Damascus, Oct. 17 (SANA) The Syrian-Chinese Business Council is actively pursuing foreign investment and direct trade mechanisms to expand Syrian exports to Chinese markets, Executive Director Laith al-Rikabi announced Saturday. In a statement to SANA, al-Rikabi stated that the council’s primary fo»»»

Berlin: The fourth edition of the Divan Arab Book Fair opened on Friday at Estrel Berlin, bringing together more than 110 publishing houses from the Arab world and Germany for a three-day celebration of Arabic literature, cultural heritage, and intellectual exchange. Organised by Der Divan – The Ar»»»

Berlin: The fourth edition of Al Diwan Arabic Book Fair opened in Berlin on Friday, with the State of Qatar participating through the Ministry of Culture. The Ministry's cultural program features five seminars covering books, publishing, cultural identity, literature, and poetry, reflecting the ric»»»

BANGKOK: Syrian Finance Minister Mohammed Yisr Barnieh has discussed enhancing financial and economic cooperation between the Syrian Arab Republic and Qatar with his Qatari counterpart, Ali bin Ahmed Al-Kuwari. The two, who met on the sidelines of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank »»»

IDLIB: Pomegranate farmers in the town of Darkush, in Syria’s northwestern Idlib province near the Turkish border, are struggling to bring what is expected to be a strong harvest to market as rising production and transport costs, low prices, and a lack of export outlets squeeze their income. Darku»»»

NABLUS: Several Palestinians suffered from tear gas inhalation on Saturday after Israeli forces fired tear gas canisters at farmers and prevented them from reaching their lands in the village of Salem, east of Nablus. Medical sources reported that ambulance crews treated several individuals for bre»»»

By Staff, Agencies Yemen’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates has called on Muslim countries to play a constructive role in ending what it described as Saudi aggression and an inhumane blockade against Yemen, which it said have continued for more than a decade. The appeal came as the 52nd »»»

WASHINGTON — Moody's on Friday raised Egypt's long-term debt rating by one notch from Caa1 to B3, also noting a positive outlook, meaning a further upgrade could be considered in coming months.The ratings agency cited fiscal reforms that Egypt has undertaken as part of its $8 billion funding packag»»»

BEIRUT, Lebanon — Qatar will help revive Lebanon's ailing energy sector and solve its chronic problems in providing reliable electricity, the Lebanese and Qatari prime ministers said Friday."We have agreed to establish a comprehensive framework for cooperation in the energy sector and to present vi»»»


BANGKOK — International Monetary Fund chief Kristalina Georgieva said on Saturday this year's Annual Meetings with global policymakers were marked by "optimism and worry" about the global economic outlook as the event wound down in Bangkok.

Georgieva also said her organisation had a "responsibili»»»

BRUSSELS, Belgium — France and Germany confirmed Friday that they had reached a deal aimed at protecting Europe's struggling automotive sector, with agreements on the flashpoint issues of EU car emissions and "made in Europe" components.
The pact, which is likely to shape EU policy going forward, e»»»

Katie Zacharia is stepping down as US President Donald Trump’s press secretary after just five days on the job, the White House confirmed on Friday. A conservative political commentator, Zacharia has faced widespread criticism over her handling of her debut press briefing and allegations that she m»»»

KOLKATA: At least 17 people were killed and two dozen more injured Saturday in eastern India after a stampede that was likely caused by sudden rainfall during a Hindu religious gathering, officials said. West Bengal’s Chief Minister Suvendhu Adhikari told reporters the fatalities included a seven-y»»»

The UN in Albania reiterates again its appeal for constructive dialogue to de-escalate tensions.‘Acts of violence and the destruction of public or private property are unacceptable and have no place in peaceful democratic societies.We reaffirm the rights to peaceful assembly and freedom of the pres»»»

Festival highlights modified cars, engine power contests, and remote-controlled vehicles Ras Al Khaimah: The third edition of Ras Al Khaimah Motor and Bike Festival, RAK on Wheels 2026, opened on Saturday, bringing together car and motorcycle enthusiasts, exhibitors and businesses from across the U»»»

