N'Djamena: Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Integration, and Chadians Abroad of the Republic of Chad HE Ahmat Kogri met on Monday with Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the Republic of Chad HE Talib bin Mohammed Al Mankhas. The meeting discussed cooperation relations between the two countries»»»

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia condemned on Monday the “continued provocative practices” of Israeli officials and extremist settlers at Al-Aqsa Mosque.The condemnation comes as Israeli authorities closed Maghariba Gate, one of the gates leading to the mosque’s compound, after 1,731 settlers stormed its court»»»

London: Oil futures surged more than four percent before retreating from their latest peak on Monday, alongside gains for natural gas and diesel prices, after US President Donald Trump rejected Iran's offer of a seven-day truce. High inflation concerns lifted government bond yields as markets bet o»»»

Motorists face delays on Al Ittihad Road, E11 and routes linking the two emirates Dubai-Sharjah commuters are facing delays on several major roads on Monday evening, with traffic pressure building around key crossings and connecting routes between the two emirates. The live Google Maps data shows t»»»

Sofia will test the National Early Warning and Public Alert System across the capital on Thursday, Sofia Municipality said on Monday. The test will take place on October 1, 2026, the municipality said in a notice to residents and visitors. It follows Interior Ministry instructions and will check th»»»

One-gram gold rings are being distributed to newborns in government health facilities Dubai: Authorities in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu distributed free gold rings to newborn babies in government hospitals on Monday under an initiative intended to strengthen public confidence in the sta»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Zionist Analyst Challenges Netanyahu’s Warning to World About ‘Barbarism’: Haaretz 28-09-2026 18:09 PM A member of the Neturei Karta holds »»»

Four-vertiport network will initially connect Al Marjan Island and Jebel Jais Ras Al Khaimah: Ras Al Khaimah is moving ahead with plans for an Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) network, with commercial services targeted to launch in the third quarter of 2027. The Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority (RAKTA»»»

A wave of Israeli attacks struck multiple towns and areas across southern Lebanon at dawn on Monday, marking a sharp escalation in hostilities. The assaults spanning airstrikes, artillery shelling, and controlled detonations unfolded under the continuous overflight of Israeli warplanes and unmanned»»»

LONDON: British Prime Minister Andy Burnham said Monday he would hold an emergency government meeting after five men were arrested over a suspected bomb plot at an airbase used by the United States. Burnham said during a phone-in on LBC radio station: “I will chair a meeting of Cobra later this aft»»»

JEDDAH: Two King Abdullah University of Science and Technology graduates, Rawan Alghamdi and Banan Alhazmi, have received the MIT–KACST Ibn Khaldun Fellowship for Saudi Arabian Women. Alghamdi and Alhazmi are pursuing postdoctoral research in next-generation wireless communications and membrane sci»»»

BELGRADE - The head of the Serbian government Office for Kosovo-Metohija Petar Petkovic met on Monday with Germany's new Ambassador to Belgrade Anke Holstein to inform her in detail of all of Pristina's escalatory and unlawful moves carried out by Albin Kurti to the detriment of Serbs in Kosovo-Met»»»

Ukraine has sent foreigners with combat experience to the area around the Chernobyl nuclear power plant, Sergey Lebedev, underground coordinator in the city of Nikolayev, told Sputnik. "Among the commanders deployed to the Chernobyl NPP, there are often foreigners who already have combat experience»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The reactor of the seventh unit of the Tianwan Nuclear Power Plant, which was built with Russia’s participation, was launched in China, Russian state nuclear corporation Rosatom said on Monday. "The reactor of Unit 7 of the Tianwan Nuclear Power Plant has been brought to the mini»»»

RIYADH: The Gulf-EU partnership is entering a new economic phase that extends beyond traditional trade to focus on investment in technology, artificial intelligence, and clean energy, as well as digital infrastructure and supply chains. The second EU-GCC Summit will be held in Riyadh on Oct. 24, ac»»»

Sheikh Sultan directs Human Resources Department to address the case from all aspects Sharjah: His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has directed the Sharjah Department of Human Resources to immediately and fully address the case of a wom»»»

