3 Turkish nationals sentenced over shooting targeting Greek intelligence officer
A mixed jury court in Edessa, northern Greece, has handed prison sentences ranging from six to 11 years to three Turkish nationals convicted in a May 2025 shooting incident targeting an officer of Greece’s National Intelligence Service (EYP) in Tagarades, Thessaloniki. The court found the 50-year-o»»»
PM Gurov: Caretaker Cabinet Will Withstand Attacks, Stay United
The caretaker Government will continue to act with decency, responsibility, and as a unified team, regardless of how many directions the attacks come from, caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gurov said at the start of the Cabinet's weekly meeting on Wednesday. "There is no doubt these days that the ca»»»
Yemen’s Houthis claim joint attack with Iran and Hezbollah on Israel
Yemen's Houthis on Wednesday claimed a missile attack targeting Israel that they said was launched jointly with their backer Iran and Lebanon's Hezbollah group -- the third such attack by the Houthis since they entered the Middle East war. The Iranian-backed Houthis in Yemen said Wednesday they fir»»»
Lebanon denounces Israel's 'clear intention' for new occupation
Lebanon denounced what it called Israel's plans for "a new occupation of Lebanese territory" on Tuesday, after Israel said it would establish a "security zone" in the country. Defense Minister Major General Michel Menassa said the remarks by his counterpart Israel Katz were "no longer mere threats"»»»
Bulgaria's Interior Minister: Vote-Buying Parties Won’t Be Named Until After Elections
Acting Interior Minister Emil Dechev said he is not in a position to publicly name the political parties involved in vote-buying at this stage, but indicated that such information could be disclosed once the elections are over. Speaking on BNT, he suggested that certain political formations clearly»»»
Saudi Women Help Steady Unemployment at End of 2025
In a sign of the profound changes reshaping Saudi Arabia’s labor market, Saudi women emerged as a key factor in keeping unemployment stable at the end of 2025, helped by higher economic participation and growing job opportunities across a range of vital sectors. The labor force participation rate f»»»
Charlie Kirk bullet not linked to alleged killer Robinson’s rifle, lawyers say
Investigators could not match the bullet that killed conservative influencer Charlie Kirk to the rifle used by his alleged assassin, lawyers for the suspect have claimed. The accused killer’s defense team is using this fact to push for a delayed trial. Tyler Robinson’s lawyers said in a recent cour»»»
Interior Minister Says Prosecution Service Is ‘Major Absentee’ in Key Petyo Petrov, Martin Bojanov, Petrohan Cases
The prosecution service is the major absentee in the cases involving Petyo “the Euro” Petrov, Martin “the Notary” Bojanov, and the Petrohan case, caretaker Interior Minister Emil Dechev told the Bulgarian National Television on Wednesday. He again stated that Sofia City Prosecutor Emilia Rusinova h»»»
Yemen's Houthis claim joint Iran-Hezbollah attack on Israel
Yemen's Houthis on Wednesday claimed a missile attack targeting Israel that they said was launched jointly with their backer Iran and Lebanon's Hezbollah group -- the third such attack by the Houthis since they entered the Middle East war. The Iranian-backed Houthis in Yemen said Wednesday they fir»»»
Seven killed, 24 wounded in Israeli strikes on Khaldeh and Beirut's Jnah
Israeli strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs and a nearby town killed at least seven people, as Israel's military said it had targeted senior Hezbollah members. The health ministry said an Israeli raid early Wednesday in the Jnah area, which borders Hezbollah's stronghold in the southern suburbs of»»»
LIVE UPDATES: Qatar intercepts missiles, one hits QatarEnergy oil tanker
Doha, Qatar: Qatar's Defence Ministry confirmed that three cruise missiles were launched from Iran with the armed forces intercepting two, while one hit an oil tanker in the country's territorial waters. Stay tuned for more updates ---------------------------------- 10:35am Doha Time Qatar Airways »»»
