BELGRADE - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic received on Tuesday a delegation of China's Hebei province, headed by Governor Wang Zhengpu, as well as HBIS Group Chairman Liu Jian. Vucic noted that the discussion had been substantial, addressing advancement of bilateral cooperation in the steel indu»»»

Poland does not intend to provide the US with its Patriot missile defense systems, Minister of National Defense of the Republic Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz stated. On Tuesday, the publication Rzeczpospolita reported that the US was demanding that Poland redeploy one of its two Patriots to the Middle »»»

Dubai: One of the most striking celestial events of the spring season is just a few hours away. The April Pink Full Moon will light up the skies above the UAE on the night of 1 and 2 April, and it is set to look more dramatic than your average full moon. Here is what it actually is, why it looks th»»»

Dubai: The UAE successfully intercepted multiple Iranian missiles and drones on Tuesday, March 31, as regional tensions continued. A Kuwaiti tanker, Al Salmi, was attacked by an Iranian drone off the Dubai coast, prompting swift action by UAE authorities to secure the vessel and surrounding waters.»»»

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Israeli strikes killed at least five people in the Gaza Strip in two separate attacks on Tuesday, health officials said, in the latest violence overshadowing a fragile five-months-old US-brokered ceasefire deal. Medics said an Israeli airstrike in Jabalia, north of the enclave, killed at least thre»»»

A delegation of Spanish companies is to visit Tripoli in May this year. The news was revealed yesterday after the Chairman of the Tripoli Chamber of Commerce, Anwar Abusitta, hosted Sonsoles Muñoz, the Commercial Attaché of the Spanish Embassy at the Chamber’s Tripoli headquarters. During the meeti»»»

Access to finance remains a structural challenge for agriculture across Europe, with an estimated financing gap of between EUR 19.8 billion and EUR 46.6 billion, according to the European Commission, fi-compass report. In Romania, the challenge is even more pronounced, with an estimated financial g»»»

A series of personnel reshuffles has taken place in local government bodies across Kyrgyzstan. The relevant decrees were signed by President Sadyr Japarov. In Chui region: In Jalal-Abad region: In Batken region: In Naryn region: The personnel decisions were made in accordance with the Constitution »»»

The Artists’ House will remain municipal property. Mayor of Bishkek Aibek Dzhunushaliev announced at a regular session of the Bishkek City Council. According to him, the issue of transferring the land at 108, Chui Avenue, where the Artists’ House is located, has generated widespread public outcry. »»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - There are signs that the crisis in the Persian Gulf is escalating into a broader conflict, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said on Tuesday. Russia has noted an increase of military power in international affairs, the minister said. "What we are witnessing now shows signs o»»»

Strikes on Iran's peaceful nuclear facilities could have serious consequences for regional security and stability, and China resolutely opposes them, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning stated at a briefing on Tuesday. The Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) earlier reported three s»»»

Satellite images are beginning to be released giving a glimpse into the toll of the Iran war, with ships ablaze in an Iranian port and destroyed buildings at American bases in the region. Information has so far been scarce about the damage being done across the Middle East, particularly when it's i»»»

Dubai: Whoop has raised $575 million in fresh funding at a $10.1 billion valuation, with strong participation from GCC investors signalling growing regional influence in global health technology. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The round was led by Collaborative Fund a»»»

Libya’s National Heart Centre, located in Tajoura, Tripoli (and popularly referred to as the Tajoura Heart Centre) announced last Friday (27 March) that it had signed an MoU with the Italian NGO UVPP (in collaboration with Rebel Heart and CCPM) in cooperation with the UK-based organization, Aida. T»»»

As the Iran war intensifies, President Donald Trump has prioritized efforts to calm the financial markets — trying to keep oil prices from exploding upward, stocks from cratering and interest rates from surging. When the markets have flashed danger, Trump has been quick with a social media post or »»»

Dubai: At a time when parts of the Middle East are experiencing tensions, a Filipino filmmaker living in the UAE for 26 years and counting, has chosen music as his response to the challenges, one rooted not in fear, but in gratitude and unity. Having built a life, career, and creative identity in t»»»

