Bulgarian News Agency 8m

Supreme Judicial Council Prosecutors Chamber Declines to Designate New Acting Prosecutor General

Meeting on Wednesday, the Prosecutors Chamber of the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) voted unanimously to adopt a decision leaving without consideration a proposal by caretaker Deputy Prime Minister and Justice Minister Andrey Yankulov to designate a new acting prosecutor general replacing the incum»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 8m

Greece’s Patriot System Now Provides Air Defence across Bulgaria, Defence Minister Says

Caretaker Defence Minister Atanas Zapryanov said Wednesday that Greece’s Patriot air defence system is on duty, providing full coverage for Bulgaria. Zapryanov was speaking to journalists in Parliament after a meeting of the parliamentary Committee on Defence. On March 6, Zapryanov said that Greece»»»

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TAP 10m

Defence Minister conducts field visit to Sidi Yahya military base

Tunis, March 11 (TAP) – Minister of National Defence, Khaled Sehili, paid a field visit on Tuesday to the Sidi Yahya military base, where he inspected the functioning of its facilities and various units and reviewed the living conditions of the...»»»

MIA 11m

Bozhinovska: Interconnections key for energy security and stronger Europe

Skopje, 9 March 2026 (MIA) - Energy interconnections and modern energy grids are not only part of the region's green transition but also key for its energy security, competitiveness and integration with the European energy market, Minister of Energy, Mining and Mineral Resources Sanja Bozhinovska t»»»

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Sputnik 12m

Scott Ritter: Europe, Africa, and Mideast Within Reach of Israel’s Nuke-Armed Warplanes

Israel has never officially confirmed or denied that it possesses nuclear weapons, amid reports that the Jewish state could have between 100 and 200 nuclear warheads. “Israel could have up to 200 nuclear warheads,” Scott Ritter, former US Marine Corps intelligence officer, told Sputnik.They could b»»»

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TAP 15m

Insurance sector crosses TND 4 billion mark for first time in 2025

Tunis, March 11 (TAP) - The insurance sector in Tunisia achieved for the first time a record turnover of TND 4.255 billion in 2025, i.e. up 11.4% compared to 2024 (TND 3.819 billion), data published by the General Insurance Committee (French: CGA)...»»»

BBC 16m

Three ships in Strait of Hormuz hit by 'unknown projectiles'

Three cargo vessels have been hit by "unknown projectiles" in the Strait of Hormuz, maritime authorities say, as pressure intensifies on one of the world's most important shipping lanes. Traffic through the strait - a vital corridor for oil - has fallen sharply since Israel and the US attacked Iran»»»

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Gulf News 20m

War’s global shock: How Trump’s Iran gamble rattled the world in days

Dubai: What President Donald Trump described as a “brief disruption” is rapidly turning into something far larger, with the economic and strategic fallout of the Iran war spreading well beyond the battlefield. According to a New York Times analysis, the conflict, now nearing its second week, is alr»»»

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Al Manar 21m

Iranian Military Declares US-Israeli Economic, Banking Interests in Region are Targets

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has threatened to attack economic centers and banks related to United States and Israeli entities in the region after an attack on an Iranian bank, with the US-Israeli war on the Islamic Republic in its 12th day. A spokesperson for the Khatam Al-Anbiy»»»

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UPI 22m

Bolivia reveals new counternarcotics strategy - UPI.com

A member of Bolivia's Special Force for the Fight Against Drug Trafficking guards drugs seized in San Ramon in January. File Photo by Juan Carlos Torrejon/EPA March 11 (UPI) -- Bolivia presented the five pillars of its strategy to combat drug trafficking and transnational organized crime before the»»»

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UPI 22m

Cuban state pharmacy accused of dispensing expired HIV drugs - UPI.com

Patients living with HIV in Havana reported receiving expired antiretroviral medications at state pharmacies as the health system faces supply shortages and difficulties monitoring patients’ conditions. File Photo by Erensto Mastrascusa/EPA March 10 (UPI) -- Patients living with HIV in Havana repor»»»

