Bulgaria's PM Says Europe Must Join Ukraine Peace Negotiations
Prime Minister Rumen Radev said in Dublin that Europe must take part in negotiations to end the war in Ukraine, arguing that a new security framework for the continent cannot be established without the involvement of European countries. Radev made the statement to reporters while attending the Nint»»»
Radev Government Faces Growing Opposition Over Disability Care Changes
Proposed changes to Bulgaria's Personal Assistance Act have triggered widespread opposition from political parties, citizens, mothers of children with disabilities and non-governmental organizations, as lawmakers from the ruling Progressive Bulgaria (PB) party face accusations of weakening the labo»»»
Iran’s Assembly of Experts Calls for NPT Withdrawal Review and Changes to Defense Doctrine
Iran’s Assembly of Experts has called for reviewing the country’s possible withdrawal from the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) and revising its defense doctrine, describing both steps as unavoidable in light of repeated threats against the Islamic Republic. In a statement addressing the coun»»»
New restrictions to Starshield network 'kill more Ukrainians', Zelensky says
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Thursday said that Ukrainian military units had recorded new and significant disruptions to the Starshield satellite communications service in recent days, affecting the entire front line and Russian-occupied parts of Ukraine. President Volodymyr Zele»»»
Al-Ahsa’s Palm Village opens with 15 new experiences
AL-AHSA: This year’s Al-Ahsa Palm Village brings a host of new cultural and entertainment attractions to the oasis as part of a three-month program celebrating the Eastern Province’s agricultural heritage. The interactive tourist attraction was opened by Prince Saud bin Talal bin Badr, governor of »»»
Indonesia’s vice president quits as cracks deepen in ruling political alliance
JAKARTA: Indonesian Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka resigned on Thursday amid a scandal over his academic qualifications, adding to a series of political upheavals in Southeast Asia’s largest economy. The 39-year-old son of former President Joko Widodo formally delivered his resignation lette»»»
Love gaming? Try 10 unreleased games at Dubai event this month
Gaming enthusiasts can try upcoming titles and help creators improve their games Dubai: Gaming enthusiasts in Dubai will get a chance to try locally developed video games before their official release at the city's first Dubai Playtest Night on Saturday, November 14. Organised by the Dubai Films an»»»
F1 Champion Lewis Hamilton Condemns Israeli Genocide in Gaza
Seven-time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton condemned Israeli genocide in Gaza as “appalling” and urged it to allow humanitarian aid into the Palestinian enclave after visiting the Rafah border crossing in Egypt. “The past three years of Israel’s genocide in Gaza is appalling,” the British»»»
US envoys arrive in Moscow to brief Putin on Ukraine talks
US envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff have arrived in Moscow for talks on resolving the Ukraine conflict, following two days of trilateral negotiations between Russia, Ukraine, and the US in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Representatives of the three countries concluded two days of discussions in Abu Dhabi on»»»
Putin Hosts Witkoff and Kushner For Talks In the Kremlin
The US envoys have arrived in Moscow for talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin following two-day negotiations between the Russian, US and Ukrainian delegations in Abu Dhabi. Sputnik comes to you live as Russian President Vladimir Putin holds talks in Moscow with US envoys Steve Witkoff and Ja»»»
Israeli defense minister says no need for opposition approval to launch strikes
Israeli caretaker Defense Minister Israel Katz said Thursday that the outgoing coalition does not need permission from the opposition to decide on fresh military operations, following calls to show restraint. "We do not need approval from the opposition or any legal authority" for the army to carry»»»
Future Investment Initiative sets news dates for postponed 10th edition
RIYADH: The 10th edition of the Future Investment Initiative will take place in Riyadh from Oct. 25 to 28, 2027, after being postponed from its original date 2026 date. FII10 was set to take place on Oct. 26–29 of this year before being delayed, with organizers saying the move was intended to ensur»»»
Syrian furniture industry seeks recovery amid rising costs
Damascus, Nov. 12 (SANA) Furniture workshops and factories in Damascus countryside are working to restore production and regain their presence in local and foreign markets amid mounting challenges, including high production costs, difficulties securing raw materials and competition from imported fu»»»
Hungary to ratify Istanbul Convention as government unveils women’s rights reforms
Hungary’s government will seek parliamentary approval to ratify the Istanbul Convention as part of a wide-ranging package of measures aimed at tackling violence against women and improving women’s rights, Prime Minister Péter Magyar has announced. Hungarian government to ratify the Istanbul Convent»»»
Vucic: Dissolution of Serbia's defence and security sector has begun
BELGRADE - Aleksandar Vucic, who heads the United Serbia electoral list, said on Thursday that, on orders from foreign intelligence agencies, a dissolution of Serbia's defence and security sector had begun. In an Instagram video, Vucic said the goal of the winners of the recent parliamentary electi»»»
Oh My Toast will make you say ‘Oh my God!’
