Dubai/Washington, June 11 (SANA) The United States and Iran exchanged air and missile strikes late Wednesday and early Thursday, extending a second consecutive day of hostilities and raising concerns over energy supplies from the Gulf. President Donald Trump threatened additional military action un»»»

Romania's population recorded a negative natural increase in April 2026 (-8,758), with the number of registered deaths being 1.8 times higher than that of live births, according to the National Institute of Statistics (INS) data published on Wednesday.According to official statistics, birth certifi»»»

Romanian cinema box office revenues reached a record 318.2 million lei (more than 63 million euro) last year, up nearly 7% compared with 2024, while audience numbers remained relatively stable at around 11.2 million, according to data from the National Centre of Cinematography analysed by a real es»»»

A Memorandum of Understanding on institutional cooperation and support for the business environment was recently signed between the Bucharest Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCIB) and the Estonian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ECCI) during a business meeting held at the CCIB headquarters.Acco»»»

Representatives of the Romanian-German business community are calling for measures to improve the Romanian state's financial credibility, cut bureaucracy and modernise public administration in order to strengthen investor confidence and support economic development, according to the conclusions of »»»

The Francophone community encompasses 90 countries across five continents, representing 17.5% of the world's population, 16.5% of global GDP, 20% of global merchandise trade and 14% of global mineral and energy resource reserves, Eric Poppe, representative of the International Organisation of La Fr»»»

The Ministry of Finance will launch, between June 15-22, 2026, a new edition of the Fidelis program, which offers non-taxable interests of up to 7.60% for issues in lei and up to 6.80% for those in euros, as well as two special tranches dedicated to blood donors.According to a press release from th»»»

The Competition Council has won the lawsuits filed by two banks involved in the investigation into the setting of the ROBOR index, after the lenders asked the courts - the Sector 1 Court and the Bucharest Court of Appeal - to suspend legally conducted procedures in an attempt to block the conclusio»»»

The Chamber of Deputies adopted on Wednesday, with a majority vote, the draft law on the registration and administration of public digital infrastructure, as well as the creation of the National Platform of Digital Infrastructure (PNIDP).The draft law aims to establish the legal framework for the r»»»

Romania's Chamber of Deputies on Wednesday adopted a bill extending the cap on commercial mark-ups for basic food products until December 31, 2026."The temporary measure aimed at combating excessive price increases applies only to economic operators registered in Romania, regardless of their form o»»»

The mandates of the six interim ministers who took over the portfolios left vacant after the PSD’s withdrawal from the Government expire on Wednesday, June 10, 45 days after their appointment. The Constitution sets the maximum duration of an interim term, but does not explicitly establish what happ»»»

Romanians want a governing formula, President Nicusor Dan said on Wednesday."Ever since entering politics, I have seen politicians focused solely on calculating future elections - in this case, the 2028 parliamentary elections. I want to stress that Romanians care very little about our electoral de»»»

The Social Democrats (PSD) will make a decision in the coming period on whether or not to support the Tomac government, declared on Wednesday the leader of the PSD snators, Daniel Zamfir, who claims that ' any other installed government, even a technocrat one' as it is presented now, is preferable »»»

The Romanian Naval Forces are participating in the multinational exercise SEA BREEZE 26.1, a training activity conducted alongside allied and partner nations with the aim of enhancing preparedness for joint operations and strengthening response capabilities in crisis and conflict situations.Accordi»»»

Custodian of the Romanian Crown Margareta and Prince Radu met with King Charles III at Buckingham Palace on Tuesday."On Tuesday afternoon, at Buckingham Palace, Her Majesty Margareta, Custodian of the Crown, and His Royal Highness the Prince Consort responded to the invitation of His Majesty King C»»»

Romania is set to take over, for one year, the Chairmanship-in-Office of the South-East European Cooperation Process (SEECP) at the Summit of the format held in Sofia, the Foreign Affairs Ministry (MAE) has announced.According to the MAE, Romania's mandate at the SEECP Chairmanship will have three »»»

At a recent meeting of the North Atlantic Council, Romania highlighted the need to urgently strengthen the NATO capabilities deployed on the national soil, especially in the areas of air defence and drone combat, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MAE).The North Atlantic Council held a m»»»