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BBC 29m

EU and UK demand Israel stop surge in West Bank settler violence since Iran war

The European Union and United Kingdom have demanded that Israel halt a surge in violence by Jewish settlers against Palestinians in the Israeli-occupied West Bank that has taken place since the start of the country's war with Iran. Six Palestinians have been killed during attacks by settlers across»»»

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Novinite 30m

Bulgaria Cancels MiG-29 Engine Repair Tender

A public procurement procedure aimed at repairing up to ten engines for Bulgaria’s MiG-29 fighter jets has been cancelled after no companies submitted applications to participate. The decision was signed by acting Defense Minister Atanas Zapryanov and published in the Public Procurement Register. E»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 33m

Parliamentary Defence Committee Backs Amendments to State Budget Extension at First Reading

The parliamentary Committee on Defence on Wednesday backed at first reading amendments to the Act on Collecting Revenues and Incurring Expenditure in 2026 until the Adoption of the 2026 State Budget of the Republic of Bulgaria Act, more commonly referred to as the budget extension. Thirteen MPs vot»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 33m

Architecture, Construction Week Opens at Inter Expo Centre in Sofia

Architecture and Construction Week and three other exhibitions - ATEST Expo, Green Energy and BIM Expo - opened Wednesday at the Inter Expo Centre in Sofia. A total of 244 companies are participating in the exhibitions in 2026, representing over 600 global brands, said Inter Expo Centre Deputy Dire»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 33m

Parliament Approves Lobbying Activities Act at First Reading

Parliament approved at first reading a bill on transparency and integrity in governance, known as the Lobbying Activities Act, the Government press service said here Wednesday. The bill, introduced by former justice minister Georgi Georgiev of GERB-UDF and a group of MPs, passed with 95 votes in fa»»»

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24 News Agency 33m

Aluminum profiles and casting products plant launched in Kyrgyzstan - | 24.KG

A modern production line for aluminum profiles and casting products has been launched at Stilex LLC enterprise. The press service of the National Investment Agency under the President of the Kyrgyz Republic reported. The head of the agency, Ravshanbek Sabirov, visited the facility to review its pro»»»

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UPI 34m

Georgia special election to have runoff for Marjorie Taylor Greene's former House seat - UPI.com

1 of 2 | The office of former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., stands empty in the Rayburn House Office Building in Washington, D.C., after she vacated the office. The special election on Tuesday to replace her didn't have a clear winner. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo March 11 (U»»»

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The Peninsula 38m

Turkiye's Vice President meets Qatar's Ambassador

Ankara: Vice President of the Republic of Turkiye HE Dr. Cevdet Yilmaz met Wednesday with Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Turkiye HE Faisal bin Abdullah Al Hanzab. During the meeting, they discussed cooperation relations between the two countries.»»»

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Al Awsat 43m

Gold Eases as Firmer Dollar, Lingering Inflation Concerns Weigh

Gold prices edged lower on Wednesday, weighed down by an uptick in the US dollar and looming inflation concerns that boosted the likelihood of higher interest rates. Spot gold was down 0.3% at $5,177.50 per ounce, as of 9:18 a.m. ET (1318 GMT). US gold futures for April delivery fell 1.1% to $5,185»»»

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24 News Agency 45m

Journalist Altynai Arstanbekova detained in Bishkek - | 24.KG

Law enforcement authorities in Bishkek detained social media user and journalist Altynai Arstanbekova, sources reported. It is not yet officially known what specific charges have been brought against the journalist. Police have not provided detailed information about the nature of the investigation»»»

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Naharnet 46m

Raad urges 'real peace' in Lebanon, not 'surrender imposed by enemy'

The head of Hezbollah's parliamentary bloc, and reportedly the group's deputy chief, MP Mohammad Raad, has said that his party wants "real peace" in Lebanon and not a "surrender" imposed by Israel, calling on the government to take Hezbollah's stances into consideration. "Despite the government's a»»»

The Peninsula 50m

France says 20,000 citizens repatriated from Middle East

Paris, France: Nearly 20,000 French nationals have been repatriated from the Middle East since the conflict erupted on February 28, government spokeswoman Maud Bregeon said Wednesday. The evacuation efforts are ongoing as some 400,000 French citizens lived in or were visiting countries in the Gulf »»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 57m

