Inflation slows to a mere 1.4 percent
Consumer prices were 1.4% higher on average in February 2026 than a year earlier. Over one month, consumer prices rose by 0.1% on average. In 12 months, compared to February 2025 food prices increased by 0.2% (and decreased by 3.2% excluding food and beverage serving services), within which the pri»»»
Bulgarian Prosecutor’s Office: EPPO Confirmed Serious Violations by Teodora Georgieva
The Bulgarian Prosecutor’s Office has issued a detailed institutional statement responding to what it described as political attacks against both the national prosecution service and the European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO). The reaction follows the removal of Bulgarian European prosecutor Te»»»
Bulgarian F-16s Fly Over Sofia - Not Related to Iran (VIDEO)
Bulgarian F-16s carried out training flights over Sofia on Tuesday, March 10, as part of a planned exercise organized by the Ministry of Defense. The activity took place at Vasil Levski Airport and involved low-level flights both individually and in pairs, designed to prepare crews for landing appr»»»
Merz Says Sees 'No Common Plan' to Quickly End Iran War
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz voiced concern Tuesday that the United States and Israel appear to have "no common plan" for bringing the war against Iran "to a swift and convincing end", AFP reported. "The United States and Israel have been waging war against Iran for over a week. We share many o»»»
Iran Not More Formidable than Thought, Top US General Says
The top US general said on Tuesday that while Iran was fighting, it was not more formidable than Washington had thought, as the United States geared up for the most intense day of strikes against Iran in the war so far. General Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, told reporters that t»»»
Did Ranveer Singh’s ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ lock an OTT deal ahead of March 19 release?
Dubai: The countdown has begun for Dhurandhar: The Revenge, the high-octane action drama headlined by Ranveer Singh. In less than ten days, Aditya Dhar directorial and his much-talked-about sequel will arrive in cinemas in India and beyond on March 19. While a movie of this scale and storyline shou»»»
Prosecutor opens inquiry into English teacher’s death
A prosecutor in Thessaloniki has launched an investigation into allegations of bullying by students against an English teacher who died on March 7. The death of Sofia Christidou has raised questions about events leading up to it, as authorities examine whether responsibility will be assigned follow»»»
Labour Minister Presents Ministry's Priorities to Trade Unions, Employer Organizations
Caretaker Minister of Labour and Social Policy Hasan Ademov held a meeting with representatives of nationally representative trade unions and employer organizations, the Ministry of Labour and Social Policy press service reported on Tuesday. He presented the main priorities of the social ministry d»»»
Bulgarian Authorities Confirm Good Fuel Stocks amid Energy Market Tensions
Bulgaria has sufficient fuel reserves, all suitable for use, and the government has mechanisms in place to act if needed, Assen Assenov, chairman of the State Agency for State Reserves and Wartime Stocks, told MPs during a parliamentary hearing Tuesday. Also attending were Deputy Finance Minister S»»»
Customs Agency Introduces Daily Fuel Price Monitoring Amid Hormuz Strait Crisis
The Customs Agency, under the supervision of the Ministry of Finance, has begun implementing daily monitoring of developments on international crude oil markets and fuel prices on the domestic market as of Tuesday. In the event of significant price changes or disruptions in supply chains, concrete »»»
WFP: Relative improvement in food security in Syria; 6.7 million assisted in January
Damascus, March 10 (SANA) The World Food Programme (WFP) reported that 6.7 million people in Syria received assistance in January, noting a relative improvement in food security according to its 2025 Food Security Assessment. The assessment found that 18% of Syrian households are now food secure, u»»»
IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers resigns with immediate effect
Dubai: IndiGo said on Tuesday that Chief Executive Officer Pieter Elbers has resigned with immediate effect for personal reasons, months after the airline faced widespread flight cancellations that drew regulatory scrutiny. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.India’s large»»»