JEDDAH: If I see a luscious dessert featured on TikTok, I must try it — even if it’s at the other end of the city. This time it was Oh My Toast in Jeddah’s Al-Basateen district. After a good 50-minute drive — diligently following the location on Google maps — my husband and I reached our destinatio»»»
Gold prices fall by 150 Syrian pounds amid global decline
Damascus, Nov. 12 (SANA) Gold prices in Syria declined on Thursday, with 21-karat gold falling by 150 Syrian pounds ($1.23) per gram compared with Wednesday, according to the General Authority for Precious Metals Management. The US-dollar equivalents are calculated at the Central Bank of Syria’s of»»»
Death toll rises in Brooklyn building collapse as rescuers dig through rubble
NEW YORK: Firefighters early Thursday removed the bodies of four more people who died after a three-story building in Brooklyn collapsed at the edge of a construction site, bringing the death toll to six, and they kept digging through the rubble to find others who may be trapped beneath the wreckag»»»
Europe Needs Its Place at Negotiating Table on Ending War in Ukraine - Bulgarian PM
Europe must have a seat at the negotiating table on ending the war in Ukraine, Prime Minister Rumen Radev told reporters in Dublin on Thursday. He is Ireland to participate in the 9th European Political Community Summit and an informal European Council meeting on November 12 and 13. Trilateral talk»»»
Putin Thanks Trump for Facilitating Russia-Ukraine Contacts During Kremlin Meeting
Russian President Vladimir Putin said he was pleased to welcome US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Moscow. Putin asked them to convey his gratitude to US President Donald Trump for organizing contacts between Russia and Ukraine.He also noted progress on the humanitarian track and said it »»»
Americas...:Argentina Threatens Jail for UK Oil Executive ov...
By Staff, Agencies Argentina has threatened British oil executive Sam Moody, CEO of Rockhopper Exploration, with criminal prosecution, imprisonment, and fines over his company's offshore oil drilling project in the disputed Falkland Islands, according to a statement submitted by the UK to an intern»»»
Erdogan urges return to diplomacy to end Iran-US conflict
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Thursday said diplomacy should resume "without further delay" to end the U.S.-Iran war after talks with his Iranian counterpart. Erdogan met Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian on the sidelines of U.N. climate conference in the Turkish province of Antalya, h»»»
ADNOC L&S profit triples to Dh7.6 billion as global shipping rates surge
Shipping earnings jump 846% as company raises 2026 outlook for fourth time Dubai: Higher global shipping rates have helped ADNOC Logistics and Services (ADNOC L&S) more than triple its profit in the first nine months of 2026, even as regional disruptions weighed on parts of its offshore operations.»»»
Iranian men found guilty in UK of assisting Iranian intelligence
LONDON: Two Iranian men were found guilty on Thursday of spying on dissident journalists in Britain on behalf of Iranian intelligence, a case police said reflects increasing activity by Iran in Britain.»»»
