Asian Stocks Tumble as Trump Gives Iran 48-hour Ultimatum
Stocks tumbled Monday and oil prices rose after Donald Trump and Iranian leaders traded threats over the key Strait of Hormuz, while Israel said the Middle East war could last several more weeks. With the conflict now in its fourth week and showing no sign of ending, the head of the International E»»»
Qatar accelerates AI deployment with focus on autonomous agents
Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s rapidly expanding artificial intelligence (AI) landscape is entering a new phase, with businesses and institutions moving beyond experimentation toward practical, problem-solving applications. Industry leaders say the market is shifting from fast-paced initial adoption to a mor»»»
Israel Launches New Wave of Attacks on Tehran
Israel launched a new wave of attacks early Monday against Tehran and a top American commander told Iranians to remain in shelters for the foreseeable future, while Iran renewed strikes on its Gulf neighbors. As Iran continues its stranglehold on the Strait of Hormuz, US President Donald Trump gave»»»
What's next for Germany's troubled car giants?
Cars and TransportationGermanyWhat's next for Germany's troubled car giants?Thomas KohlmannGerman automakers are in a crisis due to stagnant sales, falling profits and constant strategy shifts. Can the industry recover? https://p.dw.com/p/5AmYIGerman carmakers are still struggling to embrace the fu»»»
White House border czar Tom Homan confirms ICE deployment to airports Monday - UPI.com
Travelers wait on long wrapping lines inside terminal B at LaGuardia Airport on Sunday, in New York City. A massive TSA screening line at LaGuardia Airport's Terminal B stretched into the parking garage Sunday afternoon as roughly 50,000 TSA employees continue to work without pay during the ongoing»»»
Eid demand fuels surge in restaurant bookings
Doha, Qatar: Eateries across Doha are experiencing an overwhelming surge in demand during the extended Eid holidays, with dining venues operating at maximum capacity from afternoon well into late evening hours. Amidst the ongoing regional challenges, the festive period has sparked a citywide appeti»»»
On 10th anniversary of Brussels terror attacks, authorities vow to have learnt the 'right lessons'
Ten years after Islamic State (IS) group terrorists staged Belgium’s deadliest attack in peacetime, killing 32 people and wounding more than 300, authorities vow to have learnt the right security lessons. Since the 2016 massacre, a coordinated extremist profile database has been set up, and the num»»»
Italy’s justice referendum becomes key test for PM Meloni’s leadership
Italy’s two-day referendum on whether or not to overhaul the country’s justice system has become a key test for Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. If the “No” side wins, analysts say it will send a strong political signal and weaken her leadership. Accused by her opponents of threatening the judiciary'»»»
Germany calls for diplomacy, reaffirms solidarity with Qatar
Doha: Germany has expressed deep concern over the escalating regional crisis, warning of growing threats to stability while reaffirming its strong solidarity with Qatar and commitment to diplomatic solutions. In an exclusive interview with The Peninsula, German Ambassador to Qatar H E Oliver Owcza »»»
Will GCC be drawn into war and unite against Iran?
Will the GCC be drawn into the war and unite against Iran? The foreign ministers of Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Pakistan met in Riyadh on March 18 to discuss a possible security pact and taking up arms against Iran as it continues to target their oil and gas cash cows. The Turkish foreign »»»
Will GCC be drawn into war and unite against Iran?
Will the GCC be drawn into the war and unite against Iran? The foreign ministers of Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Pakistan met in Riyadh on March 18 to discuss a possible security pact and taking up arms against Iran as it continues to target their oil and gas cash cows. The Turkish foreign »»»
LONG READ: Coal is back.
Coal is back. Having become a fuel for most of the last two decades, countries are scrambling to secure supplies of coal in the face of “ The largest supply disruption in the history,” according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). »»»
LONG READ: Coal is back.
Coal is back. Having become a fuel for most of the last two decades, countries are scrambling to secure supplies of coal in the face of “ The largest supply disruption in the history,” according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). »»»
LONG READ: Coal is back.
Coal is back. Having become a fuel for most of the last two decades, countries are scrambling to secure supplies of coal in the face of “ The largest supply disruption in the history,” according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). »»»
Will GCC be drawn into war and unite against Iran?
Will the GCC be drawn into the war and unite against Iran? The foreign ministers of Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Pakistan met in Riyadh on March 18 to discuss a possible security pact and taking up arms against Iran as it continues to target their oil and gas cash cows. The Turkish foreign »»»
Most Gulf and European ships likely blocked from Hormuz despite Iran's 'open to all' claim
Iran's declaration that the Strait of Hormuz is open to all vessels except "enemy" ships would in practice exclude most countries in the Persian Gulf and many in Europe, Former steel CEO and energy Russian analyst Alexander Frolov said on March 22. »»»
Will GCC be drawn into war and unite against Iran?