Stress-tested, standing strong: Inside UAE school system's digital resilience
Dubai: Crises do not build resilience. They reveal it. When Iranian aggression prompted UAE authorities to require schools to shift to remote learning with minimal notice, what followed was not a test that the education sector had to prepare for in the moment. It was the result of years of delibera»»»
Six fatalities and 122 injuries reported as UAE intercepts missiles and drones so far
Abu Dhabi: The UAE’s air defence systems on 10 March 2026 dealt with multiple ballistic missiles and drones, according to figures released by the Ministry of Defence. The ministry said air defences detected nine ballistic missiles, destroying eight, while one ballistic missile fell into the sea. Au»»»
Russia gives Egypt missile ship after Suez Canal opening
Russia has handed Egypt a Molniya missile ship that participated in the opening of the New Suez Canal earlier this month, Armed Forces Spokesman Mohamed Samir said in a statement. The ship is considered one of the “most advanced units in the Russian navy,” he added. The ship includes multiple armam»»»
China Lifts Military Budget to Modernize Weapons, Defense Technology
China's increased military spending will fund its military modernization and help develop advanced weapons and defense technology innovation, the spokesperson for the military delegation at its annual parliament meeting, Zhang Xiaogang, said Tuesday. The Chinese government has kept defense spending»»»
Emergency Repairs Close Danube Bridge at Ruse for Five Hours on March 12
Danube Bridge near Ruse will be closed to traffic from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on March 12 due to emergency repairs to the road surface, the Road Infrastructure Agency said on Tuesday. The work will be carried out on the lane of the bridge that has not undergone major repairs. The 1,057-metre long »»»
GERB-UDF Highlights Moral Courage of Holocaust Rescuers
The GERB-UDF parliamentary group issued a declaration on Tuesday as Bulgaria marked the Day of Rescue of Bulgarian Jews and of Remembrance of the Victims of the Holocaust and of the Crimes against Humanity. The declaration was read out in the debating chamber of the National Assembly by the group’s»»»
Hungarian Parliament rejects Ukraine’s EU membership and war support
Hungary’s National Assembly on Tuesday adopted a resolution rejecting Ukraine’s accession to the European Union, further financial and military support for the war, and initiatives aimed at transforming the European Union into a military alliance. Lawmakers approved the resolution with 142 votes in»»»
Stress-tested, standing strong: Inside UAE school system's digital resilience
Dubai: Crises do not build resilience. They reveal it. When Iranian aggression prompted UAE authorities to require schools to shift to remote learning with minimal notice, what followed was not a test that the education sector had to prepare for in the moment. It was the result of years of delibera»»»
Putin and Trump hold phone call – Kremlin aide
Russian President Vladimir Putin has held a phone conversation with his US counterpart, Donald Trump, Kremlin aide Yury Ushakov has told journalists. The American president initiated the call to discuss the latest international developments, he said. The conversation focused on the Iran conflict an»»»
‘Still possible’ to contain situation from further escalation: Qatar official
Doha, Qatar: Qatar has repeatedly warned against escalation and its transformation into a regional war, adding that it was still possible to contain it. Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari said this while speak»»»
Gulf states bolster defences in face of Iranian aggression
Dubai: Missile and drone attacks across the Gulf continued Tuesday as regional governments said dealing with Iranian aggression had become a top priority amid a widening Middle East war. Qatar’s Defence Ministry said its armed forces intercepted a missile attack targeting the country, after an elev»»»
Authorities arrest two after seizing over 13.5 kilos of heroin
Authorities arrested two suspects after discovering over 13.5 kilograms of heroin in a stash site in central Athens, police said Tuesday. The suspects, a 50-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, used as a building in the Renti area, where they allegedly stored the drugs. Authorities seized 46 nylon»»»
17 people arrested for traffic violations in Attica
