Israel says Iran war entering 'decisive phase'
Israel's Defense Minister Israel Katz said Saturday the war with Tehran was entering a "decisive phase", praising U.S. strikes on what Washington called military targets on Iran's Kharg Island oil export hub. "The global and regional struggle against Iran, led by U.S. President Donald Trump and Isr»»»
Hezbollah's 'existential' war against Israel could be its last
Hezbollah suffered heavy losses in a war with Israel more than a year ago, but the Iran-backed group has now regrouped only to end up fighting what it has called an "existential battle" and which some warn could be its last. Lebanon was drawn into the Middle East war last week when the militant gro»»»
More US Marines and warships to be moved to Middle East, reports say
More US Marines and warships are expected to be deployed to the Middle East, two officials confirmed to CBS News, the BBC's US partner. The officials said the reinforcements were to come from an amphibious ready group and its Marine expeditionary unit, with one official adding that the group would »»»
Why has the US targeted Iran's Kharg Island?
Donald Trump has said the US military has bombed a small island off the coast of Iran - home to a major oil terminal that is considered the country's economic lifeline. The US president said Kharg Island's military facilities were "totally obliterated" but that it had held off targeting its oil inf»»»
Axios: Israel plans major incursion, Boulos tasked with Lebanon-Israel talks file
Israel is planning to significantly expand its ground operation in Lebanon, aiming to seize the entire area south of the Litani River and dismantle Hezbollah's military infrastructure, Israeli and U.S. officials told U.S. news portal Axios. This could be the largest Israeli ground invasion of Leban»»»
Sirens sound in Kiryat Shmona and nearby area: Israeli media - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Macron says France ready to facilitate ceasefire discussions between Israel and Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Israeli Defense Minister Says War with Iran Entering 'Decisive Phase'
Israel's Defense Minister Israel Katz said Saturday the war with Tehran was entering a "decisive phase", praising US strikes on what Washington called military targets on Iran's Kharg Island oil export hub. "The global and regional struggle against Iran, led by US President Donald Trump and Israeli»»»
Iran, US threaten attacks on oil facilities
Iran threatened Saturday to reduce U.S.-linked oil facilities to "a pile of ashes" as the two-week-old Middle East war spilled over into a global oil price crisis. Iranian armed forces issued the warning after U.S. President Donald Trump said he may decide to "wipe out" Iran's largest oil export hu»»»
Cuban leader confirms talks with US
Cuba's communist authorities on Friday began a prisoner release negotiated with the Vatican and confirmed that talks were underway with the United States amid intense pressure from President Donald Trump. The Justicia 11J rights group said it had been able to confirm the release of two people jaile»»»
White House Advisor Calls for Exit of Iran War: Continued Escalation “Could Be Catastrophic” - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Environment: Strategic priority in 2026–2030 development plan (CNRD president)
Tunis, March 14 (TAP) - Environmental issues have become strategically important among the state's development priorities, given their direct impact on citizens' health and quality of life, said President of the National Council of Regions and...»»»
Five US Refueling Planes Damaged in Iranian Missile Strike in Saudi Air Base: Report - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Khatam al-Anbiya HQs: After its military bases in the region were destroyed, the US army headed to ports, docks, and shelters in UAE cities - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Iranian Ministry of Intelligence: 3 cells of 23 US-Israeli agents arrested in Mazandaran, Khorasan and Khuzestan - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Buraq Airlines receives its new Airbus A320-232 aircraft at Mitiga airport
Buraq Airlines announced last Thursday (12 March) that it had receives its new A320-232 Winglet aircraft at Tripoli’s Mitiga airport. It said the new arrival is part of the carrier’s plan to strengthening its fleet with steady steps towards expansion and excellence. The step comes within the compan»»»
Egypt Renews Call for Joint Arab Force, Warns of ‘Total Chaos’
Egypt renewed calls to form a joint Arab force capable of effectively confronting threats and risks facing Arab states, warning of “the dangers of the conflict widening in the region and the possibility of sliding into comprehensive chaos.” It also reaffirmed its solidarity with the Gulf states and»»»
Iran war: Operation Epic Fury sparks MAGA revolt and deep US divisions
The night of February 28-March 1, 2026, will be remembered by all those who followed the news in real time. At 1:15 AM EST, seated in the White House Situation Room, US President Donald Trump said, “Operation Epic Fury is approved. No aborts. Good luck.” Those nine words signaled the launch of the »»»
Al-Manar correspondent in south Lebanon reports Israeli strikes on the outskirts of Sujud and Arab Salim in Iqlim Al-Tuffah - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Middle East war live: Iran threatens retaliation as Trump says US 'obliterated' targets on Kharg island
Iran on Saturday threatened to launch attacks on US oil infrastructure after President Donald Trump claimed that the US had "obliterated" military targets on Iran's Kharg Island and warned that oil infrastructure there could be targeted next. The small island off Iran's south coast is the main»»»
Trump prepares for high-stakes meeting with Xi amid Iran war, uncertain goals
Washington: Just over two weeks before President Donald Trump is due to meet his counterpart Xi Jinping in Beijing, Chinese uncertainty over the US leader's goals and the impact of the Iran war hang over the highly anticipated state visit. Trump's trip, his first to China in his second term, is aim»»»
US-Israel war on Iran: Arab towns in north Israel decry lack of shelters
Sakhnin: Threatened by volleys of Hezbollah rockets and missiles from Iran, residents of Arab towns in northern Israel are complaining about a lack of public shelters. "The state is obliged to build public shelters so that the entire population has access to safe havens," Mazen Ghanayem, mayor of t»»»
Is Burhan Heading for a Showdown with Sudan’s Islamists?
