Japan, South Korea Say Ready to Act Against FX Volatility
Japan and South Korea expressed concern on Saturday about the rapid declines in their currencies, saying they were ready to act against excessive foreign-exchange volatility. Finance Ministers Satsuki Katayama of Japan and Koo Yun-cheol of South Korea "expressed serious concern over the recent shar»»»
Central Election Commission Provides Update on Voting Machines and Preparations for April 19 Snap General Elections
Deputy Chair and spokesperson of the Bulgarian Central Election Commission (CEC), Rositsa Mateva, told NOVA TV here on Saturday that around 100–150 voting machines require replacement parts, while approximately 1,000 machines are missing some accessories such as battery cables, power extensions, or»»»
Russian Army Strikes Ukraine’s Military-Industrial Complex & Energy Infrastructure
The Russian Army launched a massive strike on facilities of the military-industrial complex and energy infrastructure of Ukraine, as well as on its military airfields, the Russian Ministry of Defense stated. "Tonight, in response to the terrorist attacks by Ukraine on civilian facilities on the ter»»»
Blast Lightly Damages Jewish School in Amsterdam
An explosion lightly damaged a Jewish school in Amsterdam early on Saturday, in what the city's mayor described as "a deliberate attack against the Jewish community". The explosion at the school in an upscale residential neighborhood on the south side of Amsterdam damaged a rainpipe and charred an »»»
Germany’s fiscal expansion marks a turning point for economic growth: QNB
Doha, Qatar: Qatar National Bank (QNB) said that Germany's macroeconomic outlook is improving, supported by fiscal expansion, an emerging recovery in manufacturing and more accommodative monetary conditions. While structural obstacles remain, the policy shift should mark the beginning of a better g»»»
Egypt Renews Call for Joint Arab Force, Warns of ‘Total Chaos’
Egypt renewed calls to form a joint Arab force capable of effectively confronting threats and risks facing Arab states, warning of “the dangers of the conflict widening in the region and the possibility of sliding into comprehensive chaos.” It also reaffirmed its solidarity with the Gulf states and»»»
Iran war: Operation Epic Fury sparks MAGA revolt and deep US divisions
The night of February 28-March 1, 2026, will be remembered by all those who followed the news in real time. At 1:15 AM EST, seated in the White House Situation Room, US President Donald Trump said, “Operation Epic Fury is approved. No aborts. Good luck.” Those nine words signaled the launch of the »»»
Al-Manar correspondent in south Lebanon reports Israeli strikes on the outskirts of Sujud and Arab Salim in Iqlim Al-Tuffah - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Middle East war live: Iran threatens retaliation as Trump says US 'obliterated' targets on Kharg island
Iran on Saturday threatened to launch attacks on US oil infrastructure after President Donald Trump claimed that the US had "obliterated" military targets on Iran's Kharg Island and warned that oil infrastructure there could be targeted next. The small island off Iran's south coast is the main»»»
Focus - Qatar turns to desert farming to boost food security
Since the 2017 embargo, one of Qatar’s greatest nightmares has been that a war or geopolitical crisis would isolate Doha from the rest of the world. In late February, renewed tensions following the Israeli-American offensive against Iran brought these concerns to the fore once again. Over the past »»»
Trump prepares for high-stakes meeting with Xi amid Iran war, uncertain goals
Washington: Just over two weeks before President Donald Trump is due to meet his counterpart Xi Jinping in Beijing, Chinese uncertainty over the US leader's goals and the impact of the Iran war hang over the highly anticipated state visit. Trump's trip, his first to China in his second term, is aim»»»
US-Israel war on Iran: Arab towns in north Israel decry lack of shelters
Sakhnin: Threatened by volleys of Hezbollah rockets and missiles from Iran, residents of Arab towns in northern Israel are complaining about a lack of public shelters. "The state is obliged to build public shelters so that the entire population has access to safe havens," Mazen Ghanayem, mayor of t»»»
Is Burhan Heading for a Showdown with Sudan’s Islamists?
