How did Hezbollah 'reappear' south of Litani with its weapons?
The Hezbollah members fighting in the area south of the Litani River are the sons of the area's villages and towns, supported by fighters from the Bekaa Valley and other regions, including foreigners, a media report said. "These fighters moved to the battle zones after the start of the war on Iran,»»»
Euthanasia in Spain: What Noelia Castillo’s case reveals about modern society
Today in Spain, a 25-year-old woman named Noelia Castillo is scheduled to undergo euthanasia. Born into a dysfunctional family in Barcelona, Noelia spent her childhood in shelters and fell victim to gang rape in 2022. This trauma resulted in severe clinical depression, and she attempted suicide twi»»»
Fuel prices in Kyrgyzstan remain stable despite March increase - | 24.KG
Beishe Satygulov, head of the Department for Regulated Sectors at the Antimonopoly Regulation Service under the Ministry of Economy of Kyrgyzstan, stated that the fuel and lubricants market in Kyrgyzstan remains stable. Since the beginning of 2026, fuel prices had decreased by up to 3 soms per lite»»»
Egypt reportedly warns Lebanon of long war
Lebanon received negative intelligence from Egypt indicating that the Israeli war is likely to be protracted, given the absence of any decisive signs of an imminent ceasefire, Asharq al-Awsat newspaper reported. This comes as Israel deployed a new military division to southern Lebanon, confirming i»»»
Islamic Resistance fighters engaged an Israeli force at point-blank range in Al-Bayada, using light and medium weapons and scoring direct hits: Hezbollah Military Media statement no. 16 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Indonesian kids brace themselves for social media ban
Jakarta: Bradley Rowen Liu, 11, wonders what he will do with himself once Indonesia's social media ban for under-16s enters into force on Saturday. As things stand, he spends most of his free time on TikTok. The primary schooler is one of about 70 million children the government is hoping to shield»»»
Report: Egyptian security delegation meets with Hezbollah officials
In the past hours an Egyptian security delegation arrived in Beirut following a directive from the Egyptian leadership to initiate engagement with Lebanese authorities aimed at reducing tensions on the Lebanese scene and finding solutions, An-Nahar newspaper said. Their first meeting was with a del»»»
Israeli Aggression Strikes Near Beirut Airport, Residential Building Damaged
Early this morning, Friday, ‘Israel’ launched a new aggression on Beirut’s southern suburbs without prior warning, targeting the Al-Ghadir area adjacent to Beirut International Airport. Local sources reported significant damage to a residential building after the attack struck an apartment in the H»»»
Carmistin: Agribusiness leadership through entrepreneurial ambition
Entrepreneurial ambition, backed by long-term investment and execution, defined Carmistin’s trajectory in recent years. This was recognised at the Business Review Awards 2026, where Justin Paraschiv, Founder & President of Carmistin The Food Company, was named Entrepreneur of the Year – award power»»»
Why Pakistan has emerged as a mediator between US and Iran
As fears of a wider regional conflict escalate following U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran that began in late February, Pakistan has emerged as an unexpected mediator, offering to help bring Washington and Tehran to the negotiating table. Islamabad isn't often called on to act as an intermediary in »»»
Abu Dhabi rolls out hotel refurbishment scheme in Al Ain
Abu Dhabi: Hotel owners in Al Ain are being offered financial incentives to upgrade their properties, as authorities step up efforts to boost the region’s appeal as a tourist destination. The scheme, launched by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, aims to improve the quality of hotel»»»
Cris-Tim Family Holding: A milestone listing for Romanian entrepreneurship
Few moments signal the maturity of a business as clearly as its transition to the capital market. For Cris-Tim Family Holding, this step marked both a validation of its growth and a new phase of development, recognised at the Business Review Awards 2026, where the company received the Public Listed»»»
Two killed in Israeli strike on Tahwitat al-Ghadir in Dahieh
An Israeli strike hit Beirut’s southern suburbs early Friday, killing two people, according to the health ministry. AFPTV footage showed smoke billowing from the area after the raid. The National News Agency reported that "enemy aircraft" carried out a raid on Tahwitat al-Ghadir in the southern sub»»»
Mothers of Israeli soldiers call for stop to Lebanon war
In a letter Friday to the Israeli military’s chief of staff, Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir, mothers of soldiers called for an end to the further ground offensive into Lebanon. The group, Parents of Combat Soldiers, includes 600 military parents. The letter said the military was receiving orders from politici»»»
Saudi Arabia urges citizens to leave Lebanon immediately
The Saudi Embassy in Beirut said in a statement Friday that the decision is related to the “repercussions of the current events” taking place in Lebanon. The embassy added that Saudi Arabia’s travel ban to Lebanon has been in place for years. Israel has moved thousands of troops across the border i»»»
Dacia: performance, scale, and a renewed brand trajectory
With a legacy spanning nearly six decades, Dacia continues to position itself as one of Romania’s most visible industrial and brand success stories, combining strong market performance with a clear forward-looking strategy. This trajectory was recognised at the Business Review Awards 2026, where Da»»»
Israel strikes Tehran, warns attacks 'will escalate and expand'
Israel launched a new wave of strikes on Iran and threatened on Friday that its attacks "will escalate and expand" after U.S. President Donald Trump claimed talks on ending the war were going well and gave Tehran more time to open the Strait of Hormuz, though there have been no signs of Iran backin»»»
Iran war: Is another 1970s‑style oil crisis looming?