President Nicusor Dan stressed on Wednesday the importance of NATO strengthening its presence and capabilities in Romania, including measures to counter aerial and maritime drone threats, in a post on X.He added that Romania had once again stressed the need for additional allied contributions and p»»»

The Yemeni Foreign Ministry in Sana’a issued an urgent warning on Thursday that continued US aggression against Iran will push the region toward a wider war, disrupt international supply chains, and threaten global economic stability. The statement came despite Washington’s declared ceasefire with »»»

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Galab Donev will participate on Thursday for the first time in a meeting of the European Stability Mechanism in Luxembourg. Bulgaria’s accession to the fund was ratified by the National Assembly on May 20, 2026. This is a natural continuation of this co»»»

A 49-year-old man died after falling from a building under construction in Kok-Zhar village. The city’s Emergency Medicine Center reported. According to medical officials, the emergency call was received at 8:39 p.m. on June 10. However, doctors who arrived at the scene confirmed that the man had a»»»

The administration of US President Donald Trump has issued a fresh round of Iran-related sanctions targeting six individuals and four entities, including some tied to China, according to a notice posted on the US Department of Treasury's website on Wednesday. The ‌US government on Wednesday said it»»»

KRYVYI RIG: The last time 68-year-old Tetiana Zaitseva saw her son Artem, she was bringing him clothes after he was detained and taken to an army recruitment center the night before. When she got home, she was told her son was dead. “I trusted them with my child,” Zaitseva told AFP at her home, her»»»

The International Issyk-Kul Forum — 40 will be held on June 18–21 at the State Residence in Bishkek. The President of the Kyrgyz Republic is expected to attend the event. According to the Ministry of Culture of the Kyrgyz Republic, the forum’s theme is «The World at a Civilizational Turning Point: »»»

With a smartphone strapped to her head, Indian housewife Nagireddy Sriramyachandra films herself slicing mangoes to train AI-powered robots to take on household jobs in the future. Earning just over two dollars for an hour of video, her mundane recordings are invaluable for global tech companies te»»»

Twenty-two countries, including the US and European nations, have condemned what they called “lethal plots” and “malign actions” carried out by Iranian security services in Europe, North America and Australia. In a joint statement released by the US State Department on Wednesday, the countries accu»»»

Kuwait City, Kuwait: Kuwait reopened its airspace to commercial traffic on Thursday after the latest volley of Iranian attacks caused a brief shutdown, its civil aviation body said. "Air traffic in Kuwaiti airspace has returned to normal," the Directorate General of Civil Aviation said in a stateme»»»

BAGHDAD: Iraqi authorities announced on Wednesday that they had received data on weapons belonging to a pro-Iran faction, a first step in a plan to integrate it and other such groups into the state forces.The move comes a week after two pro-Iran factions, the Kataeb Imam Ali and Asaib Ahl Al-Haq, a»»»

DUBAI: Surabhi Suri is a Dubai-based, self-taught Indian chef who moved from India to the UAE in 2016 and began the process of turning her passion into a career. Suri started posting recipes on social media, and the response was overwhelming. Brand collaborations, five-star hotel pop-ups, and featu»»»

Dubai: Overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in the UAE and their families are set to benefit from faster processing of financial claims under a new agreement signed by the Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi and the Migrant Workers Office (MWO). The memorandum of agreement (MOA), signed on June 5 to mark M»»»

Air Arabia airline will resume regular flights to Bishkek and Osh following an agreement reached during a working meeting between Manasbek Samidinov, Chairman of the Board of Airports of Kyrgyzstan OJSC, and a delegation from the United Arab Emirates. According to Airports of Kyrgyzstan OJSC, the r»»»

The Israeli military said on Thursday that two "launches" were identified falling adjacent to an ‌area where ‌Israeli troops ‌are ⁠operating in southern ⁠Lebanon, after sirens sounded in several areas of northern Israel. Earlier, the military ⁠said Home Front ‌Command ‌had issued a precautionary ‌d»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Sri Lankan Embassy in Doha on Tuesday organised a Ceylon Tea tasting event to celebrate the heritage of the country’s tea industry and the long-standing diplomatic relations between the State of Qatar and Sri Lanka. Titled ‘Flavours from Sri Lanka’, the event was hosted by the Cult»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe IRGC: We targeted and destroyed 18 key US targets at Ali Al Salem Air Base, Ahmad Al Jaber Air Base, and Sheikh Isa Air Base 11-06-2026 08:»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe IRGC Navy: The Strait of Hormuz is closed until further notice due to repeated US violations of the ceasefire 11-06-2026 08:35 AM Latest Ne»»»