The designation of Sudan’s Islamists as a terrorist entity places the country’s military leadership before difficult and narrowing choices, particularly as these currents are deeply embedded within the ruling system and wield growing influence in decision-making circles, including inside the milita»»»
Iran’s war strategy puts pressure on Trump
Paris: US-Israeli strikes killed Iran's leader but have not toppled the government, which now, from its perch on the Strait of Hormuz, has put the entire world economy on the war's frontlines. The initial US victory in killing supreme leader Ali Khamenei has given way to a conflict that Washington »»»
Hebrew media: Two weeks into the war, it became clear that the resistance group’s leader is the ultimate decision-maker, maintaining firm control over the chain of command - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Israeli media: Sirens have continued to sound across northern areas since the morning due to rocket fire from Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Hezbollah fighters strike a Zionist force attempting to advance in Aitaroun border town with a guided missile: Al-Manar reporter - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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How will Russia benefit from US decision to ease oil sanctions?
The United States has eased some restrictions on Russian oil, letting shipments already at sea continue until early April in the aim of calming global markets amid Iran’s blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Ukraine and European leaders criticised the move, saying it undermined peace efforts. The Unit»»»
Israel Isolates South Lebanon with Strikes on Civilian Infrastructure
Israel on Friday began striking targets belonging to the Lebanese state and said it intended to hit civilian facilities, as preparations continued for a ground operation in the south. Early signs of the operation appeared as limited, temporary incursions that expanded on Friday toward the outskirts»»»
UAE traffic alert: Dubai RTA announces temporary diversions
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced a temporary diversion of traffic from Sheikh Rashid Street towards 2nd December Street, from the bridge to the Commercial Centre Roundabout. Traffic on Al Majlis Street heading to the roundabout will be redirected towards Qasr Khayran Street unt»»»
S&P: Saudi Arabia’s Robust Economy Guarantees its Ability to Withstand Regional Conflict
Credit ratings agency S&P Global affirmed Saudi Arabia’s sovereign credit rating at “A+/A-1,” with a “stable outlook” on Friday. The agency said that the Kingdom was well-positioned to withstand the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. S&P stated in a press release that “the outlook reflects the Ki»»»
Trump Says Iran 'Totally Defeated'
US President Donald Trump said Friday that Iran has been "totally defeated" in the US-Israeli military campaign against the country and wanted a deal he would not accept, despite Iranian officials pledging to continue the fight. "The Fake News Media hates to report how well the United States Milita»»»
NKorea Fires About 10 Missiles Toward Sea During US-SKorea Drills
North Korea on Saturday fired about 10 ballistic missiles toward the eastern sea, South Korea’s military said, staging its own show of force as the rival South conducts a joint military exercise with the United States. South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff said the missiles were fired from an area in»»»
South Korea says North fires around 10 ballistic missiles
Seoul: North Korea fired about 10 unidentified ballistic missiles toward the sea of Japan Saturday, Seoul's Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) said, days after Pyongyang warned of "terrible consequences" over South Korea-US military drills. Seoul's military detected "around ten unidentified ballistic miss»»»
BP Wins US Approval for Kaskida Project in Gulf of Mexico
British energy major BP has received approval from the Trump administration to advance its Kaskida project in the Gulf of Mexico, a company spokesperson told Reuters in an emailed statement late on Friday. The $5 billion investment would unlock 10 billion barrels of resources that BP has discover»»»
South Korea says North fires around 10 ballistic missiles
North Korea fired about 10 unidentified ballistic missiles toward the sea of Japan Saturday, Seoul's Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) said, days after Pyongyang warned of "terrible consequences" over South Korea-US military drills. Pyongyang recently dashed hopes of a diplomatic thaw with South Korea, W»»»
Explosion shakes Tehran amid state-organised rally after Israeli warning
A blast rocked a major pro-Palestinian rally in Tehran on Friday after Israel warned it could target the area, as the nearly two-week war between Israel and Iran escalated across the Middle East. Washington ordered roughly 2,500 additional Marines to the region, bolstering its military presence. A »»»
COMMENT: What’s behind the US decision to sideline Georgia?
