TAP 3m

Tunisia voices deep concern over military escalation in Middle East, calls for immediate de-escalation

Tunis, March 1 (TAP) – Tunisia said it is following with deep concern and grave anxiety the serious military escalation unfolding in the Middle East region and the risks of a widening conflict and descent into chaos that could result, in addition to...»»»

Qatar Tribune 6m

US Embassy in Doha urges Americans to continue to shelter in place amid heightened tensions

DOHA: The USEmbassy in Qatar has advised American citizens in Qatar to shelter in place until further notice, citing heightened regional tensions and potential security risks. In a message to UScitizens, the Embassy confirmed it continues to maintain a shelter-in-place order for all personnel and r»»»

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Kuna 8m

Oman, Jordan, Egypt stress need for immediate halt to reciprocal shelling in the region

MUSCAT, March 1(KUNA) -- The Sultanate of Oman, Jordan and Egypt stressed on Sunday the need for an immediate halt to reciprocal shelling in the Middle East region and a return to the path of dialogue and diplomacy.Oman News Agency reported that this came during two separate phone calls by Sultan H»»»

Naharnet 11m

Hezbollah calls for Dahiyeh rally as defiant Qassem slams Khamenei's killing

Hezbollah vowed Sunday to confront the United States and Israel over their strikes on the group's key backer Iran. "We will undertake our duty of confronting the aggression," Hezbollah chief Sheikh Naim Qassem said in a statement, adding that his group would not leave "the field of honor and resist»»»

Gulf News 16m

NCEMA praises UAE community for cooperation and calm

The National Emergency Crisis and Disasters Management Authority (NCEMA) has praised the awareness and cooperation of UAE community members, noting it as a key factor in effectively managing various situations. Officials highlighted that residents’ commitment to following official directives, along»»»

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The Peninsula 17m

Qatar cancels Garangao celebrations as precautionary measure

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Municipality announced that Garangao events scheduled for March 3 and 4 have been cancelled. In a social media post, it said that this decision was taken in the interest of everyone's safety and in compliance with the issued precautionary directive. "This decision stems»»»

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Qatar Tribune 18m

Qatar Airways warns public against fraudulent social media accounts

DOHA: Qatar Airways has issued a public warning about fraudulent accounts impersonating the airline and attempting to obtain customers' personal information. In a statement, the airline said it is aware of fake profiles requesting sensitive details and stressed that it will never ask for passwords,»»»

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Naharnet 20m

Israel military says 'not aware' of US-Israeli strike on Iran school

Israel's military said Sunday that it was "not aware" of any U.S. or Israeli strike on a school in Iran that Iranian authorities say was hit the previous day, killing over 100 people. "At this point not aware of an Israeli or an American strike there... We're operating in an extremely accurate mann»»»

Al Awsat 20m

North Korea Condemns US-Israel Attacks on Iran as ‘Illegal’

North Korea condemned on Sunday the ongoing United States and Israeli attack on Iran as an "illegal act of aggression", claiming it had shown Washington's "gangster-like" nature. The military campaigns against Iran by the two states "constitute a thoroughly illegal act of aggression and the most vi»»»

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Kuna 20m

GCC Chief strongly condemns attacks on Oman

RIYADH, March 1 (KUNA) -- Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council Jassem Al-Budaiwi on Sunday strongly condemned the Iranian attacks targeting the Port of Duqm in the Sultanate of Oman and an oil tanker off its coast.In a statement, Al-Budaiwi said the assaults constituted a flagrant viol»»»

Sputnik 21m

Ali Khamenei: Architect of Modern Iran and Guardian of Islamic Identity

Ali Khamenei, the second supreme leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran, has been killed in an Israeli bombing at the age of 86. For more than four decades on the front lines of political life—including 36 years as the nation's highest authority—he shaped the destiny of the Iranian people and the w»»»

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Libya Herald 28m

Sirte Oil Company completes drilling of first horizontal well in Al-Lahib Field using advanced technologies – with production rate of 1,870 bpd

Libya’s state National Oil Corporation (NOC) announced yesterday that Libyan technical teams at Sirte Oil Company for Production and Manufacturing of Oil and Gas have completed the drilling of the first horizontal well in the Al-Lahib-Dur Murada field (T27-13). The well achieved an initial producti»»»