MoI reminds campers to stay 500 metres away from oil and gas facilities
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Interior (MoI), through its General Directorate of Industrial Security, has urged visitors to desert and marine areas, as well as campers, to maintain the required safety distances from oil and gas facilities and their transmission and distribution pipelines. The Minist»»»
47th Cairo International Film Festival kicks off with Qatari participation
Cairo: The 47th edition of the Cairo International Film Festival has officially kicked off and will run until Nov. 20, featuring 145 films from 64 countries. This year’s festival is witnessing a notable Qatari presence through a selection of feature-length documentaries and film projects, reflectin»»»
Any Aggressor Will Face Heavy Losses, Iranian Army Commander Warns
Any new act of aggression against Iran will lead to heavier losses for the enemy, the commander of the Islamic Republic of Iran’s Army said. Speaking during a visit on Thursday to an exhibition showcasing the remains of drones and missiles downed by the Army’s air defense systems, Major General Ami»»»
National Center for Inspection and Monitoring, SFDA to boost inspection efficiency
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s top product inspection authorities have agreed to improve cooperation and efficiency in regulation. It came as part of a memorandum of understanding signed between the National Center for Inspection and Monitoring and the Saudi Food and Drug Authority at the SFDA’s headquarte»»»
Rescue underway after deadly building collapse in New York
At least two people were killed and 17 others injured when a three-story building collapsed into an adjacent construction site in Brooklyn, New York, on Wednesday, according to city fire officials. Four of the injured remain in critical condition. Rescue crews continued to search the rubble on Thur»»»
Binghatti profit up 65% to Dh4.4b, tops full-year 2025
Revenue jumps 66% to Dh14.9b as developer delivers 2,600 units; eight more due by year-end Dubai developer Binghatti Holding reported a 65% rise in net profit to Dh4.4 billion for the nine months to September 30. The result already exceeds its full-year 2025 profit of Dh3.6 billion, the company ann»»»
EMSTEEL Q3 net profit surges 99% to Dh190 million
Revenue rises 15 per cent to Dh2.5 billion despite regional cost pressures EMSTEEL, one of the largest publicly traded steel and building materials manufacturers in the region, announced its financial results for the third quarter of 2026. During the reporting period, EMSTEEL continued to strengthe»»»
Netanyahu hits back at Trump’s Board of Peace over Gaza aid
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has denied responsibility for the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza after severe flooding devastated refugee camps. Torrential rains have battered the Palestinian enclave in recent days, flooding and damaging thousands of tents housing people displaced »»»
Ukraine Crisis Can Only End With Russia's Security Interests Considered - Jordanian Politician
It is in the interest of all parties to bring an end to the conflict in Ukraine, prioritize rationality, and seek solutions that lead to the resolution of disputes, Jordanian politician and former Minister of Agriculture Said Al-Masri told Sputnik, commenting on the Abu Dhabi peace talks. "The Ukra»»»
Wage growth continues to lag inflation in Romania despite higher nominal salaries
Romania’s average net monthly salary increased by 5% year-on-year to RON 5,717 in September 2026, but inflation continued to erode purchasing power, according to data published on Thursday by the National Institute of Statistics (INS). In real terms, average earnings fell by 1.5% compared with Sept»»»
Kecmanovic loses to Rune at Stockholm ATP tournament
STOCKHOLM - Serbian tennis player Miomir Kecmanovic is out of the Stockholm ATP tournament after losing 2-6, 6-1, 6-4 to Dane Holger Rune in the round of 16 on Wednesday evening. The defeat marks the end of the season for Kecmanovic, who produced a great performance in the first set but Rune, a for»»»
Who could replace Jensen Huang as Nvidia loses $600bn in market value?
Doha, Qatar: Nvidia's board is reportedly considering the future of co-founder and CEO Jensen Huang following allegations concerning his connections to a business executive suspected of spying for China, raising questions over who could lead the artificial intelligence chipmaker after more than thr»»»
United States:Trump Claims US Has Won War on Iran, Says Endi...
