Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has said Iran will pursue negotiations with the US after requests from "friendly governments in the region" to respond to a US proposal for talks. In a statement on X, Pezeshkian said he had told Iran's Minister of Foreign Affairs Abbas Araghchi to pursue talks "»»»

Abu Dhabi: Etihad Rail has launched a national awareness campaign to encourage logistics providers, manufacturers, and heavy industry sectors to adopt rail freight for long-distance cargo transport instead of relying on other land transport modes. Omar Al Subaie, Acting Executive Director of Freigh»»»

By Fajer Al-Hajeri KUWAIT, Feb 3 (KUNA) -- The Ministry of State for Communications and Information technology ended 2025 with effectively enhancing government operations, strengthening digital integration among government departments and keeping pace with digital economy requirements.The ministryآ»»»

U.S. President Donald Trump said Monday that Mexico would stop sending oil to Cuba, which is already struggling after supplies from its traditional provider Venezuela dried up following the fall of Nicolas Maduro. "It's a failed nation. Mexico is going to cease sending them oil," Trump told reporte»»»

The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has approved a new procedure for interaction between state bodies and local authorities when removing a child from the criminal justice system. The document is aimed at protecting the best interests of minors and implementing the provisions of the Criminal Pro»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Former US President Bill Clinton and his wife, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, have agreed to testify before the US House Oversight Committee regarding the investigation into disgraced US financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, Clinton's spokesman Angel U»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russian private company Space Energy is developing documentation for the Galaktika medium-class rocket, which will be equipped with a reusable first stage, the company's chief designer, Georgy Emelin, told Sputnik. "Work is currently underway on the design documentation for the G»»»

President Iliana Yotova has launched the second phase of consultations with parliamentary groups on the appointment of an acting prime minister, starting with the GERB group. At 11 a.m., the delegation, including deputy chairpersons Raya Nazaryan, Kostadin Angelov, and Denitsa Sacheva, met with the»»»

Russian soldiers helped to repel an attack on Niger's main airport in the capital Niamey last week which was claimed by the ISIS group, Moscow said on Monday. Niger's ruling junta earlier said "Russian partners" helped to fend off the rare assault on the capital, which saw 20 attackers killed and f»»»

Sudanese army forces broke Tuesday a siege by the Rapid Support Forces on the South Kordofan state capital Kadugli, two army sources told AFP. "Our forces have entered Kadugli and lifted the siege," one said on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to brief the media. Famine-hit K»»»

The second half of January was defined by the cementing of Saudi Arabia’s economic transformation and its emergence as a global hub for innovation and humanitarian leadership, reported the Saudi Press Agency on Tuesday. Economic structural transformation The Kingdom moved from planning to execution»»»

As part of Kyrgyzstan’s transition to a 12-year school education system, there will be no major grade jumps in the 2026/2027 academic year, a representative of the Ministry of Education of Kyrgyzstan, Olga Bryzgalova, said at a briefing. She recalled that last year schools enrolled both six- and se»»»

Doha, Qatar: As Qatar positions itself at the forefront of innovation, creativity, and AI adoption in the region, global technology leaders are increasingly recognising the country’s growing cultural influence and potential. Among these leaders is Cliff Obrecht, the Co-Founder and Chief Operating O»»»

Brussels, Feb. 03 (SANA) – The European Commission is preparing to present legislative proposals to ban imports of Russian oil as part of the European Union’s plan to complete its energy decoupling from Moscow by the end of 2027. According to a Commission statement cited by Italy’s AKI news agency,»»»

POLITICS Trud writes that President Iliana Iotova begins consultations with parliamentary groups in the 51st National Assembly on appointing a caretaker PM and cabinet, starting at the President’s administration with GERB-UDF and Continue the Change-Democratic Bulgaria (CC-DB). It adds that constit»»»

President Iliana Iotova said the most important goal is to have honest, transparent and well-run elections on Tuesday. She spoke at the start of consultations with GERB-UDF as part of the procedure to appoint a caretaker PM. Iotova will also hold talks with Continue the Change-Democratic Bulgaria (»»»

