Author: Steven Sahiounie

Russia does not want an atomic war and never has, the foreign minister emphasizedRussia has no wish to start a nuclear war and considers it “inappropriate” that its warnings of an escalation in the Ukraine conflict are being portrayed as an intention to use atomic weapons, Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has said. Fears of an escalation between Russia and NATO have been intensifying in recent weeks, as Western states have stepped up discussions about allowing Ukraine to conduct missile strikes deep in Russian territory. Russian President Vladimir Putin earlier this month warned that such permission would be taken as the West’s direct involvement in…

A video showing officers detaining a small boy during a protest in Berlin has sparked outrage onlineA video showing German police chasing and detaining a child at a pro-Palestine protest in Berlin has gone viral online, with netizens on multiple platforms expressing outrage over law enforcement targeting a minor. The clip posted online on Sunday shows a boy who looks to be around ten years old and is carrying a Palestinian flag, running from a group of around half a dozen armed officers. They eventually catch him and lead him off to a police van. The child is seen screaming…

According to sources cited by Bloomberg, the U.S. Department of Commerce is set to unveil proposed rules banning Chinese and Russian software and devices used in connected vehicles. In recent months, the department has consulted industry experts to address security concerns raised by the new generation of smart cars. The proposed regulations will focus on prohibiting the use and testing of Chinese and Russian technologies in autonomous driving systems and vehicle communications. While the ban primarily targets software, it will also encompass some hardware components. The Biden administration is particularly focused on preventing China or Russia from infiltrating vehicles or…

Gulf stock markets closed with mixed results on Sunday amid rising geopolitical tensions in the region. However, the Saudi index continued to gain, driven by speculation that U.S. interest rate cuts will persist. The Qatari index dropped by 0.2%, with Qatar National Bank shares declining 0.8% and Industries Qatar falling 0.5%. In contrast, the Saudi index rose by 0.4%, supported by a 1% increase in Al-Tayseer Group shares. The U.S. Federal Reserve recently reduced interest rates by 50 basis points and hinted at another half-point cut by the end of the year, followed by a full-point reduction in 2025 and…

Steven Sahiounie, journalist and political commentator US Vice President Kamala Harris was born to support Palestine. Her parents were both born under British colonial occupation which denied the original population their civil and human rights, like the Israeli occupation of Palestine. Her ancestry may have instilled in her the love of freedom, independence, and social justice. Being raised by two activists committed to equal rights and social justice, Kamala Harris would have heard her parents’ opinions and been shaped by them. Kamala Harris is the most uniquely qualified person who may choose to champion the Palestinian call for the end…

The rapid development of the UAE, driven by its leadership’s ambitions and the creativity of its people, has created a fertile ground for innovators from the region and the world. This transformation turns dreams into reality, reflected in the UAE’s global media campaign, “Invest in the UAE.” This initiative, targeting global cities like Cannes, Munich, Paris, London, Zurich, Geneva, and New York, aims to attract entrepreneurs with promising ideas to invest in the UAE and bring their concepts to life. “Invest in the UAE” Campaign and Platform The campaign also launched the platform “Invest.ae,” offering vital information for entrepreneurs. With…

International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva has highlighted the “tough balancing act” central banks face as they begin to lower interest rates globally amid easing inflation pressures. Both the U.S. Federal Reserve and the European Central Bank (ECB) have cut interest rates this year. Last Wednesday, the Federal Reserve lowered its main lending rate by half a percentage point to boost demand, while the ECB had already begun reducing its key rate earlier this year. However, Georgieva warned that central banks must proceed cautiously. Speaking alongside ECB President Christine Lagarde at an event in Washington, she said, “While…

Former U.S. President Donald Trump had his own grim interpretation of the Federal Reserve’s recent significant interest rate cuts. He saw last Wednesday’s decision to slash rates by half a percentage point as a clear indication that the U.S. economy was in serious trouble. Trump, a Republican presidential candidate, pointed to the unusual rate cut as evidence that the economy was struggling. However, inside the Federal Reserve, the outlook on the U.S. economy is entirely different. Despite signaling further rate cuts, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell delivered an optimistic assessment of the economy’s health. Powell told reporters, “The U.S. economy…

The Egyptian Football Association (EFA) addressed recent claims about the possible exclusion of Egypt’s national team from the 2026 World Cup due to unpaid financial obligations dating back to December 2023. On Sunday, EFA Executive Director Walid Al-Attar denied the rumors, stating that “the reports are not true.” Al-Attar further explained, “The financial dues are part of an ongoing dispute, and no final ruling has been issued regarding them.” Swiss Media Reports Financial Crisis Swiss media outlets had reported that the Egyptian Football Association faces a financial crisis that could jeopardize the national team’s participation in the 2026 World Cup.…

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres warned on Sunday about the dangers of turning Lebanon into “another Gaza” amid escalating hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah. In an interview with CNN, Guterres expressed concern just two days before the UN General Assembly, stating, “What worries me is the risk of turning Lebanon into another Gaza,” referring to the Palestinian territory where a devastating war has raged between Israel and Hamas since October. Escalating Conflict Between Israel and Hezbollah Tensions have risen sharply due to ongoing attacks between Israel and Hezbollah, reaching unprecedented levels in recent days. Israel’s recent strikes have killed dozens…