Safeguarding human life is the highest duty, Gargash says
UAE President awarded flydubai crew a top honour for keeping passengers safe in September Dubai: Dr Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President, has praised the courage and composure of the flydubai crew honoured by President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for protecting»»»
Tunisian Navy simulates boarding operation aboard passenger ship during maritime security exercise
Tunis, October 27, 2026 (TAP) – The Tunisian Navy on Tuesday staged a major demonstration as part of its large-scale maritime safety and security exercise, “Safe Sea 26,” at the main naval base in La Goulette, north of Tunis. The event was...»»»
Pezeshkian, Putin Pledge to Deepen Iran-Russia Ties in Key Meeting
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Russian President Vladimir Putin reaffirmed their commitment to expanding bilateral cooperation, with energy, oil and gas development, economic exchanges, and joint projects topping their agenda during a meeting on the sidelines of the Gas Exporting Countries»»»
Industrial exports rise 8.3% to JD6.04b in first eight months of 2026
AMMAN — Jordan’s industrial exports rose by 8.3 per cent in the first eight months of 2026 to JD6.04 billion, up from JD5.58 billion in the same period last year, according to data released by the Jordan Chamber of Industry (JCI) on Tuesday.Industrial exports accounted for 93.5 per cent of the King»»»
Mining Sector seeks global investment at International Conference in Australia
AMMAN — Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources Secretary General Amani Azzam presented investment opportunities in Jordan’s mining sector at the International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC 2026) in Sydney, highlighting the country’s mineral resources and potential for partnerships with i»»»
Labour Ministry to launch 30-day campaign on employment, workplace safety, nurseries
AMMAN — The Ministry of Labour on Tuesday has launched a 30-day awareness campaign to ensure private-sector establishments comply with requirements on employing persons with disabilities (PWDs), providing occupational health and safety personnel, and establishing nurseries for employees’ children w»»»
Study highlights untapped potential for Jordanian Exports to Uzbekistan
AMMAN — Uzbekistan offers significant untapped potential for Jordanian exports, particularly in pharmaceuticals, processed foods, confectionery, plastics and packaging materials, according to a joint study by Export House and the Ministry of Industry, Trade and Supply.Uzbekistan’s total commodity i»»»
Court Leaves in Custody Eyup Temiz, Accused of Murdering Ex Politician Slavi Binev
The Sofia City Court ordered Turkish national Eyup Temiz, who is charged with the murder of Slavi Binev, to remain in custody pending trial. The ruling is subject to appeal. Binev, a former politician and Taekwondo Federation Chair, was shot dead at his home in Sofia on October 24. The authorities »»»
Presidential Candidate Iotova Argues Opponents Aim to Trigger New Political Crisis
The presidential ticket of Iliana Iotova and Kiril Valchev met with supporters and members of the public at the Revival and Constituent Assembly Museum in Veliko Tarnovo on Tuesday. “Just half an hour after the Central Election Commission announced the final election results, we are in Veliko Tarno»»»
Foreign ministers of Iran and Jordan, in a phone call, emphasize the continuation of diplomatic efforts to maintain regional security and stability - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Foreign ministers of Iran and Jordan, in a phone call, emphasize the continuation of diplomatic efforts to maintain regional security and s»»»
FIFA conducts inspection visits in Morocco, Portugal and Spain to select 2030 World Cup venues
Zurich: The FIFA has announced a series of venue inspection visits to Morocco, Portugal and Spain during November and December 2026, as part of the ongoing planning process for the FIFA World Cup 2030. The FIFA delegation will include representatives from key operational areas, who will visit candi»»»
Norway, Finland Russia's Neighbors, Their Decision to Talk Very Important - Kremlin
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Norway and Finland are Russia's neighbors, and it is very important for Moscow that they decided to talk, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Tuesday. "This is an important conversation. It is always better to communicate each other's positions from the first source. Norway a»»»
Brazil’s Flavio Bolsonaro leaves for US amid passport controversy
BRASILIA: Brazil’s Flavio Bolsonaro, politically isolated after refusing to accept election defeat, had his passports canceled on Tuesday as speculation swirled over his whereabouts. Bolsonaro, 45, was defeated by incumbent Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Sunday and is set to lose his parliamentary im»»»
UAE President honours flydubai crew for September in-flight incident
The honours were presented by Sheikh Hamdan who commended the crew’s actions Abu Dhabi: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has conferred the First Class Order of Zayed II on the flydubai crew members involved in September’s in-flight incident, in recognition of their cour»»»
Palestine:UN Commission Says “Israel” Continues Genocide in ...