US urges extreme caution at Saudi airports as Riyadh flights remain suspended amid attacks Dubai: The United States has warned its citizens of potential further attacks on airports in Saudi Arabia, urging extreme caution when travelling by air as operations at Riyadh's King Khalid International Air»»»

KOLKATA: At least 17 people were killed and two dozen more injured Saturday in eastern India after a stampede likely caused by sudden rainfall during a Hindu religious gathering, officials said. The stampede in Kolkata is saddening. Condolences to the bereaved families. Wishing the injured a speedy»»»

JERUSALEM: A far-right Israeli settler movement said Friday that more than 700 people had participated in establishing a new outpost near the Gaza border and called on the government relocate it into the Palestinian enclave, in the latest push to revive Israeli settlements in Gaza. The outpost, nam»»»

Tunis, Oct. 17 (TAP) - Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration and Tunisians Abroad, Mohamed Ali Nafti met on Saturday with Secretary-General of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Ismail Ould Cheikh Ahmed, on the sidelines of the 52nd...»»»

By Staff, Agencies A Palestinian man was killed and dozens of others wounded in “Israeli” attacks across the Gaza Strip on Saturday, as “Israeli” settlers intensified assaults on Palestinian farmers and olive harvesters in the occupied West Bank. An “Israeli” drone struck a gathering of residents i»»»

Bangkok, Oct. 17 (SANA) Finance Minister Mohammed Yisr Barnieh held Saturday a series of high-level meetings with international financial institutions and banks on the sidelines of the IMF-World Bank Annual Meetings in Bangkok, advancing Syria’s reintegration into the global financial system, secur»»»

The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), South Korea’s official development cooperation agency, and the National Council for Women (NCW) jointly held a Knowledge Sharing Seminar on October 15, 2026, at The St. Regis Cairo, marking the successful conclusion of the three-year “Capacity Bui»»»

MIDYAN Developments has unveiled its 2027–2030 growth strategy, targeting expansion into new asset classes and geographic locations while adding one asset to its operating portfolio annually under its built-to-own model. Established in 2017, the group has a portfolio spanning K-12 education, univer»»»

The African Business Council (AfBC) has re-elected Amani Asfour as its president for a second term, reaffirming the confidence of African private-sector leaders in her vision to strengthen continental economic integration, boost intra-African trade and investment, and accelerate industrial developm»»»

MILAN: Police fired tear gas on Saturday after coming under attack from protesters throwing stones in the square in front of Milan’s Gothic cathedral, Italian media reported, while there were also clashes in the city of Bologna following protests over the cost of living. Police in Bologna used a wa»»»

By Staff, Agencies Iran’s acting Defense Minister Brigadier General Majid Ebn-e-Reza said the country’s missile capabilities had changed the strategic equation in its confrontation with the US, arguing that Washington was paying economic, reputational and electoral costs for its military actions ag»»»

NAIROBI: Kenya confirmed ‌four new cases of the Ebola Bundibugyo virus on Saturday, including three health workers who treated the country’s first patient, bringing the total number of ​confirmed cases to seven, the Health Ministry said. The other new case is a male relative of the index patient, w»»»

Presidential candidate Iliana Iotova called for national unity, dialogue between institutions and more active state policies to support citizens during a campaign meeting at the Art Gallery here on Saturday. Iotova was welcomed with a performance by the Dunav ensemble and the release of white doves»»»

Justice Minister Toni Gogu has condemned the violence following tonight’s protest in Tirana, after fires reportedly affected the High Court building and damage was reported at the entrance of the Bank of Albania. In a public statement, Gogu emphasized that both institutions are independent and serv»»»

Doha: The Qatar Media Corporation (QMC) collaborated with the Police Academy to organize an awareness seminar emphasizing adherence to values and commitment to ethical principles. The event was part of joint efforts to foster the partnership between the two sides and instill enduring values and dig»»»

Still recovering, Flydubai captain thanks UAE Government for medical care Dubai: A flydubai captain has revealed how his co-pilot repeatedly struck him inside the cockpit during a flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv, leaving him bleeding, slipping in and out of consciousness and desperately trying to sum»»»

Ramallah: Several masked colonizers wielding batons attacked the vehicles of delegations from European diplomatic missions on Saturday as they were leaving the village of Al-Taybeh, east of Ramallah, the Palestinian News Agency (WAFA) said, citing local sources. WAFA added that they smashed the win»»»

