Gulf News 1m

CDA's ‘Khair Dubai Be Ahlaha’ initiative empowers six Emirati families, distributes 13,000 Iftar meals in Ramadan

DUBAI: Highlighting its sustained efforts to strengthen social solidarity, the Community Development Authority (CDA) in Dubai, in collaboration with the Dubai Charity Association, concluded the ‘Khair Dubai Be Ahlaha’ (Goodness of Dubai by its People) initiative during the Holy Month. The initiativ»»»

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The Peninsula 25m

Qatar Civil Aviation Authority steps up safety measures amid regional developments

Doha: Qatar’s Civil Aviation Authority (QCAA) has intensified efforts to ensure aviation safety and maintain uninterrupted air services amid current regional circumstances, the authority said. The measures came after the closure of Qatar’s airspace on February 28 and the partial resumption of air n»»»

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Gulf News 38m

UAE tourism, aviation sectors show resilience amid regional tensions

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) continues to demonstrate resilience in its tourism and aviation sectors amid ongoing regional tensions, with authorities emphasising normal operations and strong support measures for affected travelers. More than 1.4 million passengers passed through UAE airports and »»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

ICC sets up help desk to assist Indian community members

Tribune News Network Doha The Indian Cultural Centre(ICC) has established a dedicated Help Desk to support members of the Indian community who may be stranded in Qatar or facing travel-related emergencies amid the current regional circumstances. The initiative has been launched to provide timely as»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

Qatar achieves 99% self-sufficiency in dairy, derivatives production: Minister of Municipality

QNA Doha Minister of Municipality HE Abdullah bin Hamad bin Abdullah Al Attiyah and chairman of the committee for follow-up on the implementation of food security policies, has affirmed that the progress achieved by Qatar in food production system reflects the success of national policies aimed at »»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

Ministry of Interior issues manual for workplace evacuation during emergency, exceptional situations

Tribune News Network Doha The Ministry of Interior (MoI) has issued a precautionary evacuation guidelines manual for workplaces amid the current regional situation, outlining procedures to be followed by employees in government, semi-government and private sector institutions during emergency and e»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

‘Qatar’s resilience shows commitment to diplomacy in resolving regional disputes’

QNA Paris President of the France-Qatar Friendship Group in the French National Assembly (Parliament) Laurent Mazaury affirmed his rejection of Iran’s attacks against the State of Qatar and the Gulf region, adding that any action that aims to drag the countries of the region into the conflict is a »»»

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UPI 1h

House oversight committee subpoenas AG Pam Bondi for April 14 deposition - UPI.com

Attorney General Pam Bondi looks on during a House Judiciary Committee hearing in the Rayburn House Office Building near the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., on February 11. The House Committee on Government Oversight and Reform subpoenaed her Tuesday to give a deposition in April on the Jeffrey E»»»

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Gulf News 1h

UAE Council for Fatwa calls for Shawwal crescent sighting on Wednesday

ABU DHABI: The UAE Council for Fatwa has called on the public to sight the crescent moon marking the beginning of Shawwal 1447 AH on Wednesday evening, 18 March, corresponding to the 29th day of Ramadan. The Council invited individuals to participate in moon sighting and submit observations through»»»

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Sana 2h

International calls for restraint as Gulf tensions escalate

Damascus, March 17 (SANA) – International calls are mounting to contain the escalating military tensions in the Gulf, as confrontations continue between the United States and Israel on one side and Iran on the other, amid growing warnings of a wider regional conflict. The United Nations urged immed»»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 3h

SMEs want to digitize, but work without a plan and do not measure effects

More than half of SME owners do not understand how e-commerce platforms work, 43% are unfamiliar with customer service tools, and nearly half do not use cybersecurity technologies. At the same time, 64% see digitalisation as key to growth. Over the next 12 months, micro firms plan to spend about PL»»»

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Ya Libnan 3h

US encouraging Syrian action against Hezbollah, but Damascus is hesitant, Reuters – Ya Libnan

Share: PHOTO- Smoke rises after an Israeli strike on Beirut’s southern suburbs, following an escalation between Hezbollah and Israel amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, Lebanon, March 10, 2026. REUTERS/Raghed Waked/File Photo Summary By Feras Dalatey, Maya Gebeily and Timour Azhari SUMMARY So»»»

