French foreign minister condemns targeting of journalists in Lebanon
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot condemned the killing of three journalists in an Israeli airstrike in Lebanon, stressing that journalists should "never" be targeted in conflict zones. "If it is proven that the journalists in question were deliberately targeted by the Israeli army, this wou»»»
NDA’s 350-hectare Sirte Agricultural Project No. 87 reaches 80% completion - supporting food security and reducing dependence on imports
The National Development Agency (NDA), controlled by the Hafter family, reported last Friday (27 March) that its Sirte Agricultural Project number 87 has reached 80 percent completion. The project focuses on cultivating strategic grains, primarily wheat and barley, across an area of 350 hectares.»»»
Arab Foreign Ministers Name Nabil Fahmy as Arab League Chief
Nabil Fahmy, then Egypt's Foreign Minister, speaks during the opening session of the Syrian Donors Conference at Bayan Palace Liberation Hall in Kuwait City January 15, 2014. (Reuters) Arab foreign ministers agreed unanimously on Sunday to nominate Egyptian diplomat Nabil Fahmy as secretary-genera»»»
France Condemns Houthis for Entering Middle East War
France condemned on Sunday two attacks by Yemen's Houthi militants on Israeli targets, accusing them of escalating tension in the Middle East by entering the regional war. A Houthi spokesman said on Saturday the Iranian-backed group had fired missiles and drones towards "several vital and military »»»
Israeli Police Prevent Catholic Leaders from Celebrating Palm Sunday Mass at Jerusalem Church
The Israeli police prevented Catholic leaders from entering the Church of the Holy Sepulchre to celebrate Mass on the Christian holiday of Palm Sunday for the first time in centuries, the Latin Patriarchate said Sunday. Jerusalem's major holy sites are closed because of the ongoing Iran war, includ»»»
Iran 30 Days into Internet Blackout, Isolating Millions Amid War
Iran's nationwide internet blackout was on its 30th consecutive day Sunday, leaving millions cut off from information and communication since the war with the United States and Israel erupted. "Iran's internet blackout has now entered day 30 as the nationwide censorship measure continues into its f»»»
Erdogan told: For Turkey’s sake at a time of great peril, ease up on your authoritarianism
Voices arguing that Turkey’s Recep Tayyip Erdogan should ease up on his authoritarianism in the interests of strengthening the home front at a time of great danger in the Middle East are growing louder. Commentators are ur»»»
Erdogan told: For Turkey’s sake at a time of great peril, ease up on your authoritarianism
Voices arguing that Turkey’s Recep Tayyip Erdogan should ease up on his authoritarianism in the interests of strengthening the home front at a time of great danger in the Middle East are growing louder. Commentators are ur»»»
Erdogan told: For Turkey’s sake at a time of great peril, ease up on your authoritarianism
Voices arguing that Turkey’s Recep Tayyip Erdogan should ease up on his authoritarianism in the interests of strengthening the home front at a time of great danger in the Middle East are growing louder. Commentators are ur»»»
UK police question suspect after car hits pedestrians in English city
British police were on Sunday questioning a 36-year-old man arrested for attempted murder after a car ploughed into people on a street in a central English city, injuring seven of them. Police in Derby, about 40 miles (64 kilometres) north of Birmingham, said counter-terrorism officers were support»»»
Israeli police bar top Catholic figure in Jerusalem from holding Palm Sunday mass at Holy Sepulchre
Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, the top Catholic figure in Jerusalem, was barred from entering the Church of the Holy Sepulchre to celebrate Palm Sunday mass, according to his office, in what Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni labelled an "offence to the faithful". French President Emmanuel Ma»»»
"Speed Dating B2B" event next May 19 for businesses and start-ups
Tunis, March 29 (TAP) - The Tunisian-French Chamber of Commerce and Industry (French: CCITF) is organising a B2B Speed Dating event in Tunis next May 19 to bring together businesses and start-ups, in a bid to foster high-value connections based on...»»»