The designation of Sudan’s Islamists as a terrorist entity places the country’s military leadership before difficult and narrowing choices, particularly as these currents are deeply embedded within the ruling system and wield growing influence in decision-making circles, including inside the milita»»»
MoI reiterates call to avoid sharing rumours
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Interior (MoI) has reiterated its call for the public to rely only on official sources of information and refrain from sharing rumours, in a post on X. The Ministry called for strict adherence to information issued by official authorities and urged the public to refrain»»»
Iran’s war strategy puts pressure on Trump
Paris: US-Israeli strikes killed Iran's leader but have not toppled the government, which now, from its perch on the Strait of Hormuz, has put the entire world economy on the war's frontlines. The initial US victory in killing supreme leader Ali Khamenei has given way to a conflict that Washington »»»
Hebrew media: Two weeks into the war, it became clear that the resistance group’s leader is the ultimate decision-maker, maintaining firm control over the chain of command - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Israeli media: Sirens have continued to sound across northern areas since the morning due to rocket fire from Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Mideast turmoil revives Norway push for Arctic drilling
Oslo: Already the continent's biggest single supplier of natural gas since Russia invaded Ukraine, Norway is hoping to use the Middle East war to get European Union blessing to drill in the Arctic. The European Commission is revising its Arctic strategy, which has since 2021 committed the EU to wor»»»
Hezbollah fighters strike a Zionist force attempting to advance in Aitaroun border town with a guided missile: Al-Manar reporter - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Foreign Suspect Arrested for Inciting Terrorism Admits to Visiting Ukrainian Websites - FSB
MOSCOW, March 14 - A foreign national detained in the Tambov Region for inciting acts of terrorism has admitted to visiting Ukrainian websites, the Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) revealed. Earlier in the day, a foreign national was arrested in the Russian Tambov Region for using the Telegra»»»
North Korea Launches 10 Ballistic Missiles Toward Sea of Japan — South Korea
The missiles flew about 350 km, though their specifications are currently unknown, the South Korean Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) said. Although Seoul accuses North Korea of militarization, the US and South Korea are currently holding the joint Freedom Shield drills, which are set to run until March »»»
Kuwaiti oil prices reach $143.03 a Barrel
Kuwait: The price of Kuwaiti oil edged up by $10.36 to reach $143.03 a barrel on Friday, compared to $132.68 the previous day, the Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) said today. In global markets, the price of Brent crude went up by $2.68 to reach $103.14 a barrel, while West Texas Intermediate ros»»»
Fujairah reports fire after debris fell following threat interception
Fujairah: Authorities in the Emirate of Fujairah reported that a fire broke out after debris fell following the interception of an unmanned aerial vehicle by air defence systems, confirming that no injuries were recorded. Authorities have urged residents to stay in safe locations, follow verified g»»»
How will Russia benefit from US decision to ease oil sanctions?
The United States has eased some restrictions on Russian oil, letting shipments already at sea continue until early April in the aim of calming global markets amid Iran’s blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Ukraine and European leaders criticised the move, saying it undermined peace efforts. The Unit»»»
China edge Taiwan in extra-time to make Women's Asian Cup semis
Perth, Australia: Defending champions China scored twice in extra-time to book a blockbuster semi-final with hosts Australia at the Women's Asian Cup after a tense 2-0 win over Taiwan on Saturday. Shao Ziqin brilliantly fired into the right corner in the 94th minute before earning a penalty in the »»»
Israel Isolates South Lebanon with Strikes on Civilian Infrastructure
Israel on Friday began striking targets belonging to the Lebanese state and said it intended to hit civilian facilities, as preparations continued for a ground operation in the south. Early signs of the operation appeared as limited, temporary incursions that expanded on Friday toward the outskirts»»»
UAE traffic alert: Dubai RTA announces temporary diversions
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced a temporary diversion of traffic from Sheikh Rashid Street towards 2nd December Street, from the bridge to the Commercial Centre Roundabout. Traffic on Al Majlis Street heading to the roundabout will be redirected towards Qasr Khayran Street unt»»»
Russell beats Ferrari to win Shanghai F1 Sprint
Shanghai: Mercedes' George Russell held off a challenge from Ferrari to convert pole position into victory in an entertaining first Sprint race of the 2026 Formula 1 season. After setting the fastest time in Friday's qualifying session, Russell held his lead into the first corner but was overtaken »»»
Air India, Air India Express adds 62 extra flights to UAE, Saudi Arabia
Air India and Air India Express will together operate a total of 80 scheduled and non-scheduled flights to and from the West Asia region on March 14, 2026. The two carriers will continue their scheduled services to Jeddah and Muscat on March 14, operating a total of 10 flights to and from Jeddah an»»»
Details of death of deputy head of Bailiffs Service in Chon-Aryk reported - | 24.KG
New details have emerged regarding the death of Kubanychbek Kapalov, deputy head of the Bailiffs Service under the Prosecutor General’s Office of Kyrgyzstan, whose body was found in a car in the village of Chon-Aryk. According to the Main Internal Affairs Department, on March 13, 2026, a report was»»»
Sheikh Mohammed receives Ethiopian Prime Minister to discuss economic ties
Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, today received Abiy Ahmed Ali, Prime Minister of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia. During the meeting, Sheikh Mohammed and Abiy Ahmed reviewed bilateral relations a»»»