BBC 4h

Spanish king reopens debate on conquest of Mexico by acknowledging 'abuse'

King Felipe of Spain appears to have helped thaw frosty relations with Mexico by acknowledging abuses carried out by his country during its conquest. But in doing so he has reopened a fierce debate over the colonisation of the New World. The arrival of Spaniards in America from the late 15th Centur»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Gargash: UAE may join international efforts to secure the Strait of Hormuz

Dr. Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the President of the United Arab Emirates, said on Tuesday that the UAE may join international efforts led by the United States to ensure the safety and security of the Strait of Hormuz. He noted, however, that no formal plan has yet been agreed upon and tha»»»

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BBC 4h

US Attorney General Bondi formally summoned to Congress in Epstein case

A US congressional committee has formally summoned Attorney General Pam Bondi, demanding that she answer questions over her handling of the investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The Republican chairman of the House Oversight Committee, James Comer, wrote in the subpoena letter »»»

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Daily News Egypt 4h

Israel announces killing of Larijani as Iran vows ‘crushing strikes’

The pace of military escalation in the Middle East is accelerating as the confrontation between Iran and Israel enters its third week, with intensified missile and drone exchanges and rising tensions spilling across the Gulf, amid faltering diplomatic efforts. In a major development, Israel claimed»»»

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Daily News Egypt 4h

Egypt FM, Chinese envoy coordinate on regional stability as Cairo warns of ‘total chaos’

Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty met with Chinese special envoy Zhai Jun on Tuesday to coordinate on regional stability, warning that current military escalations and “unjustified” Iranian attacks could slide the Middle East into “totalchaos.” During the talks in Cairo, Abdelatty expressed »»»

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Daily News Egypt 4h

Al-Sisi reviews Damietta Port upgrades, major transport projects

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi met with Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly and Minister of Transport Kamel Al-Wazir to review plans for developing Damietta Port and other major transport projects. According to the presidency, the meeting covered the comprehensive plan for upgrading Damietta P»»»

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Daily News Egypt 4h

Egypt’s garment exports rise 11% in January 2026

Egypt’s ready-made garments sector recorded solid growth at the start of 2026, with exports rising by 11% year-on-year in January, according to the Apparel Export Council of Egypt (AECE). Export shipments reached $299m in January 2026, compared with $270m in the same month of 2025, reflecting conti»»»

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Daily News Egypt 4h

120,000 taxpayers voluntarily join simplified tax system: Finance Minister

Egypt’s Minister of Finance Ahmed Kouchouk said that the Egyptian government is maintaining direct communication with investors to tackle tax, customs, and financial challenges through practical, actionable solutions. Speaking at the annual conference of the Federation of Small and Medium Enterpris»»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

Qatar well-prepared to ensure steady availability of essential goods: Minister

DOHA: Minister of Commerce and Industry HE Sheikh Faisal bin Thani bin Faisal Al Thani has affirmed that Qatar remains well-prepared to ensure the steady availability of essential goods, highlighting long-standing contingency plans and robust supply mechanisms. In an interview with Qatar Television»»»

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Albanian Daily News 4h

Albania Declares Iran a State Sponsor of Terrorism, Israel Welcomes Move

Israel’s Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar on Tuesday welcomed a resolution passed by Parliament of Albania declaring Iran a state sponsor of terrorism, praising the move as a “clear demonstration” of Albania’s foreign policy principles. In a public reaction, Sa’ar congratulated Prime Minister Edi Rama»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid meets with Fujairah Crown Prince in Dubai

Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, today met with Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, in Dubai. The meeting was attended by Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ru»»»

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Gulf News 4h

UAE's medical ecosystem is efficient, well-stocked: Emirates Drug Establishment

“The UAE’s pharmaceutical ecosystem is capable of responding efficiently to various regional and global developments," said Dr Fatima Al Kaabi, Director-General of the Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE), as she visited a number of pharmaceutical factories across the UAE to ensure the sustainability »»»

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Al Awsat 4h

The Full Story of Lebanon’s Initiative for Negotiations with Israel and its Challenges

Authorities in Lebanon now see little option but to seek a humanitarian truce during the upcoming Eid al-Fitr, after ceasefire efforts in the war between Israel and Hezbollah collapsed against entrenched positions on both sides. Israel is demanding Hezbollah’s “complete surrender” before halting op»»»

