Strait of Hormuz: The Passage That Powers Global Trade
The Strait of Hormuz is the globe's most crucial maritime trade route, providing the sole passage from the Persian Gulf to the world's oceans. With the war raging around Iran, the authorities in Tehran announced its closure, bringing maritime traffic to a standstill and forcing dozens of tankers to»»»
Education Minister calls for faith and devotion in Ramadan message
Doha, Qatar: Minister of Education and Higher Education HE Lolwah bint Rashid bin Mohammed Al Khater called for renewing one's connection to the Qur'an during the holy month of Ramadan. In a social media video post, reading out a concluding verse of a Surah from Qur'an, the Minister added "In these»»»
Lasers, satellites and cyber tools: Inside 'Operation Epic Fury' — America’s high-tech war on Iran
Dubai: As the war between the United States, Israel and Iran intensifies, Washington is deploying an array of advanced technologies — including satellite tracking systems, cyber tools and potentially laser weapons — to counter Iranian missiles and drones. Videos released by United States Central Co»»»
Silistra Municipality Fines Company for Poor Winter Road Maintenance
Silistra Municipality has imposed a fine of nearly EUR 9,000 on the company responsible for winter road maintenance in the municipality, Mayor Aleksandar Sabanov told BTA on Thursday. The fine amounts to 20% of the contract value for implementing the activity. Sabanov emphasized that the municipal »»»
Saudi Red Sea Authority Appoints Dr. Maryam Ali Ficociello as CEO
The Saudi Red Sea Authority (SRSA) has appointed Dr. Maryam Ali Ficociello as Chief Executive Officer effective March 22. “Ficociello brings more than two decades of leadership experience spanning governance, risk management, resilience, and compliance across public and private sectors, including s»»»
Iran Crisis Could Disrupt Supply of Key Chipmaking Materials, South Korea Warns
The US-Israel war with Iran could disrupt supplies of key semiconductor manufacturing materials, a South Korean ruling party lawmaker said on Thursday, as the conflict in the Middle East entered its sixth day. South Korea's chip industry, which supplies around two-thirds of global memory chips, is »»»
Man Accused of Plot to Kill Trump Says Iran Pressured Him
A Pakistani man accused of plotting to kill US politicians including President Donald Trump said Wednesday he was pressured by Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps to devise the murder-for-hire scheme, according to US media. Asif Raza Merchant, 47, was charged in September 2024 with seeking to hire a h»»»
Dacia Striker confirmed as brand’s new crossover
Dacia has officially announced the name of its new crossover model: Striker – following the brand’s established “-ER” naming convention, joining Duster, Jogger and Bigster in the Dacia family. The model’s full design reveal is scheduled for 10 March. “Derived from the universal expression “to make »»»
Yellow alert issued for all governorates amid forecast weather disturbance (INM)
Tunis, March 5 (TAP)- A yellow alert was issued for all governorates given expected adverse climate events, the National Institute of Meterology (INM)'s updated vigilance map showed. A level of caution is required amid hazardous weather...»»»
Council of State orders intelligence service to hand over file on surveillance of journalist’s comunications
Greece’s highest administrative court on Thursday postponed a ruling in a case brought by investigative journalist Thanasis Koukakis over access to records related to the surveillance of his communications. The full bench of the Council of State ordered the National Intelligence Service (EYP) to su»»»
Poll: Fairness of Elections Remains Key Concern and Source of Contention for Bulgarian Public
The issue of the fairness of elections remains at the center of public attention, but continues to divide Bulgarians, according to the Alpha Research polling agency, based on data from a nationally representative survey on public-political and electoral attitudes, the results of which were announce»»»
Media Review: March 5
OVERVIEW Thursday's media is dominated by security and defence concerns over the escalating conflict in the Middle East, particularly the threat posed by Iran's long-range ballistic missiles. Coverage focuses on Bulgaria's preparedness, NATO's collective defence, and potential regional risks includ»»»
Bulgaria: 98% of High Electricity Bill Complaints Come from Households Using Electric Heating
In Bulgaria, the overwhelming majority of complaints about high electricity bills are coming from households that rely on electricity for heating, particularly through air conditioners, the Energy and Water Regulatory Commission (EWRC) reported. Plamen Mladenovski, chairman of the regulator, addres»»»
