Al Awsat 1m

Saudi Arabia to Launch Real Estate Indicators, Expand ‘Market Balance’ Program Nationwide

Saudi Arabia will roll out real estate market indicators in the first quarter of this year and expand the Real Estate Market Balance program to all regions of the Kingdom, following its initial implementation in Riyadh, Minister of Municipalities and Housing Majed Al-Hogail announced on Monday. Al-»»»

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Al Awsat 1m

US and Iran Begin Nuclear Talks in Geneva as Threat of War Looms 

The United States and Iran began indirect talks in Geneva on Tuesday over their long-running nuclear dispute, with a senior Iranian official asserting that negotiations hinge on Washington avoiding unrealistic demands as the US masses a battle force in the region. US envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared K»»»

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Al Manar 3m

Imam Khamenei: Even the strongest army can sometimes be vulnerable to setbacks that prevent it from rising again - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Imam Khamenei: Even the strongest army can sometimes be vulnerable to setbacks that prevent it from rising again 17-02-2026 12:15 PM Latest»»»

24 News Agency 3m

CEC of Kyrgyzstan prematurely strips MP Eldar Sulaimanov of his mandate - | 24.KG

The Central Election Commission of Kyrgyzstan (CEC) has prematurely stripped MP Eldar Sulaimanov of his mandate. The decision was made at a meeting today, February 17. The MP submitted a letter of voluntary resignation. Eldar Sulaimanov is the son of former Minister of Transport and Communications »»»

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France24 3m

Trump warns Iran of consequences ahead of new talks in Geneva

President Donald Trump cautioned Iran over potential repercussions if it fails to reach a deal with the US as negotiations mediated by Oman resume in Geneva on Tuesday. Tehran expressed cautious optimism over Washington’s “more realistic” stance on its nuclear programme. President Donald Trump warn»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 18m

Continue the Change Rejects Allegations of Interference in Petrohan Case

Continue the Change on Tuesday categorically and unconditionally rejected all allegations of any “interference” on its part in the serious criminal case related to Petrohan Lodge and Okolchitsa. In a statement issued by the party’s press centre, it said such claims are not merely untrue but constit»»»

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Business-review 19m

Romania signs preliminary deal with US mining company for critical raw materials refinery – Energy minister

Romania has signed a preliminary document with a US mining company that holds exploitation licences for rare deposits in Greenland, aiming to develop a critical raw materials refinery in Romania, Energy Minister Bogdan Ivan said on Monday evening on Antena 3 CNN. According to the minister, the gove»»»

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BBC 20m

Jesse Jackson: Veteran civil rights leader who helped reshape America

Jesse Jackson, a key figure during the US civil rights movement of the 1960s, was known for being the first African-American to make the jump from activism to major-party presidential politics. A protege of Martin Luther King Jr, Jackson built a career around working to politically organise and imp»»»

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Naharnet 26m

Govt. decision to hike fuel prices and VAT sparks road-blocking protests

The key Ring highway in Beirut and the vital Khalde road just outside the capital were blocked on Tuesday in protest at the government’s overnight decision to hike gasoline prices by 25% and the Valued Added Tax (VAT) from 11% to 12%. The government said it made the move in order to fund a wage inc»»»

Gulf News 29m

11 security personnel, 12 militants killed after attack on checkpost in Pakistan’s Bajaur

Dubai: A militant assault on a joint security checkpost in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Bajaur district in Pakistan left 11 security personnel dead, while security forces killed at least 12 militants, according to the military’s media wing. In a statement, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said mi»»»

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MIA 30m

Mickoski meets Schwarz Group management to discuss investments and job creation in the country

Skopje, 13 February 2026 (MIA) – During the 62nd Munich Security Conference, Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski met Friday with the management of Germany’s Schwarz Group, the parent company of Lidl and Kaufland. Prime Minister Mickoski shared on Facebook that they discussed the company’s investment »»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 30m

President Iotova to Meet Caretaker PM Designate Gurov, Expected to Present Cabinet Lineup

President Iliana Iotova will receive caretaker prime minister designate Andrey Gurov at the President's Administration on Wednesday, the President’s press secretariat said on Tuesday. On February 12, Iotova designated Bulgarian National Bank (BNB) Deputy Governor Andrey Gurov as caretaker prime min»»»