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EU Observer 5h

Orbán rejects EU face-saving offer on Ukraine pipeline, saying ‘no oil, no money’

Hungarian prime minister Viktor Orbán has dragged top EU officials into his April re-election battle, even as the EU itself warned against “adversaries … in the system” on election integrity. EU institutions unveiled a deal with Ukraine on Tuesday (17 March) to fix a damaged Russian oil pipeline su»»»

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Al Awsat 5h

At Heart of the Crisis, Gulf States Act as Global Shock Absorbers

As the US-Israeli war against Iran entered its 18th day, fast-moving geopolitical shifts in the Middle East have again thrust Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states into focus as a pillar of global economic stability, particularly in energy markets, international trade, and supply chains. As supply »»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 5h

PM and EC President Discuss Fourth Payment Request under Recovery and Resilience Plan

Caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gurov discussed the preparation of the fourth payment request under the National Recovery and Resilience Plan in a phone call with European Commission (EC) President Ursula von der Leyen, the government press service reported on Tuesday. During the conversation, Guro»»»

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Al Manar 5h

Hezbollah Leader to Fighters: You Are Heroes of War - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah Leader to Fighters: You Are Heroes of War 17-03-2026 19:54 PM Hezbollah Secretary General Sheikh Naim Qassem in an image from arc»»»

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The Peninsula 5h

Macron says France isn't prepared to participate in securing Strait of Hormuz in 'current context'

Paris: French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday confirmed that his country isn't prepared to participate in operations to secure the Strait of Hormuz under the current circumstances, denying remarks by his US counterpart Donald Trump, in which Trump expressed Paris' readiness to help in this ope»»»

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Gulf News 5h

Sheikh Hamdan meets with Chairman of Accor Group

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, today met with Sébastien Bazin, Chairman and CEO of Accor Group, one of the world’s leading hospitality and hotel management compan»»»

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Al Awsat 5h

Middle East War Could Trigger ‘Permanent’ Refugee Crisis, Warns Türkiye

If the Middle East war spreads, it could create a "permanent" refugee crisis, Türkiye’s top diplomat warned Tuesday as Lebanon said Israel's bombardment had displaced over a million people. "If the war... spreads, there is a possibility this will turn into a permanent refugee crisis with refugees s»»»

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UPI 5h

Bombings in Nigeria kill 23, injure 108; Boko Haram suspected - UPI.com

At least 23 people have been killed in a suicide bombing in Nigeria. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo March 17 (UPI) -- Suspected suicide bombings in Nigeria have killed at least 23 and injured 108 in Maiduguri, the capital of Borno state. The bombings hit a post office, a weekly marke»»»

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The Peninsula 6h

New particle discovered by Large Hadron Collider

Paris, France: The Large Hadron Collider has discovered a new particle, the 80th identified so far by the world's most powerful particle smasher, Europe's CERN physics laboratory announced Tuesday. The new particle has been named "Xi-cc-plus". Scientists hope the particle -- which is similar to a p»»»

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Libya Herald 6h

PM Aldabaiba reopens Tripoli Zoo after a 17-year closure: a symbolic turnaround for the Zoo - from a militia military base back to a leading recreation destination

After a 17-year closure, Tripoli based Libyan Prime Minister, Abd Alhamid Aldabaiba, officially opened Tripoli Zoo today after the completion of its renovation and rehabilitation by the Tripoli General Services Company. The Zoo will open to the public on the first day of Eid. ‎During his tour of th»»»

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The Peninsula 6h

Thai petrol queues lengthen as price cap expires

Chiang Rai, Thailand: From the capital Bangkok to Chiang Rai in the far northern reaches of the country, drivers and riders in Thailand queued for petrol Tuesday as shortages worsened and price rises loomed. Authorities imposed a cap on the retail price of diesel after the regional conflict disrupt»»»

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Al Awsat 6h

US Does ‘Not Need’ Help from Allies on Iran, Trump Says

President Donald Trump said Tuesday that US forces "no longer need" military help in the Iran war, after his calls for assistance from allies to reopen the Strait of Hormuz to oil traffic were largely rebuffed. The American president has spent recent days griping about how world powers have so far »»»

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RT 6h

Why South America never became a missile power: From Condor to modern Rockets

In the final decades of the Cold War, South America briefly appeared poised to join the ranks of regions developing indigenous missile technology. Argentina and Brazil pursued ambitious programs that combined domestic research with extensive international cooperation, aiming to establish strategic »»»