Seventeen drivers were arrested in the greater Athens area between Thursday and Monday for traffic violations, police said Tuesday. A total of 252 violations involved driving under the influence of alcohol, 286 concerned excessive speeding, 352 were over failure to wear a helmet, 137 were mobile ph»»»
National System Integrator Begins Upgrade of Bulgaria’s Cybersecurity System with US Support
The National System Integrator said on Tuesday that it has started upgrading the national cybersecurity system with support from the U.S. Trade and Development Agency. The National System Integrator’s cybersecurity monitoring centre, which currently covers the critical infrastructure of selected mi»»»
Hezbollah Strikes Israeli Depth, Hunts Down Enemy Soldiers and Tanks
Hezbollah resistance fighters pounded the Israeli towns and settlements on Tuesday, as they hunted down enemy soldiers and tanks attempting to advance along the border with occupied Palestine. Up till dawn on Tuesday, Hezbollah’s Military Media issued 15 statements elaborating on operations against»»»
Emergency Situations Minister of Kyrgyzstan Urmatbek Shamyrkanov dismissed - | 24.KG
Emergency Situations Minister Urmatbek Shamyrkanov has been dismissed. The presidential press secretary, responding to a question why he was removed from his post less than a month after his appointment, explained that the new minister’s dismissal was due to suspicions that he had taken a bribe whi»»»
Canada police investigate reports of shots fired at US consulate in Toronto
Canadian police say they are investigating reports that a gun was fired at the US consulate in Toronto. "Evidence of a firearm discharge has been located," Toronto Police Operations posted on X on Tuesday, adding that the report of gunfire was received just before 05:30 local time (09:30 GMT). No i»»»
‘Still possible’ to contain war from further escalation: Qatar official
Doha, Qatar: Qatar has repeatedly warned against escalation and its transformation into a regional war, adding that it was still possible to contain it. Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari was speaking at a pre»»»
53-year-old Indian expat wins Dh150,000 in Big Ticket draw
Dubai: A Dubai-based expatriate from Kerala, India, has bagged Dh150,000 in the latest draw of Big Ticket in Abu Dhabi. Manoj Natrajan, 53, has been living and working in Dubai for the past 22 years. He has been buying Big Ticket entries every month together with his five friends, hoping that one d»»»
Beginner’s luck brings Dh150,000 win for Indian expat in Big Ticket draw
Dubai: A 53-year-old Indian expatriate based in Oman is celebrating a lucky first attempt after winning Dh150,000 in the latest Big Ticket draw. Vallabh Bogha Parmar, a business owner originally from Gujarat, India has been living in the GCC with his family for the past 35 years. To his surprise, h»»»
Ex-Syrian Intelligence Officer Appears in UK Court Charged with Crimes Against Humanity
A former member of Syria's Air Force Intelligence attended a British court hearing via videolink on Tuesday charged with crimes against humanity and torture relating to the suppression of pro-democracy demonstrations in Damascus in 2011. Salem Michel Al-Salem, 58, who now lives in Britain, appeared»»»
Regional Development Minister Nikolay Naydenov Takes Oath of Office
The new caretaker Minister of Regional Development and Public Works Nikolay Naydenov was sworn in before the National Assembly on Tuesday. Naydenov took over the post after Angelina Boneva submitted her resignation on March 4 due to health reasons. At the start of the extraordinary plenary session »»»
Report: Israel expects Lebanon op to outlast Iran conflict with Iran
The Israeli army is preparing for a prolonged offensive against Hezbollah, aiming to weaken the group to prevent the constant evacuation of northern residents, according to sources cited by the Financial Times. Israel now controls at least 12 forward positions along the Lebanese border, according t»»»
Sharjah’s Nest Hotel offers 150 free rooms to travellers stranded by flight cancellations
Dubai: With flights resuming gradually and at limited capacity due to regional tensions caused by the US-Iran Israel War, many tourists and visitors in Dubai and Sharjah have found themselves unable to depart. In response, a growing list of property developers and hospitality groups have stepped fo»»»
Trump says Iran war almost over but says U.S. hasn't 'won enough' - UPI.com
President Donald Trump arrives back at the White House from Florida on Monday night after raising hopes that the war with Iran could be at an end "very soon." Photo by Samuel Corum/UPI | License Photo March 10 (UPI) -- U.S. President Donald Trump said the war with Iran was way "ahead of schedule" a»»»
