"Earth Hour", Saturday at 08:30 p.m.
Tunis, March 28 (TAP) - Saturday, March 28, 2026, the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) is observing the 20th anniversary of Earth Hour, the world's largest mobilisation for environmental protection.This global event invites citizens, businesses and...»»»
413,793 KitKat Candy Bars Stolen en Route from Italy to Poland
Swiss food giant Nestlé says about 12 tons, or 413,793 candy bars, of its KitKat chocolate brand were stolen after leaving its production site in Italy earlier this week for Poland. The company, based in Vevey, Switzerland, said in a statement Friday that “the vehicle and its load are still nowhere»»»
Two India-bound LPG Tankers Crossing Strait of Hormuz Out of Gulf
Two liquefied petroleum gas tankers, BW Elm and BW Tyr, are crossing the Strait of Hormuz bound for India, according to ship tracking data from LSEG and Kpler. The US-Israeli war against Iran has all but halted shipping through the strait, but Iran said this week that "non-hostile vessels" may tran»»»
SNJT condemns assassination of three journalists in Lebanon by Zionist entity
Tunis, March 28 (TAP) - The National Union of Tunisian Journalists (SNJT) on Saturday condemned the "odious crime" committed that day by the Zionist occupation, following a deliberate attack targeting working journalists in southern Lebanon.This...»»»
ARF Candidates for Parliament Honour Victims of Process of Rebirth in Barutin
Candidates for the National Assembly from the Alliance for Rights and Freedoms (ARF) paid tribute in the village of Barutin, Southern Bulgaria, to the memory of the victims of the Process of Rebirth, when Bulgaria's Turks were be assimilated by changing their Turkish and Arabic names to Bulgarian a»»»
Saudi East-West Pipeline is Pumping Oil at its Full Capacity
Saudi Arabia’s crucial East-West pipeline that circumvents the Strait of Hormuz is pumping oil at its full capacity of 7 million barrels a day, a person familiar with the matter told Bloomberg. The technical milestone is the culmination of the Kingdom’s longstanding contingency plan for keeping its»»»
Saudi Crown Prince discusses regional developments with Indian Prime Minister
Jeddah: Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister HH Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed, in a phone call today, the latest regional developments and the repercussions of the ongoing military escalation on the security and stability of the »»»
Oil to get more expensive this week as Middle East tensions escalate
Dubai: Oil prices are expected to rise further in the coming week, supported by escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and growing signs that supply risks are broadening beyond key transit routes. Brent crude traded above $112 per barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate hovered near»»»
Abu Dhabi reviews emergency response readiness amid regional unrest
Abu Dhabi’s top police official has carried out a field visit to the emirate’s main emergency response hub to review how well it is prepared to handle any fallout from the current regional situation. Major General Ahmed Saif bin Zaitoon Al Muhairi, Commander-in-Chief of Abu Dhabi Police and head of»»»
Tunisia, AfCFTA review cooperation prospects
Tunis, March 28 (TAP) - The current state and prospects of cooperation between Tunisia and the Secretariat General of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) were at the centre of a phone call held Saturday between Minister of Foreign...»»»
Virus Kills Tiger Cubs in Indonesian Zoo
Two Bengal tiger cubs born in Indonesia's Bandung Zoo last year have died from a viral infection, a conservation official told AFP on Friday. The cubs, two males named Huru and Hara, were born last July to tigress Jelita, who remains in good health. According to the conservation agency of West Java»»»
Military intercepts 15 hostile drones in 24 hours: Kuwaiti Defense Ministry
Kuwait: Kuwait's Ministry of Defense announced on Saturday that it had detected and dealt with 15 hostile drones in the past 24 hours, some of them targeted Kuwait International Airport, causing significant damage to the radar system without any human casualties. That was revealed by Official Spoke»»»
Windy, dry conditions to prompt fire risk in the central U.S. - UPI.com
Persistent dry weather, gusty winds and little to no precipitation in sight will raise the risk for wildfires across the Plains through the rest of March, AccuWeather meteorologists say. The fire risk can even remain elevated through the remainder of spring across the region. Fire risk this weekend»»»
Prime minister, Armenian FM discuss ways to resolve disputes by peaceful means
DOHA: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani received a phone call from Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Armenia HE Ararat Mirzoyan. During the call, they explored the developments of the military escalation in the region »»»
Hezbollah Military Media Honors Martyred Journalists, Affirms Their Legacy Immortal - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah Military Media Honors Martyred Journalists, Affirms Their Legacy Immortal 28-03-2026 18:42 PM Hezbollah Military Media Office Log»»»
Mexican navy: Missing humanitarian aid boats found near Cuba - UPI.com
The two missing sailboats were delayed on their trip to Cuba by adverse weather conditions. Photo courtesy the Mexican navy March 28 (UPI) -- Two missing aid boats en route to Cuba that were reported missing have been found, the Mexican navy announced Saturday. The navy said aerial search crews spo»»»
Dh30m UAE Lottery: Results announced – see if you’ve won
Dubai: In the Dh30 million UAE Lottery's Lucky Day draw, several participants have claimed cash rewards, while the grand prize has remained unclaimed. During Draw No. 260328 on Saturday, the winning numbers from the Days section were 8, 31, 19, 24, 16, and 26, while the winning number from the Mont»»»
