Iraq Studies Alternative Options for Oil Exports
Iraq is studying alternative measures to export crude oil after disruptions to the process amid the US-Israeli war against Iran. At the same time, the country intends to continue producing crude oil at a level of 1.4 million barrels per day. Iraqi Oil Minister Hayyan Abdul Ghani told the official t»»»
Media Review: March 13
HEADLINES Trud’s top story is about measures the Cabinet plans to introduce to soften the impact of rising fuel prices on low-income individuals. 24 Chasa also covers the issue on its front page. Duma leads with the headline “There Is No Matter That Can Be Solved Through War,” quoting Krum Zarkov, »»»
4 US Service Members Killed in Plane Crash Over Iraq
Four of the six crew members aboard a US military aircraft that crashed in western Iraq are confirmed to have been killed, the US military said on Friday, as rescue efforts continued for the remaining two. A US military refueling aircraft crashed in western Iraq on Thursday, in an incident the m»»»
Health Minister Warns of Issues with Medical Helicopter Bases, Risk of Losing Funds
The situation regarding the bases for medical helicopters is worrying, even scandalous, acting Health Minister Michail Okoliyski told reporters on Friday. According to him, there is a risk of failure of the investment under the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (NRRP) and a loss of funds: aroun»»»
US Braces for Potential Iranian Retaliatory Operations within its Borders
Fears have grown in the US that Tehran could activate “sleeper cells” or carry out unconventional retaliatory attacks on American soil as Washington and Tel Aviv continue their war against Iran. President Donald Trump warned on Wednesday that his administration knows where the Iranian sleeper cells»»»
U.S. citizen born in Lebanon killed after ramming vehicle into Michigan synagogue
Investigators work to determine exact reason for attack at Michigan synagogue Investigators worked Friday to determine the exact reason a man with a rifle crashed into a large Michigan synagogue in what federal officials are saying was an attack carried out by a 41-year-old naturalized U.S. citizen»»»
US Will Have to Pay Billions of Reparations to Iran Amid Growing Economic Toll — Ex-CIA Officer
Iran expects to receive financial compensation for the damage caused during the conflict by the US and Israel, the Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei said earlier. The US will have to compensate Iran with billions of dollars for all the destruction and deaths it is bringing there via attacking the nat»»»
Laser defence race heats up: Can light beams stop drone swarms?
High-energy lasers are increasingly being viewed as a potential game-changer in defending oil facilities, military bases and critical infrastructure against the growing threat of drones and missiles in the Middle East. Unlike traditional interceptor systems such as Patriot missiles — which can cost»»»
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Gold Set for Weekly Drop as Oil Price Surge Weighs on Rate-cut Hopes
Gold prices were on track for a second consecutive weekly drop, despite edging up on Friday, as surging energy prices due to the Middle East war dimmed prospects for near-term US interest rate cuts. Spot gold was up 0.3% at $5,095.55 per ounce, as of 0633 GMT on Friday. US gold futures for April de»»»
Israelis Demand Netanyahu Clarify War’s Exit Strategy
Growing public unease in Israel over the war with Iran has prompted mounting calls for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to clarify the conflict’s objectives and trajectory. The demands follow conflicting statements about when the war might end, coupled with Netanyahu’s continued refusal to answer »»»
US Wants to 'Divide Europe', EU's Kallas Tells FT
European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said the US wants to "divide Europe" and doesn't "like the European Union" in an interview published by the Financial Times on Friday, after more than a year of turmoil in transatlantic relations. "What I think is actually important for everybody to u»»»
Mission accomplished? The 2003 boast that haunts today's Iran conflict
On 9 April 2003 a statue of the leader of Iraq, Saddam Hussein, was pulled down in the centre of Baghdad. The metal plaque at the base of the statue was torn off and the statue's marble plinth attacked with a sledgehammer. Iraqi civilians initially tried to pull it down, scaling the statue to secur»»»
INSCOP: 50.4% of Romanians opt for striking a balance between EU, U.S.
