Fresh Israeli Strike on South Lebanon Kills One
An Israeli strike on southern Lebanon killed one person on Saturday, the Lebanese health ministry said, in the latest attack on the area despite a nearly year-long ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah. In a statement, the ministry said that "an Israeli enemy strike" on a vehicle in Zawtar al-Shar»»»
President's initiative on Central Asia –Territory of Peace platform discussed - | 24.KG
A roundtable discussion «Central Asia: Civilizational Role, Contemporary Challenges, and Development Prospects» was held at the K. Dikambaev Diplomatic Academy. The roundtable was dedicated to President Sadyr Japarov’s initiative to establish Central Asia — Territory of Peace international platform»»»
Global Terrorism Index: Kyrgyzstan ranked among safest countries in the world - | 24.KG
Kyrgyzstan has been recognized as one of the safest countries in the world, according to the 2025 Global Terrorism Index. The country ranks 100th with a zero terrorism threat score. In terms of safety, Kyrgyzstan outperformed Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, Tajikistan, Armenia, Turkey, the UAE, China, and »»»
National Ombudsman Takes Part in European Citizens’ Rights Protection Meetings in Brussels
Bulgaria’s National Ombudsman Velislava Delcheva participated in two annual events for human rights institutions in Europe – the Annual Conference of the European Network of Ombudsmen and the Annual General Assembly of the European Network of National Human Rights Institutions, her press office sai»»»
Number of children abducted in Nigerian school attack raised to more than 300
A total of 303 schoolchildren and 12 teachers were abducted by gunmen during an attack on St. Mary’s School, a Catholic institution in north-central Nigeria’s Niger state, the Christian Association of Nigeria said Saturday, updating an earlier tally of 215 schoolchildren. The tally was changed “aft»»»
Chinese Navy: US, China Held Maritime Security Talks in Hawaii
The US and Chinese militaries this week held "frank and constructive" maritime security talks, the Chinese navy said on Saturday, as the two superpowers gradually restore military-to-military communications after several months of trade tensions. The working-level meetings took place November 18-20»»»
Kyrgyzstan in top 100 of Global Innovation Index - | 24.KG
Kyrgyzstan has entered the top 100 of the Global Innovation Index (GII), compiled by the World Intellectual Property Organization. This year, Kyrgyzstan ranks 96th out of 139 countries. Within the Central and South Asia region, the country takes 6th place. Kyrgyzstan shows notable progress in human»»»
Fake SCNS officer detained in Chui region after defrauding citizens of 3 million - | 24.KG
A man posing as an officer of the State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan (SCNS) has been detained in Chui region for fraudulently obtaining a large sum of money from citizens, the SCNS press service reported. According to the state committee, the suspect, N.Kh.A., introduced himself as»»»
Detention of Temirlan Sultanbekov: Kadyr Atambayev being questioned - | 24.KG
Kadyrbek Atambayev, the son of former president of Kyrgyzstan Almazbek Atambayev, is currently being questioned by authorities. Kaktus.media reported, citing sources in law enforcement agencies. According to these sources, Kadyrbek Atambayev is being interrogated in connection with a case involving»»»
Heavy Rainfall Causes Flooding and Disruptions Across Southwest Bulgaria
Southwest Bulgaria was hit by intense rainfall over the past 24 hours, triggering localized flooding, drainage overflows, alerts and emergency responses in several towns, including Sandanski, Petrich, Rupite, Razlog, and Blagoevgrad. In Sandanski, the municipality processed around ten flooding repo»»»
Ukrainian Military Officials Probed for Stealing US Funds for AIDS Prevention in Ukraine
Ukraine's officials are under investigation for conspiring to embezzle funds from a key international assistance program, the US President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), leading to the theft of at least $160,000. Officials from the Command of the Medical Forces of the Armed Forces of Uk»»»
Aftershock rocks Bangladesh as quake death toll rises to 10
Dhaka: A low-magnitude tremor hit Bangladesh on Saturday, the national meterological service said, a day after a powerful earthquake struck outside the capital Dhaka and killed at least 10 people. Updating earlier tolls from Friday's 5.5-magnitude quake, disaster management official Ishtiaqe Ahmed »»»
Australia's Head smashes 69-ball century against England
Perth, Australia: Explosive makeshift opener Travis Head slammed the first century of the Ashes series Saturday and the second fastest ever by an Australian to power the hosts within sight of victory in a high-octane first Test. Head surged to three figures off just 69 balls, crunching 12 fours and»»»
Kuwait Air Force, Navy to conduct live-fire exercises Mon., Tues.