EU Parliament endorses initiative to create ‘return hubs’ for illegal migrants
European lawmakers have endorsed the opening of talks with the EU Council on a controversial legal framework to establish block-wide mechanisms to expel illegal migrants, including the creation of ‘return hubs’ in third countries. The idea to create de facto detention facilities outside of the EU’s»»»
Belarus to open embassy in North Korea
Belarus has announced plans to open an embassy in North Korea following talks between President Alexander Lukashenko and DPRK leader Kim Jong-un in Pyongyang. The two leaders signed a Treaty of Friendship and Cooperation, aiming for deeper coordination at a time of “global transformation.” Speaking»»»
Prime minister, Thai FM discuss regional developments, joint efforts to achieve peace
DOHA: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani received a phone call from Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Thailand HE Sihasak Phuangketkeow. During the call, they explored the developments of the military escalation in the r»»»
EXCLUSIVE: IDF Vet-Turned War Critic Explains Why Israel’s Military is on the Brink of Collapse
Israel has been fighting a multi-front war since 2023, with the backbone of its forces “based on its reserve battalions, on people that are civilians and that are called by the army to serve,” former IDF officer Guy Poran told Sputnik, commenting on a top general’s warning that the IDF risks “colla»»»
Hezbollah fighters struck a Hummer vehicle, a radar site, and Merkava tanks and hit a gathering of Israeli enemy soldiers and vehicles with a rocket salvo in Al-Bayyada, scoring a direct hit on a Namera armored personnel carrier: Military Media Statements 21 to 25 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah fighters struck a Hummer vehicle, a radar site, and Merkava tanks and hit a gathering of Israeli enemy soldiers and vehicles with»»»
More than 3,000 No Kings events expected across globe Saturday - UPI.com
Thousands of protesters against the Trump administration policies rallied as part of the nationwide No Kings protest in front of City Hall in downtown Orlando, Fla., on October 18. No Kings organizers expect even more people to turn out for protests Saturday. File Photo by Chris Chew/UPI | License »»»
Sharjah Municipality teams restore normalcy after heavy rains, ensure smooth traffic flow
Sharjah: Swift action by Sharjah Municipality teams has helped restore normal conditions across the emirate within hours of heavy rainfall, as field crews worked intensively to clear waterlogged areas and improve visibility. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply c»»»
There Is No Legal Issue with Gurov's Appointment as Caretaker PM - Justice Minister
In a Facebook post published on Saturday, caretaker Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Justice Andrey Yankulov commented on the ongoing trial at the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) that involves caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gurov. Yankulov said that there is no legal issue with »»»
Ghana players’ luxury watches stolen in Vienna hotel
Dubai: Two Ghana national football team players had luxury watches stolen from their hotel rooms in Vienna ahead of a friendly match against Austria on Friday, according to local police. A Vienna police spokesperson said the stolen items included Rolex watches valued in the “low to mid five-figure »»»
Israeli Military Kills 15-year-old Palestinian in West Bank
The Israeli military killed a 15-year-old Palestinian boy near Bethlehem late on Friday, according to the Palestinian health ministry, as violence in the Israeli-occupied West Bank surges. The Palestinian health ministry said in a statement that the 15-year-old boy had died after arriving at the ho»»»
Prime Minister receives phone call from Thailand's Foreign Minister
Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, received a telephone call from Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Thailand HE Sihasak Phuangketkeow. During the call, they reviewed the developments of the military escalat»»»
Prime Minister receives phone call from Armenian Foreign Minister
Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, received a telephone call from Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Armenia HE Ararat Mirzoyan. During the call, they reviewed the developments of the military escalation in»»»
Scattered Rain Revitalizes Desert Outings, Camping in Saudi Hail
Recent scattered rainfall across Saudi Arabia's Hail Region has drawn residents and visitors to the plains, mountains, and popular sites such as the Aja and Salma mountains, the Qana sand dunes, and the outskirts of Jubbah, revitalizing desert outings and camping while providing families and youth »»»
French Police Thwart a Suspected Bombing Outside a Bank of America Building in Paris
French police have thwarted a suspected bomb attack outside a Bank of America building in Paris, authorities said Saturday. One suspect was detained and another escaped. The national anti-terrorism prosecutor’s office, or PNAT, told The Associated Press that it has opened an investigation into alle»»»
Meet the Artemis Crew in NASA's First Astronaut Mission to the Moon in More than a Half-century
The four astronauts making NASA’s next lunar leap bear little resemblance to the Apollo era. The Americans who blazed the trail to the moon more than half a century ago were white men chosen for their military test pilot experience. This first Artemis crew includes a woman, a person of color and a »»»
Prime Minister receives phone call from Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Pakistan
Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani received a telephone call from Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan HE Mohammad Ishaq Dar. During the call, they reviewed the devel»»»