By Staff, Agencies The UN Commission of Inquiry has concluded that “Israel” continues to commit “genocide” in Gaza despite a US-brokered ceasefire, while also committing crimes against humanity in the occupied West Bank. The ceasefire, which took effect on October 10, 2025, was intended to end the »»»
Europe...:Polish Cities Move to Cut Ties With Lviv Region Ov...
By Staff, Agencies Several Polish cities and regional authorities have suspended or are considering ending partnerships with Ukraine’s Lviv Region after a proclamation honoring Ukrainian nationalist figures associated with Nazi Germany during World War II. Last week, the Lviv Regional Council desig»»»
NBS: Money transfers underway through regular channels, in keeping with regulations
BELGRADE - In a reaction to reports by some media outlets, the National Bank of Serbia (NBS) said on Tuesday money transfers by financial institutions were being carried out through regular payment transfer channels, in keeping with current regulations and established procedures. The NBS continuous»»»
Putin Notes Increased Coordination Between Russia, Qatar on International Stage
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday noted the increased coordination between Russia and Qatar on the international stage, given Doha's significant mediation role in resolving the situation in the Persian Gulf. "I would also like to note the increased coordination on the i»»»
Russia-Africa Summits Lay Foundation for Moscow's Relations With African Countries - Putin
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The Russia-Africa summits have laid a solid foundation for developing Moscow's relations with countries on the continent, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Tuesday. "It is important that Mozambique was represented at the highest level at previous Russian-African forums, wh»»»
UAE President confers First Class Order of Zayed II on flydubai crew
The honours were presented by Sheikh Hamdan who commended the crew’s actions Abu Dhabi: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has conferred the First Class Order of Zayed II on the flydubai crew members involved in September’s in-flight incident, in recognition of their cour»»»
Entre Nous - Revisiting the delicate art of French patisserie
In this edition of Entre Nous, we meet Nour Kandler, a self-taught pastry chef whose approach to French patisserie is shaped by a deep appreciation for its traditions and the rich flavours of her Middle Eastern heritage. She shares her unique perspective on pastry, where classic French techniques i»»»
Costa speaks with Srdanovic, congratulates Student List on election win
BELGRADE - European Council President Antonio Costa spoke on Tuesday by phone with Ilija Srdanovic, who heads the Student List-The Students Will Win electoral list, and congratulated him on its victory in Sunday's early parliamentary polls in Serbia. "The priority now is to establish Parliament and»»»
ANS condemns storming of Informer television station, attacks on Pink TV building
BELGRADE - The Association of Journalists of Serbia (ANS) condemned in the strongest of terms on Tuesday a storming of the premises of the Informer television station, intimidation of its journalists and employees, as well as attacks on the building of the Pink television station. "The storming of »»»
How El-Fasher remains gripped by fear one year after Sudan’s RSF seized the city
LONDON: One year on from the fall of the Sudanese city of El-Fasher, allegations have emerged that the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces deliberately targeted hospitals and health workers during the 18-month siege. Some details of the atrocities carried out by the RSF in El-Fasher were already know»»»
Bulgaria Warns North Macedonia: EU Progress Depends on Protecting Bulgarian Rights
Bulgarian Foreign Minister Velislava Petrova said she sees no escalation in relations with North Macedonia over Iva Mihailova’s stay in Bulgaria, stressing in an interview with bTV that Skopje must fulfill its commitments to the European Union and improve conditions for Bulgarians living in the cou»»»
Just 23% Voted in Bulgaria’s First Presidential Round
The Central Election Commission (CEC) has confirmed that Bulgaria’s October 25 presidential election failed to produce a winner, with only 1,525,034 of the country’s 6,584,025 eligible voters casting ballots, or nearly 23%, according to the final results announced by the Commission. “No president o»»»
Israeli media: Election Committee has decided not to extend polling time - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli media: Election Committee has decided not to extend polling time 27-10-2026 20:14 PM Latest News Urgent News Israeli media: Electio»»»