For a few seconds, there’s a silence as we’re all peering for a bunny under the bed. Dubai-based Katayune Ehsani, a rabbit rescuer and fosterer since 2021, doesn’t give up, trying to fetch lop-eared Frankie from under the bed. Frankie is the trademark introvert: Too many people in the room. Under t»»»

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz to all commercial vessels and oil tankers until further notice, holding the United States responsible for the escalating security crisis. This dramatic move came as Iran launched multiple waves of missile»»»

A multi-vehicle accident involving five cars occurred in Bishkek late on June 10. According to preliminary reports, the driver of a Mercedes-Benz who caused the crash was under the influence of alcohol. The road accident took place at around 11:45 p.m. at the intersection of Alykulov and Gagarin st»»»

Delays of several international flights were reported at Manas International Airport due to disruptions in internet connectivity. According to Airports of Kyrgyzstan OJSC, internet access problems across the country were observed starting at around 1 a.m. local time. As a result, passenger check-in»»»

First instance courts in Kyrgyzstan have switched to electronic notifications. Judge of the Jalal-Abad Regional Court, Azamat Uzakbaev, said at a press conference. According to him, the judicial system is gradually moving toward a fully digital format. Participants in court proceedings now receive »»»

Planetary heating is intensifying and key climate indicators are deteriorating, top scientists said Thursday, warning that funding decisions affecting Earth observation systems in the United States and other countries threaten efforts to track global warming. More than 70 scientists -- including co»»»

As Israeli warplanes pounded Beirut’s southern suburbs last March and residents fled in panic, one man found his opportunity. Amid the chaos, he slipped out of his imprisonment in a Hezbollah cell and made his way to Baabda, the green, upscale diplomatic district overlooking the Lebanese capital, w»»»

Israeli cabinet ​is set to approve on Thursday ‌a ‌plan ​to ‌fund ⁠the ​de facto ⁠establishment of 61 ⁠new settlements ‌in the ‌occupied ​West ‌Bank, ‌Axios reporter Barak Ravid ‌posted on social media ⁠platform ⁠X on Wednesday. Israel’s hardline finance minister earlier announced a major expansion»»»

Kuwait Airways announces suspension of all flights temporarily due to airspace closure, after authorities shut the country’s skies early Thursday amid escalating regional tensions following Iranian attacks. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) said the closure took effect at 4.50am loca»»»

The administration of Ala-Archa Nature Park has increased entrance fees and charges for electric vehicles entering the park. The updated price list has already been published on the park’s official resources. Under the revised tariffs, the entrance fee for adults has risen from 200 to 250 soms. For»»»

On the day that the new tower of the Sagrada Familia basilica in Barcelona is to be blessed by the pope, a sculptor whose work is to be placed inside the new parts of the famous building has told FRANCE 24 that she's very excited to be a small part of it. French sculptor Béatrice Bizot has lived ne»»»

At the start of the war in Ukraine, the Russian capture of Kinburn Spit – a narrow piece of land that holds the key to several Ukrainian ports – was hailed as one of Moscow’s most significant victories on the southern front. From there, Russia could launch attacks on the Ukrainian mainland, and use»»»

The number of people displaced worldwide by conflict and persecution fell in 2025 for the first time in a decade, but levels of refugees facing long-term displacement remain unacceptably high, a UN refugee agency report said on Thursday. Last year, 5.4 million people fled their homes, bringing the »»»

Doha, Qatar: Americana Restaurants International Plc ("Americana Restaurants"), the largest out-of-home dining and quick service restaurant operator in the Middle East & North Africa ("MENA") and Kazakhstan, and carpo, the international luxury brand celebrated for its artisanal Greek heritage, anno»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar General Electricity & Water Corporation (Kahramaa) has announced the launch of its Summer 2026 awareness campaign under the slogan “Keep it Sustained”, as part of its ongoing efforts to promote a culture of responsible consumption and reinforce the principles of environmental sus»»»