Why the price of oil matters more than you might think
The impact of the US and Israel's war in Iran is starting to hit home - no matter where you live. As the conflict blocks oil exports from the Gulf region, and producers start to cut output, the supply shock has sent oil soaring, at one point to nearly $120 a barrel. Though it has since fallen back,»»»
Ramadan in UAE: Dubai Police warn against random parking near mosques during prayers
Dubai: Dubai Police have urged motorists to avoid random parking near mosques during Taraweeh and Tahajjud prayers, particularly during the last ten days of Ramadan, warning that improper parking can cause traffic congestion and endanger pedestrians. The police said the measure aims to ensure smoot»»»
Military funeral held for two Emirati soldiers martyred in helicopter crash
Abu Dhabi: The Ministry of Defence held a military funeral ceremony for two Emirati servicemen who were killed in a helicopter crash while performing their national duty. The ceremony took place at Zayed Military Hospital in Abu Dhabi for Captain Saeed Al Balooshi and First Lieutenant Ali Al Tunaij»»»
Bulgarian Politics: Radev Rejects Claims of Hiding, Calls on Government to Confront Rising Risks
Former President Rumen Radev, who is leading the Progressive Bulgaria coalition in the upcoming early parliamentary elections on April 19, criticized the caretaker government for underestimating the risks facing the country following the strikes against Iran. Speaking to reporters after a meeting w»»»
Kremlin Declines to Say if US Warned Against Iran Intel Sharing
The Kremlin declined on Tuesday to say whether the United States had warned it against sharing intelligence with Iran, as the war in the Middle East entered its 11th day. The United States and Israel began striking Iran on February 28, prompting a storm of retaliatory Iranian strikes across the Gul»»»
Trump Tells Fox News It's Possible He Would Talk with Iran
US President Donald Trump told Fox News that it's possible he would be willing to talk with Iran but that it depends on the terms, the cable news network said on Tuesday. Asked in an interview on Monday evening about the possibility of negotiations with Tehran, Trump told Fox he heard Tehran w»»»
Sofia Residents Demand Tough Sentences Against Suspected Animal Abusers
People gathered in front of the Sofia City Court on Tuesday to protest against animal abuse and for tough sentences against two suspects charged with torturing animals, filming the abuse, and selling the videos online. The protesters demanded the maximum possible punishments under the law and noted»»»
Supreme Court orders retrial in case of journalist Makhabat Tazhibek kyzy - | 24.KG
The Supreme Court of Kyrgyzstan has sent the case of journalist Makhabat Tazhibek kyzy, the wife of investigative journalist Bolot Temirov, back to a district court for a new trial. According to the court, the judicial panel decided to return the case materials to the court of first instance for re»»»
Lebanon calls for talks with Israel on plan to end Hezbollah conflict
Lebanon's president has called for direct negotiations with Israel as part of a proposal to end the escalating conflict with Hezbollah, while sharply criticising the Iran-backed group for dragging the country into a wider regional war. A spokesperson for President Joseph Aoun told the BBC that Leba»»»
This Indian mechanic converts a Maruti 800 into a Lamborghini
Dubai: A small garage in Chandil, Jharkhand, has become talk of the down after a self-taught mechanic Mohammad Arif transformed a Maruti 800 into a Lamborghini replica. The car has since gone viral across social media platforms, drawing admiration for its ambition and ingenuity. Arif completed the »»»
Social Ministry Submits Proposal for Granting Easter Allowances to Over 1.6 Mln Pensioners
The Council of Ministers will consider on Wednesday a proposal for a decision to grant Easter allowances to more than 1,600,000 pensioners on the occasion of the upcoming holidays, the Ministry of Labour and Social Policy press service reported on Tuesday. Pensioners whose pension alone or whose to»»»
Rumen Radev Urges Government to Assess Energy Reserves Amid Global Price Shocks
Progressive Bulgaria coalition leader Rumen Radev on Tuesday urged the government “to take a close look at the country’s actual stocks of oil, fuel, and gas, especially because energy prices around the world have gone up suddenly.” He added that the government must track all quantities and pricing »»»