Libya wins court ruling against Jallouli Telecommunications, cancelling seizure order on its Geneva Libyan Guest House
Libya’s Tripoli based Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation announced yesterday that, within the framework of coordination between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and the State Litigation Department, the Tripoli government recorded a legal victory a»»»
US tariffs force Colombia to find new export markets
Markus BöhnischColombia is becoming a rising economic force in South America, yet new US tariffs have strained its traditionally close ties with Washington. The Valle del Cauca region is showing how businesses are adapting. https://p.dw.com/p/5ASV8AdvertisementColombia's top export, coffee, is gene»»»
NKEY Architects strengthens UAE presence with 250+ active projects from Dubai HQ
Dubai: NKEY Architects, the international full-cycle architecture and design company, is building on its Dubai-headquartered growth trajectory with more than 250 active projects across the UAE and over 60 completed to date. As regional attention turns to resilience, continuity, and long-term confid»»»
Passenger in 2022 deadly hit-and-run gets suspended sentence
A Three-Member Misdemeanor Court of Thessaloniki imposed on Tuesday a two-year suspended prison sentence on a 23-year-old woman who was the passenger in a fatal hit-and-run incident in Thessaloniki, in November 2022. The Court found her guilty of harboring a criminal after she failed to report th»»»
Deputy Ministers Emphasize Importance of National Building Renovation Plan for Tackling Energy Poverty, Emissions
Bulgaria’s National Building Renovation Plan, submitted to the European Commission at the end of 2025, sets out a long-term strategy to modernize the country’s building stock by 2050, combining energy efficiency, social support, and climate goals through coordinated action across institutions and s»»»
Readiness of Air, Missile Defence Systems of Eastern Flank Countries Increased - Minister Zapryanov
NATO’s missile defence has been placed on the highest level of alert, and the readiness of air and missile defence systems across the Eastern Flank has been increased, caretaker Defence Minister Atanas Zapryanov told reporters on Tuesday. He was speaking during a ceremony marking the 75th anniversa»»»
The View Hospital launches ‘Peace of Mind’
Doha, Qatar: The View Hospital has announced the launch of Peace of Mind, a community initiative designed to provide free online mental wellbeing support to people across Qatar through qualified, multilingual psychologists, available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The initiative reflects the ho»»»
Qatar calls on Muslims to sight Shawwal crescent on Wednesday
The Crescent Sighting Committee at the Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs (Awqaf) has urged Muslims in Qatar to sight the crescent moon marking the start of Shawwal on Wednesday, March 18, 2026. Also Read: Eid Al Fitr 2026: Saudi Arabia urges Muslims to sight Shawwal crescent moon on Wednes»»»
Manas airport reconstruction scheduled for completion in May - | 24.KG
Manas Airport reconstruction will be completed in May. Altynbek Mambetov, Director of Infrastructure and Regional Airports at Airports of Kyrgyzstan OJSC reported. He stated that the work is divided into two phases. The first has already been completed on schedule, encompassing runway renovation, i»»»
Day 16 of Aggression: Overnight Strikes Target Beirut’s Southern Suburbs, Aramoun, and Southern Villages Amid Escalating Violence
The Israeli aggression on Lebanon has entered its 16th consecutive day, marked by intense overnight airstrikes on Beirut’s southern suburbs, the town of Aramoun, and multiple villages in the south, alongside a cross-border abduction operation in the border town of Kfarshouba. In a significant escal»»»
AKCEL Holding, XRange to develop Dh1B Golf Entertainment venues in UAE
AKCEL Holding, a Dubai-based diversified conglomerate, has signed a strategic development agreement with XRange Golf Entertainment to develop a network of next-generation golf entertainment venues across the UAE, in a project valued at more than Dh1 billion. The initiative will introduce technology»»»