Abu Dhabi expands smart inspection fleet with 27 AI-powered vehicles
Abu Dhabi City Municipality has expanded its fleet of smart inspection vehicles as part of the Unified Inspection System, increasing the total number to 27 AI-powered units. The municipality said the vehicles are equipped with advanced cameras, detection systems and automated analysis tools, and ar»»»
‘No Kings’ protests sweep across US (VIDEOS)
Thousands across the US have joined “No Kings” protests against President Donald Trump, blaming him for the flagging economy, rising cost of living and the conflict with Iran. The demonstrations mark the third nationwide round of the “No Kings” movement, which launched nationwide protests in June 2»»»
Sharjah Police handle 40,000 calls during bad weather
Sharjah: The General Command of Sharjah Police handled more than 40,000 calls during the recent adverse weather conditions across the UAE, reflecting a high level of preparedness and rapid emergency response. Brigadier Mohammed Rahma Al Ghazal, Director of the Operations Centre Department, said a t»»»
Two new suspects arrested over foiled Bank of America bomb plot in Paris
Two suspects have been arrested in connection with an apparent bomb plot targeting the Paris headquarters of Bank of America, French prosecutors said Sunday, a day after police detained a man who was about to set off a homemade explosive device outside the US bank. French police have arrested two m»»»
Shura Council speaker meets African ambassadors group, underlines Qatar's firm rejection of Iranian attacks
DOHA: Speaker of the Shura Council HE Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim has confirmed the State of Qatar's enduring position rejecting the Iranian attacks that compromise its security and sovereignty, as well as those of regional nations. He stressed that the international community and its institution»»»
UAE braces for fresh spell of unstable weather this week
Dubai: A period of unstable weather could affect parts of the UAE and Qatar from Monday evening through Wednesday, driven by the passage of a cold upper trough, according to Ibrahim Al Jarwan, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Emirates Astronomical Society and a member of the Arab Union for»»»
Qatar participates in IMO FAL 50 meetings
London: The State of Qatar, represented by the Qatar Mission to the International Maritime Organization (IMO), took part in the meetings of the 50th Session of the IMO Facilitation Committee (FAL 50), held in London from March 23-27, 2026. Key topics discussed included adopting seamless procedures »»»
France unveils aid to shield key sectors from soaring fuel prices
Facing soaring fuel prices from the Middle East conflict, the French government has announced €70 million in targeted aid for April, helping transport, fishing, and agriculture. Measures include a 20-cent-per-litre fuel subsidy for small transport businesses and fishing boats, plus zero excise on a»»»
Finance Minister: 2026-2027 budget targets LE4 trillion in revenues
Minister of Finance Ahmed Kouchouk announced on Saturday, 28/3/2026, that the state general budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year is strategically designed to support both citizens and investors while catalyzing national economic activity. He emphasized that healthcare, education, and social protect»»»
Former Algerian President Liamine Zeroual Dies
Algeria announced three days of national mourning on Sunday after the death of 84-year-old Liamine Zeroual, the former soldier who served as the country's president from 1994 to 1999. Born on July 3, 1941 in the eastern city of Batna, Zeroual served in Algeria's National Liberation Army (FLN), whic»»»
Football fever comes to New York with unveiling of France's World Cup jersey
The French Consulate in New York unveiled France's 2026 World Cup kits on Friday, featuring the mint-green away jersey, dubbed "Liberté", in tribute to the Statue of Liberty. The design symbolises the friendship between France and the US. Football fever»»»
Houthi attacks on Israel open new front in Mideast war, threaten Red Sea shipping
Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels have entered the escalating war in the Middle East, claiming two missile launches at Israel. Their involvement in the month-long conflict could further hurt global shipping should they again target vessels in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait off the Red Sea, a narrow »»»
Cabinet Introduces Measures to Halt Rise in Prices Caused by Middle East Conflict