TISP Urges Bulgarians to Use Paper Ballots in Elections

There Is Such a People (TISP), formerly part of the GERB-led government coalition, Wednesday urged Bulgarians to use paper ballots in the April 19 snap parliamentary elections. "We have suspicions about the voting machines, Bulgarian people who don't want to have their vote stolen, should better vo»»»

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24 News Agency 57m

Video cameras on Bishkek—Osh road to become operational in April - | 24.KG

In April, as part of Safe Country project, video surveillance cameras will become fully operational on the Bishkek — Osh road. Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs Oktyabr Urmanbetov announced at a meeting of the Zhogorku Kenesh. According to him, the Ministry of Internal Affairs, together with the »»»

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Sana 57m

U.S. Envoy Welcomes Reactivation of Syrian Central Bank Account at New York Fed

Washington, March 11 (SANA) U.S. Special Envoy for Syria Tom Barrack on Wednesday welcomed the reactivation of the Syrian Central Bank’s account at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, calling the move a step toward renewed financial coordination between Damascus and Washington. Barrack hailed the»»»

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Al Manar 58m

Israeli Army Admits Defense Failure after Hezbollah Precision Strike on Satellite Hub - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli Army Admits Defense Failure after Hezbollah Precision Strike on Satellite Hub 11-03-2026 15:44 PM Screen capture of Hezbollah missi»»»

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UPI 59m

Ship ablaze in Strait of Hormuz, 2 other cargo vessels attacked nearby - UPI.com

Three cargo ships reported being attacked by unknown projectiles in or near the Strait of Hormuz, an historic flashpoint in Iran's relations with the West illustated by this view of Iranian navy speed boats conducting military exercises in the Sea of Oman off southern Iran in 2011. Photo by Ali Moh»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Dubai Police, UAE food bank distribute thousands of iftar meals to workers

Dubai: Dubai Police, represented by the General Department of Human Rights, has joined hands with the UAE Food Bank to distribute thousands of Iftar meals to workers in Al Quoz Industrial Area as part of a humanitarian initiative during the holy month of Ramadan. The initiative aims to promote comp»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Prime Minister chairs Cabinet meeting, praises Armed Forces’ readiness amid regional escalation

Doha, Qatar: The Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani chaired the Cabinet's regular meeting on Wednesday at the Amiri Diwan. Following the meeting, Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs HE Ibrahim bin Ali Al Mo»»»

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TAP 1h

Tunindex closes Wednesdays session up 1.45%

Tunis, March 11 (TAP) - Tunindex closed Wednesday's session up 1.45% to 15,268.18 points with a high volume of TND 9.2 million, said broker Tunisie Valeurs. SOTRAPIL shares were the best performers after rising by 5.3% to TND 26.490, generating a...»»»

Gulf News 1h

The true cost of the Iran war: Beyond bombs and missiles

The war with Iran is already costing the United States and its allies billions of dollars in military operations — and that may only be the beginning. According to estimates compiled by think tanks cited by CNN, the conflict is currently costing about $891.4 million a day, as American forces deploy»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 1h

Electronic Governance Minister and CC-DB Coalition Face Accusations of Enabling Election Interference

After Central Election Commission (CEC) members and the caretaker Minister of Electronic Governance, George Sharkov, were given a parliamentary hearing on Wednesday, lawmakers commented on what they heard from them about the preparations for the early parliamentary elections on April 19. Georgi Kra»»»

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Al Manar 1h

Hezbollah’s Islamic Resistance fighters targeted the newly established Blat Israeli site in southern Lebanon with artillery shells: Military Media statement no. 7 - 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 Islamic Resistance fighters targeted the newly established Blat Israeli site in southern Lebanon with artillery shells: Militar»»»

Gulf News 1h

UAE draft law proposes tougher penalties for vaccination neglect

Dubai: A draft law on combating communicable diseases approved by the Federal National Council proposes tougher penalties, including prison terms and fines of up to Dh100,000, for violations related to the spread and reporting of infectious diseases. Under the proposed legislation, anyone who knowi»»»

