UK's RAF fighter jets down drones heading towards Jordan, Bahrain as part of 'defensive air sorties'
In a swift defensive action amid rising tensions in the Middle East, Royal Air Force (RAF) Typhoon fighter jets successfully neutralised two unmanned aerial threats overnight, protecting key allies in the region. The British Ministry of Defence (MoD) confirmed that one uncrewed aerial system (UAS) »»»
Alexander Butterfield, Nixon assistant who confirmed Watergate tapes, dies at 99 - UPI.com
Alexander Butterfield, the aide to former President Richard Nixon who revealed a secret taping system that proved Nixon had been intimately involved in a break-in at the Democratic Party headquarters in 1972 at the Watergate in Washington, D.C., died Monday at age 99. The infamous building is seen »»»
Islamic Resistance fighters target Misgav Am settlement with a missile salvo: Statement 24 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Saudi, Italian foreign ministers discuss regional tensions
Riyadh, March 10 (SANA) Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud held a telephone conversation with Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani to address regional developments and security concerns According to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) The ministers stressed the need to reduce tensi»»»
High-profile real estate brothers convicted in sex trafficking case
Two famous brothers who worked as real estate brokers have been convicted of drugging and raping dozens of women over the course of decades. Tal Alexander, 39, and Oren Alexander, 38, rose to prominence from their sales of luxury real-estate properties in New York and Miami. Along with a third brot»»»
Powerful explosion, jets heard overhead in Tehran: AFP journalists
AFP journalists reported a powerful explosion in the Iranian capital just after midnight local time on Tuesday at the same time as aircraft were heard overhead. Several journalists dispersed across the city reported the blast, which was felt from many kilometres away. They also reported several exp»»»
ONSR urges road users to exercise utmost caution due to expected weather disturbances
Tunis, March 9 (TAP) - The National Road Safety Observatory issued a warning statement on Monday evening urging all drivers and road users to exercise the utmost caution starting tonight (March 9, 2026) and throughout the coming night due to...»»»
Qatar supports children affected by armed conflicts
QNA Geneva Qatar has underscored that it gives importance to children affected by armed conflicts by providing various kinds of support, recalling that Doha hosted several children who were separated from their parents due to war and were fully taken care of, alongside helping reunite several confl»»»
Qatar Charity and Hormuud Salaam hold World Orphan Day programme
Tribune News Network Doha With the participation of the Somali prime minister and hundreds of orphans, Qatar Charity (QC) and the Hormuud Salaam Foundation celebrated World Orphan Day in the Somali capital, Mogadishu. The event, which takes place annually on the 15th of Ramadan, was held under the »»»
Qatar Charity urges int’l supportfor victims of ‘Forgotten Crises’
Tribune News Network Doha As part of its ongoing Ramadan campaign ‘Good Starts With You’, Qatar Charity (QC) has launched the ‘Forgotten Crises’ initiative, calling on benevolent donors to support people affected by protracted humanitarian crises during the last ten days of the Holy Month of Ramada»»»
US says it struck more than 5,000 targets in 10 days of Iran war
The United States struck more than 5,000 targets during the first 10 days of the Iran war, the US military said on Monday. Among the targets were more than 50 Iranian vessels, US Central Command -- which is responsible for American forces in the region -- said in a fact sheet. Other targets include»»»
Qatar participates in GCC Information Ministers extraordinary meeting
Doha: The State of Qatar participated in the extraordinary meeting of Their Excellencies the GCC Ministers of Information, which was held on Monday via video conference. HE Chairman of Qatar Media Corporation Sheikh Hamad bin Thamer Al-Thani represented the State of Qatar at the meeting, with the p»»»
Virtual Reality enhances pre-medical education at WCM-Q
Tribune News Network Doha Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar (WCM-Q) has announced the publication a new peer-reviewed paper which analyses the efficacy of using virtual reality (VR) technology to enhance learning outcomes in its pre-medical curriculum. The study, titled ‘Immersive virtual reality for te»»»
Ooredoo AGM approves QR0.75 per share dividend as profit surpasses $1 billion
Tribune News Network Doha Shareholders of Ooredoo approved a cash dividend of QR0.75 per share during the company’s Annual General Meeting (AGM), where the telecom group also reported strong financial performance and continued strategic progress during 2025. During the meeting, shareholders discuss»»»
PM welcomes European Union’s call for de-escalation
The PM also welcomed the European Union’s statement calling for de-escalation and reaffirming the bloc’s commitment to protecting regional security, global energy stability and freedom of navigation in international waterways. He warned that the current escalation poses serious risks not only to th»»»
Qatar Press Centre condemns killing of Qatar Radio correspondent in Gaza
Tribune News Network Doha The Qatar Press Centre (QPC) has strongly condemned, in the harshest terms and with the strongest expressions of denunciation, the killing of journalist Amal Shamali, a correspondent for Qatar Radio, who was killed at dawn on Monday following a treacherous airstrike that t»»»
PHCC enhances national workforce growth with academic partnerships
By Dr. Najat Alyafei As part of the Primary Health Care Corporation’s (PHCC) commitment to supporting health education and strengthening national capacity in preventive care, the Oral Health Promotion and Prevention Department in the Preventative Health Directorate, in collaboration with the Academ»»»
