Al Awsat 13m

Saudi Arabia Bypasses ‘Hormuz’ Disruption with Transcontinental Network

As global supply chains face unprecedented strain, and the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical chokepoints, is disrupted, Saudi Arabia has positioned its transport system as a vital alternative, helping keep global trade moving. Under the National Transport and Logistics Strategy lau»»»

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Al Manar 18m

Islamic Resistance fighters targeted a gathering of Israeli enemy army vehicles and soldiers in the Al-Jamea neighborhood of the border town of Naqoura with a rocket barrage: statement 51 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

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Al Manar 18m

Israeli Channel 15 reports Finance Minister Smotrich shouted at the Chief of Staff during a cabinet meeting, and told him: It’s Hezbollah who is managing the battle and managing us. Enough fear of a large-scale comprehensive war - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli Channel 15 reports Finance Minister Smotrich shouted at the Chief of Staff during a cabinet meeting, and told him: It’s Hezbollah w»»»

Al Manar 18m

Spokesperson of the “Israeli” enemy army: An officer from Battalion 77 of the 7th Armored Brigade is killed in a battle in southern Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

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Naharnet 25m

Hezbollah again denies any presence in Kuwait after latest Gulf state arrests

Hezbollah on Thursday again denied it had any presence in Kuwait, a day after the Gulf country announced more arrests of people allegedly linked to the Iran-backed group. "For the third time, Hezbollah reiterates its complete denial of the accusations" made by Kuwait's interior ministry, the group »»»

Gulf News 25m

What's happening with Iran-US 'talks'?

Diplomatic efforts to end the Iran war are gathering pace, even though Tehran continues to insist talks with the United States are not happening. Here is what we know about the behind-the-scenes mediation efforts: Stay updated: Get the latest faster by downloading the Gulf News app - it's completel»»»

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Gulf News 25m

Bahrain's Public Prosecution refers 14 defendants to Criminal Court for spying for Iran's IRGC

The Advocate General and Head of the Terrorist Crimes Prosecution in the Kingdom of Bahrain announced Thursday that the Attorney General has issued an order to refer 14 defendants across four separate cases to the Criminal Court. The group includes several fugitives currently in Iran who formed sep»»»

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UPI 33m

Senate working to iron out a deal on DHS funding before recess - UPI.com

1 of 5 | Travelers wait in long, wrapping lines inside terminal B at LaGuardia Airport on Sunday in New York City. While the Senate works to pass a bill to end the partial government shutdown, fliers face long waits. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo March 26 (UPI) -- Senators actively ne»»»

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Sana 35m

Ministry of Energy and Aga Khan Development Network sign €100M water infrastructure MoU

Damascus, March 26 (SANA) The Syrian Ministry of Energy signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) on Thursday to enhance cooperation in water and sanitation projects. The agreement aims to improve water services and promote sustainable resource manageme»»»

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RT 38m

Russian oil trades without discount or at a premium, Deputy PM Aleksandr Novak says

Russia has been trading oil without a discount and even at a premium on some routes, Deputy Prime Minister Aleksandr Novak said on Thursday, as cited by Vedomosti. Global energy markets are under strain due to the fallout from the US-Israeli campaign against Iran, which has disrupted transit throug»»»

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RT 38m

Hungary investigates journalist for spying on foreign minister

Hungarian Justice Minister Bence Tuzson has filed a complaint against opposition journalist Szabolcs Panyi, after Panyi admitted to helping a foreign intelligence agency wiretap Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto ahead of next month’s crucial elections in the country. News of the complaint was announ»»»

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RT 38m

US could redirect Patriot missiles from Ukraine to Middle East – WaPo

The US could redirect arms supplies originally designated for Ukraine to America’s own war with Iran, the Washington Post has reported, citing sources familiar with discussions on the matter. Under the Prioritized Ukraine Requirements List (PURL), introduced in July 2025, European NATO members are »»»

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Sputnik 53m

What Message Does a Gold Slump Send to Global Markets and BRICS?