A bit over half of Romanians (50.4%) believe that, amid the ongoing tensions between the European Union and the American Administration led by Donald Trump, Romania should strike a balance between the EU and the U.S., according to the Informat.ro Barometer - INSCOP Research, eighth edition, conduct»»»
Iran Guards Vow ‘Stronger’ Response Than in January if New Protests Erupt
Iran's Revolutionary Guards, the ideological arm of the country's military, warned on Friday that any new protests against the authorities would be met with a stronger response than in January, when several thousand people were killed. "The evil enemy, failing to achieve its field battle goals, is »»»
TAQA investors approve new board and multi-year dividend plan
Dubai: Shareholders of Abu Dhabi National Energy Company confirmed a new board of directors at the company’s annual general assembly, marking a leadership update at one of the region’s largest listed utilities groups while approving dividends that will return around Dh5 billion to investors. Sign u»»»
Abu Dhabi expands autonomous taxi services on Yas Island
The Integrated Transport Centre, an affiliate of the Department of Municipalities and Transport, has expanded commercial operations of Level 4 autonomous taxis on Yas Island, marking another step in the emirate’s push toward smart and sustainable mobility. The initiative is being implemented under »»»
Trump Threatens Iran Following New Wave of Attacks on Gulf States and Israel
Iran launched multiple attacks early Friday on Gulf Arab states, including dozens of drones at Saudi Arabia, following warnings from its new supreme leader about hosting American bases, and US President Donald Trump threatened major new retaliation. “Watch what happens to these deranged scumbags to»»»
Defense Committee Clears Way for Bulgaria to Join Trump’s "Board of Peace"
Bulgaria’s Defense Committee has moved forward with the ratification process for the country’s potential membership in U.S. President Donald Trump’s "Board of Peace", following a proposal by Delyan Peevski, leader of the Movenet for Rights and Freedoms (DPS) party. The committee approved a draft re»»»
Trump Administration Denounces CNN for Airing Messages from Iranian Leaders
The Trump administration denounced CNN on Thursday for airing a portion of the new Iranian supreme leader's public statement, the second time in three days that he's targeted the network for reporting on how the regime is responding to the American attacks. The attack illustrated the care news outl»»»
Assailant Dead after Ramming Vehicle into Michigan Synagogue
A 41-year-old man was killed Thursday after ramming his pickup truck into a synagogue on the outskirts of Detroit, Michigan, causing a blaze and triggering a huge police response. US media reported the assailant had recently lost family members in an Israeli strike in Lebanon, as part of the ongoin»»»
On This Day, March 13: Trump declares national emergency over COVID-19 - UPI.com
On March 13, 2020, President Donald Trump declared a national emergency in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. 1 of 4 | President Donald Trump, joined by members of his administration, declares a national emergency due to the COVID-19 pandemic during a news conference at the White House in Washingto»»»
Joby, Archer ramp up air taxi certification, production drive
Electric air-taxi pioneers Joby Aviation and Archer Aviation are accelerating efforts to secure regulatory certification and expand manufacturing capacity, as the advanced air mobility sector moves closer to launching commercial passenger flights. Joby Aviation recently began flight testing its fir»»»
Russian crude on 30 tankers awaits buyers in Asian waters
Dubai: Russian crude oil and fuel on about 30 tankers in Asian waters is potentially available for purchase after the US granted a temporary waiver to buy cargoes that were already at sea. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The vessels are carrying at least 19 million bar»»»
Police vow zero tolerance for terror threats against BTS comeback concert - UPI.com
In this photo taken Wednesday, police stand in front of a promotional video in central Seoul for the upcoming BTS live performance in Gwanghwamun Square. Photo by Yonhap Police vowed Friday to detain any suspects behind possible terror threats targeting K-pop juggernaut BTS' comeback concert set to»»»
US Military Refueling Plane Crashes in Iraq
An American military refueling plane taking part in the operation against Iran crashed in Iraq and rescue efforts were underway, US Central Command said Thursday. It was not immediately clear if there were any casualties. A US official, who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity to»»»
Irrigation water to be charged by cubic meter instead of hectare in Kyrgyzstan - | 24.KG
The payment system for irrigation water will be changed in Kyrgyzstan — charges will now be based on the actual volume consumed (per cubic meter) rather than per hectare of land. Approved tariffs for 2026 were reported to 24.kg news agency by Nurlan Tynaliev, Deputy Director of the Water Resources »»»
Iran War Disrupts Energy Supplies as Iran's New Leader Resolves to Keep Fighting
Iran’s secretive new leader issued his first public statements Thursday, resolving to keep fighting, promising more pain for Gulf Arab states and threatening to open “other fronts” in a war that has already disrupted world energy supplies, the global economy and international travel. Early Friday, »»»
Joby, Archer ramp up air taxi certification, production drive
Electric air-taxi pioneers Joby Aviation and Archer Aviation are accelerating efforts to secure regulatory certification and expand manufacturing capacity, as the advanced air mobility sector moves closer to launching commercial passenger flights. Joby Aviation recently began flight testing its fir»»»
Trump threatens Iran following new wave of attacks on Gulf states and Israel
Iran launched multiple attacks early Friday on Gulf Arab states, including dozens of drones at Saudi Arabia, following warnings from its new supreme leader about hosting American bases, and US President Donald Trump threatened major new retaliation. "Watch what happens to these deranged scumbags to»»»
Paraguay seals defence pact with US amid Washington’s Latin America push
Paraguay has formally adopted a defence framework with the United States regulating the temporary presence of American military personnel in the country, a move that follows Washington’s evolving geopolitical strategy in Latin America. »»»
