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»»»

US President Donald Trump has dismissed polls indicating that a majority of Americans disapprove of his decision to attack Iran. A CNN poll suggests that 60% of Americans do not support the initial US-Israeli strikes on Iran on Saturday, while a Reuters/Ipsos poll indicates that only one in four Am»»»

Abu Dhabi: The UAE is at the highest level of readiness and possesses the capabilities required to defend its territory regardless of how long the regional escalation continues, the Ministry of Defence said during a government media briefing on the latest developments. Brig. Staff Pilot Abdulnasir »»»

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»»»

Doha, Qatar: Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Majed bin Mohammed Al-Ansari, in a press conference, today gave further details on the key energy and industrial facilities that were targeted during the Iran attacks yesterday. He said, "In»»»

Lime has announced the launch of LimePrime, its new monthly subscription plan aimed at frequent users. The company says the new offer is designed to provide more predictable pricing through fixed-fare rides, alongside additional benefits. LimePrime complements the existing LimePass prepaid minute p»»»

The safety of Bulgarian citizens is the leading priority in organizing their evacuation from the Middle East region, caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gurov said during a briefing at the Council of Ministers here on Tuesday. Gurov noted that the situation in the Middle East is dynamic and changing da»»»

The United Nations on Tuesday urged all parties to "come to their senses" and end the war in the Middle East, with fear and panic spreading across the region and beyond. UN human rights chief Volker Turk said he was "deeply shocked" by how the conflict was affecting civilians. "The fear, the panic,»»»

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 »»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar correspondent says new barrage of missiles launched from Lebanon towards occupied territories 03-03-2026 13:45 PM Latest News Urge»»»

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Politicians in Bulgaria issued messages and statements on the occasion of this country's National Holiday, March 3, honoring those who fought for Bulgaria's freedom and urging that the hard-won liberty be preserved for future generations. Bulgaria marks the 148th anniversary of its Liberation today»»»

The Romanian Government has launched an online platform designed to collect complaints about excessive bureaucracy and accelerate the digitalization of public administration. Available at fara-hartie.gov.ro, the “Fără hârtie” (“No paper”) platform allows citizens, companies, and public officials to»»»

Romania went through one of its most challenging economic years in the past decade in 2025, marked by the highest inflation rate in the European Union and sluggish growth, according to the annual macroeconomic report Radiography of an economy under the pressure of twin deficits, published by the Co»»»

Tunis, March 3 (TAP) - The 4th edition of the Tunisian-Congolese Forum of Private Tunisian Universities and Vocational Training Centres will be held on April 13-15, 2026, in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo, at the initiative of the Export...»»»

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Abu Dhabi: The British Embassy in the UAE on Tuesday announced emergency helpline numbers for British nationals requiring urgent consular assistance amid blatant Iran aggression on the country. The embassy made the announcement on Tuesday as it also called on British nationals to register their pre»»»

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: As tensions rise across parts of the Middle East, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has advised overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) to “stay put” and prioritise safety while efforts to organise repatriation continue. In a briefing, Marcos has noted that the situation on the ground remai»»»

The US successfully debuted a low-cost suicide drone in combat in Iran just eight months after its Pentagon unveiling, as the US pushes to accelerate weapons programs. The Low-Cost Uncrewed Combat Attack System (LUCAS) drone, manufactured by Arizona's SpektreWorks, was showcased in July 2025 when D»»»

President Nicușor Dan has signed a decree appointing Mihai Dimian as Minister of Education and Research, following a proposal made by Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan. He is set to take the oath of office at the Cotroceni Palace later this afternoon. Mihai Dimian (born 9 February 1975) is a professor an»»»

The deputy head of Hezbollah’s political council, Mahmoud Qmati, on Tuesday issued a statement addressed to the residents of south Lebanon, saying that Hezbollah had maintained its “patience” after the 2024 ceasefire agreement for “their sake” and to “avert aggression,” hoping that the state would »»»

Capitals, March 3 (SANA) European gas prices surged Tuesday, surpassing $650 per 1,000 cubic meters for the first time since February 2023, driven by escalating U.S.-Israeli-Iranian tensions and concerns over global energy supply disruptions. Dutch TTF futures for April rose to $656 per 1,000 cubic»»»

DOHA: Qatar's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) has urged Qataris currently abroad to download its official app and register their details to ease communication in emergency situations. The ministry said its app is available for iOS and Android through the following links: https://apps.apple.com/u»»»

Policybazaar.ae, attempting to position motor insurance Dubai as something that follows drivers beyond the policy purchase, has announced the launch of ‘Wataniya Takaful – PB Auto Care (Pitstop P360)’. This launch has come in a partnership with ‘PitStop 360’ of Pitstop Automotive Services LLC and W»»»

Doha, Qatar: Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) has urged Qataris currently abroad to download its official app and register their details to ease communication in emergency situations. The ministry said its app is available for iOS and Android. MoFA also advised Qataris who are unable to transport»»»

Dubai: Damage to Iran’s Natanz nuclear enrichment site has been confirmed by the International Atomic Energy Agency, which said entrance buildings were hit but no radiological impact was expected. The development underscores the expanding scope of a conflict that has spread beyond Iran’s borders in»»»