Explosion at Amsterdam Jewish school 'a deliberate attack' says mayor
An explosion has damaged a Jewish school in the Dutch capital Amsterdam, in what the city mayor condemned as a "deliberate attack against the Jewish community". Mayor Femke Halsema said the overnight blast caused limited damage to the outer wall of the school in the Buitenveldert district. No injur»»»
Sabalenka downs Noskova to set Indian Wells title rematch with Rybakina
Indian Wells, United States: Aryna Sabalenka roared past Linda Noskova on Friday to book an Indian Wells title showdown with Australian Open champion Elena Rybakina. Sabalenka beat 14th-ranked Czech Noskova 6-3, 6-4 and Rybakina downed Ukraine's Elina Svitolina 7-5, 6-4 to set up a mouth-watering r»»»
MP Shairbek Tashiev questioned at Interior Ministry and released - | 24.KG
Deputy of the Parliament Shairbek Tashiev was summoned for questioning at the Ministry of Internal Affairs yesterday, March 13. After the questioning, he was released, sources said. According to sources, the brother of former chairman of the State Committee for National Security Kamchybek Tashiev w»»»
About 39 billion soms needed for development of new territories in Bishkek - | 24.KG
Approximately 39 billion soms are needed for the development of new territories in Bishkek. It was announced in the Zhogorku Kenesh (Parliament) at a joint meeting of Ishenim and Ala-Too deputy groups. Deputies asked the official how the calculations were conducted to determine the amount of funds »»»
US Embassy Compound in Baghdad Hit in Missile Attack as Airstrike Kills 2
The US embassy in the Iraqi capital Baghdad was hit in a missile attack on Saturday, causing smoke to rise from the building, Iraqi security sources said. They did not have further details on the strike. Earlier, an airstrike hit a house in Baghdad, killing at least one person, according to a secu»»»
Cabinet redistributes powers over regulation of foreign labor - | 24.KG
The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has amended several of its resolutions to bring them in line with Presidential Decree No. 268 of September 19, 2024 «On measures to optimize migration processes.» The resolution was signed by Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev. According t»»»
S&P: Saudi Arabia’s Robust Economy Guarantees its Ability to Withstand Regional Conflict
Credit ratings agency S&P Global affirmed Saudi Arabia’s sovereign credit rating at “A+/A-1,” with a “stable outlook” on Friday. The agency said that the Kingdom was well-positioned to withstand the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. S&P stated in a press release that “the outlook reflects the Ki»»»
Trump Says Iran 'Totally Defeated'
US President Donald Trump said Friday that Iran has been "totally defeated" in the US-Israeli military campaign against the country and wanted a deal he would not accept, despite Iranian officials pledging to continue the fight. "The Fake News Media hates to report how well the United States Milita»»»
Women’s rights: Founder of Sezim crisis center receives UN recognition - | 24.KG
In New York, as part of events marking the 70th session of the Commission on the Status of Women, a ceremony was held to honor one of the initiators of the women’s rights movement in Kyrgyzstan — Bubusara Ryskulova, founder of Sezim crisis center. In recognition of her many years of service to prot»»»
NKorea Fires About 10 Missiles Toward Sea During US-SKorea Drills
North Korea on Saturday fired about 10 ballistic missiles toward the eastern sea, South Korea’s military said, staging its own show of force as the rival South conducts a joint military exercise with the United States. South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff said the missiles were fired from an area in»»»
Energy Minister Traikov, US Chargé d’Affaires McDowell Discuss Energy Cooperation, Key Projects
Caretaker Energy Minister Traicho Traikov met with the US Chargé d’Affaires in Bulgaria, H. Martin McDowell, to discuss current issues in bilateral energy cooperation and the impact of global geopolitical tensions on energy markets, the Ministry of Energy said here on Saturday. A key focus of the t»»»
“The Truth Today”: Protesters in Sofia Demand Transparency Over Petrohan-Okolchitsa Case
A protest demanding transparency and answers about the so-called "Petrohan-Okolchitsa" case took place in central Sofia yesterday, where citizens gathered in front of the Palace of Justice. The demonstration was organized by Ralitsa Asenova, the mother of 22-year-old Nikolay Zlatkov, together with »»»
BP Wins US Approval for Kaskida Project in Gulf of Mexico
British energy major BP has received approval from the Trump administration to advance its Kaskida project in the Gulf of Mexico, a company spokesperson told Reuters in an emailed statement late on Friday. The $5 billion investment would unlock 10 billion barrels of resources that BP has discover»»»
Research Reveals Decades-Long Silverpit Crater Triggered by Tsunami 40 Million Years Ago
A long-running dispute about the origin of a North Sea crater has finally been settled, as new research finds a massive asteroid hit the water and triggered a towering tsunami millions of years ago. Scientists have found that the Silverpit Crater – which lies around 700 meters beneath the southern »»»
Polish designers give ancient amber a modern twist
Gdansk, Poland: Long coveted for its golden colour, scientific value and alleged healing properties, young Polish jewellers are transforming ancient amber into trendy pieces for the contemporary consumer. Designers working with the translucent fossil are combining traditional tools like drills, san»»»
On This Day, March 14: FBI's 'Most Wanted Fugitives' list debuts - UPI.com
On March 14, 1950, the FBI's "10 Most Wanted Fugitives" list appeared for the first time. 1 of 4 | Franklin County Sheriff Steven Pelton stands near a poster of Donald Eugene Fields II as he was announced being added to the FBI's "10 Most Wanted Fugitives" list in St. Louis on May 25, 2023. On Marc»»»
Dubai's Global Village cancels Eid Al Fitr fireworks, remains closed until further notice
Dubai: Global Village has announced that fireworks displays will not take place during the upcoming Eid Al Fitr holidays. In a statement, organisers said the decision follows government directives issued as part of precautionary safety measures. Stay updated: Get the latest faster by downloading th»»»