Paraguay seals defence pact with US amid Washington’s Latin America push
Paraguay has formally adopted a defence framework with the United States regulating the temporary presence of American military personnel in the country, a move that follows Washington’s evolving geopolitical strategy in Latin America. »»»
El Salvador may have committed crimes against humanity under state of emergency, experts say
An international panel of legal experts has concluded there are reasonable grounds to believe that El Salvador's government committed crimes against humanity under a state of emergency that has been in force since March 2022, drawing an irate response from President Nayib Bukele, who blamed a »»»
El Salvador may have committed crimes against humanity under state of emergency, experts say
An international panel of legal experts has concluded there are reasonable grounds to believe that El Salvador's government committed crimes against humanity under a state of emergency that has been in force since March 2022, drawing an irate response from President Nayib Bukele, who blamed a »»»
Iran demands guarantees and reparations in ceasefire talks as Gulf mediators step in
Iran has told regional intermediaries that any ceasefire with the US and Israel must be tied to sweeping security guarantees and compensation, as back-channel diplomacy intensifies amid a widening regional conflict. Accord»»»
Oil price above Russian budget benchmark, but cautious MinFin planning spending cuts
The price of Russian crude rose above the level assumed in the country’s federal budget for the first time in more than a year on the back of turmoil on the international energy markets as the Middle East conflict reshapes Moscow’s finances. However, the ever-cautious Ministry of Finance (MinFin) i»»»
Iran demands guarantees and reparations in ceasefire talks as Gulf mediators step in
Iran has told regional intermediaries that any ceasefire with the US and Israel must be tied to sweeping security guarantees and compensation, as back-channel diplomacy intensifies amid a widening regional conflict. Accord»»»
Iran demands guarantees and reparations in ceasefire talks as Gulf mediators step in
Iran has told regional intermediaries that any ceasefire with the US and Israel must be tied to sweeping security guarantees and compensation, as back-channel diplomacy intensifies amid a widening regional conflict. Accord»»»
Oil price above Russian budget benchmark, but cautious MinFin planning spending cuts
The price of Russian crude rose above the level assumed in the country’s federal budget for the first time in more than a year on the back of turmoil on the international energy markets as the Middle East conflict reshapes Moscow’s finances. However, the ever-cautious Ministry of Finance (MinFin) i»»»
Iran demands guarantees and reparations in ceasefire talks as Gulf mediators step in
Iran has told regional intermediaries that any ceasefire with the US and Israel must be tied to sweeping security guarantees and compensation, as back-channel diplomacy intensifies amid a widening regional conflict. Accord»»»
Oil price above Russian budget benchmark, but cautious MinFin planning spending cuts
The price of Russian crude rose above the level assumed in the country’s federal budget for the first time in more than a year on the back of turmoil on the international energy markets as the Middle East conflict reshapes Moscow’s finances. However, the ever-cautious Ministry of Finance (MinFin) i»»»
Iran demands guarantees and reparations in ceasefire talks as Gulf mediators step in
Iran has told regional intermediaries that any ceasefire with the US and Israel must be tied to sweeping security guarantees and compensation, as back-channel diplomacy intensifies amid a widening regional conflict. Accord»»»
Oil price above Russian budget benchmark, but cautious MinFin planning spending cuts
The price of Russian crude rose above the level assumed in the country’s federal budget for the first time in more than a year on the back of turmoil on the international energy markets as the Middle East conflict reshapes Moscow’s finances. However, the ever-cautious Ministry of Finance (MinFin) i»»»
Iran demands guarantees and reparations in ceasefire talks as Gulf mediators step in
Iran has told regional intermediaries that any ceasefire with the US and Israel must be tied to sweeping security guarantees and compensation, as back-channel diplomacy intensifies amid a widening regional conflict. Accord»»»
Iran demands guarantees and reparations in ceasefire talks as Gulf mediators step in
Iran has told regional intermediaries that any ceasefire with the US and Israel must be tied to sweeping security guarantees and compensation, as back-channel diplomacy intensifies amid a widening regional conflict. Accord»»»
Oil price above Russian budget benchmark, but cautious MinFin planning spending cuts
The price of Russian crude rose above the level assumed in the country’s federal budget for the first time in more than a year on the back of turmoil on the international energy markets as the Middle East conflict reshapes Moscow’s finances. However, the ever-cautious Ministry of Finance (MinFin) i»»»
Oil price above Russian budget benchmark, but cautious MinFin planning spending cuts
The price of Russian crude rose above the level assumed in the country’s federal budget for the first time in more than a year on the back of turmoil on the international energy markets as the Middle East conflict reshapes Moscow’s finances. However, the ever-cautious Ministry of Finance (MinFin) i»»»
Iran demands guarantees and reparations in ceasefire talks as Gulf mediators step in
Iran has told regional intermediaries that any ceasefire with the US and Israel must be tied to sweeping security guarantees and compensation, as back-channel diplomacy intensifies amid a widening regional conflict. Accord»»»
Iran demands guarantees and reparations in ceasefire talks as Gulf mediators step in
Iran has told regional intermediaries that any ceasefire with the US and Israel must be tied to sweeping security guarantees and compensation, as back-channel diplomacy intensifies amid a widening regional conflict. Accord»»»
Oil price above Russian budget benchmark, but cautious MinFin planning spending cuts
The price of Russian crude rose above the level assumed in the country’s federal budget for the first time in more than a year on the back of turmoil on the international energy markets as the Middle East conflict reshapes Moscow’s finances. However, the ever-cautious Ministry of Finance (MinFin) i»»»