EU freezes plans to adopt Russian twentieth sanctions package due to Iran war turmoil, growing internal divisions
The EU’s plans to adopt a twentieth sanctions package against Russia have been frozen due to a disruption caused by the war in Iran, according to a diplomatic source cited by TASS on March 16. Citing diplomatic sources in »»»
EU freezes plans to adopt Russian twentieth sanctions package due to Iran war turmoil, growing internal divisions
The EU’s plans to adopt a twentieth sanctions package against Russia have been frozen due to a disruption caused by the war in Iran, according to a diplomatic source cited by TASS on March 16. Citing diplomatic sources in »»»
EU freezes plans to adopt Russian twentieth sanctions package due to Iran war turmoil, growing internal divisions
The EU’s plans to adopt a twentieth sanctions package against Russia have been frozen due to a disruption caused by the war in Iran, according to a diplomatic source cited by TASS on March 16. Citing diplomatic sources in »»»
EU freezes plans to adopt Russian twentieth sanctions package due to Iran war turmoil, growing internal divisions
The EU’s plans to adopt a twentieth sanctions package against Russia have been frozen due to a disruption caused by the war in Iran, according to a diplomatic source cited by TASS on March 16. Citing diplomatic sources in »»»
EU freezes plans to adopt Russian twentieth sanctions package due to Iran war turmoil, growing internal divisions
The EU’s plans to adopt a twentieth sanctions package against Russia have been frozen due to a disruption caused by the war in Iran, according to a diplomatic source cited by TASS on March 16. Citing diplomatic sources in »»»
EU freezes plans to adopt Russian twentieth sanctions package due to Iran war turmoil, growing internal divisions
The EU’s plans to adopt a twentieth sanctions package against Russia have been frozen due to a disruption caused by the war in Iran, according to a diplomatic source cited by TASS on March 16. Citing diplomatic sources in »»»
EU freezes plans to adopt Russian twentieth sanctions package due to Iran war turmoil, growing internal divisions
The EU’s plans to adopt a twentieth sanctions package against Russia have been frozen due to a disruption caused by the war in Iran, according to a diplomatic source cited by TASS on March 16. Citing diplomatic sources in »»»
EU freezes plans to adopt Russian twentieth sanctions package due to Iran war turmoil, growing internal divisions
The EU’s plans to adopt a twentieth sanctions package against Russia have been frozen due to a disruption caused by the war in Iran, according to a diplomatic source cited by TASS on March 16. Citing diplomatic sources in »»»
EU freezes plans to adopt Russian twentieth sanctions package due to Iran war turmoil, growing internal divisions
The EU’s plans to adopt a twentieth sanctions package against Russia have been frozen due to a disruption caused by the war in Iran, according to a diplomatic source cited by TASS on March 16. Citing diplomatic sources in »»»
ISTANBUL BLOG: Bedtime reading for Trump. Condemnation and denunciation from Arab and Islamic countries affirmed
While Donald Trump in the White House was adding coherence to his explanation of why it is the US and Israel have unleashed a massive military assault on Iran (this just in from the wires, Trump’s explanation of Israel attacking Iran’s biggest gas field: “Yeah I did, I told him [Israeli PM Benjamin»»»
EU freezes plans to adopt Russian twentieth sanctions package due to Iran war turmoil, growing internal divisions
The EU’s plans to adopt a twentieth sanctions package against Russia have been frozen due to a disruption caused by the war in Iran, according to a diplomatic source cited by TASS on March 16. Citing diplomatic sources in »»»
EU freezes plans to adopt Russian twentieth sanctions package due to Iran war turmoil, growing internal divisions
The EU’s plans to adopt a twentieth sanctions package against Russia have been frozen due to a disruption caused by the war in Iran, according to a diplomatic source cited by TASS on March 16. Citing diplomatic sources in »»»
UAE endowment for orphans raises Dh3.3b during Ramadan
ABU DHABI: Since its launch under the patronage of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Mother of the Nation Endowment for Orphans initiative, launched by the Endowments and Minors’ Funds Authority - Awqaf Abu Dhabi at the beginning of the Holy Month of Ramadan, has raised»»»
Paris appeals court rejects French govenment bid to suspend Shein
A Paris appeals court on Thursday rejected a bid by the French government to suspend Chinese e-commerce platform Shein after a consumer watchdog found items listed for sale on the site including sex dolls resembling children and banned weapons. The government request went to appeal after being deni»»»
Hazza bin Zayed congratulates UAE leaders on Eid Al-Fitr
AL AIN: Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region, congratulated President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on the occasion of Eid Al-Fitr, praying to God Almighty to grant him continued health and wellbeing. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan also exten»»»
Hamdan bin Zayed congratulates UAE leaders on Eid Al-Fitr
ABU DHABI: Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler's Representative in Al Dhafra Region, congratulated President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on the occasion of Eid Al-Fitr, praying to Almighty God to grant him continued health and wellbeing, and to bless the Arab and Islamic na»»»
Netanyahu says Iran 'decimated,' Mojtaba Khamenei 'has not shown his face'
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Thursday that Iran is being "decimated" and it is unclear who is in charge, even as the Islamic Republic kept up attacks on Gulf oil and gas targets that have jolted global markets. Nearly three weeks into the Middle East war launched by Israel and the»»»