Qatar Real Estate Forum 2026 opens with focus on stability, investment and future growth
DOHA The fourth edition of the Qatar Real Estate Forum 2026 opened on Tuesday at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC), bringing together government officials, investors, developers, financial institutions and industry experts to explore investment opportunities, market stability and eme»»»
Two men charged in UK over RAF Fairford incident allegedly linked to Iran
LONDON: Two men appeared in a London court on Tuesday charged under Britain’s National Security Act following last month’s security incident at the RAF Fairford military base, with prosecutors alleging one tried to assist Iranian intelligence in Britain. RAF Fairford had been used by US bombers to »»»
UAE President awards Zayed Medal to flydubai crew for bravery
Flydubai crew recognised for courage in ensuring passenger safety during flight President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has awarded the Zayed Medal of the First Class to flydubai crew members in recognition of their courage and efforts to protect passengers during a flight inciden»»»
Parliament approves bill to regularise unlicensed deep agricultural wells
Tunis, Oct. 27 (TAP) - The Assembly of People's Representatives (ARP) on Tuesday evening adopted a bill on the regularisation of the status of unlicenced deep agricultural wells, during the opening session of the new parliamentary year.The bill No....»»»
Saudi Arabia flight update: India-bound services resume from Riyadh, Indian Embassy says
Limited flights to India resume from Riyadh, passengers urged to verify schedules Dubai: Limited flight operations have resumed at Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport, including India-bound services operated by Flynas, while Saudi carriers continue to operate flights to India from Dammam, Je»»»
Iran:Pezeshkian Warns US Aggression Threatens Global Energy ...
By Staff, Agencies Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has warned that US military aggression in the Persian Gulf is threatening global energy security, disrupting energy markets and undermining economic growth. Addressing the 8th Summit of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) in Moscow on Tues»»»
In charge of managing QCAA holds meetings with civil aviation chiefs from eight countries
Doha: In Charge of Managing Qatar Civil Aviation Authority (QCAA) Mohammed bin Faleh Al Hajri held separate bilateral meetings with heads of civil aviation authorities from the Republic of Yemen, the Sultanate of Oman, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the Republic of Lebanon, the State of Libya, th»»»
PM Says Cabinet to Submit Budget Bill by End-October, to Retain Social Programme, Pension, Maternity Benefit Increases
Addressing reporters here on Tuesday, Prime Minister Rumen Radev said that the government was firmly determined to preserve the social programme, incomes, and increases in pensions and maternity benefits in the 2027 state budget, despite the European Commission’s recommendations. He noted that the »»»
Hezbollah MP Ali Ammar: US Must Keep Its Hands and Proxies Off Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah MP Ali Ammar: US Must Keep Its Hands and Proxies Off Lebanon 27-10-2026 19:43 PM Lebanese MP Ali Ammar, Member of Hezbollah's Loy»»»
Brazil’s Bolsonaro has passports canceled as whereabouts unclear
BRASILIA: Brazil’s Flavio Bolsonaro, politically isolated after refusing to accept election defeat, had his passports canceled on Tuesday as speculation swirled over his whereabouts. Bolsonaro, 45, was defeated by incumbent Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Sunday and is set to lose his parliamentary im»»»
Israeli forces impose restrictions in Hebron for 5th consecutive day
LONDON: Israeli forces placed Palestinian areas of Hebron city in the south of the occupied West Bank under movement restrictions for the fifth consecutive day on Tuesday, the Palestinian Authority said. Forces fired tear gas canisters toward the city’s Al-Ahli Hospital, causing gas to seep into pa»»»
Syria urges civilian protection after deadly Jordanian airstrikes
LONDON: Syria’s Interior Ministry said on Tuesday it was working with the relevant authorities to establish the circumstances surrounding Jordanian airstrikes in Daraa province, stressing that efforts to secure the border must not endanger civilians. The strikes on Monday evening killed seven civil»»»
Arab Fund chairman reaffirms commitment to supporting Tunisia’s development efforts
Tunis, October 27, 2026 (TAP) – The Arab Fund for Economic and Social Development has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Tunisia’s development efforts, with a focus on strengthening infrastructure, improving living conditions, and promoting...»»»