Georgia’s conservative government has tried to court the administration of US President Donald Trump with ideological alignment and overtures of loyalty. But despite those efforts, Washington appears increasingly uninterested in Tbilisi, turning instead to Armenia and Azerbaijan as it reshapes its »»»
Polish President Nawrocki stuns Tusk government with SAFE arms financing veto
Polish President Karol Nawrocki said on March 13 that he will not sign a law setting out the rules for how Poland would spend money borrowed under the European Union’s Security Action for Europe (SAFE) mechanism. Poland is»»»
Viktor Orban claims Ukraine plotted attacks on his family but experts say latest video is likely AI-generated
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has accused Ukrainians of plotting to attack his family, but security analysts say the footage showing a former Ukrainian military person is likely manipulated and part of a broader disinformation campaign ahead of Hungary’s 2026 parliamentary elections. »»»
Viktor Orban claims Ukraine plotted attacks on his family but experts say latest video is likely AI-generated
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has accused Ukrainians of plotting to attack his family, but security analysts say the footage showing a former Ukrainian military person is likely manipulated and part of a broader disinformation campaign ahead of Hungary’s 2026 parliamentary elections. »»»
Cuba says it held recent talks with US aimed at resolving 'differences'
Cuba's President Miguel Díaz-Canel said on Friday that officials held recent talks with the US aiming to resolve "differences" between the two countries. The US is currently maintaining an energy blockade on Cuba which has affected communications, education and transportation and seen millions»»»
Mideast war puts Lebanon's patients and hospitals at risk
Beirut – As Israel steps up its bombing campaign on Lebanon, many hospitals have had to close, leaving only a handful of healthcare facilities still operating. For patients with chronic illnesses — and the doctors and nurses treating them — every trip to the hospital now carries»»»
The World This Week - Iran: A 'Nepo-Ayatollah', the 'Hubris trap" & the costs of a "very complete war"
It’s been a week that’s seen a new Ayatollah proclaimed in Iran. Mojtaba Khamenei, son of the assassinated supreme leader Ali Khamenei, has not been seen in public and is believed to be in hiding after reportedly being injured in the same strike that killed his father. State television showed crowd»»»
Spotlight - Trump’s Iran Strategy: Former US State Department official Jennifer Gavito speaks to France 24
France 24’s Gavin Lee speaks with Jennifer Gavito, former US diplomat and Senior Advisor at The Cohen Group, about Washington’s strategy in the current conflict and what President Donald Trump is seeking to achieve. They discuss the objectives behind the US military campaign, the risks of escalatio»»»
Trump Announces Destruction of All Military Targets on Iran's Kharg Island
US President Donald Trump said the American military had destroyed all military targets on Iran's Kharg Island in the Persian Gulf amid the ongoing conflict. "Moments ago, at my direction, the United States Central Command executed one of the most powerful bombing raids in the History of the Middle»»»
Russia is wrong to think Iran war will offer respite on Ukraine, Macron says
Russia is wrong to think the war in Iran will give it respite in Ukraine, French President Emmanuel Macron said on Friday at a joint press conference with his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky. The leaders were meeting for talks on ways to increase pressure on Russia, including increasi»»»
US allows sale of Russian oil at sea as Middle East war sends energy prices soaring
The United States will temporarily allow the sale of Russian oil already at sea, the Treasury Department said on Thursday, as energy prices surged after US-Israeli strikes on Iran triggered war in the Middle East. The license permits cargoes loaded by March 12 to be delivered and sold until April 1»»»
Viktor Orban claims Ukraine plotted attacks on his family but experts say latest video is likely AI-generated
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has accused Ukrainians of plotting to attack his family, but security analysts say the footage showing a former Ukrainian military person is likely manipulated and part of a broader disinformation campaign ahead of Hungary’s 2026 parliamentary elections. »»»