Gold slides 14% in March Despite War, Testing Safe-Haven Status
Gold defied its traditional role as a crisis hedge in March, posting its steepest monthly fall since October 2008. The metal dropped more than 14% over the month - its sharpest decline in over 17 years - despite heightened geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, prompting questions about whether »»»
Philippines extends visa relief for stranded foreigners amid Middle East conflict
Dubai: The Philippines has extended its visa relief programme for foreign nationals stranded due to the ongoing developments in the Middle East, offering them temporary legal stay without fines or penalties. Philippine justice secretary Fredderick Vida has signed department order 219, extending the»»»
Africa’s ports and airlines gain as Red Sea crisis reshapes global trade routes
Some African economies are winners from the Iran war. From Kenya to Nigeria, they are registering sharp gains in trade, aviation and energy revenues as the conflict between the US, Israel and Iran disrupts traditional shipping and air corridors, cutting traffic through the Red Sea and Strait of Hor»»»
Africa’s ports and airlines gain as Red Sea crisis reshapes global trade routes
Some African economies are winners from the Iran war. From Kenya to Nigeria, they are registering sharp gains in trade, aviation and energy revenues as the conflict between the US, Israel and Iran disrupts traditional shipping and air corridors, cutting traffic through the Red Sea and Strait of Hor»»»
Africa’s ports and airlines gain as Red Sea crisis reshapes global trade routes
Some African economies are winners from the Iran war. From Kenya to Nigeria, they are registering sharp gains in trade, aviation and energy revenues as the conflict between the US, Israel and Iran disrupts traditional shipping and air corridors, cutting traffic through the Red Sea and Strait of Hor»»»
Africa’s ports and airlines gain as Red Sea crisis reshapes global trade routes
Some African economies are winners from the Iran war. From Kenya to Nigeria, they are registering sharp gains in trade, aviation and energy revenues as the conflict between the US, Israel and Iran disrupts traditional shipping and air corridors, cutting traffic through the Red Sea and Strait of Hor»»»
Africa’s ports and airlines gain as Red Sea crisis reshapes global trade routes
Some African economies are winners from the Iran war. From Kenya to Nigeria, they are registering sharp gains in trade, aviation and energy revenues as the conflict between the US, Israel and Iran disrupts traditional shipping and air corridors, cutting traffic through the Red Sea and Strait of Hor»»»
Islamic Resistance fighters have been fiercely clashing with Israeli enemy forces in the vicinity of the fortress in the town of Shamaa, using light and medium weapons. Simultaneously, the enemy forces were targeted with rockets and artillery shells. The fighters targeted a military vehicle with a guided missile, scoring a direct hit. Clashes are still ongoing: statement 3 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Islamic Resistance fighters have been fiercely clashing with Israeli enemy forces in the vicinity of the fortress in the town of Shamaa, us»»»
Israeli media: Iran launched 9 ballistic missiles at ‘Israel’ since this morning - 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: Iran launched 9 ballistic missiles at ‘Israel’ since this morning 01-04-2026 10:33 AM Latest News Urgent News Israeli media:»»»
Official: Yemen’s Arabian Sea Ports Poised to Become Global Logistics Hubs
A Yemeni maritime official said ports along the Arabian Sea are capable of becoming global logistics hubs, citing their competitive advantages and capacity to handle various types of commercial vessels, particularly container ships and general cargo vessels, as well as dry and liquid bulk carriers.»»»