PM Says Cabinet Will Retain Social Programme, Pension and Maternity Benefit Increases in 2027 Budget, Meet Submission Deadline
Addressing reporters here on Tuesday, Prime Minister Rumen Radev said that the government was firmly determined to preserve the social programme, incomes, and increases in pensions and maternity benefits in the 2027 state budget, despite the European Commission’s recommendations. He noted that the »»»
Press Review - Israeli election: A referendum on 'Bibi' Netanyahu?
PRESS REVIEW – Tuesday, October 27: The Israeli, Palestinian and Lebanese papers break down what's at stake on election day for Israel and its neighbours. Also, the French government announces its first major concessions to protesting high school students, hoping to calm the movement. Finally, Harr»»»
Israel elections: voter turnout reaches 55% by 4pm local time
Israelis flocked to the polls Tuesday (October 27) in turnout unseen in decades, with a deeply divided electorate delivering a verdict on veteran right-wing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the first election since the October 7, 2023 attack. FRANCE24's Kethevane Gorjestani tells us more.»»»
Turnout high as Israeli voters deliver verdict on Netanyahu
Israelis flocked to the polls Tuesday (October 27) in turnout unseen in decades, with a deeply divided electorate delivering a verdict on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the first election since the October 7, 2023 attack. Former FRANCE 24 correspondent, Irris Makler, tells us more.»»»
Amir meets Russia's Rosneft CEO
Moscow: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani met Tuesday at his residence with HE CEO of Russia's Rosneft, Igor Sechin, on the sidelines of the 8th Summit of Heads of State and Government of the Member Countries of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF), held at the World Trade Center in M»»»
Bulgaria Seeks to Identify Origin of Drones Involved in Attacks on Black Sea Commercial Vessels
Bulgaria is doing everything possible to obtain evidence as quickly as possible about the origin of drones involved in recent attacks against commercial vessels near the Bulgarian coast in the Black Sea, Foreign Minister Velislava Petrova said in an interview with bTV on Tuesday. She said the gover»»»
Pristina court extends custody for nine Kosovo-Metohija Serbs for two more months
PRISTINA - Pristina's supreme court has extended custody for nine Kosovo-Metohija Serbs suspected of alleged war crimes for two more months, rejecting their attorneys' requests for protection of legality as unfounded. "Milos Raskovic, my client, is also named as a witness in his own trial. In a com»»»
Russia’s Arctic LNG Technology Could Open the Door to US Cooperation, but Sanctions Must Go – Expert
The Americans are interested in applying proven Russian gas extraction technologies in the Arctic, Igor Yushkov, a leading expert at the Financial University and the National Energy Security Fund, tells Sputnik, commenting on President Vladimir Putin's remarks about potential Russo-American energy »»»
Sweden bans direct access to ChatGPT and Claude on government work computers
Microsoft Copilot remains approved after security checks, with limited access to AI tools Dubai: Sweden has blocked government staff from accessing the web versions of ChatGPT and Claude on their work computers, citing concerns that sensitive information could be exposed through artificial intellig»»»