European nations, Japan condemn Iran attacks on Gulf infrastructure
LONDON: The United Kingdom, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy and Japan have strongly condemned Iran’s attacks on civilian infrastructure, including oil and gas facilities in Gulf states, as well as the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz and the targeting of commercial vessels. In a jo»»»
UAE welcomes IMO Council’s resolution condemning Iran’s attacks and purported closure of Strait of Hormuz
Dubai: The UAE has welcomed a resolution adopted by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Council strongly condemning Iranian threats and attacks on shipping, as well as the purported closure of the Strait of Hormuz. The decision was adopted during the council’s 36th extraordinary session, »»»
FIFA ‘committed’ to using power of football and World Cup to build bridges and promote peace
Tribune News Network FIFA’s steadfast commitment to peace and unity was at the core of the online FIFA Council meeting held at the Home of FIFA in Zurich, Switzerland, at which FIFA President Gianni Infantino called for peace and reiterated the key role of football to bring people together in times»»»
Air quality nearRas Laffan, Al Dhakhira, Al Khor within normal limits
The Ministry of Interior (MoI) has said that the air quality levels in areas near Ras Laffan Industrial City, Al Dhakhira and Al Khor remain within normal limits, citing ongoing monitoring by the Civil Defence Council. A ministry statement said all recorded readings fall within approved standards, »»»
Iranian attacks result in grave rights violations: NHRC chief
QNA Doha Iranian attacks on the Gulf States consist of the deliberate targeting of civilian facilities and vital infrastructure, resulting in grave and widespread violations of the rights of the civilian population, most notably the rights to life, health, personal security, and freedom of movement»»»
Qatar slams Iran maritimethreats at IMO meeting
QNA London The State of Qatar has strongly condemned Iran’s attacks and threats against commercial shipping and maritime infrastructure, particularly in the Strait of Hormuz, as a “clear violation” of international law and the principles of freedom of navigation. The statement was delivered by Amba»»»
Qatar condemns Iran attacks at NATO meeting, warns of regional escalation
QNA Brussels The State of Qatar has participated in a meeting of the NATO Council with the Istanbul Cooperation Initiative countries, held at the alliance’s headquarters in Brussels. The session was chaired by HE NATO Deputy Secretary General Radmila Shekerinska. Charge d’Affaires at Qatar’s Missio»»»
War must be stopped immediately: PM
On the other hand, Sheikh Mohammed indicated that during his meeting with the Turkish Foreign Minister, emphasis was placed on the importance of joint action among the countries of the region to condemn this aggression and demand its immediate cessation, as well as demanding that Iran implement the»»»
Daniel Mitov Is Top-of-the-List Candidate of GERB-UDF for Shumen 30th Constituency
BTA will publish the names of the top-of-the-list candidates of every party/coalition for all constituencies for the April 19 parliamentary elections. The information about the candidates is provided by the respective political entity, the candidates themselves and other official sources. Daniel Mi»»»
Lebanon on edge: Israel-Hezbollah escalation raises fears of full-scale war
Yegia Teshyan, coordinator of the Regional and International Relations Cluster at the Issam Fares Institute of Public Policy and International Relations at the American University of Beirut, spoke to the editor of Russia in Global Affairs, Fyodor Lukyanov, about the growing risk of a major war in L»»»
Icho Dobrevski Is Top-of-the-List Candidate of Nation for Lovech 11th and Sliven 21st Constituencies
BTA will publish the names of the top-of-the-list candidates of every party/coalition for all constituencies for the April 19 parliamentary elections. The information about the candidates is provided by the respective political entity, the candidates themselves and other official sources. Icho Dobr»»»
Elena Vutova Is Top-of-the-List Candidate of Anti-Corruption Bloc for Dobrich 8th Constituency
BTA will publish the names of the top-of-the-list candidates of every party/coalition for all constituencies for the April 19 parliamentary elections. The information about the candidates is provided by the respective political entity, the candidates themselves and other official sources. Elena Vut»»»
Tsveta Rangelova Is Top-of-the-List Candidate of Vazrazhdane for Blagoevgrad 1st Constituency
BTA will publish the names of the top-of-the-list candidates of every party/coalition for all constituencies for the April 19 parliamentary elections. The information about the candidates is provided by the respective political entity, the candidates themselves and other official sources. Tsveta Ra»»»
Mihail Mihalev Is Top-of-the-List Candidate of BSP-United Left for Veliko Tarnovo 4th Constituency
BTA will publish the names of the top-of-the-list candidates of every party/coalition for all constituencies for the April 19 parliamentary elections. The information about the candidates is provided by the respective political entity, the candidates themselves and other official sources. Mihail Mi»»»
Sonya Kelevedzhieva Is Top-of-the-List Candidate of BSP-United Left for Sliven 21st Constituency
BTA will publish the names of the top-of-the-list candidates of every party/coalition for all constituencies for the April 19 parliamentary elections. The information about the candidates is provided by the respective political entity, the candidates themselves and other official sources. Sonya Kel»»»
Nikolay Kyuchukov Is Top-of-the-List Candidate of Anti-Corruption Bloc for Stara Zagora 27th Constituency