Bulgarian Foreign Minister Velislava Petrova and Japanese Ambassador to Bulgaria Chikahisa Sumi discussed opportunities to expand bilateral cooperation and deepen the established strategic partnership between Bulgaria and Japan, the Bulgarian Foreign Ministry said here Monday. Priority areas identi»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Zionist artillery targets the two towns of Haddatha and Al-Mansouri, South Lebanon: Al-Manar reporter 28-09-2026 17:54 PM Latest News Urgen»»»

The European Commission is being pressed to deliver an animal cage ban by 2027 after failing to meet previous commitments. Several hundred animal rights activists gathered at the EU’s office for health and food safety in Brussels on Monday (28 September) to encourage a ban on poultry cages and on t»»»

Book features 26 letters reflecting nearly six decades of public service and leadership Dubai: The Arabic edition of "The Letters" by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, will be available in major bookstores across the UAE from 1st »»»

Court bars her from leaving Kerala, directs passport surrender as hundreds demand refunds Dubai: An Indian businesswoman based in Dubai, who was arrested over an alleged visa and job scam, has been granted bail in Kerala but barred from leaving the state without the court's prior permission, even a»»»

Bank Pekao and Raiffeisen Bank International (RBI) signed a cooperation agreement to support clients expanding in European markets. Initially, it covers the Czech Republic, Romania and Austria, with more countries to follow. Pekao is also in talks with a German bank about a similar partnership. The»»»

Bulgaria's Constitutional Court will hold an international conference at the Central Military Club in Sofia on October 15 to mark its 35th anniversary, the court reported on Monday. The forum will be the conclusion of a series of events marking the development of constitutional justice in Bulgaria.»»»

Tense US-Iran talks keep Gulf on edge as UAE watches skies and sea lanes The Middle East war has entered another uncertain week, with oil prices climbing, shipping through the Strait of Hormuz slowing dramatically and the United States and Iran struggling to reach an agreement to end the conflict. »»»

UAE President travelled aboard Etihad Rail from Abu Dhabi to Dubai ahead of services»»»

A fire that broke out in a villa zone near Sliven and the nearby village of Sotirya has been localized, with no injuries reported and no need for evacuation at this stage, the Sliven Regional Fire Safety and Civil Protection Service told BTA. A spreading fire in the eastern parts of Sliven prompted»»»

Beijing, Sept. 28 (SANA) China and the United States have agreed on reciprocal tariff reductions covering about $30 billion worth of imports from each side, China’s Commerce Ministry said Monday, following their latest economic and trade talks. Tariffs on around 90% of the products covered would re»»»

BEIRUT: Lebanon hopes for a new staff-level agreement with the International Monetary Fund, Finance ​Minister Yassine Jaber has said, adding that a full IMF program still required ‌Beirut to pass a final law to address losses from its financial crisis. Lebanon first signed a staff-level agreement w»»»

South Padre Island, United States: Elon Musk's Starship megarocket reached orbit for the first time on Monday after blasting off from Texas, in a major milestone for SpaceX's future plans, including trips to the Moon and Mars. The black-and-silver behemoth, standing more than 120 meters (131 yards)»»»

On September 26, 2026, HVD Hotels officially inaugurated the new Reina del Mar Conference Center, located within the five-star resort of the same name. This new facility expands the group’s expertise in the vacation sector to include conferences, business meetings, corporate events, and incentive p»»»

Hungary’s largest bank, OTP, is reviewing its strategy in Russia and is considering a complete withdrawal from the country, Chief Executive Officer Péter Csányi has told Bloomberg. The review comes as OTP seeks regulatory approval for its planned acquisition of Baltic banking group Luminor, a deal »»»

Annual ceremony recognises drivers, call centre staff and transport partners Sharjah: A total of 180 drivers have been honoured by the Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority for their commitment to road safety, discipline, service quality and customer care. The drivers were recognised at the authori»»»

Partnerships support national initiatives aimed at advancing the UAE labour market Abu Dhabi: The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation has announced partnerships with 11 private-sector establishments to sponsor Ministry and labour market events, as part of efforts to strengthen social resp»»»

New assessment to guide UAE strategy against financial crime through 2028 Abu Dhabi: The General Secretariat of the National Committee for Anti-Money Laundering, Combating the Financing of Terrorism and Financing of Proliferation has launched the third round of its National Risk Assessment (NRA) on»»»