In a video published on his Facebook page on Saturday night, caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gurov reported that the government is introducing a comprehensive package of measures to halt the rise in prices for Bulgarian consumers caused by the military conflict in the Middle East. The Prime Ministe»»»
Sofia Airport Expands Big: 30 Airlines, 94 Destinations in Summer 2026 Schedule
Sofia’s Vasil Levski Airport is entering the summer 2026 season with a significantly expanded flight network, offering more destinations and greater connectivity across Europe and beyond. According to the airport operator SOF Connect, 30 major airlines will operate flights from Sofia to a total of »»»
Lulu Hypermarket participates in Earth Hour
Doha, Qatar: Lulu Hypermarket in Qatar reaffirmed its commitment to environmental sustainability by participating in the global Earth Hour 2026 initiative. Following the directive of the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, encouraging individuals and institutions nationwide to observe Earth»»»
Awqaf releases book on scholarly heritage, available in electronic format
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs has announced the release of a new scholarly publication titled “Selected Works of Sheikh Mohammed bin Mani’,” now available in an electronic format through the Ministry’s official website. The publication represents a significant contribution »»»
Dr. Khalid bin Jabr re-endorsed as chairman of QCS
Doha, Qatar: Qatar Cancer Society (QCS) held its Ordinary General Assembly Meeting for the year ending 2025, chaired by Dr. Khalid bin Jabr Al Thani, Chairman of the Board, and attended by members of the General Assembly and the Board of Directors, under the supervision of the Regulatory Authority »»»
Syria Says It Closed Smuggling Tunnel on Lebanon Border
Syrian authorities said Saturday that they found and closed a tunnel between their country and Lebanon they believed was used for smuggling by "Lebanese militias". In a statement to the official SANA news agency, a defense ministry official said the army "discovered a tunnel connecting Syrian and L»»»
WTO reform talks coming to the crunch
YAOUNDÉ — The ambassador facilitating talks on reforming the World Trade Organisation (WTO) voiced cautious optimism recently on prospects for progress at a high-level meeting in the Cameroonian capital.Reforming the beleaguered global trade body is at the heart of the WTO's four-day ministerial co»»»
Massive anti-Trump protests mark third 'No Kings' day across US
Massive nationwide demonstrations took place on Saturday as Americans mobilised against US President Donald Trump’s perceived authoritarianism, executive overreach, and the war in Iran. Massive nationwide protests against US President Donald Trump kicked off Saturday as millions of people vent fury»»»
Football fever hits NYC as France unveils team jersey for World Cup
Football fever has come to New York City ahead of the FIFA World Cup. The official jersey for the French national team was released this week. FRANCE 24's Jessica Le Masurier reports from New York.»»»
The 51% - #MeToo and the French farming sector
In this edition, we meet French farmer Laura Chalendard, who reported a sexual assault in 2023 and when no charges followed, launched a #MeToo movement in the agricultural sector to empower women to speak out against sexual violence. Also how perimenopause and menopause in female employees are wors»»»
France foils Paris bomb plot outside US bank, opens anti-terror probe
French police on Saturday stopped an apparent bomb attack outside a Bank of America branch in Paris. The French counter-terrorism prosecutor's office said it was investigating a "terrorist criminal conspiracy". French police stopped an apparent bomb attack outside a US bank in Paris early Saturday »»»
What Taiwan's imprisonment of opposition figure Ko Wen-je means for its political landscape
Taiwanese opposition figure Ko Wen-je was sentenced this week to 17 years in prison, ending his bid for the 2028 presidential election and removing a prominent centrist from the political stage. Analysts say the ruling could reshape the island’s political dynamics, with implications »»»
Rubio says Iran war to last weeks, no US ground troops needed
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Friday that Washington expects its military operation against Iran to wrap up within weeks without the need for ground troops. This comes as G7 nations adopted a declaration on Iran calling for an immediate halt to attacks against civilian populations and infr»»»
Pope Leo XIV denounces 'chasms between the poor and the rich' during Monaco visit