The long boom in gold prices has been cut short by the Iran war, triggering a double-digit percentage fall. The Iran war has played a role, Suranjali Tandon, assistant professor at the Delhi-based National Institute of Public Finance and Policy, tells Sputnik."With supply chains disrupted the price»»»

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UPI 57m

Fannie Mae to accept first cryptocurrency-backed mortgages - UPI.com

Coinbase and the company Better Home & Finance have launched the first cryptocurrency backed mortgage product that will be accepted by the federal mortgage underwriter Fannie Mae, the companies announced. File Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo March 26 (UPI) -- Fannie Mae on Thursday agre»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 1h

Next Parliament Must Undertake Healthcare Reform, BSP Leader Zarkov Says

The next parliament must prioritize reform of the healthcare system, Bulgarian Socialist Party (BSP) leader Krum Zarkov said at the official launch of the BSP-United Left coalition's campaign in Varna, on the Black Sea, on Thursday. He warned of worsening access to healthcare, noting that Pazardzhi»»»

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Al Manar 1h

Islamic Resistance fighters targeted a fourth Merkava tank in the town of Qantara with a combat glider and achieved a confirmed hit: statement 50 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

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Al Manar 1h

Islamic Resistance fighters targeted a third Merkava tank in the town of Qantara with a combat glider and achieved a confirmed hit: statement 49 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

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Gulf News 1h

UAE braces for heavy rain until Friday night

Dubai: The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has announced that a rainy weather system will continue affecting the country until Friday night. The system, currently concentrated over the far western regions, has already brought heavy showers to scattered areas. According to a statement, the rain»»»

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Al Manar 1h

Islamic Resistance fighters targeted a Merkava tank in the town of Qantara with an attack glider and achieved a confirmed hit: statement 47 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

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Sana 1h

Syria, FAO discuss advancing agricultural sector and food security

Damascus, Mar. 26 (SANA) Minister of Economy and Industry Nidal al-Shaar discussed with Acting Representative of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in Syria, Pirro Tomaso Perri, means of enhancing joint cooperation to support the agricultural sector and strengthen its»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Iraq reaffirms firm rejection of attacks on Gulf states, Jordan

Baghdad: Iraq has reiterated its unequivocal rejection of any attacks or targeting of Gulf countries and Jordan, emphasising that Arab security is an integral part of its own national security and that regional stability serves the shared interests of all. In a statement issued Thursday, the Iraqi »»»

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Tanjug 1h

Apostolovic, representatives of negotiating groups discuss opening of Clusters 2 and 5

BELGRADE - The chair of Serbia's Operating Team for EU Accession Danijel Apostolovic, who is also the country's chief negotiator in the accession process, met on Thursday in Belgrade with the heads and members of negotiating groups to discuss activities by state institutions that are required for o»»»

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Al Manar 1h

Al-Manar correspondent: Two Merkava tanks were targeted with guided missiles in the town of Qantara, southern Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar correspondent: Two Merkava tanks were targeted with guided missiles in the town of Qantara, southern Lebanon 26-03-2026 19:40 PM L»»»

Sana 1h

Finance Minister: Decree No. 69 supports rehabilitation of 30,000 damaged facilities

Damascus, Mar. 26 (SANA) Finance Minister, Mohammad Yisr Barnieh, affirmed Thursday that Decree No. 69, concerning tax exemptions for establishments affected by the war, will contribute to supporting the rehabilitation of more than 30,000 industrial, commercial, and tourism facilities. Speaking to »»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 1h

Progressive Bulgaria Leader Radev in Burgas: Bulgaria Is Coming Out of Shackles of Fear, Apathy, Has Future

Progressive Bulgaria leader Rumen Radev met with members of the public here on Thursday. He tops the coalition's candidate list for the Burgas Multi-member Constituency, which was presented at the meeting. "Bulgaria is coming out of the shackles of fear and apathy and has a future," Radev told his »»»

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Kathimerini 1h

Thessaloniki to ‘receive 426 new buses by autumn’

Thessaloniki is set to add 426 new buses to its fleet by autumn, Deputy Transport Minister Konstantinos Kyranakis said Thursday during a parliamentary committee briefing. Kyranakis noted that the city’s bus fleet has grown from 240 vehicles in 2019 to more than 500 today. Of the new buses, 206 will»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Air India and Air India Express boost Gulf connectivity