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CAIRO — A consortium led by Orascom Construction has signed a power purchase agreement with the Egyptian Electricity Transmission Company to develop a 900-megawatt wind farm near Ras Shukeir in Egypt’s Gulf of Suez. The project will be executed under a 25-year build-own-operate (BOO) model by a con»»»

CAIRO — Remittances from Egyptians working abroad recorded a solid year-on-year increase in January, underscoring their continued role as a key source of foreign currency inflows for the economy. According to data released by the Central Bank of Egypt, remittance inflows reached approximately $3.5 »»»

Italy has denied permission for US military aircraft to land at the Sigonella air base in Sicily before flying to the Middle East, a source close to the matter said on Tuesday, confirming a newspaper report. Daily Corriere della Sera reported "some US bombers" had been due to land at the base in ea»»»

Tunis, March 31, 2026 (TAP) – Tunisian olive oil has achieved outstanding international recognition, with 40 Tunisian companies winning more than 60 medals at the 2026 Afro-Asian Extra Virgin Olive Oil Competition, held in Tunis from March 23 to 26....»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani received at his office in the Amiri Diwan on Tuesday morning, March 31, 2026, HE John Healey, Secretary of State for Defence of the friendly United Kingdom. During the meeting, regional and international developments were discussed, especiall»»»

DOHA: QatarEnergy has announced the fuel prices in the country for April, with an increase in the price of 95 octane (Super) gasoline. There is no change in the prices of 91 octane (Premium) gasoline and diesel. QatarEnergy set the price of a litre of 95 octane (Super) gasoline at QR2.05 (QR1.90 in»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - If EU countries really give Ukraine airspace to try to attack Russia, Russia will be obliged to take appropriate measures, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Tuesday. "Of course, we believe that if this is the case — the provision of airspace for hostile terrorist activities»»»

A specialized police operation targeting vote buying has led to the arrest of three individuals in the town of Byala Slatina, authorities confirmed. The action included coordinated checks across multiple addresses and premises as part of ongoing pre-election enforcement efforts. During the operatio»»»

A coordinated international police operation has led to the arrest of key members of a criminal network involved in trafficking weapons and drugs across Europe, according to Europol. The action was carried out on 23 March in Spain, Bulgaria and Greece, targeting a group described as operating a “we»»»

Dubai: Dubai Police have called on motorists to remain extra vigilant as rainfall persists across parts of the emirate, urging strict adherence to traffic rules and safety guidelines. Drivers have been advised to reduce speed, maintain safe distances between vehicles, and avoid distractions behind »»»

Washington, March 31 (SANA) Oil prices rose for a fourth consecutive session on Tuesday, driven by supply disruptions, while gold advanced as the dollar weakened, despite heading for its worst monthly performance in years. Oil prices continued their upward trend, supported by supply constraints lin»»»

London, March 31 (SANA) President Ahmad al-Sharaa met UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer during his official visit to the United Kingdom to discuss boosting bilateral relations and the latest developments. The two leaders discussed ways to strengthen ties in line with the shared interests of both count»»»

Zhainak Nemat uulu has been dismissed from his post as Mayor of Naryn city. He has held the position since July 2025. The decision was made by President Sadyr Japarov, the presidential press service reported. Photo Zhainak Nemat uulu Zhyldyzbek Bekkeldiev has been appointed the new mayor. He previo»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The Russian Armed Forces has liberated the settlement of Malaya Korchakovka in the Sumy region, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Tuesday. "The units of the Sever battlegroup liberated the settlement of Malaya Korchakovka as a result of active operations," the report says.Over»»»

SOFMEDICA, a leading provider of innovative healthcare technologies in Central and Southeastern Europe, is proud to announce the expansion of its activity to Slovenia, marking a new chapter in the company’s mission to make life-saving innovation more accessible across Europe. This step reflects SOF»»»

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Iranian media said Tuesday airstrikes have put a desalination plant on Iran's Qeshm island in the strategic Strait of Hormuz out of service, though the report did not specify when the attack took place. "One of the desalination plants on Qeshm Island was targeted... and is now completely out of ser»»»