Qatar Meteorology Department warns of strong winds in several areas
Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Meteorology Department, QMD, has warned the public to be careful as strong northwesterly winds has been observed in some areas across the country. In an advisory published on social media, the department had previously warned of high waves and thunderstorm as wave heights ran»»»
Emergency bad weather holiday announced today in Greater Tripoli as western Libya was hit by a passing storm of strong winds and heavy rain - many roads flooded, drivers stranded
Bad weather with winds and a heavy rainstorm over northwestern Libya, including the Greater Tripoli area, has led to today being announced a public holiday by the Greater Tripoli Municipalities. Many roads, including main roads, crossings, intersections and the Second Ring Road were briefly closed »»»
Egypt’s Golden License Programme Surpasses 50 Projects as New Investments Approved
Egypt has issued eight new Golden Licenses covering investment projects worth around $1.2bn (EGP 16bn) across energy, manufacturing, logistics, transportation and food industries, the Ministry of Investment and Foreign Trade announced. The fast-track approvals form part of Cairo’s strategy to accel»»»
Egypt’s president condemns Iranian attacks, backs Saudi Arabia
Cairo, March 17 (SANA) Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi on Tuesday condemned Iranian attacks on Saudi Arabia and other Arab countries, calling them violations of sovereignty. In a statement, presidential spokesperson Mohamed El-Shennawy said El-Sisi spoke by phone with Saudi Crown Prince Moh»»»
Iran’s Larijani, the Man Whose Power Grew During Mideast War
When Israeli and US strikes killed Ali Khamenei at the start of the Middle East war, Iran's security chief Ali Larijani became even more powerful than he had been for decades. Israel's Defense Minister Israel Katz said on Tuesday that Larijani had been killed, though Iran's authorities have not con»»»
Social System Sees Major Progress in Recent Years, Child Protection Official Says
The social system has undergone very significant development in recent years, State Agency for Child Protection Deputy Chair Ivaila Kasarova said here on Tuesday during the IV World Social Work Day Forum. Over the past 25 years, Bulgaria has gone through a process of deinstitutionalization and the »»»
Deputy Ministers Emphasise Importance of National Building Renovation Plan for Tackling Energy Poverty, Emissions
Bulgaria’s National Building Renovation Plan, submitted to the European Commission at the end of 2025, sets out a long-term strategy to modernize the country’s building stock by 2050, combining energy efficiency, social support, and climate goals through coordinated action across institutions and s»»»
Amir leads well-wishers to welcome King of Jordan
Doha, Qatar: The Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani received His Majesty Abdullah II bin Al-Hussein, King of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, upon his arrival this morning at Doha International Airport, along with the accompanying delegation, for a working visit to the country. Also »»»
Eid Al Fitr 2026: Oman to sight Shawwal crescent on Thursday evening
The Main Committee for Moon Sighting in Oman will meet on Thursday evening to observe the crescent moon marking the start of Shawwal for the year 1447 AH. Authorities have called on citizens and residents across the country to look out for the crescent and report any confirmed sightings to the rele»»»
Civilians Pay a Heavy Price as War in Lebanon Drives Death, Displacement, UN Says
Civilians are paying a heavy price as the war in Lebanon continues to expand, driving death, injuries and displacement the United Nations said on Tuesday. "Displacement is increasing incredibly quickly. Right now, hundreds of thousands of people left their homes. Many leaving with very little,»»»
Tunis, "well-kept secret" of Mediterranean tourism (Swiss press)
Tunis, March 17 (TAP) - Tunis, the Tunisian capital was put in the spotlight by the Swiss press, describing it as an authentic and unspoilt destination that combines elegance with an oriental spirit. In its Sunday edition, the prestigious...»»»