Justice Minister Nikolay Naydenov ordered a new selection procedure for candidates for Bulgaria’s European Prosecutor, the Justice Ministry said on Monday. Under the EU regulation establishing the European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO), each member state participating in enhanced cooperation mu»»»

Washington, Sept. 28 (SANA) U.S. President Donald Trump rejected an Iranian proposal to end the conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but said he expected U.S. negotiators to hold further talks with Tehran this week. Trump announced his rejection on Saturday, saying Iran wanted a deal because i»»»

JAZAN: A rich collection of heritage tools linked to daily life at home, on farms and at sea can be found in Jazan region, reflecting residents’ skills in using natural materials to make cooking vessels, water containers, furniture and fishing boats. Clay vessels are among the most prominent, inclu»»»

JEDDAH: Saudi food businesses and international companies are using The Saudifood Show and Saudifood Manufacturing expo in Jeddah to expand partnerships, reach customers and explore opportunities in the region’s food market. The opening, at the Jeddah Superdome, was attended by Vice Minister of Ind»»»

RIYADH: Saudi aid agency KSrelief recently visited a rehabilitated water desalination plant in southern Port Sudan as part of efforts to support water and sanitation services in the northeast African country. The facility has two desalination units with a combined capacity of 3,000 cubic meters of »»»

JEDDAH: More than 126,000 pupils, teachers and caregivers across Saudi Arabia are set to receive online safety training over the next three years through an initiative delivered by INJAZ Al-Arab and supported by Google.org. The program will expand Abtal Al Internet, Google’s Arabic-language online »»»

Breaking his comfort zone: the insecure star behind Malayalam cinema’s new hit Dubai: “We conceived it as a very small movie. We thought it would hit the theatre with a good reception, but not such an amazing response. And it’s a massive hit now!” “Small” is doing some seriously heavy lifting there»»»

Iran’s supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei has described slain Hezbollah chief Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah as the "heroic prince of the Arabs and the great symbol of the Resistance Front," in a letter marking two years since his killing at Israel’s hand. “His speeches and initiatives strengthened the heart»»»

The Trump administration released new fuel economy standards Monday that relax regulatory requirements for automakers to control pollution from gasoline-powered cars and light trucks. Fuel economy requirements set out how far new vehicles need to travel on a gallon of gasoline. The change furthers »»»

CAIRO: Israeli ‌strikes killed at least two Palestinians and wounded several others on Monday in two separate ​attacks in the Gaza Strip, health officials in the enclave said. A woman was killed and her husband and others were wounded in one Israeli strike on the rooftop of their building in Gaza C»»»

Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, has praised his country’s fighters for allegedly preventing "enemy forces" from "roaming freely" in the Strait of Hormuz. Khamenei said in a message carried by the state broadcaster on Monday that Iran’s enemies now "do not come" closer to the stra»»»

US President Donald Trump said he expects more talks with Iran as soon as this week, reiterating his claim that Tehran desperately wants to “make a deal.” An Iranian security official called Trump’s rhetoric an attempt to manipulate the oil market. Trump made the remarks in a phone interview with A»»»

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is preparing a potential International Criminal Court (ICC) case against Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, seeking to use it as leverage in their escalating dispute, i24NEWS has reported, citing sources. The move follows Türkiye’s announcement last mo»»»

JEDDAH: Saudi Arabia’s Tadawul All Share Index fell on Monday, losing 102.66 points, or 0.96 percent, to close at 10,579.18. Trading activity totaled around 191.2 million shares worth nearly SR3.48 billion ($926.5 million), with 52 stocks advancing and 208 declining. The Kingdom’s parallel market, »»»

Albanian President Bajram Begaj convened the National Security Council on Monday to discuss the country’s current security situation and strengthen cooperation among state institutions. Representatives of the General Prosecutor’s Office and SPAK, Albania’s Special Prosecutor’s Office, also attended»»»

Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama is expected to meet senior political leaders of the ruling Socialist Party this Monday evening at the “Red Villa”. The meeting is expected to focus on an assessment of the “Prania Besnike” initiative and its implementation on the ground over the past two weeks. Whil»»»