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The Peninsula 30m

US embassy in Bahrain tells citizens to avoid Manama hotels, could be attack 'target'

Manama: The US embassy in Manama urged citizens on Sunday to steer clear of hotels in the Bahraini capital warning they could become potential targets after the Crowne Plaza was hit during Iranian strikes. "The US Embassy in Bahrain is tracking confirmed reports the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Manama was»»»

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The Peninsula 30m

Attack on Oman is an attack on principle of mediation: Dr Majed Al Ansari

Doha, Qatar: Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE Dr Majed Al Ansari has warned that the attack on Oman sets a dangerous precedent, threatening the role of mediators. In a social media post, published in Arabic and English, the official said»»»

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The Peninsula 30m

Amir receives phone call from Libyan Prime Minister

Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani received a telephone call today from HE Abdul Hamid Dbeibah, Prime Minister of the Government of National Unity of the sisterly State of Libya. At the beginning of the call, the Libyan Prime Minister expressed his concern for the situation in»»»

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Al Awsat 35m

UK Says Missiles Fired in ‘Direction of Cyprus’ During Iran Conflict

Britain's defense secretary said Sunday that "Iranian indiscriminate retaliatory attacks" to US-Israeli strikes included "two ballistic missiles fired in the direction of Cyprus", but which were likely not "targeted" at the Mediterranean island. "We had two ballistic missiles fired in the direction»»»

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Kuna 35m

Kuwait Crown Prince receives phone call from UK PM

KUWAIT, March 1 (KUNA) -- His Highness the Crown Prince Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah received a phone call Sunday from UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who strongly condemned the blatant Iranian attack on the territory of the State of Kuwait.During the call, the British Prime Minister expressed th»»»

Sana 39m

U.S. reaffirms support for Jordan amid Iranian attacks

Amman, March 1 (SANA) U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed Washington’s full support for Jordan during a phone call with Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi on Saturday evening, following Iranian attacks on Jordanian territory. According to the Jordan News Agency, Rubio conveyed U.S. solidarity »»»

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Gulf News 43m

“You are safe,” Minister says UAE will defend every citizen, resident

Dubai: The UAE has intercepted more than 137 ballistic missiles and over 200 drones, with damage largely limited to debris, Minister of State for International Cooperation Reem bint Ebrahim Al Hashimy told CNN anchor Becky Anderson on Sunday. The Minister stressed that many of the loud sounds heard»»»

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Gulf News 43m

DIFC confirms remote operations, Ramadan hours unchanged

The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Authority has issued guidance to its community in light of ongoing regional uncertainties, urging residents, businesses, and clients to follow official instructions issued by the Dubai and UAE Government. Authorities advise individuals to remain indoo»»»

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Gulf News 43m

Where to see the Ramadan iftar cannons in Dubai

Dubai: Dubai Police’s mobile iftar cannon, Al Rahal, will head to Atlantis Hotel on Monday as part of its Ramadan tour across the emirate, giving residents and visitors an opportunity to experience one of the UAE’s most cherished traditions. The cannon will be stationed at Atlantis Hotel for two da»»»

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The Peninsula 45m

Qatar Airways warns of fraud attempts requesting for personal information

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Airways issues a statement on Sunday, March 1, regarding fraudulent accounts impersonating the airline to obtain personal information from the public. "We are aware of fraudulent accounts impersonating Qatar Airways and requesting personal information," Qatar Airways said in a po»»»

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Gulf News 47m

Tehran skyline darkens as Israeli strikes intensify

Dubai: Massive clouds of smoke rose over Tehran after a series of powerful explosions shook the Iranian capital, as Israel confirmed it had launched fresh strikes deep inside the city. The attack came a day after a joint US-Israeli operation reportedly killed Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Kha»»»

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Al Awsat 50m

Khamenei’s Killing ‘Defining Moment’ in Iran’s History, Says EU’s Kallas

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said Sunday that the killing of Iran's supreme leader Ali Khamenei in US-Israeli strikes was a defining moment in the country's history. "The death of Ali Khamenei is a defining moment in Iran's history. What comes next is uncertain. But there is now an open path»»»

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Al Awsat 50m

Putin Calls Khamenei Killing ‘Cynical Violation’ of ‘Morality and International Law’