BTA will publish the names of the top-of-the-list candidates of every party/coalition for all constituencies for the April 19 parliamentary elections. The information about the candidates is provided by the respective political entity, the candidates themselves and other official sources. Nikolay K»»»
Boyan Sarkizov Is Top-of-the-List Candidate of Defiant Bulgaria National Movement for Dobrich 8th Constituency
BTA will publish the names of the top-of-the-list candidates of every party/coalition for all constituencies for the April 19 parliamentary elections. The information about the candidates is provided by the respective political entity, the candidates themselves and other official sources. Boyan Sar»»»
Georgi Svilenski Is Top-of-the-List Candidate of Defiant Bulgaria National Movement for Varna 3rd and Veliko Tarnovo 4th Constituencies
BTA will publish the names of the top-of-the-list candidates of every party/coalition for all constituencies for the April 19 parliamentary elections. The information about the candidates is provided by the respective political entity, the candidates themselves and other official sources. Georgi Sv»»»
Albania Establishes National Database to Track and Enforce Fines
The Council of Ministers has approved the creation of a new state database aimed at improving the administration and enforcement of administrative fines across the country. The system, officially titled the “Register for the Execution and Collection of Fines,” will serve as a centralized platform t»»»
Syria develops new framework to expand joint business councils network
Damascus, March 19 (SANA) – Syria is preparing a new regulatory framework to strengthen and expand its network of joint business councils, aiming to enhance economic cooperation and support national growth, officials said. Head of the Syrian Council for Coordinating Joint Business Councils Rawad Ra»»»
Arab and Islamic foreign ministers condemn Iranian attacks, call for de-escalation
Riyadh, March 19 (SANA) – Foreign ministers from a group of Arab and Islamic countries strongly condemned Iranian missile and drone attacks targeting several countries in the region, calling for an immediate halt to hostilities and respect for international law. In a joint statement issued after a »»»
EU financial guarantee for Kyiv ‘not working,’ Zelensky says
EU leaders failed to convince Hungary to lift its veto on Ukraine support, as president Volodymyr Zelensky lamented the blockage and the uncertainty around it. “For the third month now, the most important financial security guarantee for Ukraine from Europe is not working – the €90bn support packag»»»
Lessons From Libya’s Petrostate Curse: Global South Must Unite, Create Global Platforms to Survive
NATO’s intervention in Libya peeled back the curtain as to how a country with massive energy wealth can be thrown into collapse and prolonged fragmentation, Robinder Sachdev, founder and president of the Imagindia Institute, tells Sputnik. "For resource-rich states in the Global South, the lesson i»»»
Sheikha Fatima greets wives of Arab, Islamic leaders on Eid Al-Fitr
Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, the Mother of the Nation, Chairwoman of the General Women's Union (GWU), President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation (FDF), has sent cables of greetings to the wives of the Arab »»»
UN highlights Syria’s counterterrorism efforts, calls for respect of sovereignty
New York, March 18 (SANA) – Several UN Security Council members commended steps taken by the Syrian government to combat terrorism and promote stability, while stressing the need to respect Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity and halt repeated Israeli violations. During a session on the h»»»
'Ready' to help keep Hormuz open: UK, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Japan
In a significant display of international unity amid escalating Middle East tensions, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, and Japan have issued a joint statement pledging “readiness to contribute to appropriate efforts” to keep the Strait of Hormuz open. This vital chokepoi»»»
Progressive Bulgaria Leader Rumen Radev: Next Parliament's Top Priority Is to Form Majority to Replace Judicial Council, Clearing Way for Election of New Prosecutor General
Former President (2017-2026) Rumen Radev, leader of Progressive Bulgaria, presented the priorities of the coalition in Sofia on Thursday. He said the number one task is to have a two thirds majority in the next parliament after the April 19 elections, to replace the Supreme Judicial Council and to »»»
Social awakening fueled Tunisia’s Independence (history teacher)
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Rumen Radev: Next Parliament's Top Priority Is to Form Majority to Replace SJC, Clearing Way for Election of New Prosecutor General
Former President (2017-2026) Rumen Radev, leader of Progressive Bulgaria, presented the priorities of the coalition in Sofia on Thursday. He said the number one task is to have a two thirds majority in the next parliament after the April 19 elections, to replace the Supreme Judicial Council and to »»»
Djuric receives UNMIK head
BELGRADE - Serbian FM Marko Djuric met with Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General and Head of UNMIK Peter Due in Belgrade on Thursday to discuss the current security and political situation in Kosovo-Metohija and the position of Serbs in the province. "Djuric underlined that Serbia att»»»
'Miracle': Europe reconnects with lost spacecraft
Paris, France: The European Space Agency announced Thursday it has re-established communication with a spacecraft that is part of its Proba-3 mission, after losing contact with the satellite a month ago. Proba-3, which launched on a two-year mission in 2024, uses two spacecraft flying in precise fo»»»