Dubai: Air India Group on Thursday announced that Air India and Air India Express will operate a combined 22 flights to and from the Gulf region on March 27, 2026. Air India will run four scheduled flights between India and Jeddah, with two services each from Delhi and Mumbai, and two flights betwe»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

Sources: Spain, Algeria in Talks to Increase Pipeline Gas Supply by Up to 10%

Spain and Algeria are in talks to increase the supply of natural gas via the Medgaz pipeline from Algeria by as much ⁠as 10%, two ⁠sources familiar with the matter said. Talks are in advanced stage, one of the ⁠sources said, adding that a preliminary agreement may be reached during Spanish Foreign »»»

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Sputnik 2h

Bab al-Mandab: Iran's Trump Card That Can Turn Strategic Strait Into ‘Gate of Tears’ for US & Israel

Iran has taken full control over the Strait of Hormuz and the 20% of global energy and 30% of seaborne fertilizer exports that pass through it. Amid US threats of a ground invasion, Iranian media are signaling readiness to open a new front to choke off another vital trade artery. “If the enemy atte»»»

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UPI 2h

Deadline for CDC director nomination passes - UPI.com

A person holds a sign reading "Vaccines save lives" during a protest outside the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention headquarters, where the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices is meeting, in Atlanta, in December. President Donald Trump hasn't named a director for the organiza»»»

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Kathimerini 2h

Thessaloniki teen held in connection with fatal stabbing

A 19-year-old has been remanded in custody for his alleged involvement in the fatal stabbing of a 20-year-old on March 12 in Kalamaria, Thessaloniki, authorities said. He faces charges including participation in a criminal group, aggravated assault causing serious bodily harm, and possession of obj»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 2h

Miglena Temelkova Re-elected to Chair Rectors Council of Higher Education Institutions

Miglena Temelkova has been re-elected for a second term as Chair of the Council of Rectors of Higher Education Institutions in the Republic of Bulgaria. The decision was made at a General Reporting and Election Assembly of the Council of Rectors, held in Sofia on Thursday. Temelkova, who serves as »»»

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Gulf News 2h

Two women die in wadi amid unstable weather

Dubai: Two women have died after drowning in a water pool along a wadi in the Wilayat of Ibri in Al Dhahirah Governorate in western Oman, authorities said. According to the search and rescue sector, the incident occurred when one of the women fell into the water, prompting the other to attempt a re»»»

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UPI 2h

Trump says he's thought about suspending federal gas tax amid Iran war - UPI.com

1 of 5 | President Donald Trump speaks during a Cabinet meeting at the White House in Washington D.C., on Thursday. Photo by Will Oliver/UPI | License Photo March 26 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump said Thursday his administration has considered suspending the federal gas tax as oil prices climb hi»»»

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TAP 2h

Tunisia, Morocco seek to boost economic partnerships and investment opportunities

Tunis, March 26 (TAP) – President of the Tunis Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCIT), Moncef Ben Jemaâ, outlined investment opportunities in Tunisia during a meeting with a delegation from the Casablanca Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Services...»»»

Al Awsat 2h

TotalEnergies to Honor All LNG Contracts Despite Qatar Outages

TotalEnergies' CEO Patrick Pouyanne said on Thursday that the company made a decision not to declare force majeure to any of its liquefied natural gas customers, and that it would respect all the LNG contracts in terms of price and ⁠volume. Qatar, the world's biggest ⁠LNG producer, has declared for»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Talks to begin in Denmark to form new government

Copenhagen: Negotiations to form a Danish government following this week's general election will formally open on Friday, Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen's Social Democratic party, which came out on top in the vote, announced. The coalition-building process was expected to take weeks, as neither t»»»

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Business-review 2h

JTI Romania has announced a EUR 300 million investment in a new factory in Stefanesti

“This is one of the largest investments made by JTI in Romania. It reflects our long-term confidence in this country, its infrastructure, and the quality of its workforce. Romania is a key market for our company, serving as an important industrial hub in Europe. Currently, nearly 1,600 employees wo»»»

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TAP 3h

COMESA launches investment map to boost investment flows and support regional integration

Tunis, March 26 (TAP) - The Regional Investment Agency (RIA) of the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) launched on Thursday a new investment map highlighting the top investment opportunities across its 21 member states. The...»»»