A new draft law proposing major changes to the Land Code has appeared on the single public discussion portal. The document, prepared at the direction of Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan Adylbek Kasymaliev, aims to make land policy more understandable, transparent, and convenient f»»»

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»»»

The US has imposed sanctions ‌on the Rwandan army and four of its senior commanders, accusing them of fuelling the conflict in neighbouring Democratic Republic of the Congo. Fighting has persisted despite a US-brokered peace deal in December between the Congolese and Rwandan governments aimed at en»»»

Dubai: Sharjah City Municipality has announced that Muwaileh Commercial Park will reopen starting March 12, 2026. The announcement was made on Tuesday, March 3, through the municipality’s official social media channels. In February, the municipality had confirmed that the public park would be tempo»»»

The first triplets in 2026 have been born at the maternity ward of the Osh Interregional Combined Clinical Hospital, the medical institution reported. On February 20, a 22-year-old resident of Myrza-Ake rural district gave birth to three girls weighing 1,800 grams, 2,220 grams, and 2,320 grams. The»»»

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»»»

France will expand its nuclear arsenal as part of the nation’s new nuclear strategy, President Emmanuel Macron has said. He argued that the nation can only ensure its security by being “feared.” The announcement came during a keynote speech given by Macron on Monday at a military base hosting the c»»»

CTP, Europe’s largest listed developer, owner, and operator of industrial and logistics properties by gross leasable area (“GLA”), announces that Fabi Total Grup, a Romanian company specialised in the production of cleaning agents and the storage of professional cleaning products, has leased approx»»»

Dubai: The ‘Most Noble Number’ charity auction will take place on March 7 in support of the ‘Edge of Life’ campaign, a Ramadan initiative launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to help rescue five million chil»»»

Shipka Peak is a fortress of Bulgarian memory, one that is immune to fleeting political tensions, divisions and hatred, President Iliana Iotova said in her ceremonial address on Tuesday on the occasion of the National Day. “On March 3, we open and read some of the most important pages of our centur»»»

New strikes were reported Tuesday across the Middle East, including Israeli bombardment on Lebanon and a drone attack on the U.S. embassy in Saudi Arabia's capital Riyadh. The conflict started with U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran over the weekend, which sparked retaliatory Iranian attacks across t»»»

At least 30,000 people have been displaced in Lebanon due to the escalation of hostilities in the Middle East, the United Nations said Tuesday. "As of yesterday, the conservative estimates suggest that nearly 30,000 people were hosted and registered at collective shelters. Many more slept in their »»»

Washington: The United States has shut down several of its diplomatic missions across the Middle East and Gulf, and ordered non-essential staff and their families to leave some countries, amid ongoing regional military tensions. The US embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, was closed on Tuesday, with al»»»

Dubai: As US and Israeli strikes intensify, Iran’s missile force — widely assessed as the Middle East’s largest ballistic missile inventory — has moved to the centre of the conflict, shaping both retaliation and escalation risks. Defence analysts describe it as one of the region’s most varied arsen»»»

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»»»

WASHINGTON: The United States has shut down several of its diplomatic missions across the Middle East and Gulf, and ordered non-essential staff and their families to leave some countries, amid ongoing regional military tensions. The US embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, was closed on Tuesday, with al»»»

In an ambitious move to boost its economic landscape, Egypt has announced the development of a new seaport in Taba, South Sinai. President Abdel Fattah El Sisi has issued a decree allocating a significant plot of land to the General Authority of the Red Sea Ports for this purpose. This initiative i»»»

At least 30,000 displaced people have sought protection in shelters in Lebanon since hostilities between Israel and ‌Hezbollah began ‌on Monday, ‌the United ⁠Nations refugee agency ⁠said on Tuesday. "Conservative estimates suggest that nearly 30,000 people were ⁠hosted and ‌registered ‌at collectiv»»»

Six American soldiers were killed in an Iranian strike against a military facility in Kuwait on Sunday, the US has confirmed. US Central Command originally said three soldiers died in the incident but officials confirmed on Monday that the death toll had doubled, after one person succumbed to their»»»

Lebanon's President Joseph Aoun said Tuesday that the decision to ban Hezbollah's military activities is "irreversible", as the Iran-backed movement claimed responsibility for new attacks targeting Israeli positions. Speaking to members of the Quintet -- a committee made up of the French, US, Qatar»»»

The US strikes on Iran may be the biggest story around the world, but in Texas – where voters head to the polls on Tuesday to select the Democratic and Republican nominees in November's midterm congressional elections – it appears mostly to be an afterthought. At least for now. At a banquet hall in»»»

President Joseph Aoun said Tuesday that the decision to ban Hezbollah's military activities is "irreversible", as the Iran-backed movement claimed responsibility for new attacks targeting Israeli positions. Speaking to members of the Quintet -- a committee made up of the French, U.S., Qatari, Saudi»»»

It is planned to ban the import of vehicles not equipped with catalytic converters to Kyrgyzstan. Member of Parliament Adilet Belekov presented the bill at a meeting of the Committee on Law and Order, Crime and Corruption Prevention of Parliament. According to the bill’s initiator, catalytic conver»»»