Environment Ministry Calls for Renewed Dialogue on Deposit System for Packaging
The Environment and Water Ministry said on Tuesday it wants expert dialogue on the introduction of a deposit system for packaging in Bulgaria to resume with representatives of industry, trade and the recycling sector. The position is related to the implementation of the EU Regulation on packaging a»»»
Media Review: March 17
POLITICS Capital: The Progressive Bulgaria coalition, associated with former president Rumen Radev, announced the leaders of its parliamentary candidate lists one day before the registration deadline for the upcoming elections, confirming expectations that many nominees would come from his former c»»»
Millions of Indonesians in Eid travel exodus
Jakarta: Tens of millions of Indonesians are travelling by motorcycle, car, plane or boat to their hometowns in an annual exodus for the Eid holiday that begins in the world's largest Muslim-majority country on Wednesday. Like China's Lunar New Year holiday or Christmas elsewhere, the mass movement»»»
Al-Manar correspondent reports Israeli air strike, shelling in the border city of Khiam - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar correspondent reports Israeli air strike, shelling in the border city of Khiam 17-03-2026 10:55 AM Latest News Urgent News EU fore»»»
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas: Nobody is ready to put their people in harm’s way in the Strait of Hormuz - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas: Nobody is ready to put their people in harm’s way in the Strait of Hormuz 17-03-2026 11:30 AM Latest »»»
Dinar-to-euro exchange rate at RSD 117.4264
BELGRADE - The Serbian dinar's official median exchange rate against the euro is 117.4264 dinars for one euro on Tuesday, which is a slight change relative to Monday, the National Bank of Serbia said. The dinar is steady against the euro m-o-m, down by 0.2 pct y-o-y and down by 0.1 pct relative to »»»
Serbia men's national football team to play Spain, Saudi Arabia in friendlies
BELGRADE - The Serbia men's national football team will play Spain away on March 27 and Saudi Arabia at home on March 31 in friendly matches. In a statement released on Monday, the Football Association of Serbia said the game against Spain would take place at the Estadio de la Ceramica in Villareal»»»
Yuan Versus the Dollar: Will Hormuz Tensions Reshape the Global Monetary Order?
As geopolitical tensions escalate around the Strait of Hormuz, Iran has floated a proposal to link the passage of energy shipments to payments in currencies other than the US dollar. The move appears designed to pressure global power centers. While it stops short of a declared currency war, it high»»»
Israel Strikes Beirut Suburbs as Displacement Shelters Overflow
Israel carried out new strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs and again ordered residents of vast parts of southern Lebanon to evacuate, as more than a million people have been displaced across the country. Early Tuesday morning Israeli aircraft bombed two neighborhoods of Beirut's southern suburbs, »»»
Magnitude 5.8 Earthquake Hits off Cuba
A 5.8-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Cuba early Tuesday, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) said. The quake hit at a depth of 11.6 kilometers (7.2 miles) about 49 kilometers south-southwest of Cuba's easternmost municipality of Maisi at 12:28 am (0428 GMT), according to the US»»»
EUR 33 Mln to Be Allocated to Support Entrepreneurship, Social Economy
The Managing Authority of the Human Resources Development Programme has signed an agreement with the Fund of Funds to roll out financial instruments worth EUR 33 million to support entrepreneurship, develop the social economy, and promote sustainable employment, according to the programme's website»»»
Ombudsman Urges for Greater Efforts to Improve Working Conditions of Social Workers
Social work is a living form of protecting human rights, Ombudsman Velislava Delcheva said during the IV World Social Work Day Forum here on Tuesday. Every conversation, every consultation or home visit is a defence of the right to a dignified life, health, education and social security, she noted.»»»
Ministry of Finance: EUR 54 Mln Disbursed Under Municipal Investment Programme from March 2 to 6
The Finance Ministry Tuesday announced that EUR 53.9 million had been paid under the Municipal Investment Programme between March 2 and 6, out of a total of EUR 122 million that had been approved but not yet paid as of March 1. The Ministry noted that the incurred and reported costs for 138 project»»»
UAE launches 2050 energy efficiency plan featuring 34 national initiatives
Abu Dhabi: The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEI) has launched a long-term national plan for energy efficiency and demand management extending to 2050, as part of broader efforts to optimise resource use and support sustainable economic growth. The strategy includes 34 national initiative»»»