BusinessGlobal issuesIran war: Is another 1970s‑style oil crisis looming?Insa WredeSupply disruptions, high prices, nervous markets — the war in Iran brings back memories of the oil crises of the 1970s. Back then, many economies plunged into stagflation. How bad is the current crisis? https://p.dw.»»»
Troops surge, strikes paused: What is Trump planning next?
The United States is ramping up its military footprint in the Middle East, sending around 10,000 additional troops even as President Donald Trump says Washington will not launch new attacks on Iran “for now,” in a strategy that blends deterrence with restraint. The deployment, as reported by The Wa»»»
Antimonopoly Service explains fuel price increase in Kyrgyzstan - | 24.KG
Larisa Shustikova, head of the Department for Regulated Sectors at the Antimonopoly Regulation Service under the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of Kyrgyzstan, told 24.kg news agency that the rise in fuel prices in Kyrgyzstan is seasonal and primarily driven by increased demand in Russia, as well »»»
Israeli Ministry of Health says 5,492 Israelis have been hospitalized since the start of the war - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Israeli media: Sirens sound in central ‘Israel’ as Iran launches new ballistic missile attack - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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ADNOC, OMV name leadership team for new global Borouge group
Dubai: ADNOC and OMV have confirmed the executive leadership team for Borouge Group International AG, marking a key step in building a global chemicals company through the combination of Borouge, Borealis and the planned acquisition of NOVA Chemicals. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheq»»»
Israel Hits Tehran with Wave of Strikes and Warns Attacks on Iran ‘Will Escalate and Expand’
Israel launched a new wave of strikes on Iran and threatened on Friday that its attacks “will escalate and expand” after US President Donald Trump claimed talks on ending the war were going well and gave Tehran more time to open the Strait of Hormuz, though there have been no signs of Iran backing »»»
War between Hezbollah and Israel Deepens Fractures in Lebanon
War between Israel and Hezbollah is pushing Lebanon's fragile state and society towards breaking point, straining sectarian and political faultlines as Shi'ite Muslims are displaced and enmity deepens between the Iran-backed group and its opponents. Of all Lebanon's many crises since a 1975-90 civi»»»
Ukraine Loses Over 2,395 Soldiers to Russian Forces in Past Week - MoD
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Ukraine lost over 2,395 soldiers in combat against Russia's Battlegroup Tsentr over the past week, in addition to losses in manpower and equipment on other fronts, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Friday. "The losses of the Ukrainian armed forces amounted to over 2,395 milita»»»
[Interview] Journalist Szabolcs Panyi: ‘Being accused of espionage after exposing Hungarian foreign minister’s Russian links is a sign of weakness’
Journalist Szabolcs Panyi exposed Russian interference in the Hungarian election campaign and the suspicious relationship between Hungary’s foreign minister Péter Szijjártó and Russian foreign minister Sergei Lavrov — and in response, the Viktor Orbán’s government has filed an espionage complaint a»»»
Poverty eradication and minority rights remain the core of Egypt’s development process
By Sarah Tarek For the past few decades, many have claimed that the Egyptian government had not made enough effort to ensure the protection of basic human rights for Egyptian citizens, such as providing a good standard of living and education, as well as protecting minority rights. During the last »»»
Media Review: March 27
Friday’s media coverage focuses on the fallout from the Advocate General’s opinion in the case involving caretaker PM Andrey Gurov and his removal as deputy governor of the Bulgarian National Bank, election-related police actions ahead of the April 19 vote, and the economic spillover from the Middl»»»
Sadyr Japarov, Vladimir Putin discuss strategic priorities in phone call - | 24.KG
President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov and Russian President Vladimir Putin had a telephone conversation, the presidential press service reported. As noted, the leaders reaffirmed their mutual commitment to strengthening bilateral relations in the spirit of alliance and discussed the implementation »»»
IRGC Launches Large-Scale Missile and Drone Strikes on Israeli, US Targets in Region
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced on Friday the execution of the 83rd wave of Operation True Promise 4, a coordinated missile and drone strike conducted by the IRGC Aerospace Force and Navy. In a statement, the IRGC said the operation targeted oil storage tanks and depots in»»»
Israeli troops clash with Hezbollah as they advance toward Qussair in south Lebanon
The Israeli army shelled Friday al-Naqoura, al-Bayyada and Shamaa in south Lebanon with white phosphorus bombs after Hezbollah claimed attacks against troops trying to advance there. The troops were advancing from Deir al-Seryan toward Al-Qussair, media reports said, while Hezbollah claimed attacks»»»
Drug trafficking gang, including Kyrgyzstani, arrested in Georgia - | 24.KG
Five individuals were arrested in Georgia for organizing a drug trafficking ring via international mail. The defendants include citizens of Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Ukraine, and Georgia, TASS reports. The investigation established that the group planned to sell illegal substances ordered from abroad wit»»»
SCO railway chiefs meet in Bishkek - | 24.KG
