European leaders have been carefully drafting cautious statements urging ‘de-escalation’, ‘respect for international law’ and ‘solidarity’ with those affected by the new and growing regional war in the Middle East over the last few days. But one voice has sounded different. And it speaks Spanish. O»»»

The common refrain out of the EU right now as Iran is being violated by the US and Israel’s giant missiles, is that it’s time for Tehran to just sit back and take it, and then reason with the attackers. “It is essential that the war does not spread any further. The Iranian regime has choices to mak»»»

BusinessMiddle EastIran attacks on Gulf oil and gas sites trigger energy fearsAshutosh PandeyIranian attacks on regional refineries and gas plants, and oil tankers are increasing global energy supply fears, risking major economic fallouts from Asia to Europe and forcing consumers to tighten their b»»»

When President Donald Trump described the 28 February US-Israel strikes on Iran as “major combat operations,” it reignited a long-running constitutional debate in Washington: Can a US president launch military action without Congress formally declaring war? The issue sits at the intersection of con»»»

A tanker anchored in the Persian Gulf off coast of Dubai, one of scores halted on either side of Strait of Hormuz after it was effectively closed due to threats against shipping made by the regime in Tehran that have sent global energy prices soaring. Photo by Stringer/EPA March 3 (UPI) -- The pric»»»

London: US President Donald Trump said the historical relationship between his country and Britain was “not like it used to be”, in an interview to British daily newspaper The Sun, amid a major transatlantic fall out over US-Israeli strikes against Iran. “This was the most solid relationship of all»»»

Dubai: European natural gas prices are surging after Qatar halted production at the world’s largest liquefied natural gas plant following Iranian drone attacks, raising concerns over global supply security tied to Gulf exports. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Benchmark»»»

Trade in goods between Germany and Romania totalled EUR 42.6 billion last year, marking a 5.7% increase, the Romanian – German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (AHK Romania) announced on Tuesday. Romania thus maintained its 17th position among Germany’s trading partners. According to data sourced b»»»

Dubai: Bitcoin fell sharply after briefly reclaiming the $70,000 mark, retreating in tandem with global equities as escalating conflict in the Middle East drove investors out of risk assets. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The world’s largest cryptocurrency dropped as »»»

Europe knew this may be coming. For weeks, leaders and policy makers watched the US military build-up in the Middle East. They heard the threats of the Trump administration to Tehran: Give up all nuclear aspirations - or else! But since the US-Israeli attack started on Iran three days ago, this con»»»

Dubai: UAE influencer and media personality Khalid Al Ameri on Tuesday shared a powerful message of calm and unity, pointing to the country’s leadership and the sense of safety residents continue to feel. In a video posted on social media, Al Ameri highlighted footage of the UAE leaders walking thr»»»

Bulgaria continues to be a difficult environment for independent journalism, according to the annual Europe Press Freedom report, prepared with the support of the Council of Europe and presented here on Tuesday. The section of the report dedicated to Bulgaria notes “modest improvements” in recent y»»»

Global energy markets are on maximum alert following the military escalation in the Middle East. The outbreak of direct confrontation between the United States and Israel on one side and Iran on the other has effectively paralyzed shipping through the Strait of Hormuz - the vital artery that carrie»»»

Russian President Vladimir Putin had a phone conversation with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, according to the Kremlin press service. Vladimir Putin and Viktor Orban discussed the sharply deteriorating situation around Iran and in the Middle East region, including the consequences for the e»»»

Dubai: Iranians living in Dubai say they feel protected and grateful for the UAE’s safety, even as they hope for peace back home. Iranian businessman Navid Hamedi calls the UAE “incredible.” Actor Soroush Helali says he would always choose Dubai over returning to Belgium, since he holds his passpor»»»

148 years ago, Bulgaria returned to the map of Europe, the Velichie party wrote in a social media post marking Bulgaria’s National Day. “Today we mark the most significant day in Bulgarian history,” they added. “Just as Shipka Peak has become a symbol of eternal reverence for the feat of the heroes»»»