Will the GCC be drawn into the war and unite against Iran? The foreign ministers of Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Pakistan met in Riyadh on March 18 to discuss a possible security pact and taking up arms against Iran as it continues to target their oil and gas cash cows. The Turkish foreign »»»
Most Gulf and European ships likely blocked from Hormuz despite Iran's 'open to all' claim
Iran's declaration that the Strait of Hormuz is open to all vessels except "enemy" ships would in practice exclude most countries in the Persian Gulf and many in Europe, Former steel CEO and energy Russian analyst Alexander Frolov said on March 22. »»»
Will GCC be drawn into war and unite against Iran?
Will the GCC be drawn into the war and unite against Iran? The foreign ministers of Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Pakistan met in Riyadh on March 18 to discuss a possible security pact and taking up arms against Iran as it continues to target their oil and gas cash cows. The Turkish foreign »»»
Most Gulf and European ships likely blocked from Hormuz despite Iran's 'open to all' claim
Iran's declaration that the Strait of Hormuz is open to all vessels except "enemy" ships would in practice exclude most countries in the Persian Gulf and many in Europe, Former steel CEO and energy Russian analyst Alexander Frolov said on March 22. »»»
Ukraine sends drone units to five Gulf countries
Ukraine has sent drone units to five Gulf countries at the invitation of their governments as US-made interceptor ammunition runs low. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy Said the units had been sent to advise and trai»»»
Will GCC be drawn into war and unite against Iran?
Will the GCC be drawn into the war and unite against Iran? The foreign ministers of Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Pakistan met in Riyadh on March 18 to discuss a possible security pact and taking up arms against Iran as it continues to target their oil and gas cash cows. The Turkish foreign »»»
Most Gulf and European ships likely blocked from Hormuz despite Iran's 'open to all' claim
Iran's declaration that the Strait of Hormuz is open to all vessels except "enemy" ships would in practice exclude most countries in the Persian Gulf and many in Europe, Former steel CEO and energy Russian analyst Alexander Frolov said on March 22. »»»
Will GCC be drawn into war and unite against Iran?
Will the GCC be drawn into the war and unite against Iran? The foreign ministers of Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Pakistan met in Riyadh on March 18 to discuss a possible security pact and taking up arms against Iran as it continues to target their oil and gas cash cows. The Turkish foreign »»»
Will GCC be drawn into war and unite against Iran?
Will the GCC be drawn into the war and unite against Iran? The foreign ministers of Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Pakistan met in Riyadh on March 18 to discuss a possible security pact and taking up arms against Iran as it continues to target their oil and gas cash cows. The Turkish foreign »»»
Most Gulf and European ships likely blocked from Hormuz despite Iran's 'open to all' claim
Iran's declaration that the Strait of Hormuz is open to all vessels except "enemy" ships would in practice exclude most countries in the Persian Gulf and many in Europe, Former steel CEO and energy Russian analyst Alexander Frolov said on March 22. »»»
Ukraine sends drone units to five Gulf countries
Ukraine has sent drone units to five Gulf countries at the invitation of their governments as US-made interceptor ammunition runs low. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy Said the units had been sent to advise and trai»»»
Will GCC be drawn into war and unite against Iran?
Will the GCC be drawn into the war and unite against Iran? The foreign ministers of Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Pakistan met in Riyadh on March 18 to discuss a possible security pact and taking up arms against Iran as it continues to target their oil and gas cash cows. The Turkish foreign »»»
Most Gulf and European ships likely blocked from Hormuz despite Iran's 'open to all' claim
Iran's declaration that the Strait of Hormuz is open to all vessels except "enemy" ships would in practice exclude most countries in the Persian Gulf and many in Europe, Former steel CEO and energy Russian analyst Alexander Frolov said on March 22. »»»
Ukraine sends drone units to five Gulf countries
Ukraine has sent drone units to five Gulf countries at the invitation of their governments as US-made interceptor ammunition runs low. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy Said the units had been sent to advise and trai»»»
Will GCC be drawn into war and unite against Iran?
Will the GCC be drawn into the war and unite against Iran? The foreign ministers of Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Pakistan met in Riyadh on March 18 to discuss a possible security pact and taking up arms against Iran as it continues to target their oil and gas cash cows. The Turkish foreign »»»
Most Gulf and European ships likely blocked from Hormuz despite Iran's 'open to all' claim
Iran's declaration that the Strait of Hormuz is open to all vessels except "enemy" ships would in practice exclude most countries in the Persian Gulf and many in Europe, Former steel CEO and energy Russian analyst Alexander Frolov said on March 22. »»»
LONG READ: Coal is back.