Lucky Day Draw No. 261017 sees multiple participants take home cash prizes Dubai: Tonight marks a milestone for the UAE Lottery, with its Lucky Day draw reaching its 100th edition as participants continue to compete for the Dh30 million grand prize and other cash rewards. In the latest Lucky Day Dr»»»

WASHINGTON: Few mass shootings in the US end like the deadly attack on an Oregon elementary school: with an armed civilian opening fire on the gunman. President Donald Trump joined others Friday in praising a father of two girls who confronted a teenage gunman during the attack at Silver Rail Eleme»»»

New Delhi: At least 17 people have been killed and many were injured following a massive stampede at a Durga Puja celebration in India's city of Kolkata, multiple local media reports said.»»»

Tunis, Oct. 17 (TAP) - The weather will be partly cloudy across the country on Saturday night, with possible localised fog late at night in the north and parts of the central regions, according to forecasts by the National Institute of Meteorology...»»»

Baghdad, Oct. 17 (SANA) Foreign and Expatriates Minister Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani met on Saturday with Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi on the sidelines of the 52nd session of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). The meeting focused on ways to strength»»»

SAN DIEGO: Sixteen people were rescued from the Pacific Ocean off Mexico’s Baja California coast on Friday after the US Coast Guard responded to a mayday call reporting their boat was sinking. Another 11 people were believed missing. The people rescued were Mexican nationals, according to the Mexic»»»

BOGOTA: Colombia’s first lady denied allegations of irregularities in the handling of donations to help areas devastated by a recent earthquake, presenting a report Friday on the millions of dollars her foundation has received. Ana Lucia Pineda, wife of right-wing President Abelardo de la Espriella»»»

TEHRAN (Sputnik) - Iran is ready to assist in ending hostilities between Saudi Arabia and the Shiite Ansar Allah movement, also known as the Houthis, that rules northern Yemen, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Saturday during talks with his Egyptian counterpart Badr Abdelatty. The me»»»

BUCHAREST: Romania said Saturday it shot down two drones over the Black Sea in the latest in a spate of incidents believed to be spillover from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Ships have been attacked by drones in the Black Sea off the coast of Romania and Bulgaria. “Two drones were engaged and shot »»»

Texas: A team made up of Sky Elements and drone manufacturer Damoda America have officially achieved two new Guinness World Records during a series of light shows staged in Blue Ridge, Texas. The collaboration established a new world record for the most multirotors or drones launched within a singl»»»

Thousands gathered to celebrate the community’s heritage, bonds between UAE and Iraq Dubai: UAE and Iraqi flags waved side by side as more than 15,000 have gathered at the Dubai Exhibition Centre in Expo City Dubai on October 17 for the second edition of “Emirates Loves Iraq,” a celebration filled »»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - An electrical substation ensuring the operation of Ukrainian military industry enterprises has been hit in Kolodnoe in the Ternopol Region as a result of Russian army strikes, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Saturday. "As a result of the strikes, the following were hit... in»»»

New York: Gold prices edged lower on Friday, recording a weekly decline as investors assessed the prospect of another US Federal Reserve interest rate hike this year following a series of stronger-than-expected inflation readings. Spot Gold fell 0.1% to $4,165.12 an ounce, down 0.7% for the week. H»»»

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RIYADH: Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan and his Jordanian counterpart on Saturday stressed the need for closer coordination to address escalating regional tensions amid a wave of Houthi attacks on the Kingdom. Prince Faisal bin Farhan and Ayman Safadi discussed efforts to contain co»»»

MOGADISHU: Forces loyal to an ousted regional leader captured several key towns in southern Somalia, officials and eyewitnesses said Saturday, dealing a significant blow to the federally-backed local government. Several states in the deeply fragmented country are opposed to control by President Has»»»

BAGHDAD: An explosion at the Popular Mobilization Forces headquarters in Baghdad killed one member of the Iraqi paramilitary ‌group and ‌wounded four ‌others, according to a security and a medical source. The group said a stockpile of obsolete ammunition had exploded, injuring five ‌people ‌and cau»»»