The Ministry of Justice of Kyrgyzstan launched Electronic Notary mobile app in pilot mode. It is currently available for download on the Play Market and will soon be available on the App Store. The mobile app can be used to perform a number of notarial acts electronically, including certification o»»»

March 3 (UPI) -- Suspected Iranian drones have struck the U.S. Embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Defense said early Tuesday, as the United States orders all non-emergency personnel to evacuate Bahrain and Kuwait amid Tehran's continued retaliation strikes targeting U.S. assets and Israe»»»

Financial markets are entering a risk-off phase following the US and Israeli bombardments of Iran, although the immediate impact appears contained, according to an analysis by global financial services firm Ebury. Although the timing and scale of the US-Israeli military action against Iran took man»»»

US President Donald Trump said the historical relationship between his country and Britain was "not like it used to be", in an interview to British daily newspaper The Sun, amid a major transatlantic fall out over US-Israeli strikes against Iran. "This was the most solid relationship of all. And no»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Gas exchange prices in Europe exceeded $700 per thousand cubic meters for the first time since January 23, 2023, data from the London-based ICE exchange showed on Tuesday. April futures on the TTF index — Europe's largest hub — opened at $586.7 per 1,000 cubic meters (+8.8%) at 0»»»

On March 3, 1875, "Carmen" by Georges Bizet premiered in Paris. 1 of 6 | The Israeli Opera holds a dress rehearsal before the opening of the Israeli Opera Festival of Geroges Bizet's "Carmen" at the foot of the ancient fortress Masada, Israel, on June 5, 2012. The opera was first performed on March»»»

Data published by the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) shows that new car registrations in Europe fell at an annual rate in January 2026, the first decline since June 2025, affected by declines in major markets, including Germany, France and Poland. The association representing»»»

Health Minister Alexandru Rogobete and World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Director for Europe Hans Henri P. Kluge on Thursday signed a Biennial Collaboration Agreement for 2026-2027.'This agreement is not a formal one. It is built on the realities of our health system and on the objectives un»»»

The leaders of the governing coalition met in a new meeting on Monday for discussions regarding the draft state budget for this year.The meeting at the Victoria Palace is attended by Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan, chairman of the National Liberal Party (PNL), Sorin Grindeanu, chairman of the Social D»»»

Festive events dedicated to Kyrgyzstan’s State Flag Day and Ak Kalpak Day, celebrated on March 5, were held in Batken. Young people wearing ak kalpaks and holding national flags marched through the city’s central streets. Participants noted that this event symbolizes respect for state symbols and n»»»

President Donald Trump on Monday said he will attend this year's White House Correspondents' Association dinner, following his yearslong boycott of the event. File Photo by Annabelle Gordon/UPI | License Photo March 3 (UPI) -- For the first time as president, Donald Trump will attend the White Hous»»»

Kyrgyzstan is among the countries expected to experience the highest growth in food prices in 2026. A study by Visual Capitalist, a data visualization platform, says. The research is based on new forecasts from the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), which indicate that Kyrgyzst»»»

US Central Command said the Strait of ‌Hormuz, ‌a key ‌shipping ⁠route for the ⁠world's oil supply, is ⁠not ‌closed ‌despite statements ‌by Iranian officials, ‌Fox News reported ‌on Monday. CENTCOM did not immediately respond to a request for comment, according to Reuters. The strait lies between O»»»

Europe is not a main drug market for the Mexican cartels, experts seem to agree. But those cartels are actively seeking to buy weapons in Europe and, sometimes, they pay local middlemen with drugs instead of cash. And the middlemen, in turn, sell the drugs to make a profit. Anastacio Soto Vega, a S»»»

The price of flights between Asia and Europe has soared after the closure of key Middle Eastern hubs due to the US-Israel war against Iran, with airline websites showing tickets on many popular routes booked out for days. Major Gulf hubs remained closed for a fourth day on Tuesday, slashing capacit»»»