Israel will establish a buffer zone inside southern Lebanon and maintain control over the entire area up to the Litani River once the conflict with Hezbollah ends, Israel's defense minister said on Tuesday. "At the end of the operation, the IDF would control ⁠the area up to ⁠the Litani River, inclu»»»

Vodafone Business is launching a new edition of the Open to New. Open to Technology Bootcamp, a free mentoring program designed for Romanian entrepreneurs who want to transform their businesses through technology. The event will take place on June 5–6, in Bucharest. Over two intensive days, partici»»»

Doha, Qatar: QatarEnergy has announced on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, the fuel prices for the coming month of April. According to its announcement, the price for Super-grade petrol has increased, while the other two remain the same as March. Super-grade petrol will now cost QR2.05 in April per litre, »»»

Doha, Qatar: The Qatar General Electricity and Water Corporation, Kahramaa, cautioned residents and citizens to be careful while handling electrical devices during rainfall. The corporation in a social media post noted that leaving electrical devices exposed to rain as well as touching or operating»»»

Dubai: As the US-Iran conflict disrupts flows through the Strait of Hormuz, the question echoing across markets is stark: Could this become a bigger shock than the oil crises of the 1970s? The comparison is not just historical — it is a benchmark for global economic stress. The 1973 oil crisis, tri»»»

Europe's inflation rate rose to 2.5% in March, according to official figures released Tuesday, as the Iran war sent fuel prices sharply higher. The annual rate for the 21 countries using the euro currency compared to 1.9% for February before the war started and blocked supplies of oil and gas from »»»

Share: FILE : Ayman Mohamad Ghazali killed himself after he exchanged gunfire with security. Hezbollah is a militant group backed by Iran The car ramming and shooting attack at a large Michigan synagogue this month was a “Hezbollah inspired act of terrorism” targeting the Jewish community, the FBI »»»

More than 2.4 tons of meat and meat preparations that do not meet safety and traceability requirements have been discovered in a shop in Pleven, the Bulgarian Food Safety Agency (BFSA) reported. The inspection was carried out following a submitted signal. The site has been closed by the Regional Di»»»

At least 7 people were killed Tuesday in Israeli strikes on south and east Lebanon. The Israeli army targeted al-Qantara, al-Qasmiyeh, Yater, Deirkifa, Zawtar, Shehabiyyeh-Kfardounin, Majdalzoun, Mansouri, al-Qlayleh, Ebba, Rshaf, Kafra, Dayr a-Zahrani, Srifa, Ebl al-Siqi, Khiam, and Jebshit in sou»»»

BELGRADE - Srbijagas CEO Dusan Bajatovic said on Tuesday a three-month extension of Serbia's natural gas arrangement with Russia showed clearly that Russia would not leave Serbia without gas, and added that the gas price would remain the same for households and that it would even be slightly lower »»»

Ahmedabad, India: Fifty wildlife officers are now the devoted guardians of a newly-hatched great Indian bustard chick, born after a marathon road trip to provide a fertilised egg for the critically endangered bird, officials said Tuesday. The birds, metre-tall desert dwellers, have plummeted in num»»»

Dubai: The Philippines has introduced a new digital platform to strengthen disaster preparedness and response, bringing multiple tools and data sources into one system. Called “Handa: The Integrated Platform for Preparedness, Early Warning, and Response,” the platform can be accessed online and has»»»

From humble powerbanks for everyday gadgets to gigawatt-rated packs, a new calculus is driving a serious rethink about batteries across the planet. Giant energy storage banks have proven to be silent, fast-acting gladiators popping up everywhere energy storage needs to scale. Grid operators, utilit»»»

Jennifer Runyan, the FBI special agent in charge of the FBI Detroit Filed Office, updates reporters Monday on their investigation into the March 12 attack on Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, Mich. Photo courtesy of FBI Detroit/X March 31 (UPI) -- The man accused of attacking a Michigan synagogue e»»»