PETROPAVLOVSK-KAMCHATSKY (Sputnik) - The Shiveluch volcano in the Kamchatka Peninsula has produced another powerful ash emission reaching a height of 11.5 kilometers (7.1 miles) above sea level, which resulted in the red danger code being issued for air transit in the region, the Kamchatka Volcanic»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The price of gold climbed more than 4% on Tuesday morning, with silver surging over 8%, the trading data showed. As of 05:25 GMT, April gold futures on the New York Comex exchange were up by $193.69, or 4.16%, at $4,846.29 per troy ounce. Meanwhile, March silver futures rose by 8»»»

Ali Shamkhani, adviser to Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, spoke on the nuclear issue late Monday saying that Iran does not seek nuclear weapons and suggesting that if the talks with the US happened, they would be indirect at the beginning, then moving to direct talks if a deal appeared to be at»»»

The Saudi Ministry of Media, in partnership with the Saudi Data and AI Authority (SDAIA), launched on Monday two key initiatives at the fifth Saudi Media Forum in Riyadh. The Media Innovation Bootcamp (Saudi MIB) and the AI principles in media document were announced by Minister of Media Salman Al-»»»

MOSCOW, Feb 3 (KUNA) -- Russia said on Tuesday it would take appropriate military-technical measures in response to US deployment of missile defense systems and intermediate-range missiles in Greenland and Japan, warning these steps undermine international security and stability.In a statement, the»»»

BEIJING (Sputnik) - China and Russia have reached a broad consensus on multilateral arms control during consultations on strategic stability in Beijing, the CCTV broadcaster reported on Tuesday. The parties agreed that global strategic stability faces serious challenges, and stressed that they woul»»»

BEIJING (Sputnik) - China has taken note of the constructive proposal of Russia on the New START (New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty) and hopes that the United States will respond positively, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian said on Tuesday. "China has taken note of Russia's constructiv»»»

The Ministry of Defense has launched a public procurement procedure for the maintenance of Bulgaria’s Soviet-era MiG-29 fighter jets, allocating a total of EUR 58 million for a comprehensive overhaul. The tender has been published on the ministry’s official website and includes several stages of re»»»

Portugal is bracing for a new storm that authorities warn could trigger floods and further devastation, as the country ​still struggles with the aftermath of Storm Kristin. The Portuguese Institute of the Sea and the Atmosphere (IPMA) said late Monday that the new storm, named Leonardo, is expected»»»

Iranian authorities arrested 139 foreign nationals in central parts of the country during recent anti-government protests, local media reported Tuesday. Iran's Tasnim news agency quoted the police chief in the city of Yazd as saying those arrested were involved "in organizing, inciting and directin»»»

Dubai: Federal Minister for Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development, Chaudhry Salik Hussain, visited the Pakistan Consulate General in Dubai on Monday, placing special emphasis on pre-departure training and skill development for Pakistani workers heading abroad. During his visit, the Min»»»

Dubai: The Gulf should create its own version of Airbus to deepen economic integration and compete at scale in a more fragmented global economy, according to the International Monetary Fund’s managing director, who said unity of purpose would matter more than ever in the years ahead. Sign up for ou»»»

RIYADH, Feb 3 (KUNA) -- Director General of the Gulf Cooperation Council Joint Program Production Institution (JPPI), Sheikh Mubarak Fahad Al-Sabah praised on Tuesday the participation of media institutions and content creators from various countries at the Saudi Media Forum, saying it reflects reg»»»

A dozen Palestinian returnees were allowed into Gaza from Egypt late Monday after the long-awaited reopening of the Rafah border crossing was marred by delays. Their arrival came hours after a small group of medical evacuees was ferried from the territory into Egypt. The reopening of the crossing m»»»

The Korea Composite Stock Price Index, which reached a new high, is shown on a screen inside the dealing room of Hana Bank in central Seoul on Tuesday. Photo by Yonhap South Korean stocks shot up by the most in six years Tuesday, rebounding from the previous session's deep trough, as investors brus»»»

US President Donald Trump's decision to lower reciprocal tariffs on India from 50% to 18% has been met with a sense of relief in Asia's third-largest economy, even as precise details on the agreement remain sketchy. India paid the highest tariffs in the world after Trump raised import duties on Ind»»»

A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration's attempt to end deportation protections for more than 350,000 Haitian immigrants, who are allowed to live and work in the US legally under Temporary Protected Status (TPS). A day before the TPS was set to lapse, US judge Ana Reyes sa»»»