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Al Awsat 50m

France's Macron Eyes Fighter Jet Deal in India

French President Emmanuel Macron will meet Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Mumbai on Tuesday, as he begins a three-day visit to India focused on artificial intelligence cooperation and a potential multibillion dollar fighter jet deal. France is seeking to expand its military partnership with»»»

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Al Manar 51m

Israeli gliders drop three stun grenades in the southern Lebanese border town of Ayta Al-Shaab: Al-Manar correspondent - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli gliders drop three stun grenades in the southern Lebanese border town of Ayta Al-Shaab: Al-Manar correspondent 17-02-2026 10:57 AM »»»

Al Manar 51m

Lebanese PM Nawaf Salam tours Tripoli along with Social Affairs Minister Hanin Al-Sayed - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Lebanese PM Nawaf Salam tours Tripoli along with Social Affairs Minister Hanin Al-Sayed 17-02-2026 11:19 AM Latest News Urgent News Lebanes»»»

DW 52m

France's Macron in India to boost Rafale deal talks, AI ties

BusinessIndiaFrance's Macron in India to boost Rafale deal talks, AI tiesMahima Kapoor with AFP, APEmmanuel Macron arrives in India at a time the country is looking to upgrade its air force, with the Indian government having given preliminary approval to buy more than 100 additional Rafale jets las»»»

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The Peninsula 55m

India govt discussing age restrictions with social media platforms

New Delhi, India: India is discussing age-based restrictions with social media companies, following Australia's move to ban under-16s from popular platforms, IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said Tuesday. "This is something which has now been accepted by many countries that age-based regulation has to »»»

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RT 1h

US Senator Lindesey Graham hailed Israel’s defense industry

Republican Senator Lindsey Graham has said Israel is ahead of the US in developing cutting-edge weapons. Graham made the remarks in Tel Aviv after meeting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and opposition leader Yair Lapid on Monday. The senator said Washington should invest in Israel’s defe»»»

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RT 1h

Rubio baffled by Western war cheerleaders

The Ukraine conflict is “one of the few wars” that some in the international community have been cheering and condemning efforts to bring to an end, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said. The top US diplomat made the remarks on Monday during a joint press conference with Hungarian Prime Minist»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 1h

President Iotova to Meet Caretaker PM Gurov, Expected to Present Cabinet Lineup

President Iliana Iotova will receive caretaker prime minister Andrey Gurov at the President's Administration on Wednesday, the President’s press secretariat said on Tuesday. On February 12, Iotova appointed Bulgarian National Bank (BNB) Deputy Governor Andrey Gurov as caretaker prime minister and t»»»

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Al Manar 1h

Israeli Occupation Proceeds Gaza Attacks as Hamas Rejects Disarmament Ultimatum

Israeli occupation forces carried out a new wave of bombing and demolition operations early Tuesday, targeting multiple areas across the Gaza Strip in what marked a renewed field escalation in both the north and south. Israeli artillery shelled eastern areas of Khan Younis in southern Gaza, while w»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Prime Minister of Bahrain arrives in Doha

Doha, Qatar: The Deputy Amir Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Thani led well-wishers to welcome HRH Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the sisterly Kingdom of Bahrain Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, upon his arrival at Doha International Airport on Tuesday morning, along with his accompanying deleg»»»

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Libya Herald 1h

After a 10-year hiatus, CT scan service at Tripoli Children's Teaching Hospital restarted

The Tripoli based Ministry of Health announced yesterday that after a 10-year hiatus, the CT scan service at Tripoli Children’s Teaching Hospital has resumed operations. This comes following the completion of maintenance, upgrades, and the installation of necessary technical equipment. The service »»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Trump Says He Will Be Involved Indirectly in Iran Talks 

US President Donald Trump said on Monday that he would be involved "indirectly" in high-stakes talks between Iran and the US over Tehran's nuclear program set for Tuesday in Geneva, adding he believed Tehran wanted to make a deal. "I'll be involved in those talks, indirectly. And they'll be very im»»»

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Gulf News 1h

UAE extends Emirates Mars Mission to 2028 as Hope Probe marks five years

Dubai: The UAE on Tuesday announced a three-year extension of the Emirates Mars Mission (EMM) until 2028, as the country's landmark Hope Probe marked five years since its historic launch. The milestone that has redefined the Arab world's place in space exploration was announced by Ahmad Belhoul Al »»»