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Sputnik 1h

Russia's MFA: Ukraine Trying to Undermine Peace Process by Attacking Bryansk

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Ukraine and its Western partners are attempting to disrupt the peace process in Ukraine and escalate hostilities by attacking the Russian city of Bryansk, the Russian Foreign Ministry said on Wednesday. "We also note that the use of UK weapons systems is occurring against the bac»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Germany, Austria will Release Reserve Oil in Effort to Calm Surging Prices

Germany and Austria said Wednesday they are releasing parts of their oil reserves following an International Energy Agency request for members to release a record 400 million barrels to help temper energy price spikes due to the Iran war. Japan also said it will release some of its reserves startin»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Amir receives telephone call from Prime Minister of Sweden

Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani received a telephone call today from HE Ulf Kristersson, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Sweden. At the beginning of the call, the Swedish Prime Minister expressed his country's solidarity with the State of Qatar in the face of the continued»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Watch video: Police seal White House area after van crash

Dubai: Security forces sealed off areas around the White House in Washington after a van crashed into a security barricade near Lafayette Square during the morning rush hour. Police said the vehicle struck a gate along 16th Street, prompting an immediate security response and temporary shutdown of »»»

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Gulf News 1h

Iranian claims of targeting US bases in Gulf are false: Dr Anwar Gargash

Dubai: Dr Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President, said the Iranian regime is misleading the international community by claiming it is targeting US military bases in the Gulf region, stressing that the scale and pattern of missile and drone launches indicate that civilian infrastruct»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Ramadan Nights 2026 in Sharjah: What you should not miss

Dubai: The 43rd edition of the Ramadan Nights exhibition has opened at Expo Centre Sharjah, bringing together shopping deals, cultural experiences, and family-friendly entertainment during the holy month. Organised by Expo Centre Sharjah with the support of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Indus»»»

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TAP 1h

Tunisia to partake in 3rd Quebec Francophonie Business Meetings

Tunis, March 11 (TAP) - Tunisia will take part in the 3rd Quebec Francophonie Business Meetings (RVAFQ), scheduled for May 20- 21 in Canada. The Export Promotion Centre (French: CEPEX) is actively preparing for this strategic participation, which...»»»

Al Awsat 1h

Shrapnel from Bombing Kills Woman in Iraq

Shrapnel killed a woman following a strike on an arms depot belonging to an Iran-backed armed group in Iraq, health and security officials told AFP. A security source said "a bombing targeted an arms depot at a military base", which mainly hosts the powerful Asaib Ahl al-Haq group, near the town of»»»

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Kathimerini 1h

EU Commission opens infringement procedure against Greece over air pollution plan

The European Commission has launched an infringement procedure against Greece for failing to update its national air pollution control program as required under EU law. The Commission said it has sent a letter of formal notice to Greece for not submitting an updated plan under the National Emission»»»

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DW 1h

Germany debates return to nuclear energy

PoliticsGermanyGermany debates return to nuclear energy Jens ThurauWill new nuclear power plants be built across Europe? EU Commission President von der Leyen is in favor. German Chancellor Merz says it's impossible. https://p.dw.com/p/5AAU7Germany has decommissioned its nuclear power plantsImage: »»»

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Al Manar 1h

Iran’s IRGC announces start of 39th wave of op. True Promise 4 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Iran’s IRGC announces start of 39th wave of op. True Promise 4 11-03-2026 14:49 PM Latest News Urgent News Massive funeral procession under»»»

Novinite 1h

Nearly 25% of Bulgarians Have Tried Quick Loans, Study Shows

A recent study by the Association for Responsible Non-Banking Lending (AONK) shows that nearly a quarter of Bulgarians have used quick loans at least once in their lives. The findings were presented by the organization’s chairman, attorney Nikolay Tsvetkov. The research indicates that most borrower»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Ramadan in Sharjah: 600 volunteers distribute 30,000 Iftar meals every day

More than 600 volunteers affiliated with the Sharjah Charity International compete daily in serving fasting individuals across 129 Iftar sites and tents distributed throughout the emirate. The initiative is part of the “Iftar for a Fasting Person” project, implemented by the association during the »»»

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