Doha, Qatar: YouTuber Prajakta Koli, who is among India’s most-loved content creators, voiced her surprise at the impact that K-drama and other foreign language films are having in the country. Advancement in technology and the expansion of multiple OTT platforms have enabled this shift, ensuring t»»»

At a moment when rapid technological acceleration coincides with rising digital risks and a profound reshaping of global economic power, the United Arab Emirates stands out as a forward-looking state that recognised early on that technology is no longer merely a driver of growth. It has become a pi»»»

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Tuesday sharply criticised WhatsApp and its parent company Meta over their data-sharing practices, warning that it would not permit any dilution of users’ right to privacy. The court was hearing a batch of appeals linked to a penalty imposed by the Competition Commis»»»

Iran needs to reach a deal with the United States, a senior United Arab Emirates official said on Tuesday, ahead of talks between the two sides after repeated threats of American military action. "Iran today needs to reach a deal," presidential adviser Anwar Gargash said during the World Government»»»

A meeting between the United States and Iran is likely to take place in Turkey on February 6, an Arab official told AFP on Tuesday, after Tehran called for the restart of nuclear talks and Washington warned of consequences if a deal was not reached. "A meeting between U.S. negotiators and senior Ir»»»

President Donald Trump on Monday said he is now demanding Harvard University pay $1 billion in damages. File Photo by CJ Gunther/EPA-EFE Feb. 3 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump late Monday said he is now seeking $1 billion in damages from Harvard University, as he lashed out at reports that his admi»»»

Foreign Minister Cho Hyun speaks to reporters ahead of his departure for the United States, where he will meet with Secretary of State Marco Rubio amid a threatened tariff hike, at Incheon International Airport on Tuesday. Photo by Yonhap Foreign Minister Cho Hyun said Tuesday he plans to clearly e»»»

The United States could deploy a ballistic missile early-warning system in Greenland, veteran Russian military analyst Alexey Leonkov tells Sputnik. According to the expert, Donald Trump’s ‘Golden Dome’ plans included Greenland, though that does not necessarily mean missile interceptor launchers wo»»»

BEIJING (Sputnik) - The United States is sending signals to Iran that it is possible to negotiate, but what is being proposed is tantamount to an ultimatum, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov said on Tuesday. "The [US President Donald] Trump administration is sending signals to Tehran t»»»

Doha, Qatar: Visit Qatar has concluded the Sealine Nights concert series, heldacross three evenings in January, reinforcing Qatar’s position as a distinctive winter destination for cultural and entertainment experiences. The performances brought together audiences at Sealine Circuit Sports Club (Ma»»»

Doha, Qatar: Swiss International School Qatar (SISQ) recently brought its community together for its much-anticipated Swiss Fair, a lively event celebrating culture, creativity, and community spirit. Held on the school campus, the Fair welcomed students, parents, staff, and guests for a day filled »»»

Doha, Qatar: Minister of State for International Cooperation H E Dr. Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al Misnad met yesterday with Executive Director of the International Centre for Transitional Justice (ICTJ) H E Fernando Travesi, who is visiting the country. The two sides discussed cooperation between »»»

TEHRAN, Feb 3 (KUNA) -- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian tasked Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi with conducting negotiations with the United States.In a post on the social media platform X on Tuesday, Pezeshkian said he instructed Araghchi to prepare the ground for fair and equitable negotiation»»»

A deputy prosecutor of one of the districts in Talas region has been detained on suspicion of extortion. The press center of the State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan (SCNS) reported. According to investigators, the prosecutor abused his official position for personal gain. He alleged»»»

President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov made an unscheduled visit to the state enterprise Unaa, where he met with citizens and sharply criticized the agency’s performance, stressing the need for immediate and tough reforms. According to the head of state, Unaa has seen frequent changes in leadership »»»

Doha, Qatar: As Qatar positions itself at the forefront of innovation, creativity, and AI adoption in the region, global technology leaders are increasingly recognising the country’s growing cultural influence and potential. Among these leaders is Cliff Obrecht, the Co-Founder and Chief Operating O»»»

Dehradun: At least three people were killed and several others sustained injuries after a Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HRTC) bus carrying over 30 passengers plunged into a deep ditch in Dehradun’s Vikasnagar area on Tuesday (February 3, 2026) morning, officials said. The accident occurred n»»»