Naharnet 3h

Lebanon to file complaint to UN Security Council over Israeli attacks

Lebanon will file a complaint with the U.N. Security Council over Israel's attacks in the country, the prime minister said Thursday, as Israel continues to strike as part of a war against Hezbollah. Lebanon's government said during a cabinet session that it considers Israel's "actions and statement»»»

Sana 3h

Syria engages global energy firms at Houston’s CERAWeek Conference

Texas, March 26 (SANA) Youssef Qablawi, the CEO of the Syrian Petroleum Company (SPC), met with several global energy leaders today at the CERAWeek 2026 conference in Houston, Texas. The high-level discussions focused on mutual cooperation and investment opportunities in Syria’s revitalizing oil an»»»

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Sputnik 3h

First Negotiations Between Russian, US Lawmakers in Washington Excellent - Russian Official

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - The start of the Russian parliamentary delegation's negotiations with their US counterparts went remarkably well, and the parties have already achieved good results, Russian State Duma Deputy Speaker Boris Chernyshov told Sputnik on Thursday. "It was a wonderful experience, w»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Ras Al Khaimah govt employees to work remotely on Friday

Ras Al Khaimah’s Executive Council has declared that tomorrow, Friday, March 27th, will be a remote working day for all employees of Ras Al Khaimah Government departments, entities and institutions throughout the emirate. This decision was made in response to worsening weather conditions across the»»»

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Gulf News 3h

A simple moment, a strong message from UAE president

Abu Dhabi: President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met an Emirati family during a visit to a restaurant in Abu Dhabi on Thursday, in a moment that reflected his close connection with the community. Images shared on social media showed Sheikh Mohamed warmly interacting with family »»»

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Novinite 3h

Bulgaria Nearly Doubles Defense Spending in 10 Years, NATO Report Shows

Bulgaria has nearly doubled its defense spending over the past decade, according to NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte’s annual report, cited by BTA. Between 2014 and 2025, the country’s military expenditure rose from 1.31% to 2.14% of GDP, reflecting a steady upward trend in line with broader Allia»»»

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Al Awsat 3h

NATO: Ukraine Still Receiving Arms Despite Mideast War

Ukraine is still getting essential defense equipment despite the war in the Middle East, which is depleting stockpiles in Europe and the United States, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said Thursday. "The good news is that essential equipment into Ukraine continues to flow," he told reporters. Tha»»»

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Tanjug 3h

Nemeth: MOL could acquire NIS in coming weeks to ensure energy security

BELGRADE - The chairman of the Hungarian parliamentary committee on foreign affairs Zsolt Nemeth said on Thursday he hoped the Hungarian oil firm MOL would be able to complete an acquisition of a majority stake in the Serbian oil company NIS in the coming weeks, and noted that the transaction would»»»

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The Barents Observer 4h

Now on the Murmansk school curriculum: learning to kill with a drone

Schools teachers in the far northern Russian region are getting ready to provide kids with training in drone warfare. This month, the regional Ministry of Education organised courses for teachers on drone operation, according to the Russian edition of the Barents Observer. The training was conducte»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 4h

Proposal Approved to Declare New Protected Area "Rainovska Gora"

An interinstitutional commission has approved a proposal to designate the "Rainovska Gora" area as a protected site, the Regional Inspectorate of Environment and Water said on Thursday. The territory, covering 169.96 hectares, is located in the land of the village of Raynovo, Dimitrovgrad Municipal»»»

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EU Observer 4h

17 days to election: police investigator alleges covert state-backed plot to sabotage Tisza from within

In our ongoing weekly digest, we sum up and explain the most important public affairs events of the week from Hungary. We guide readers on the road to the 12 April 2026 election — a poll without precedent in the region over the past 15 years. This week, we cover: A spy drama in the campaign. Fidesz»»»

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