SCNS detains Kyrgyzstani suspected of ties to ISIS in Istanbul - | 24.KG
The State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan (SCNS) detained a citizen of Kyrgyzstan suspected of involvement in the international terrorist organization Islamic State (ISIS). The SCNS press service reported. According to the SCNS, the detainee, T.M.Sh., lived in Aravan district of Osh r»»»
Israel says killed Iran national security chief Larijani
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said on Tuesday that Iran's powerful national security chief Ali Larijani was "eliminated last night", along with the commander of Tehran's Basij paramilitary force. "I have just been updated by the Chief of Staff that Larijani, Secretary of the Supreme National»»»
Fans of Niche Japanese Crisps Brand Panic After Oil Shortage Halts Production
Die-hard fans of a niche Japanese crisps brand took to the internet on Tuesday to lament a production halt the snack maker Yamayoshi Seika blamed on a shortage of cooking oil caused by the conflict in the Middle East. The US and Israel's war on Iran and the resulting effective closure of the vital»»»
Israel Says Ali Larijani, Top Iranian Security Official, Killed by Israel in Strike
The Israeli defense minister said Tuesday that the Israeli military killed top Iranian security official Ali Larijani in an overnight strike. Israel Katz made the announcement. The Israeli military also announced it killed Gholam Reza Soleimani, the head of the Revolutionary Guard’s all-volunteer B»»»
A new Dubai hub could change how medicines move across the GCC
Dubai: Logistics firm Aramex announced Tuesday it has opened its first dedicated regional healthcare and pharmaceutical hub at the Dubai South Free Zone. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The announcement comes after the warehouse received certification from the UAE Mini»»»
Bulgarian Food Safety Agency Launches Border Checks Amid Foot-and-Mouth Disease in Cyprus, Sheep Pox in Greece
All shipments of large and small ruminants, other cloven-hoofed animals, and pigs crossing Bulgaria’s southern border will undergo mandatory health inspections by order of Bulgarian Food Safety Agency Executive Director (BFSA) Angel Mavrovski, BFSA said in a press release on Tuesday. The measures c»»»
Israel says overnight strike killed Basij commander Gholamreza Soleimani - UPI.com
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel issues orders the elimination of Iranian military officials, according to his office. Photo courtesy of Office of Prime Minister of Israel/X March 17 (UPI) -- Israel said Tuesday it killed Basij paramilitary force commander Gholamreza Soleimani in an over»»»
Watch: Crescent marking end of Ramadan captured in UAE at dawn
Abu Dhabi: A crescent moon marking the final days of Ramadan was sighted in the UAE skies early on Tuesday. Tamim Al Tamimi, a member of the Emirates Astronomical Society, photographed the Ramadan crescent at dawn on the 28th day of the holy month (1447 AH), capturing the image at about 6am above t»»»
Israeli media: Army detects Iranian missile launch toward northern ‘Israel’ - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli media: Army detects Iranian missile launch toward northern ‘Israel’ 17-03-2026 11:52 AM Latest News Urgent News EU foreign policy c»»»
New Round of Escalation Between Pakistan and Afghanistan
On Monday, Pakistani drones targeted multiple sites in Kabul, including a 2,000-bed drug rehabilitation center in the eastern part of the Afghan capital. Zabihullah Mujahid, spokesperson for Afghanistan's supreme leader, said 400 people were killed and 250 injured in this strike. Pakistan's Ministr»»»
Israeli strike wounds 5 Lebanese soldiers in south Lebanon
Lebanon's army said five of its soldiers were hurt after a Tuesday morning airstrike on the village of Kfar Sir. Two of the five soldiers were seriously wounded. The army said the troops were hurt while travelling in a car and a motorcycle. They were all taken to hospital for treatment.»»»
Kuwait says 16 people arrested over Hezbollah links
Kuwaiti security forces arrested 16 people suspected to have links with Hezbollah, a Lebanese militant group allied with Iran, the state-run Kuwait News Agency reported. The interior ministry said in a statement late Monday that the 14 Kuwaiti and two Lebanese suspects sought to “create chaos, and »»»
Lebanese Army Says Five Soldiers Wounded in Israeli Strike in South Lebanon
Five Lebanese soldiers were wounded, two critically, in an Israeli air strike in the city of Nabatieh in southern Lebanon, the Lebanese army said on Tuesday, amid escalating hostilities between Israel and Iran-backed armed group Hezbollah. The soldiers, struck while travelling by car and motorcyc»»»
Tunisian Post to issue stamp to mark 70th anniversary of Tunisias independence
Tunis, March 17 (TAP) - The Tunisian Post will issue on March 20 a stamp to mark the 70th anniversary of the Independence of the Republic of Tunisia. This is a national achievement marked by dedication and accomplishments, crowning seven decades of...»»»