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday slammed the United States and Israel's killing of Iran's supreme leader Ali Khamenei in as a "cynical violation" of morality and law. Tehran has stood by as one of Russia's closest allies throughout Moscow's Ukraine offensive and the Kremlin had earlier ca»»»

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Al Awsat 50m

Lebanon's Hezbollah Vows to 'Confront Aggression' of US, Israel

Lebanese militant group Hezbollah vowed Sunday to confront the United States and Israel over their strikes on the group's key backer Iran. "We will undertake our duty of confronting the aggression," Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem said in a statement, adding that his movement would not leave "the field»»»

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Kuna 50m

Saudi Arabia strongly condemns Iranآ’s blatant aggression against Oman

RIYADH, MARCH 1 (KUNA) -- The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia expressed on Sunday its strong condemnation and denunciation of Iranآ’s blatant aggression against the Sultanate of Oman and Iranآ’s flagrant violation of its sovereignty.The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirmed in a statement the Kingdomآ»»»

Kuna 50m

Israeli occupation to carry out intensive strikes on Tehran

RAMALLAH, March 1 (KUNA) -- Israeli occupation said Sunday that it will operate a continuous airlift to carry out intensive strikes on targets in Tehran.The occupation army said the air force carried out a new wave of strikes overnight on 30 military targets in western and central Iran.In a stateme»»»

Gulf News 1h

After Khamenei, who leads Iran and what’s next? The country enters a critical transition

Dubai: The death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei — without a formally designated successor — plunges the Islamic Republic into its most critical leadership transition since the 1979 revolution, raising urgent questions about internal stability and the risk of broader regional escala»»»

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Kuna 1h

Kuwait consulate in Jeddah urges nationals returning by land to contact officials

JEDDAH, March 1 (KUNA) - Kuwait's General Consulate in Jeddah called on citizens in Saudi Arabia's western area and wishing to return home via land to contact the consulate via the following numbers: (+966535571133) (+96522225504) (965159+) The consulate underlined in a statement necessity of adher»»»

Gulf News 1h

Ordering food in UAE today? Here is why deliveries may be slow

Dubai: Food delivery platforms across the UAE have begun warning customers of delays after heightened regional tensions. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Users placing orders on major platforms on Saturday encountered in-app alerts warning that delivery times could be l»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Jebel Jais temporarily closed as precaution amid US, Israel war with Iran

Ras Al Khaimah: As a precaution and in line with national guidance, Jebel Jais and all its attractions, activities, and restaurants will remain temporarily closed. Officials thanked the public for their understanding and cooperation during this period. Also In This Package Emirates suspends Dubai f»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

General Tax Authority warns of fraud attempts targeting the public in Qatar

Doha, Qatar: The General Tax Authority has issued a warning to the public about fraudsters, who may exploit the current circumstances in the country, by impersonating the Authority through phone calls, messages, and emails requesting data updates, payments, or personal and banking information. The »»»

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Al Manar 1h

Hezbollah’s Sheikh Qassem: We pledge to you, our Leader Khamenei, to remain unwavering on your path, the path of struggle and resistance, steadfast in confronting the forces of arrogance and oppression - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah’s Sheikh Qassem: We pledge to you, our Leader Khamenei, to remain unwavering on your path, the path of struggle and resistance, s»»»

Bulgarian News Agency 1h

Central Election Commission: No Problem with Voting Machines or Their Certification

There is no problem with the voting machines or their certification, Central Election Commission (CEC) Chair Kameliya Neykova told the Bulgarian National Radio on Sunday. The state has 12,837 voting machines. The warranty period has expired for some of them, but this does not mean they are not func»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

UK Says ‘Few People Will Mourn’ Iran’s Khamenei

UK Defense Secretary John Healey said Sunday that "few people will mourn" Ali Khamenei, in the British government's first public response to the Iranian supreme leader's death in US-Israeli strikes. "Iran and the regime he's led for so long, it's a source of evil, murdering its own citizens and spo»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Report: CIA Intel Guided Strikes That Killed Iran Supreme Leader

CIA intelligence indicating Ali Khamenei would attend a meeting of top Iranian officials helped guide strikes in a US and Israeli attack that killed Iran's supreme leader, the New York Times reported Sunday. Khamenei was killed in the strikes on capital Tehran, Iranian state media confirmed Sunday,»»»

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TAP 1h

Weather: High temperatures between 17 and 26 degrees

Tunis, March 1 (TAP) - Locally dense mist is expected in the morning, followed by passing clouds across the country.Winds will blow from the east, remaining light to moderate and becoming relatively stronger toward the end of the day, especially...»»»