Arab Union of AI and Programmingnames Dr. Bader Al-Hajri as president
Tribune News Network Doha The Arab Union for Artificial Intelligence and Programming has announced the appointment of Dr. Bader bin Dulaim Al-Fuhaid Al-Hajri as its president, during an extraordinary Board of Directors meeting attended by representatives of member states. This step reflects the Uni»»»
Traffic directorate seizes 39 vehicles for noise violations
QNA Doha The Ministry of Interior (MoI), represented by the General Directorate of Traffic, has seized 39 violating vehicles that were emitting loud and disturbing noises while driving on the roads. Their drivers were apprehended and referred to the competent authorities in accordance with the proc»»»
Al Jazeera English wins RTS Award for Breaking News
Tribune News Network Doha Al Jazeera English has won the 2026 RTS Television Journalism Award for Breaking News for its coverage of the fall of the Assad regime in Syria. At a gala event in London on March 4, judges from the Royal Television Society praised the broadcaster for its “visually distinc»»»
Adhere to safety guidelines on receiving precautionary alerts, MoI urges shoppers
QNA Doha The Ministry of Interior (MoI) urged visitors to markets and shopping malls to adhere to a set of safety guidelines in the event of receiving precautionary alerts or national warning messages, stressing the importance of awareness and proper behaviour to maintain everyone’s safety. In apub»»»
MoPH issues guidelines for dealing with current situation
QNA Doha The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) emphasised the importance of promoting mental health in light of the current situation by following a number of guidelines or seeking psychological support when needed. Through a set of psychological guidelines, the ministry said that feelings of fear, »»»
Eid Al Fitr expected to begin on Friday, March 20
Visibility of the crescent on Thursday varies globally, with telescope sightings possible in some regions Countries that began the holy month of Ramadan on Wednesday, February 18, will attempt to sight the Eid crescent on Wednesday, March 18. Dubai: The International Astronomy Centre has said that »»»
Islamic Resistance fighters target a gathering of soldiers and military vehicles at the Israeli occupation site of Al-Abbad off Houla border town with a missile salvo: Statement 22 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Daily multivitamin may slow biological aging, study shows - UPI.com
A daily multivitamin may help slow biological aging, based on a study of people who took them for two years and whose DNA showed fewer changes over time than people who did not take the vitamins. Photo by Lawrence Looi UK & Ireland Out/EPA March 9 (UPI) -- A daily multivitamin may slow biological a»»»
UAE President, Mohammed bin Rashid discuss national affairs during meeting in Dubai
DUBAI: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today met with His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai. During the meeting, at Al Marmoom in Dubai, Their Highnesses exchanged cordial conversations and prayed to God t»»»
Hezbollah Lawyers’ Assembly: Arresting and Trying Resistance Fighters Comprise High Treason
Hezbollah Lawyers’ Assembly issued a statement to respond to the arrest and trial of several heroes of the resistance before the Military Court, which issued fines for possessing unlicensed weapons, affirming the following: The act of resisting external aggression, occupying forces, and possessing »»»
Amir receives phone call from Prime Minister of Canada
Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani received a telephone call on Monday from the Prime Minister of Canada HE Dr. Mark Carney. During the call, HE the Prime Minister expressed his country's condemnation of the continued Iranian aggression against the State of Qatar and other cou»»»
Amir, Canadian PM stress importance of de-escalation, intensifying efforts to contain crisis
DOHA: His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani received a phone call from Prime Minister of Canada HE Dr Mark Carney. During the conversation, the prime minister voiced Canada's condemnation of the continued blatant Iranian aggression against the State of Qatar an»»»
Trump says Iran war will be 'short-term excursion'
President Donald Trump said Monday that the war against Iran would be a "short-term excursion," while insisting that the United States and Israel "haven't won enough" against Tehran. Trump's comments at a gathering of congressional Republicans at his golf club in Doral, Florida cast further uncerta»»»
EU Parliament president warns of impact of Iranian attacks on global energy security
Strasbourg, March 10 (SANA) – European Parliament President Roberta Metsola condemned Iranian attacks targeting Gulf countries, describing them as “flagrant” and warning of their serious repercussions on global energy security. Speaking at the opening of the European Parliament’s March plenary sess»»»
Trump says war on a Iran could be ‘short-term excursion’
Doha, Qatar: President Donald Trump says the US-Israel war on Iran could be a “short-term excursion,” Al Jazeera reported. He made the remarks at a Republican gathering in Doral, Florida. In an earlier interview with CBS, Trump said: “I think the war is very complete, pretty much. They have no navy»»»
Lebanon asks U.S. for help in direct peace talks with Israel to end fighting – Ya Libnan
Share: The Lebanese government proposed direct negotiations with Israel — through the Trump administration — aimed at ending the war and reaching a peace agreement, according to five sources with knowledge of the matter. Both the U.S. and Israeli responses were cool and deeply skeptical, the source»»»