By Staff, Agencies US President Donald Trump defended the ongoing US war on Iran during Wednesday’s Veterans Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery, declaring that Washington had already secured victory and that the only remaining question was when to bring the conflict to an end, The Independ»»»
Syrian, French naval officials discuss military cooperation aboard French frigate
Damascus, Nov. 12 (SANA) Syrian and French naval officials discussed strengthening maritime military cooperation and bilateral relations during a meeting aboard the French frigate Surcouf, marking the first visit by a French warship to Syria.Brigadier General Mohammad al-Saud, Commander of the Syri»»»
UAE MOI warns against rumours about Fujairah traffic accident
The ministry said Fujairah Police General Headquarters continues to handle the incident The UAE Ministry of Interior (MOI) has urged the public not to spread rumours or circulate unverified information about a traffic accident in Fujairah, stressing that updates must come exclusively from official »»»
Paraguay partially refunds Ueno Bank depositors after collapse
Paraguay's Central Bank said Wednesday it had partially returned savings to all eligible Ueno Bank depositors, following the lender's collapse last week. The crisis triggered mass protests and the impeachment and arrest of former president Santiago Peña, who is accused of directing government funds»»»
Nvidia board weighs ouster of CEO Jensen Huang amid spy scandal
Nvidia's board met late Wednesday to consider removing chief executive Jensen Huang, after reports of two extramarital affairs, including one with an alleged Chinese spy, fuelled a market sell-off and raised questions about the AI chipmaker's leadership. Nvidia's board met late Wednesday to decide »»»
Israeli occupation forces carry out demolition operation in Al-Qantara: Al-Manar reporter in southern Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli occupation forces carry out demolition operation in Al-Qantara: Al-Manar reporter in southern Lebanon 12-11-2026 12:29 PM Latest Ne»»»
France turns back Israeli settler representative upon arrival in Paris
French authorities forced Samaria Regional Council head Yossi Dagan to leave the country after he landed at a Paris airport last week, his office said in a statement on Wednesday. The French foreign ministry did not confirm his deportation, only saying that Dagan was banned from French territory du»»»
UAE weekend weather: Cloudy skies, dusty winds and rough seas expected
Temperature drop brings cooler nights amid unsettled weather Dubai: After days of unsettled weather, the UAE is set for a calmer but breezy weekend. The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) forecasts partly cloudy skies, strong winds and rough seas from Friday to Sunday. The NCM said the conditions»»»
The Debate - Undone by a honey trap? Nvidia's Jensen Huang at heart of China spy scandal
It turns out that the new masters of the universe are human – all too human. Nvidia co-founder Jensen Huang has admitted to an extramarital affair with Singapore-based Chinese tech CEO Alice Huang, who is no relation. She's under scrutiny over the purchase of Nvidia state-of-the-art chips that»»»
Live: Ukraine faces 'systematic' restrictions to Starshield satellite network, Zelensky says
Ukraine has faced “systematic” restrictions to Starshield, the military satellite network crucial to downing Russian drones, along the whole front line and in occupied areas in recent days, President Volodymyr Zelensky said. Ukraine's contract with the US-based SpaceX service for accessing the netw»»»
Brnabic to attend European Political Community summit in Dublin
BELGRADE - Serbian Parliament Speaker and Acting President of the Republic Ana Brnabic will be taking part in a European Political Community summit in Dublin on Thursday, November 12. Brnabic will speak at a panel titled Building A Competitive Europe - Innovation, Connectivity And Affordable Energy»»»
Berri affirms Lebanon is free in response to Ghalibaf's 'unified front' remarks
Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri affirmed Lebanon’s sovereignty on Thursday after Kataeb Party leader and MP Samy Gemayel urged him to respond to recent statements by Iran's parliament speaker, who said Iran and Lebanon are a unified front in peace and war. During Thursday's parliamentary session, Ge»»»
Abu Dhabi showcases intelligent, integrated medical emergency response system at World Congress of Military Medicine
Unified Medical Operations Command Centre highlights Abu Dhabi's approach Abu Dhabi: The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH) showcased the emirate's Unified Medical Operations Command Centre (UMOC) at the exhibition accompanying the 46th World Congress of Military Medicine, held from 9 to 13 Nov»»»
Tuesday Motorway Tragedy Toll Rises to 12 after Man Dies in Hospital
The number of victims in a deadly pile-up on Trakia Motorway on Tuesday rose to 12 after a man died of his injuries in the Sliven Hospital, the hospital director, Vladislav Petrov, told BTA Thursday. The patient was aged 50 and in grave condition. "Despite the medics' efforts, he passed away at 6 t»»»