On Saturday, Pope Leo XIV denounced widening economic inequalities during his first speech of his visit to Monaco, a Catholic principality best known for its wealth. Pope Leo XIV on Saturday denounced the widening gap between the haves and have-nots as he visited Monaco, a millionaires' playground »»»
Tens of thousands march against far right in London ahead of local elections
Tens of thousands of protesters marched through central London on Saturday in a major show of opposition to the far right, weeks before key elections and amid growing support for hard-right movements in the UK. Tens of thousands of people marched through central London Saturday to protest against t»»»
Designs for Kazakhstan’s futuristic Alatau City released
Rising 272 metres, the landmark skyscraper of Kazakhstan’s planned futuristic Alatau City will boast central atria that draw natural light deep into its floorplates and panoramic views of the surrounding Tian Shan mountains. »»»
Ministry hosts training on evacuation to enhance student, staff safety
Held over four days at the Officers Club, the sessions targeted school principals, their deputies, and safety officials in public and private educational institutions, benefiting around 1,200 participants. The workshops focused on unifying response procedures when receiving alerts through the natio»»»
QCS General Assembly endorses Dr. Khalid bin Jabr as chairman
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Cancer Society held its Ordinary General Assembly Meeting for the year ending 2025, chaired by Dr Khalid bin Jabr Al Thani, chairman of the Board, and attended by members of the General Assembly and the Board of Directors, under the supervision of the Regulatory Auth»»»
Top of the slop? The Sora slide could trigger an AI avalanche
OpenAI has unexpectedly shut down Sora, its generative AI video model. Despite a surge of initial popularity, the tech was dogged by controversy and copyright issues and proved prohibitively expensive. In a significant blow to OpenAI, a $1 billion December 2025 deal to allow Sora users to generate »»»
Terror attack on bank thwarted by police in France - UPI.com
Bank of America's Paris headquarters was the site of a thwarted terror attack early Saturday morning after nearby police saw two people attempt to detonate an explosive device in front of the building. File Photo by Ezio Petersen/UPI | License Photo March 28 (UPI) -- Law enforcement in Paris arrest»»»
More than 3,000 No Kings events expected across globe Saturday - UPI.com
Thousands of protesters against the Trump administration policies rallied as part of the nationwide No Kings protest in front of City Hall in downtown Orlando, Fla., on October 18. No Kings organizers expect even more people to turn out for protests Saturday. File Photo by Chris Chew/UPI | License »»»
French Police Thwart a Suspected Bombing Outside a Bank of America Building in Paris
French police have thwarted a suspected bomb attack outside a Bank of America building in Paris, authorities said Saturday. One suspect was detained and another escaped. The national anti-terrorism prosecutor’s office, or PNAT, told The Associated Press that it has opened an investigation into alle»»»
In-person classes set to resume across Qatar
Dubai: Qatar’s Ministry of Education and Higher Education has confirmed that public and private schools are fully prepared to reopen for in-person learning on Sunday, welcoming nearly 417,000 students, the Qatar News Agency reports. The ministry added that all necessary arrangements have been compl»»»
Abu Dhabi launches National First Line of Defense Forum, Dh100 million training grants to boost emergency readiness
Abu Dhabi: The 26th edition of the National First Line of Defense Forum officially commenced today in Abu Dhabi under the theme “Together for a Nation’s Readiness.” The forum is organised by the National Unified and Integrated Training System for Readiness and Response, under the supervision of the»»»
French anti-terror prosecutors probing foiled Paris bomb plot
Paris, France: France's counter-terrorism prosecutor's office told AFP on Saturday it has taken over the investigation into a foiled bomb attack outside a Bank of America branch in central Paris. The office confirmed that a suspect caught in the act was in police custody and said it was investigati»»»
Opposition Calls Nationwide Protest Demanding Prime Minister’s Resignation
Opposition leader Sali Berisha announced Saturday that a nationwide protest will be held on April 17 in the capital Tirana, calling for the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama. Speaking at a press conference, Berisha urged citizens to join the demonstration, framing it as a decisive moment of pu»»»