Islamic Resistance fighters target the Israeli occupation site of Menara off Houla border town with a missile salvo: Statement 21 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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MP Raad: Israeli Enemy Benefited from Lebanese Government Listlessness, Hezbollah Will Fight to Defend Nation
MP Mohammad Raad, Head of the Loyalty to the Resistance Bloc, addressed the Lebanese people, saying that for a year and five months, the resistance had fully adhered to the ceasefire against the enemy, implementing an agreement made by the Lebanese state with the Zionist enemy after indirect negoti»»»
The Kaja Kallases and Ursula von der Leyens of the West are traitors to feminism
International Women’s Day used to come with a certain esthetic. A celebration of past victories and a look ahead to new hopes and challenges. But this year, the vibe is women on social media, claiming Iranian heritage, dancing in celebration of US and Israeli airstrikes on Iran, even as reports cir»»»
Islamic Resistance fighters target the Israeli occupation site of Al-Abbad off Houla border town with a missile salvo: Statement 20 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Qatar Airways announces more flights to and from Doha
DOHA: Qatar Airways has announced a limited flight schedule for the coming days after receiving temporary authorisation from the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority confirming restricted operating corridors. The airline said the flights are intended to support passengers affected by the current disrupti»»»
Oil for over $100 a barrel ‘very small price to pay’ for Iran war – Trump
The surge in oil prices will not stop the US from waging its war on Iran, President Donald Trump has said, after Brent shot past $100 per barrel on Sunday, marking the biggest daily gain since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020. In response to the US and Israeli airstrikes, Iran has closed »»»
Raad says Hezbollah has no choice but 'resistance', self-defense
The head of Hezbollah's parliamentary bloc Mohammad Raad vowed to continue fighting Israel "whatever the cost," on Monday, in remarks broadcast by Hezbollah's Al-Manar TV. Defending his party, and blasting the Lebanese government, Raad said the group's goal is to "to drive the enemy out of our occu»»»
EU signals readiness to strengthen protection of international shipping routes
Brussels, March 9 (SANA) – The European Union on Monday signaled its readiness to expand maritime operations in the Middle East to help safeguard international shipping routes amid rising regional tensions. According to AFP, European Council President António Costa and European Commission President»»»
Syria extends condolences to UAE over death of two armed forces members
Damascus, Mar.9 (SANA) The Syrian Arab Republic extended its sincere condolences to the United Arab Emirates following a painful incident that resulted in the death of two members of the UAE Armed Forces after a helicopter crashed due to a technical malfunction. In a statement, the Ministry of Fore»»»
Experts Discuss Gambling Advertising Restrictions and Risks for Young People
Experts, representatives of institutions and civil society organizations discussed on Monday the effectiveness of restrictions on gambling advertising and the impact of online betting on young people. The event was organized by Democrats for Strong Bulgaria (DSB). The discussion was related by a ca»»»
Five arrested for violating drone ban in Qatar
DOHA: Authorities at the Ministry of Interior have arrested five individuals for violating the ministry’s directive prohibiting the use or operation of unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) in various regions of the country under the current conditions. The individuals have been referred to the compete»»»
Why the UAE can withstand shocks from escalating Iran–US conflict: 6 reasons
Dubai: A fresh assessment from S&P Global Ratings highlights the structural strengths that help shield the UAE economy from geopolitical shocks. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The agency says the UAE’s large fiscal and external buffers provide space for policy maneuve»»»
MoI arrests five for violating directive prohibiting operating drones
Doha, Qatar: The relevant authorities at the Ministry of Interior announced that they have arrested five individuals for violating the Ministry of Interior's directive concerning the prohibition of the use or operation of unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) in various regions of the country under the»»»
Your safety alert will sound a bit different, says UAE's NCEMA
The National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority announced on March 9 that the National Early Warning System Sound alerts will be changed. However, the system will remain fully operational to ensure public security. Stay updated: Get the latest faster by downloading the Gulf News app»»»
Germany warns of rising energy prices, Croatia caps fuel costs
Berlin–Zagreb, March 9 (SANA) – German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Monday voiced concern over rising energy prices amid the ongoing Middle East conflict, warning of potential repercussions for the German economy. Speaking at a press conference in Berlin, Merz said Germany is working to strengthen »»»
NATO intercepts second Iranian missile over Turkey - UPI.com
Medical professionals protested outside Gandhi Hospital, which was damaged in an airstrike earlier this week, in Tehran, Iran, Saturday. On Monday, NATO intercepted a second Iranian missile in Turkish airspace. Photo by UPI | License Photo March 9 (UPI) -- NATO shot down a second Iranian missile in»»»
Live Nation reaches settlement in US monopoly case
Live Nation, the concert giant that includes Ticketmaster, has reached a tentative settlement with the US Justice Department in an anti-trust case targeting its dominance of the live events industry. The case was triggered by the chaotic ticket sale for Taylor Swift's Eras tour, which prompted the »»»