Remaining regime forces have blocked the Strait of Hormuz after the United States and Israel launched a war against Iran on Saturday morning. An aerial view, taken with a drone, shows a crowd holding a flag during a march and rallyin support of regime change in the Middle Eastern nation. Photo by T»»»

Stay updated: Get the latest faster by downloading the Gulf News app now - it's completely free. Click here for Apple or here for Android. You can also find it on the Huawei AppGallery.Ali Saeed Al Neyadi, Chairman of the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority,l (NCEMA), reveal»»»

Escalating US-Iran tensions have halted LNG production in Qatar and threatened shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, exposing Europe, Asia and emerging importers to sharp price spikes and renewed energy security risks. WH»»»

Escalating US-Iran tensions have halted LNG production in Qatar and threatened shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, exposing Europe, Asia and emerging importers to sharp price spikes and renewed energy security risks. WH»»»

Escalating US-Iran tensions have halted LNG production in Qatar and threatened shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, exposing Europe, Asia and emerging importers to sharp price spikes and renewed energy security risks. WH»»»

Escalating US-Iran tensions have halted LNG production in Qatar and threatened shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, exposing Europe, Asia and emerging importers to sharp price spikes and renewed energy security risks. WH»»»

The assassination of Iran's Supreme Leader has triggered severe retaliatory strikes and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, halting shipping and threatening oil markets. WHAT: Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz and attacked»»»

The assassination of Iran's Supreme Leader has triggered severe retaliatory strikes and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, halting shipping and threatening oil markets. WHAT: Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz and attacked»»»

Escalating US-Iran tensions have halted LNG production in Qatar and threatened shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, exposing Europe, Asia and emerging importers to sharp price spikes and renewed energy security risks. WH»»»

Escalating US-Iran tensions have halted LNG production in Qatar and threatened shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, exposing Europe, Asia and emerging importers to sharp price spikes and renewed energy security risks. WH»»»

Italy has called for the European Union to suspend its flagship Emissions Trading System (ETS), intensifying pressure on Brussels to overhaul the bloc’s cornerstone climate policy amid mounting industrial unrest. “The ETS »»»

Italy has called for the European Union to suspend its flagship Emissions Trading System (ETS), intensifying pressure on Brussels to overhaul the bloc’s cornerstone climate policy amid mounting industrial unrest. “The ETS »»»

Italy has called for the European Union to suspend its flagship Emissions Trading System (ETS), intensifying pressure on Brussels to overhaul the bloc’s cornerstone climate policy amid mounting industrial unrest. “The ETS »»»

Italy has called for the European Union to suspend its flagship Emissions Trading System (ETS), intensifying pressure on Brussels to overhaul the bloc’s cornerstone climate policy amid mounting industrial unrest. “The ETS »»»

Italy has called for the European Union to suspend its flagship Emissions Trading System (ETS), intensifying pressure on Brussels to overhaul the bloc’s cornerstone climate policy amid mounting industrial unrest. “The ETS »»»

Italy has called for the European Union to suspend its flagship Emissions Trading System (ETS), intensifying pressure on Brussels to overhaul the bloc’s cornerstone climate policy amid mounting industrial unrest. “The ETS »»»

Italy has called for the European Union to suspend its flagship Emissions Trading System (ETS), intensifying pressure on Brussels to overhaul the bloc’s cornerstone climate policy amid mounting industrial unrest. “The ETS »»»

Italy has called for the European Union to suspend its flagship Emissions Trading System (ETS), intensifying pressure on Brussels to overhaul the bloc’s cornerstone climate policy amid mounting industrial unrest. “The ETS »»»

Russia has indicated it would accept a mooted US security deal guarantees for Ukraine, but has hardened its line saying it will pull out of talks completely unless Kyiv indicates it is willing to pull out of the Donbas completely. »»»