The sixth meeting of heads of railway administrations of member states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) was held in Bishkek, resulting in the signing of a final protocol. According to Kyrgyz Temir Zholu, participants discussed the development of international freight transport, infras»»»
Israeli warplanes create major sonic booms over Lebanon’s coast and areas across the country’s south - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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UAE warns workers: Do not film incidents or handle debris
New guide highlights precautions, alerts, and responsible behaviour. The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, in collaboration with the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority, has released the Safety and Awareness Guide for Workers. The guide covers key topics such as»»»
Dubai Police activate emergency weather plan as heavy rains test city readiness
Dubai: Dubai Police have activated a comprehensive emergency response plan to deal with the current low-pressure weather system, focusing on coordination, technology deployment and increased field readiness to safeguard the public, a senior official said. Brigadier Turki Abdulrahman bin Fares, Dire»»»
WTO chief: multilateral trade system facing irreversible transformation
Geneva, March 27 (SANA) The global multilateral trade system has undergone fundamental, irreversible changes, World Trade Organization (WTO) Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala said Thursday, urging countries to look forward and explore reforms to strengthen international commerce. Speaking at the»»»
Burgas Airport to Operate Over 70 Destinations in Summer
Burgas Airport is opening this year’s summer tourist season with an expanded flight program, new strategic routes, and increased frequencies on established lines, the airport announced. This year, passengers will have access to over 70 direct destinations, reinforcing the airport’s role as a key ai»»»
Next meeting of EAEU Intergovernmental Council to be held in Kyrgyzstan - | 24.KG
Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan Adylbek Kasymaliev participated in an expanded meeting of the Eurasian Intergovernmental Council. The meeting was held on March 27 in Shymkent as part of his working visit to Kazakhstan. The meeting was attended by the heads of government of the Eu»»»
At 09:10 Friday, Islamic Resistance fighters ambushed an Israeli force advancing from Al-Bayada toward Shama, engaging it with light and medium weapons and scoring direct hits: Hezbollah Military Media statement no. 15 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Iran’s IRGC issues new statement: Strait of Hormuz has been declared closed, any vessel movement will face “strict measures” - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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South Africa disinvited from G7 in France, backtracks on initial claim of US pressure
South Africa announced Thursday that it has been excluded from the G7 summit in France this June, sparking tensions with the United States. Initially blaming Washington for pressure on Paris, Pretoria later backtracked, emphasising ongoing diplomatic engagement. South Africa said on Thursday it has»»»
No Evidence That Digitalization Takes Away Jobs, Says Eurofound Director Kalfin
There is no evidence that digitalization leads to job losses, said Ivailo Kalfin, Executive Director of the European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions (Eurofound), during the conference “From Social Dialogue to Action: The Path of a Just Digital Transition”. The forum »»»
Abortion anarchy: What the new UK law will really achieve
In March 2026, the BBC announced: “Peers in the House of Lords have backed plans to decriminalize abortions, which MPs voted in favour of last summer.” Immediately, and following demonstrations in front of the House of Lords, people went into a fury on social networks, accusing the government of th»»»
Putin envoy Kirill Dmitriev warns EU and UK of looming energy shock and deindustrialization
The world is heading toward the most severe energy crisis in history and Europe is unprepared, Kremlin envoy Kirill Dmitriev has said. The warning comes as the escalating conflict in the Middle East has driven volatility in global energy markets. Speaking on Thursday, Dmitriev – who heads the Russi»»»
UN Security Council holds closed-door meeting on Iran at Russia’s request
New York, March 27 (SANA) The UN Security Council is holding a closed-door session on Iran Friday at Russia’s request, Russian official media reported, as the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran enters its second month. TASS quoted Evgeny Uspenskiy, spokesperson for Russia’s UN mission, saying the cons»»»
Rupee falls for 6th time this month, boosting UAE remittances
Dubai: The Indian rupee slipped to another record low against the UAE dirham on Friday, extending a month of steady declines that is reshaping remittance flows for Indian expats. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.At 1:00 pm, Dh1 was equivalent to Rs25.79, marking the six»»»
Trump links story about Kiev’s alleged plan to divert aid money to Joe Biden’s re-election campaign
US President Donald Trump has posted a link to a news story claiming that the Ukrainian government was involved in a plot aimed at financing Joe Biden’s 2024 reelection campaign. The scheme would have relied on diverting US taxpayer money allocated for a USAID project in Ukraine, the media outlet J»»»
India slashes fuel taxes due to Mideast conflict shortages: finance minister
New Delhi: India has reduced taxes on diesel and petrol, the government announced Friday, as the Middle East conflict continues to disrupt global energy supplies. "In view of the West Asia crisis, the central excise duty on petrol and diesel for domestic consumption has been reduced", Finance Minis»»»