Lebanon says 46 rescuers, 5 medical staff killed in Israeli strikes
Lebanese Health Minister Rakan Nassereddine said Saturday that 46 rescuers and five medical staff had been killed by Israel since the start of the war with Hezbollah on March 2. Nassereddine said in a press conference that "the number of martyrs in the health sector... is 51 martyrs... including 46»»»
OIC condemns Israeli seizure of 15 homes in occupied Jerusalem
Jeddah: The General Secretariat of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) strongly condemned the Israeli occupation authorities' illegal decision to seize 15 homes in Silwan town in occupied Jerusalem and forcibly displace Palestinian families, in preparation for handing the properties over »»»
Emirates Global Aluminium Al Taweelah site damaged in Iranian missile, drone attacks
Dubai: Emirates Global Aluminium said on Saturday its Al Taweelah site sustained significant damage during Iranian missile and drone attacks at Khalifa Economic Zone Abu Dhabi, with assessments ongoing. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.The company »»»
Qatar Press Center condemns continuation of Iranian aggression against Qatar
DOHA: The Qatar Press Center has renewed its strong condemnation of the continuation of Iranian attacks on the State of Qatar, following the announcement by Qatar's Ministry of Defense that the country's airspace was subjected on Saturday to an attack by drones, which the armed forces managed to in»»»
Key Sharjah bus routes back in operation after rains
Sharjah: The Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority (SRTA) has announced the gradual resumption of intercity bus services as part of efforts to restore normal operations following recent weather conditions. The authority said the current phase covers the reactivation of several key routes, including»»»
Israeli Strike Kills Three Lebanese Journalists
An Israeli strike on a car in southern Lebanon has killed three Lebanese journalists, Reuters reported. Al Manar reporter Ali Shaib and reporter Fatima Ftouni, from broadcaster Al Mayadeen, were killed when their vehicle was hit. Ftouni's brother, cameraman Mohammed Ftouni, had also been killed in »»»
Protesters March in London to Oppose the Rise of Political Right
Tens of thousands of protesters took to the streets of central London on Saturday for a "March to Stop the Far Right" with many demonstrators decrying the right-wing Reform UK party of Brexit campaigner Nigel Farage, which is topping opinion polls. Backed by trade unions and civil society groups, t»»»
MoI emphasizes importance of adhering to school safety guidelines and safe behaviours
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Interior emphasised the importance of adhering to school safety guidelines and safe behaviours, "which require everyone's cooperation to ensure the safety and protection of our students to guarantee and guarantee a stable school environment." MoI added that compliance w»»»
Senegal parade AFCON trophy at Stade de France, despite being stripped of title
Paris, France: Senegal, who won the Africa Cup of Nations title in a controversial final against hosts Morocco in January, only to be stripped of their victory weeks later, paraded the trophy ahead of a friendly on Saturday against Peru at the Stade de France in Paris.Spectators gather ahead of the»»»
Destruction from Two Wars Strains the Lebanese State
A pattern of systematic destruction pursued by Israel in the current war is becoming clearer by the day, extending in both context and objectives from the previous conflict and pushing entire Lebanese regions and governorates toward a “scorched earth” reality. The scale and nature of the targeting »»»
In-person classes set to resume across Qatar
Dubai: Qatar’s Ministry of Education and Higher Education has confirmed that public and private schools are fully prepared to reopen for in-person learning on Sunday, welcoming nearly 417,000 students, the Qatar News Agency reports. The ministry added that all necessary arrangements have been compl»»»
Trump’s Skepticism Shook NATO: Iran War May Shatter It
The US president “essentially views NATO as an obsolete relic of the Cold War,” and allies’ refusal to help in Iran demonstrates that the US-European defense dynamic as it has existed since the late 1940s “is no longer necessary,” says Joe Siracusa, dean of Global Futures at Australia’s Curtin Univ»»»
Hezbollah fighters targeted a gathering of Israeli occupation army soldiers and vehicles in the town of Al-Bayyada with artillery shells: Military Media Statement 17 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah fighters targeted a gathering of Israeli occupation army soldiers and vehicles in the town of Al-Bayyada with artillery shells: M»»»
Qatar intercepts, neutralizes drones launched from Iran on Saturday: MOD
Doha, Qatar: The Qatari Ministry of Defense announced that the State of Qatar was targeted today, Saturday by a number of drones launched from the Islamic Republic of Iran. The Ministry added that "Our Armed Forces, by the grace of God, successfully intercepted and neutralized all incoming drones”»»»
Iran Attacks US Navy Support Ship in Port of Salalah in Oman - Military Command
TEHRAN (Sputnik) - The Iranian armed forces attacked a US Navy support ship in the port of Salalah in Oman at a distance of more than 1,000 kilometers (620 miles) from the coast of the Islamic Republic, Ebrahim Zolfaghari, spokesman for the Khatam Al-Anbiya central headquarters of the Iranian milit»»»
Abu Dhabi launches National First Line of Defense Forum, Dh100 million training grants to boost emergency readiness
Abu Dhabi: The 26th edition of the National First Line of Defense Forum officially commenced today in Abu Dhabi under the theme “Together for a Nation’s Readiness.” The forum is organised by the National Unified and Integrated Training System for Readiness and Response, under the supervision of the»»»