BBC 1h

UK troops and civilians put at risk by Iran strikes, Healey says

The defence secretary has said protecting UK bases and civilians in the Middle East from "indiscriminate attacks" by Iran was his priority. John Healey told the BBC that "no-one will mourn" the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed on the first day of US and Israeli air str»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Alireza Arafi appointed to Iran’s Leadership Council :Al Jazeera

Doha, Qatar: Al Jazeera says Alireza Arafi, a cleric member of the Guardian Council, has been appointed as the jurist member of Iran’s Leadership Council. The body is tasked with fulfilling the ‌supreme leader’s role until the Assembly of Experts elects a new leader. Arafi will be part of the tempo»»»

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Kuna 1h

Iraq extends closure of its airspace until Monday noon

BAGHDAD, March 1 (KUNA) -- The Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority Sunday announced the extension of the closure of Iraqi airspace to all incoming, outgoing, and overflying aircraft for a period of 24 hours, ending at 12:00 PM Monday.The Civil Aviation Authority stated today that the closure is temporar»»»

Kuna 1h

Kuwait strongly condemns Iranian attacks on Oman

KUWAIT, March 1 (KUNA) - Kuwait's Foreign Ministry profoundly condemned Iranian attacks on Oman in a blatant violation of international law and United Nations' Charter.In a statement on Sunday, the Foreign Ministry affirmed Kuwait's solidarity with Oman and it's support to all measures it would tak»»»

Sputnik 1h

Ahmad Vahidi Appointed Commander of Iran's IRGC - Reports

TEHRAN (Sputnik) - The Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has appointed Ahmad Vahidi, who previously served as an advisor, to the position of commander, the Iranian news agency Khabar Online reported. Vahidi was appointed to replace Mohammad Pakpour, killed in a recent attack. On Marc»»»

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Gulf News 1h

US-Israel war on Iran: Latest update on UAE airlines flight suspensions

Dubai: UAE airlines have issued fresh updates this afternoon confirming extended flight suspensions due to multiple regional airspace closures. This is a rapidly evolving situation, and authorities have warned that schedules may change at short notice. Passengers are urged to follow official source»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Bahraini Air Defence Systems effectively intercept fresh wave of ballistic missiles and drones

Manama, Bahrain: The Bahrain National Communication Centre (NCC) confirmed that the air defence systems of the Bahrain Defence Force have successfully intercepted and destroyed Iranian ballistic missiles and drones targeting the Kingdom of Bahrain. In a statement, the Centre stated that the Bahrain»»»

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Al Manar 1h

Hezbollah’s Sheikh Qassem: Whatever the cost, we’ll not forsake the field of honor and resistance, nor will we relent in confronting the US tyranny and the Zionist aggression in defense of our land, our dignity, and our independent choices - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah’s Sheikh Qassem: Whatever the cost, we’ll not forsake the field of honor and resistance, nor will we relent in confronting the US»»»

Kuna 1h

Bahrain intercepts new wave of Iranian ballistic missile attacks

MANAMA, March 1 (KUNA) -- The National Communication Center of Bahrain announced Sunday that the kingdom's air defense missile systems effectively intercepted a new wave of hostile Iranian ballistic missiles and drones targeting Bahraini territory, successfully destroying them with high efficiency.»»»

Kuna 1h

Omani authorities report attack on oil tanker near Musandam

MUSCAT, March 1 (KUNA) - Omani Maritime Security Center has announced Sunday that the oil tanker SKYLIGHT, flagged to the Republic of Palau, was subjected to an attack approximately five nautical miles north of the port of Khasab in the Musandam Governorate.According to the Omani News, the entire c»»»

Sputnik 1h

Putin Sends Condolences to Iran Over Khamenei Killing — Kremlin

Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed deep condolences to Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian over the killing of Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and members of his family, Kremlin Spokesman Dmtry Peskov said. Putin said the assassination was carried out with a cynical disregard for human »»»

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