Iran conflict: 6 injured after drone debris falls in Abu Dhabi industrial area
Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi authorities have responded to an incident of debris falling in two locations in ICAD 2, following the successful interception of drones by air defence systems. In a statement carried by the Abu Dahbi Media Office, authorities said the incident resulted in minor and moderate inj»»»
First-half results for FY 2025/26 show strong financial performance –Ministry
The Egyptian pound dropped again against the dollar on the black market on 21 July 2016, extending its recent decline despite central bank efforts to close the gap between demand and supply in the dollar-starved economy. Egypt, which relies heavily on imports, is facing a shortage in foreign curren»»»
Lebanon: Israeli Enemy Escalates Attacks on Fourth Day of Aggression
Israeli enemy forces launched on Thursday a series of intense airstrikes on various areas of Lebanese territory, marking the most extensive escalation since the start of the aggression, which has now entered its fourth day. Thursday’s bombardment extended, for the first time, to the northern city o»»»
Sirens sound in Western Galilee and Haifa’s Krayot after missiles launched from Lebanon: Hebrew media - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Sirens sound in Western Galilee and Haifa’s Krayot after missiles launched from Lebanon: Hebrew media 05-03-2026 12:38 PM Latest News Urgen»»»
Iraqi Kataeb Hezbollah Say Commander Killed in Strike in Southern Iraq
The Iran-backed Kataeb Hezbollah in Iraq said on Thursday that one of its leaders was killed in a strike on southern Iraq a day earlier. The Secretary-General of the group, Al-Hajj Abu Hussein al-Hamidawi, mourned in a statement “the great leader, brother, Ali Hassan al-Furayji," who carried out "h»»»
Syrian Man Handed 13-year Sentence for Berlin Holocaust Memorial Stabbing
A Syrian refugee who stabbed a tourist at Berlin's Holocaust memorial last year has been sentenced to 13 years in prison on charges of attempted murder, among others, said a Berlin court spokesperson on Thursday. The now 20-year-old ISIS supporter used a knife to stab a 30-year-old Spanish touris»»»
Seoul shares rebound nearly 10 pct after worst-ever drop; won rises - UPI.com
This photo, taken Thursday, shows the trading room of Hana Bank in central Seoul after the benchmark Korea Composite Stock Price Index soared almost 10 percent to close at 5,583.9, snapping a three-session losing streak. Photo by Yonhap South Korean stocks sharply rebounded on Thursday from the pre»»»
Nesto launches new lifestyle trends LookBook in a grand multicultural ceremony
Dubai: Nesto Hypermarkets unveiled its latest Lifestyle Trends LookBook at a vibrant release ceremony held at Nesto Mia Mall, Sharjah–UAE. The event featured international models representing diverse nationalities, highlighting Nesto’s strong presence in the region’s fashion and lifestyle space. Th»»»
Startups: Call for applications to participate in 40th Tunis International Book Fair
Tunis, March 5 (TAP) - The Ministry of Communication Technologies announced on Thursday the launch of a call for applications aimed at selecting labelled, innovative Tunisian startups with high potential to participate in the 40th edition of the...»»»
Al-Manar correspondent reports Israeli drone strike targeting a car in the southern town of Majdal Selm - 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 reports Israeli drone strike targeting a car in the southern town of Majdal Selm 05-03-2026 12:40 PM Latest News Urg»»»
500 Medics Who Died in War of Liberation Are Commemorated in Sofia
On the occasion of the 148th anniversary of the Liberation of Bulgaria (1877-1878), the memory of medical personnel who died during the Russo-Turkish War of Liberation was honored with a minute of silence, a memorial prayer, and the laying of wreaths and flowers. The ceremony took place on Thursday»»»
Regional Health Inspectorate, Regional Library in Pleven Launch Initiative to Promote Healthy Lifestyle
The Regional Health Inspectorate and the Regional Library in Pleven are launching a joint initiative dedicated to a healthy lifestyle, Elvira Tsvetanova from the library's public relations department said on Thursday. Тhe idea of the two institutions is to organize monthly health talks, covering »»»
Qatar Education Ministry announces new schedule as distance learning continues
Doha, Qatar: In light of the decision to suspend in-person learning at schools, announced on February 28, 2026, the Ministry of Education and Higher Education announced the distance learning schedule for government and private schools in Qatar. Primary stage schools will be from 10am to 12:35pm, wh»»»