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RT 6h

How an antifa street killing exposed a deep national crisis in France

On 12 February in the French city of Lyon, a young man was killed in a political street brawl that escalated very badly. While terrible every time it happens, his death was, unfortunately, not unprecedented. Usually, it would result in grief among the victim’s family and friends as well as a crimin»»»

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UPI 7h

Counterterrorism Director Joe Kent resigns over Iran war - UPI.com

1 of 2 | Director of the National Counterterrorism Center Joe Kent, left, U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem and Operations Director of the National Security Branch at the FBI Michael Glasheen are sworn-in during a House Committee on Homeland Security hearing on Dec. 11. Kent posted hi»»»

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Business-review 7h

PPC Renewables Romania has equipped an IoT applications laboratory of the Faculty of Automation and Computers at the Polytechnic University of Bucharest

PPC Renewables Romania is the first company in the energy sector in Romania to modernize and fully equip a teaching laboratory within the Faculty of Automation and Computers of the Polytechnic University of Bucharest. The laboratory was equipped with modern equipment for projects in the field of In»»»

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DW 7h

Iran war: Why gold prices are not soaring

BusinessGlobal issuesIran war: Why gold prices are not soaringDirk KaufmannGold is typically seen as a safe haven, especially in times of war and other crises. Notwithstanding the ongoing war in Iran, the price is steady. What's driving the stability? https://p.dw.com/p/5AULKGold is likely to remai»»»

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Gulf News 7h

Shared dreams come true: Qatar-based expat bags 24-karat gold bar in Big Ticket

Dubai: A 43-year-old expatriate from Kerala, India has struck it lucky in Big Ticket’s first weekly e-draw for the month of March. Shajil Sulaiman has brought joy not just to himself but to a close-knit group of 10 participants who have been trying their luck together for years. He has lived and wo»»»

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The Peninsula 7h

Omani, Armenian Foreign Ministers discuss ties, regional developments

Muscat: Omani Foreign Minister Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi met today with his Armenian counterpart, Ararat Mirzoyan, during his visit to Muscat. Al Busaidi and Mirzoyan discussed bilateral friendship and cooperation between the two countries, as well as avenues for advancing them in a variety of doma»»»

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Sputnik 8h

US Was Unprepared for Scale of Iranian Drone Threat - Reports

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - The United States was not prepared for the scale of an Iranian drone threat it has faced in the region after launching a military campaign against the Islamic Republic, CNN reported on Tuesday, citing sources. The key obstacle was Congress, which did not support accelerating »»»

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Business-review 8h

Filip & Company: Investment screening in Romania matures. Impact of the new amendments on transactions

In practice, investment screening has become a nearly unavoidable phase in the structure of transactions in strategic sectors. Romania’s foreign direct investments (FDI) screening regime is entering a stage of maturation following the amendments introduced by the Romanian Government on 13 March. By»»»

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DW 8h

Who holds the biggest strategic oil reserves?

BusinessGlobal issuesWho holds the biggest strategic oil reserves?Nik MartinIran's effective blockade of the Strait of Hormuz has pushed dozens of countries to tap their emergency oil stockpiles. But what exactly are strategic reserves, and who holds the world's biggest crisis-ready supplies? https»»»

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BBC 8h

Judge blocks RFK Jr's changes to US childhood vaccine schedule

A federal judge on Monday blocked the US government from making sweeping changes to childhood immunisations, in a blow to Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr's agenda. Since taking office a year ago, Kennedy has sought to change and loosen vaccine regulations, including slashing the number of reco»»»

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Business-review 8h

STIHL, the world’s best-selling chainsaw brand, celebrates its 100 anniversary

What began as a one-man operation in a Stuttgart workshop in 1926 has since become a global standard for battery- and gasoline-powered equipment in forestry, landscaping and residential use. The family-owned company STIHL, rooted in the tradition of gasoline-powered products, consciously pursues a »»»

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BBC 8h

Israel says it killed Iranian security chief Ali Larijani in air strike

Israel says Iran's top security official, Ali Larijani, and the head of the paramilitary Basij force, Gholamreza Soleimani, have been killed in Israeli air strikes. "Larijani and the Basij commander were eliminated last night and have joined Khamenei, the head of the annihilation programme, along w»»»

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