heavy downpours if the expected rainfall is concentrated over a few d»»»
Russia Will Call on OSCE to Respond to Reports About Torture Chambers in Ukraine - Envoy
MOSCOW, (Sputnik) - Russia will raise the issue of torture chambers n Ukraine at a meeting of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) Permanent Council on Thursday and will call on the organization’s relevant institutions to assess these events, Russia’s Permanent Representat»»»
China eyes greater security role in the Red Sea
“Somaliland is a completely different country from Somalia.” Those were the words of US President Donald Trump at an election rally in Minnesota last month. A few days later, China and Djibouti issued a joint statement rejecting Trump’s assertion. Somaliland is not an independent entity, they remin»»»
UAE braces for heavy rain, strong winds and another drop in temperatures
Mercury drops to as low as 14°C in mountains as unstable weather continues Dubai: Heavy rain could hit parts of the UAE on Thursday, as unsettled weather continues across the country, bringing strong winds, blowing dust and a further drop in temperatures, according to the National Centre of Meteoro»»»
White House confronts Democrats over planned probes, claiming possible ‘criminality’
WASHINGTON: The White House has issued a warning to Democrats over their planned probes into the Trump administration, going as far as claiming that such investigations — a standard oversight function of Congress — may amount to “blatant criminality.” White House counsel Will Scharf issued the warn»»»
Saudi Arabia approves consumer protection law with fines of up to SR8 million
New law also allows business suspensions and temporary price controls during crises Dubai: Saudi Arabia has introduced tough penalties for violations of its new Consumer Protection Law, including fines of up to SR8 million, imprisonment for up to two years, suspension of business activities and con»»»
How this retailer’s son stitched together his Dubai dream
Liverpool-born Stephen Wanless built StephenCharles on evenings, weekends and his own cash Dubai: Picture this, it’s a hot summer afternoon in Dubai and a job interview is underway. Questions, answers and follow-ups move back and forth across the table. But one question kept pulling at Stephen Wanl»»»
Investors converge on IREIS 2026, as Abu Dhabi property transactions surge to Dh171 billion
Transaction growth sets the backdrop as developers and international brokers meet at IREIS Abu Dhabi: As Abu Dhabi’s property market posts some of its strongest figures on record, the International Real Estate and Investment Show (IREIS) 2026 was held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (AD»»»
US 'Iron Gate' blockade push against Iran meets resistance from Iraq, Turkey, Pakistan: Report
US faces pushback from Iran's neighbors over 'Iron Gate' blockade initiative The United States is trying to extend its economic pressure campaign against Iran beyond the sea and air, targeting the country’s remaining land-trade routes. But Iraq, Turkey and Pakistan are resisting Washington’s calls »»»
Pope Leo returns to a national celebration in his second homeland of Peru
LIMA, Peru: Pope Leo XIV declared Peru his “homeland” on Wednesday as he arrived in Lima at the start of his historic visit, returning to the place that taught him how to be a pastor and where a nationwide party erupted to welcome the beloved “Padre Robert” home. Leo seemed genuinely moved as he em»»»
Sharjah mass wedding: 150 approved for November 24 ceremony
Ceremony will be held on November 24 under the patronage of Sharjah Crown Prince. Sharjah: Sharjah Charity Association has approved 150 applicants for its 12th mass wedding initiative, with preparations completed for the ceremony to be held on November 24 at Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Cent»»»
Afghanistan's olive groves give farmers relief from climate crisis
Afghan Farmers Turn to Olives to Combat Climate Challenges Olives tumble with a gentle "plop" onto a tarpaulin in eastern Afghanistan, an unusual, drought-resistant harvest offering hope to farmers who have struggled as climate change worsens water shortages. Drought and water scarcity affect more »»»
From 80 entries to the global stage: 24 student projects make the cut
Selected from 80 entries, projects will meet international police and forensic experts. Dubai: Twenty-four student innovations will be showcased to international police leaders and forensic experts at the World Police Summit 2026 in Dubai, giving young researchers an opportunity to present ideas th»»»
Democrat Colom wins Mississippi Senate seat, becomes state’s first Black senator since 1874
WASHINGTON: Democratic challenger Scott Colom defeated incumbent Republican Cindy Hyde-Smith in the Mississippi election for the US Senate, media projected on Wednesday, making him the Southern state’s first Black senator since the Reconstruction era that followed the US Civil War. The result was »»»
Bangladeshi photographer Pinu Rahman wins HIPA, world’s richest photography prize
Pinu Rahman wins HIPA for capturing resilience in post-disaster Bangladesh HighlightsBangladeshi photographer Pinu Rahman won the grand prize at the Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum International Photography Award (HIPA), described as the world’s richest photography competition. His winnin»»»
Eisenkot warns Netanyahu against Iran strike as Israel faces political transition
Netanyahu faces criticism over potential Iran strike during leadership shift Israeli politician Gadi Eisenkot has warned caretaker Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu against launching potentially dangerous military operations before a new government takes office, amid reports of disagreements over p»»»