KUWAIT, Nov 22 (KUNA) -- Kuwait's Air Force and Navy are scheduled to conduct live-fire exercises on Monday and Tuesday (November 24-25) from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm, announced the country's army on Saturday.The drills are to be carried out in the marine shooting range at a distance of 16.5 nautical mil»»»
US Reportedly Pushing a Hamas-Free ‘Green Zone’ in Gaza
The US is pushing ahead with plans to build communities for Palestinians on the Israeli side of the line dividing Gaza, bringing in teams of engineers and starting to clear sites in hopes of pulling civilians away from areas controlled by Hamas, The Wall Street Journal reported. The effort is a tac»»»
Archaeologist arrested with links to ‘the Skull’
Police have arrested an archaeologist in Athens who is accused of helping manage the private antiquities collection of a Bulgarian businessman known in his country by the nickname “the Skull.” Investigators found 474 items in the suspect’s home, including pottery shards, vessel fragments and small »»»
Sofia Mayor Terziev Rules Out Public Transport Fare Hike, Announces EUR 0.80 Ticket
In a Nova TV interview on Saturday, Sofia Mayor Vassil Terziev said that the price of a single ticket for public transport in the capital will not be increased and will even be rounded down to EUR 0.80 after the euro is adopted. He also assured that subscription card prices will remain unchanged. C»»»
South Africa opens G20 summit by stressing need for 'multilateralism'
Johannesburg: South African President Cyril Ramaphosa opened a G20 summit in Johannesburg on Saturday by emphasising the need for "multilateralism" to confront "the threats facing humanity today". His call was made to a room full of leaders from major economies around the world -- with the notable »»»
Kyrgyzstanis win medals at Belt Wrestling World Cup - | 24.KG
The national team of Kyrgyzstan won medals at the Belt Wrestling World Cup in Ufa, Bashkortostan, Russia. The State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports reported on social media. In the over-100 kg weight class, Baktiyar Mirlan uulu took second place. Tolubai Shukurov (up to 62 kg) and Bayaman My»»»
Tunisia: Olive groves account for 20% of world’s cultivated area (Agriculture Minister)
Tunis, 22 Nov. 2025 (TAP) – Olive groves in Tunisia account for 20% of the world’s total area dedicated to this crop, said Minister of Agriculture, Water Resources and Fisheries, Ezzeddine Ben Cheikh, during his participation in the celebration of...»»»
Two Martyrs in South Lebanon as Israeli Enemy Steps Up Ceasefire Violations
Two people were martyred in Israeli attacks on south Lebanon on Saturday and Friday as the Israeli enemy goes ahead with violations of ceasefire that ended brutal Zionist war on Lebanon in late 2024. Al-Manar correspondent in south Lebanon reported an Israeli drone strike on a Rapid vehicle in the »»»
Israeli occupation airstrike kills one person in S. Lebanon
BEIRUT, Nov 22 (KUNA) -- Lebanon's Ministry of Public Health announced Saturday that one person was killed in an airstrike carried out by the Israeli occupation in southern Lebanon.The ministry's Public Health Emergency Operation Center (PHEOC) said in a statement that the Israeli occupation target»»»
Sleet and sticking snow ahead: Hungarian Railways and road operators boost winter readiness
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Dubai Shopping Festival 2025 to kick off on December 5
Dubai: Dubai will kick off the 31st edition of its flagship Dubai Shopping Festival on December 5, 2025, transforming the city into a winter destination of concerts, culinary experiences, cultural programming and large-scale retail promotions that will run through January 11, 2026. Organised by the»»»
Cummins says 'half a chance' for second Ashes Test
Perth, Australia: Injured Australia captain Pat Cummins on Saturday rated himself as "half a chance" to play in the second Ashes Test against England at Brisbane in a fortnight. The 32-year-old pace spearhead has not played since picking up a lower back injury against the West Indies four months ag»»»
Trump to End Temporary Protected Status for Somalis in Minnesota
US President Donald Trump on Friday said he was immediately terminating temporary deportation protections for Somalis living in Minnesota, accelerating the end of a program that began in 1991 under another Republican president. "Somali gangs are terrorizing the people of that great State, and BILLI»»»
Moments of shock: 'I saw India’s Tejas fighter go down at Dubai Airshow'
Dubai: A pall of gloom settled over the final day of the Dubai Airshow 2025 after a fighter jet, believed to be India’s Tejas, crashed during an aerobatic display. Since opening day, the aerial show had drawn huge crowds. By early afternoon, hundreds of visitors were streaming in for the last round»»»
UAE President begins visit to Bahrain
Bahrain: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan arrived today in Bahrain on a working visit. Upon his arrival at Sakhir Air Base, he was welcomed by King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, along with several senior officials and members of the royal family. Sheikh Mohamed was accompan»»»
Christian group says 315 seized in latest Nigerian school kidnapping
Lagos: A Christian group on Saturday said 315 students and teachers were seized a day earlier in Nigeria's second mass school abduction in a week, as security fears mounted in Africa's most populous nation. The early Friday raid on St Mary's school in Niger state in central Nigeria came after gunme»»»
Vietnam flooding death toll rises to 55
Hanoi: Rescuers raced to find more than a dozen people still missing on Saturday after a week of heavy flooding in Vietnam, where authorities said at least 55 people have died. Relentless rain has lashed south-central Vietnam since late October and popular holiday destinations have been hit by seve»»»
Egypt’s PM from South Africa: Strengthening Partnership and Coordination on African Issues
Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly held on Friday talks with senior South African officials on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Johannesburg aimed at “strengthening the partnership between the two countries and coordination on African issues.” Madbouly is attending the high-profile global e»»»
Poland sends HIMARS rockets to Lapland exercise
The HIMARS is a multiple rocket launcher that has proven key important on the battlefields in Ukraine to stop Russian invaders. Now, it is tested in demanding Arctic conditions. It is the first time Polish artillerymen participate in an exercise inside the Arctic Circle in Finland. The country’s Mi»»»
Trump peace plan for Ukraine: What we know so far
A reported US-drafted proposal to end the Ukraine conflict would require Kiev to cross several of its long-declared “red lines.” Several parts of an allegedly leaked 28-point plan have already been rejected by Ukrainian officials, though Kiev has also expressed willingness to negotiate with US Pres»»»
AI-based solutions are crucial to state, technological, and value sovereignty of country
Moscow: The headline plenary discussion, Future with AI, has concluded at the international AI Journey conference. Russian President Vladimir Putin participated in the event moderated by Sberbank’s CEO and Chairman of the Executive Board Herman Gref. Vladimir Putin expressed gratitude to Sberbank a»»»
Tejas jet crash: IAF pilot Namansh Syal’s final moments go viral from Dubai Airshow
A Tejas fighter jet crash at the Dubai Air Show on Friday claimed the life of Indian Air Force Wing Commander Namansh Syal. The Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas went down at Al Maktoum International Airport during a demonstration, with the IAF confirming the pilot sustained fatal injuries. Footage»»»
Storms trigger state of emergency in three Epirus municipalities
Severe storms have caused extensive destruction across large parts of Epirus, prompting authorities to declare a state of emergency in three municipalities. According to state broadcaster ERT, the affected areas are Zagori, Filiates and Ziros, all of which suffered significant damage to homes, infr»»»
Qatar expands National Healthy Ageing Initiative, opens ICOPE Clinic in Al Mashaf Health Center
Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s efforts to promote healthy ageing have taken another important step forward with the opening of a new Integrated Care for Older People (ICOPE) clinic at Al Mashaf Health Center. The new clinic is the latest addition to a growing network of specialized services supporting older »»»
France Pushes for Deeper Economic Partnership with Saudi Arabia
A full agenda awaits Nicolas Forissier, France’s minister delegate for foreign trade, during his three-day visit to Saudi Arabia on November 21, a trip that comes as Paris seeks to deepen its economic and commercial ties with Riyadh. According to the program circulated by the French Foreign Ministr»»»
Sharp drop in temperatures
Tunis, 22 Nov. (TAP) – The weather, on Saturday, will be cold, with dense clouds at times over the northern regions, bringing scattered showers that may become temporarily stormy and locally heavy in the far north. Elsewhere, skies will be partly...»»»
On This Day, Nov. 22: U.S. Humane Society founded - UPI.com
On Nov. 22, 1954, the Humane Society of the United States was founded. 1 of 6 | On November 22, 1954, the Humane Society of the United States was founded. File Photo by Bill Greenblatt/UPI | License Photo Nov. 22 (UPI) -- On this date in history: In 1718, Edward Teach, also known as the pirate Blac»»»
Belgium to close embassy in Kuwait
Dubai: Belgium will close its embassy in Kuwait as part of a major restructuring of its global diplomatic network, the Belgian foreign minister announced, Al Qabas newspaper reported. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Maxime Prévot said Belgium will shutter eight diplomatic missions betwee»»»
UNIFIL on Lebanon Independence Day: We Remain Committed to Supporting Lebanese Army
Marking Lebanon’s 82nd independence day, UNIFIL’s Head of Mission and Force Commander Major General Diodato Abagnara said the international force is committed to support the Lebanese Army. In a post on X, Abagnara said: “On Lebanon’s 82nd Independence Day, UNIFIL remains committed to supporting the»»»
Algeria, France Resume Dialogue after Fifteen Months of Tensions
A senior French official held talks in Algeria this week to revive political and security dialogue between the two countries, the first concrete step toward ending 15 months of tensions triggered by Paris’s recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over Western Sahara in late July 2024. Anne-Marie Descô»»»
Criticism of US Plan for Ukraine Shows Misunderstanding of Situation on Ground – Vance
WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - Criticism of the US plan for Ukrainian settlement demonstrates a misunderstanding of reality on the ground, US Vice President JD Vance said. "Every criticism of the peace framework the administration is working on either misunderstands the framework or misstates some critical»»»
Major MAGA figure Greene resigns from US Congress
Washington: US lawmaker Marjorie Taylor Greene, an influential right-wing figure and MAGA acolyte, announced Friday she is quitting her seat in Congress, one week after President Donald Trump pulled his support for the former staunch ally. In a video posted online, the 51-year-old Republican congre»»»
UK to create new fast-track residency route for high earners
Dubai: The UK government has unveiled a fast-track route to permanent residency for high-earning foreign workers, an attempt by Prime Minister Keir Starmer to tighten immigration controls while preventing an exodus of skilled professionals from the City of London and other economic hubs, according »»»
Syria is acting with responsibility to eliminate remnants of chemical weapon-Ambassador
Syria’s Permanent Representative to the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW), Mohammad Katoub, said Syria today is a responsible state, committed to its international obligations, and is working to eliminate the remnants of chemical weapons that are scattered across certain S»»»