Qatar Airways further revises flight schedules to more than 120 destinations
Doha, Qatar: Qatar Airways has published its latest revised schedule, reflecting the gradual increase in flights to, and from, Doha to more than 120 destinations by mid-May 2026, across the airline’s global network. All flights to, and from, Doha continue to operate through dedicated flight corrido»»»
US judge orders suspension of Trump's White House ballroom construction
A federal judge on Tuesday ordered the Trump administration to halt construction of a $400 million White House ballroom after demolition of the East Wing, ruling the project cannot proceed without congressional approval. US District Judge Richard Leon granted a preliminary injunction sought by a pr»»»
Artemis 2: What to know about first crewed Moon mission in half a century
NASA's Artemis II mission will send four astronauts circling around the Moon in humanity's first crewed lunar mission since 1972 – and the first to feature a woman. Its main goal is to prepare for the return of boots on the Moon in 2028. Here's what to know about the highly anticipated mission»»»
‘Blatantly racist’: Death penalty law among 'worst legislation' in Israeli parliamentary history
Carys Garland is pleased to welcome Bentzi Sykora, Policy Director at Zulat for Equality and Human Rights. He observes profound tension within Israeli democracy, a moment shaped by trauma, political opportunism, and a struggle over constitutional values. As Policy Director of the Zulat Institute, »»»
As US pursues 'maximalist demands', Iran relies on four decades of asymmetric warfare
Carys Garland is pleased to welcome Ali Vaez, Director of the Iran Project & International Crisis Group Senior Advisor. He examines the evolving dynamics of the confrontation between the US, Israel, and Iran. Military escalation risks triggering systemic regional and global consequences, while »»»
Macron Lauds Europe’s ‘Predictability’ in Seeming Contrast to Trump
French President Emmanuel Macron praised Europe's "predictability" during a visit to Japan on Wednesday, contrasting it with countries that "could hurt you without even informing you" in an apparent swipe at Donald Trump. The US president lashed out at France on Tuesday, writing on social media tha»»»
Yemen's Houthis Claim 3rd Missile Attack Targeting Israel
Yemen's Houthis on Wednesday claimed a missile attack against Israel that they said was launched jointly with their backer Iran and Lebanon's Hezbollah group -- the third such attack by the militias since they entered the Middle East war. Earlier on Wednesday, Israel's military said its air defense»»»
Macron arrives in Japan on visit dominated by economic consequences of Iran war
French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday arrived in Japan for a visit expected to be dominated by the economic fallout of the Middle East war. France and Japan have said they stand ready to take "all necessary measures" to ensure the stability of global energy markets. French President Emmanuel »»»
On This Day, April 1: Hitler imprisoned for Beer Hall Putsch - UPI.com
On April 1, 1924, Adolf Hitler was sent to prison for five years after failing to take over Germany by force in the unsuccessful "Beer Hall Putsch." 1 of 5 | The defendants in the Beer Hall Putsch trial pose for a photo in Munich, Germany, on the last day of the trial, April 1, 1924. From left are »»»
Bulgaria's Acting PM Signed the Right Agreement at the Wrong Time for All the Wrong Reasons
Acting Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov flew to Kyiv, signed a 10-year defense cooperation agreement with Volodymyr Zelensky, and flew back. On paper, a straightforward show of solidarity with real strategic substance. In practice, he attached enough additional baggage to the visit to hand nearly every»»»
Hidden seismic faults found beneath Saronic Gulf
Scientists have uncovered new active seismic faults beneath the Saronic Gulf, along with underwater landslides that signal ongoing seismic activity, according to research conducted under the Saronicos Project. The initiative, funded by the Athanasios Laskaridis Foundation, examines the seafloor’s s»»»
World Bank supports Romania with development policy loan worth 650 million USD
The World Bank's (WB) Board of Executive Directors approved on Monday a Development Policy Loan (DPL) worth 650 million USD, designed to support Romanian Government's efforts to strengthen fiscal sustainability, boost the development of private sector and foster job creation, according to a release»»»
NBR: Quarterly reference index for consumer loands 5.58% per annum
The reference index for consumer loans (IRCC) stands at 5.58% per annum, down from the 5.68% per annum index published three months ago, according to data released on Tuesday by the National Bank of Romania (NBR).The index is calculated as the arithmetic average of the daily interest rates of inter»»»
Government: Capping of markup for basic foods extended until June 30
The Government adopted, on Tuesday, the Emergency Ordinance aimed at extending the cap on markup for basic foods until June 30.The emergency ordinance amends Emergency Ordinance 67/2023, the Government spokesperson Ioana Nadina Dogioiu said."Basically, it is about an extension of the capping of the»»»
PM Bolojan meets chief European auditor on good governance, responsible use of fund
