Author: Steven Sahiounie

Former U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed his stance on running in the 2028 presidential election if he loses the 2024 race. On Sunday, Trump stated he will not run for president in 2028 if he is defeated in the upcoming 2024 election. Speaking on the “Full Measure” program, the 78-year-old Republican candidate said, “No, I don’t see myself running. I don’t see it at all. I think that would be the end.” Trump is set to face Democratic candidate Kamala Harris in the November 2024 election. On Saturday, Trump rejected Harris’s proposal for a second debate before the November election.…

Iran’s Interior Minister, Iskandar Momeni, reported that at least 31 people were killed, and 16 others injured, following a gas explosion at a coal mine in South Khorasan province. Earlier reports indicated that 51 people had lost their lives in the incident, which was caused by a methane gas explosion in the second and third sectors of a privately-operated mine managed by the company Madanjo. Momeni mentioned that 17 miners remain missing, and their fate is still unknown. Rescue teams are currently 400 meters away from the site where the missing workers are believed to be trapped. Teams are expected…

The UAE field hospital in Rafah recently welcomed a delegation from the World Health Organization (WHO) to review medical efforts, establish coordination mechanisms, and exchange expertise. The visit also showcased the medical equipment and support provided by the UAE to alleviate the suffering of Palestinians in Gaza. According to the Emirates News Agency, the UAE, through the “Gallant Knight 3” operation, delivered 12 tons of medical aid, drugs, and essential supplies to WHO. These resources aim to support hospitals and healthcare facilities in Gaza, which continues to face challenging conditions. During the meeting, both parties emphasized the importance of coordinated…

UAE’s Al Ain, the reigning Asian champions, secured a decisive 6-2 victory over Auckland City, the champions of Oceania, on Sunday. This win sets up a highly anticipated clash with Egypt’s Al Ahly, the African champions, in the second round of the Intercontinental Football Cup. The match took place at Hazza bin Zayed Stadium in the Africa-Asia-Oceania knockout stage of the new Intercontinental Cup, organized by FIFA. Al Ain took an early lead with a header from defender Fabio Cardoso in the 7th minute. Sekou Baba quickly added the second goal in the 13th minute. Auckland City’s Gerson Lagos reduced…

A roadside explosion targeting a convoy of foreign diplomats in northwest Pakistan resulted in the death of a police officer, according to Pakistani authorities on Sunday. Zahidullah Khan, a police officer from the Swat district, confirmed that the diplomats were visiting the region at the invitation of the local Chamber of Commerce to promote it as a potential tourist destination, reported by Reuters. Khan stated, “A roadside bomb struck the security personnel leading the convoy.” Four other police officers were injured in the attack. No group has claimed responsibility for the incident, which has been condemned by Pakistani President Asif…

Manchester City secured a late 2-2 draw against Arsenal in a thrilling Premier League match on Sunday, part of the league’s fifth-week fixtures. At the Etihad Stadium, Erling Haaland put the home side ahead with a goal in the 9th minute. Arsenal quickly responded with an equalizer from Ricardo Calafiore in the 22nd minute. Just before halftime, Gabriel Magalhães gave Arsenal the lead with a goal in the 45th minute. However, John Stones snatched a last-minute equalizer for Manchester City in the 97th minute, securing a dramatic point for the home side. With this result, Manchester City remains at the…

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…