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Novinite 1h

Analysts: Gyurov’s Caretaker Cabinet Shaped as a "Triple Coalition" Around Radev

The emerging outlines of Andrey Gyurov’s caretaker cabinet suggest a strong emphasis on technical expertise rather than political weight, according to sociologist Elena Darieva, speaking on bTV. She said the approach appears focused on bringing in professionals capable of stepping into ministries i»»»

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RT 1h

Orban vital for US ‘national interest’ – Rubio

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has endorsed Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban ahead of upcoming parliamentary elections, calling his leadership vital to America’s national interests. Orban’s personal relationship with US President Donald Trump has translated into a “golden era” of relations »»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Expats in Qatar recreate nostalgic flavours of home as Ramadan approaches

Doha, Qatar: As the holy month of Ramadan approaches and heralds a time for prayer and reflection, expat families in Doha have begun preparations that binds mindfulness with flavours of home. In hospitable homes and warm kitchens of these families, meal preparations for the holy month of Ramadan ha»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

‘Jerusalem After the West Bank’: Israel Effectively Erases the Land of a Palestinian State

A day after an unprecedented Israeli decision allowing the seizure of land in the occupied West Bank, Hebrew-language reports revealed a settlement plan that would, in effect, extend Jerusalem’s boundaries beyond the pre–1967 lines. According to a report published by Yedioth Ahronoth, a housing pla»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

Australia Won’t Repatriate 34 Women and Children from Syria 

The Australian government will not repatriate from Syria a group of 34 women and children with alleged ties to the ISIS group, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Tuesday. The women and children from 11 families were supposed to fly from the Syrian capital Damascus to Australia but Syrian authorit»»»

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24 News Agency 2h

457 km of roads to be repaired, 22 bridges to be built in Kyrgyzstan in 2026 - | 24.KG

457 km of roads to be repaired, 22 bridges to be built in Kyrgyzstan in 2026 The Ministry of Transport and Communications’ budget for 2026 is planned to be 39,100 billion soms. Deputy Minister Beknazar Bazaraliev announced at a meeting of the Committee on Industrial Policy, Transport, Fuel and Ener»»»

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Novinite 2h

Bulgaria: Unofficial Lineup Emerges for Andrey Gyurov’s Caretaker Cabinet

An unofficial outline of the expected caretaker cabinet headed by Andrey Gyurov has begun to circulate, with multiple familiar political figures likely to return to government. According to information reported by bTV, the proposed lineup must be formally submitted to President Iliana Yotova no lat»»»

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RT 2h

US should benefit financially for any deal to last – Iran

The US should reap economic benefits from any potential agreement with Iran for it to be enduring, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Hamid Ghanbari has said. Tensions between the two countries have escalated in recent weeks, with US President Donald Trump repeatedly threatening military action agains»»»

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Actmedia 2h

Abrudean: Technical recession, temporary issue, collateral to reforms, which will be overcome

Senate Chairman Mircea Abrudean said on Monday that the technical recession is a "temporary" issue, "collateral to the reforms that have been carried out so far", which will be overcome, adding that in 2024 there was also a technical recession and "there was not so much fuss.""The current governing»»»

Actmedia 2h

FinMin Nazare takes part in Economic and Financial Affairs Council (ECOFIN) meeting, in Brussels

The Minister of Finance, Alexandru Nazare, will participate between February 16-17, 2026, at the meeting of the Economic and Financial Affairs Council (ECOFIN), organized in Brussels, where he will take part in debates, as well as in a series of bilateral meetings with counterparts from member stat»»»

Actmedia 2h

DefMin Miruta: Romania remains firmly committed to deepening cooperation with Japan

Romania will remain firmly committed to deepening its cooperation with Japan, both bilaterally and at NATO level, in the context of shared security risks, was the message conveyed by National Defense Minister Radu Miruta during a meeting with his Japanese counterpart, Shinjiro Koizumi, on the sidel»»»

Actmedia 2h

Oana Toiu - meeting with the vice president of Google Europe

The minister of Foreign Affairs, Oana Toiu met on Friday with the vice-president Google for Europe, Annette Kroeber-Riel, on the margin of the Conference for Security in Munich. ‘In a world which is more interconnected, digital infrastructure and IA innovation, but as well secured cloud solutions a»»»

Actmedia 2h

Defence minister: World is changing rapidly, and Romania must be among those shaping the change