Coal is back. Having become a fuel for most of the last two decades, countries are scrambling to secure supplies of coal in the face of “ The largest supply disruption in the history,” according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). »»»
Kyrgyzstan waits to see if a Japarov, Tashiyev conflict will break out into open
The return to Kyrgyzstan of fired national security chief Kamchybek Tashiyev in the past week begs the question of whether his rivalry with President Sadyr Japarov will turn into an open confrontation with public hostility, the mobilisation of supporters and a political struggle for all to see. »»»
US spends more on Iran war in two weeks than four years on Ukraine war
\The US has spent more on just two weeks of Operation Epic Fury than it has done in four years of supporting Ukraine in its war with Russia. As bne IntelliNews reported in the feature, Command of the Reload, the cost of re»»»
US spends more on Iran war in two weeks than four years on Ukraine war
\The US has spent more on just two weeks of Operation Epic Fury than it has done in four years of supporting Ukraine in its war with Russia. As bne IntelliNews reported in the feature, Command of the Reload, the cost of re»»»
LONG READ: Coal is back.
Coal is back. Having become a fuel for most of the last two decades, countries are scrambling to secure supplies of coal in the face of “ The largest supply disruption in the history,” according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). »»»
Slovenia’s ruling party takes narrow lead in tight general election
Slovenia’s ruling Freedom Movement is projected to win the largest share of votes in the March 22 general election, but a sharply reduced margin over the opposition suggests complex coalition talks ahead, according to a parallel vote count. »»»
Most Gulf and European ships likely blocked from Hormuz despite Iran's 'open to all' claim
Iran's declaration that the Strait of Hormuz is open to all vessels except "enemy" ships would in practice exclude most countries in the Persian Gulf and many in Europe, Former steel CEO and energy Russian analyst Alexander Frolov said on March 22. »»»
Russia’s CBR continues monetary easing, key rate cut to 15%
The board of the Central Bank of Russia (CBR) resolved to cut the key interest rate by 50 basis points (bp) to 15% at the policy meeting on March 20, according to a press release from the regulator. This was »»»
Ukraine sends drone units to five Gulf countries
Ukraine has sent drone units to five Gulf countries at the invitation of their governments as US-made interceptor ammunition runs low. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy Said the units had been sent to advise and trai»»»
Russia moves to crack down on Telegram
Russian authorities have recently taken steps toward significantly restricting the operation of Telegram, a popular messaging service, and are now threatening its total shutdown. The move, however, is unlikely to put off a significant section of the population from using the service, including the »»»
Fatal crash in USA: Kyrgyzstani Bekzhan Beishekeev faces 28 years in prison - | 24.KG
A citizen of Kyrgyzstan, Bekzhan Beishekeev, has been charged in the United States in connection with a crash that killed four people. He faces up to 28 years in prison, reports from an immigrant information portal on social media say. Photo social media The fatal road accident occurred on February»»»
‘I’m glad he’s dead’: Trump reacts to death of ex-FBI chief Robert Mueller, 81
Robert Mueller, the former FBI director who led the investigation into alleged Russian interference in US President Donald Trump’s 2016 election campaign, has died aged 81. The veteran prosecutor, long seen as a bipartisan figure, drew a sharply divisive response from Trump, who said he was “glad h»»»
Iran strikes Israeli nuclear town in retaliation for Natanz attack amid escalating conflict
An Iranian missile struck the Israeli town of Dimona, home to a nuclear facility, injuring dozens in what Tehran said was retaliation for strikes on its Natanz nuclear site. The attack comes amid escalating regional tensions, including two failed Iranian missile strikes on the US‑UK base Diego Garc»»»
Iran threatens key infrastructure in Middle East after Trump ultimatum
Iran threatened on Sunday to attack key infrastructure across the Middle East if US President Donald Trump follows through on his vow to "obliterate" the Islamic republic's power plants unless the Strait of Hormuz swiftly reopens. Trump ratcheted up pressure on Iran's leadership, announcing a count»»»
Disarming Hezbollah 'extremely difficult', expert says amid Israel tensions
It has been “extremely difficult” for the Lebanese government to disarm Hezbollah since the 2024 ceasefire with Israel, despite ongoing Israeli strikes in Lebanon, said Ziad Majed, professor of Middle East studies at the American University of Paris. He noted that Lebanese authorities face a dilemm»»»
'Disaster' for Gulf states if Iran targets desalination plants
Iran on Saturday threatened to retaliate by targeting key infrastructure in neighbouring countries if US President Donald Trump follows through on his vow to “obliterate” the Islamic Republic’s power plants amid tensions over a blockage of the Strait of Hormuz. Journalist Hoda Abdel-Hamid, reportin»»»
Iran threatens to cripple Gulf water and energy systems after Trump ultimatum
Iran said on Sunday it would target Gulf energy and water infrastructure if U.S. President Donald Trump follows through on a threat to strike its power grid within 48 hours, escalating the conflict. Air raid sirens sounded across Israel after overnight Iranian missile attacks injured dozens in Arad»»»
Israel's lack of strategy makes for aimless wars
Both opponents of Israel and its supporters in the Middle East and beyond share a common misconception: that Israel has an overall strategy guiding its national security policy. Critics accuse Israel of pursuing some nefarious plan, while supporters say it is trying to destroy Iran's so-called 'axi»»»