Romania's Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan had a meeting on Tuesday at the Government House with representatives of the European Court of Auditors, the Court of Auditors of the Republic of Moldova and the Court of Auditors of Romania, who are in Bucharest for an international meeting.Discussions focused»»»
EU Commissioner Minzatu: South-Eastern EU member states, candidate countries need to be more active and more vocal
Countries in South-East Europe that are already EU members, as well as candidate countries, need to play a more active role, become more vocal, and contribute to key directions in economic and political projects for a stronger Europe, Roxana Minzatu, Executive Vice-President of the European Commiss»»»
Albanian PM: Aims to conclude EU accession talks by 2027, join by decade's end
Albania aims to conclude its European Union accession negotiations by 2027 and join the bloc by the end of the decade, Prime Minister Edi Rama said on Tuesday in Bucharest.Albania and Montenegro are committed to European values, the Albanian prime minister said at the Economist Romania Government R»»»
Moldovan PM: Country hit by energy supply disruptions, river pollution, rising prices
The Republic of Moldova is facing multiple crises triggered by the conflicts in Ukraine and the Gulf, Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu said on Tuesday in Bucharest.The country is affected by rising prices, disruptions to energy supply, river pollution and incursions into its airspace by drones, th»»»
Presidential Administration hosted the roundtable "Addictions in children and adolescents”
Romania cannot afford to lose another child and every child or young person who manages to stay connected to life, to themselves, and to others is a victory not only for a family, but for the entire society, Mirabela Gradinaru said on Tuesday at the roundtable "Addictions in children and adolescent»»»
Romanian Air Force - new Enhanced Air Policing mission in Baltic airspace
The Romanian Air Force began a new Enhanced Air Policing mission in the Baltic airspace on Monday, as part of Romania's commitment to NATO's collective security, the Ministry of National Defence informs on Tuesday.According to a press release sent on Tuesday, the 'Carpathian Vipers' detachment, con»»»
ForMin Toiu attends informal meeting of the Foreign Affairs Council in Kyiv
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Oana Toiu, reiterated Romania's support for Ukraine, at the informal meeting of the Foreign Affairs Council held in Kiev, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MAE) reported on Tuesday."Minister Oana Toiu reiterated Romania's support for Ukraine, pointing out that Europe»»»
President Dan had a meeting, at Cotroceni Palace, with European Commissioner Apostolos Tzitzikostas
Romania still needs to develop its transport infrastructure at the national level, including the completion of three major highway projects, President Nicusor Dan said on Tuesday.The three projects he mentioned in a Facebook message are the A1 Sibiu-Pitesti, which connects with Central Europe, the »»»
Nicusor Dan , meeting with the president of the European Court of Accounts
President Nicusor Dan received Tony Murphy, the president of the European Court of Accounts at Cotroceni Palace on Tuesday. Tony Murphy is paying an official visit to Romania. On that occasion, the head of state pleaded for the adoption of an ambitious European budget, reflecting present and future»»»
Nicusor Dan receives premier Alexandru Munteanu
President Nicusor Dan assured Moldova's premier Alexandru Munteanu on Tuesday, that the Republic of Moldova can permanently count on Romania's support, either for the accession to EU, ensuring energy security or increasing resilience to hybrid threats. The head of the Romanian state received at Cot»»»
Trump Lashes Out at France, UK Over their Stance on Iran War
US President Donald Trump has attacked America's allies, particularly France and the UK, over their reluctance to get involved in the Iran war. In a post on his social media company Truth Social, Trump blamed France for being “VERY UNHELPFUL” in the killing of Iran’s then-Supreme Leader Ali Khamene»»»
Israel Medics Say 11-Year-Old Wounded After Iran Missile Fire
Israel's emergency medical service said an 11-year-old girl was in serious condition after a missile attack that the military blamed on Iran and police said caused damage at several sites. The military said it had "identified missiles launched from Iran towards the territory of the State of Israel"»»»
Advanced microsurgical spine procedure at Aisha Bint Hamad Al Attiyah Hospital restores mobility to 56-year-old
Doha, Qatar: The Orthopedic Surgery team at HMC’s Aisha Bint Hamad Al Attiyah Hospital (AAH), successfully performed a precise microsurgical spinal canal decompression on a 56-year-old patient who had suffered for years from chronic pain and severe difficulty in movement due to spinal canal stenosi»»»
Labour Minister chairs panel on workforce planning
Minister of Labour and Chair of the Workforce Planning Committee (WPC), H E Dr. Ali bin Smaikh Al Marri, chaired yesterday the Committee’s regular meeting, which discussed progress on initiatives and projects under the National Development Strategy for an effective and highly productive workforce. »»»
UAE launches ‘Basma 15’ initiative to bring Emirates ID services directly to schools
Dubai: The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP) has launched "Basma 15", a proactive government initiative aimed at simplifying identity services for students aged 15 and above by bringing key procedures directly to schools. Under the programme, specialised »»»