The Minister of National Defence, Radu Miruta, said on Sunday, following a meeting held during the Munich Security Conference with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, that "the world is changing rapidly, and Romania must be among those shaping this change, not among those watching from the sidelines»»»

Actmedia 2h

At Munich Security Conference, ForMin Toiu calls for using EU funding for NATO defense priorities

Minister of Foreign Affairs Oana Toiu highlighted at the Munich Security Conference, among other key points, the need to use EU funding for NATO defense needs."Today, at the Munich Security Conference, I opened the working session 'Implications of Warfare with Autonomous Systems, Including Drones' »»»

Actmedia 2h

ForMin Toiu: We need stronger collaboration tools in maritime security

Maritime security in the Black Sea was the main topic of discussions between Romania, Canada, the Philippines, Norway, Iceland, and the EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs at the 2026 Munich Security Conference.The Romanian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Oana Toiu, participated on Sunday in th»»»

Gulf News 2h

Woman ordered to settle Dh150,000 in rotating savings scheme case

Dubai: The Al Ain Civil, Commercial and Administrative Court has ordered a woman to pay Dh150,000 to another woman after failing to transfer the full value of her share in a privately organised rotating savings scheme, locally known as a “jamiyah”. The court ruled that the defendant must pay Dh140,»»»

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DW 2h

France's Macron in India to boost Rafale deal talks, AI ties

TradeIndiaFrance's Macron in India to boost Rafale deal talks, AI tiesMahima Kapoor with AFP and APEmmanuel Macron arrives in India at a time the country is looking to upgrade its air force, with the Indian government having given preliminary approval to buy more than 100 additional Rafale jets las»»»

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Naharnet 2h

Iran, United States set for new talks in Geneva

U.S. President Donald Trump warned Iran of potential consequences should it fail to strike a deal with the United States, as negotiators prepare for the latest round of talks in Geneva on Tuesday. Mediated by Oman, the recently resumed discussions are aimed at averting the possibility of U.S. milit»»»

Sana 3h

Jordan’s King voices support for Syria’s sovereignty in talks with UK’s Starmer

London, Feb. 17 (SANA) King Abdullah II of Jordan stressed the importance of supporting Syria’s efforts to preserve its security, stability and sovereignty during talks on Monday with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer in London. According to Jordan’s state news agency Petra, Abdullah expressed Jo»»»

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Al Manar 3h

New Round of Indirect Iran-US Talks to Begin in Geneva - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe New Round of Indirect Iran-US Talks to Begin in Geneva 17-02-2026 08:39 AM A new round of indirect negotiations between Iran and the United»»»

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BBC 3h

Trump says he will be 'indirectly' involved in Iran nuclear talks

Donald Trump has said he will be "indirectly" involved in the talks between Iran and the United States which are due to begin in Geneva later on Tuesday. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, the US president added that he believed Iran wanted to make a deal over its nuclear programme. The se»»»

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24 News Agency 3h

Kozhoshev, Russian Transport Ministry discuss container shipping digitalization - | 24.KG

Russian Minister of Transport Andrey Nikitin and Arzybek Kozhoshev, member of the Eurasian Economic Commission’s Board for Energy and Infrastructure, discussed the progress of cooperation within the Council of Heads of Authorized Transport Bodies of the EAEU Member States. The Eurasian Economic Com»»»

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The Peninsula 4h

QBA discusses private sector challenges with MoM, PWA

Doha, Qatar: The Qatari Businessmen Association (QBA) organised a meeting with the Ministry of Municipality (MoM) and the Public Works Authority (PWA), attended by directors of key sector departments, as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance communication with the public sector and various economi»»»

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Al Awsat 4h

Moscow, Kyiv Set for Geneva Peace Talks amid Russian Attacks

Russian and Ukrainian delegations are set for another round of talks on Tuesday in Geneva as part of the latest fraught push by the United States to end the four-year war. US President Donald Trump is seeking to position himself as peacemaker of the conflict unleashed when Russia invaded Ukraine in»»»

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Al Awsat 4h

Italy Says It Stands Ready to Train Police in Gaza

Italy stands ready to help train police forces in Gaza and elsewhere in the Palestinian territories, its foreign minister said on Monday, as ‌Rome aims to ‌play a ‌role ⁠in stabilizing the ⁠Middle East. "We are ready to train a new Gaza police force, and we ⁠are also ready to ‌train ‌a Palestinian »»»

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