Betting on Peace: Pakistan's Bold Bid to Become Negotiating Stage for US-Iran Dialogue
Amid rising Middle East tensions, Pakistan’s PM Shehbaz Sharif has offered Islamabad as a neutral venue for US–Iran talks, a move experts say reflects strategic positioning rather than a simple diplomatic gesture. Dr. Maria Sultan, an adviser to Pakistan's Ministry of Defense, explained in an inter»»»
Alaan launches ‘Alaan Sawa’, pledging Dh3M for utility, telecom bills for UAE SMEs
Alaan, UAE-born corporate card and spend management platform, today announced the launch of ‘Alaan Sawa: Better together’, an initiative created to support UAE SME businesses. The initiative will support up to 1,000 businesses across the UAE, with a total commitment of Dh3 million in benefits. As b»»»
Hatta alert: Avoid valleys and water streams during heavy rain
Dubai: Motorists and visitors in Hatta have been urged to stay away from water streams and avoid hiking during unstable weather, as police ramp up patrols across valleys and mountainous area. Brigadier Mubarak bin Mubarak Al Ketbi, Director of Hatta Police Station, said patrols have been deployed a»»»
Weather temporarily cloudy on Thursday, temperatures down in north
Tunis, March 26 (TAP)- The weather on Thursday is temporarily cloudy in most regions, densely cloudy in the north with scattered showers which are expected to move to the south overnight. The wind is blowing north in the north and the midland...»»»
Police officers attacked with ax while carrying out involuntary committment order
An Athens police officer was injured on Thursday in an ax attack by a man reportedly suffering from mental illness. The incident took place after two officers were dispatched to the man’s residence on Rostoviou Street in the central Ampelokipi district to carry out a court-mandated involuntary psyc»»»
Iran wants Lebanon included in any ceasefire, sources say – Ya Libnan
Share: FILE- Hezbollah and Iranian Revolutionary guard (IRGC) flags . Both bare a hand holding up a rifle and a globe. IRGC operatives fired the first rockets at Israel on March 2 , 2026 and Hezbollah is now being commanded by IRGC according to Lebanese PM . Lebanon decided the Iranian ambassador f»»»
UAE set for 6-day Eid Al Adha break as holiday dates near
Dubai: One of the UAE’s most anticipated public holidays is approaching, with residents set to enjoy an extended break for Eid Al Adha in 2026, offering one of the longest holiday periods of the year and a peak time for travel, family gatherings and leisure activities. Eid Al Adha, the second of Is»»»
Weather temporzrily cloudy on Thursday, temperatures down in north
Tunis, March 26 (TAP)- The weather on Thursday is temporarily cloudy in most regions, densely cloudy in the north with scattered showers which are expected to move to the south overnight. The wind is blowing north in the north and the midland...»»»
President Iotova Pays Tribute to Awakeners, Revolutionaries in Address on Day of Thrace
In an address on the Day of Thrace, President Iliana Iotova paid tribute to generations of awakeners and revolutionaries, the Siege of Adrianople and the victorious Bulgarian arm, the President's press secretariat said on Thursday. Iotova said: "We relive the terrible summer of 1913 and the upheava»»»
One in Two Bulgarians Lives with Untreated or Uncontrolled High Blood Pressure
One in two Bulgarians lives with untreated or uncontrolled high blood pressure, Prof. Kiril Karamfilov, head of the Cardiology Clinic at Alexandrovska Hospital and chairman of the Society of Cardiologists in Bulgaria, said here Thursday. He was speaking at a press conference at the National Press C»»»
Lebanon: Hezbollah Claims Targeting 10 Israeli Merkava Tanks
Lebanon's Iran-aligned Hezbollah group said Thursday that it struck10 Israeli Merkava tanks in three southern towns along the border. In a series of separate statements, Hezbollah said that its members targeted the advanced Israeli tanks with guided missiles in the towns of Deir Siryan, Debel, and »»»
Vucic, Wadephul discuss Serbia-Germany bilateral relations, Serbia's EU path
BELGRADE - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic spoke with German FM Johann Wadephul on Wednesday evening about Serbia-Germany bilateral relations and Serbia's EU path. In a post on his buducnostsrbijeav Instagram profile, Vucic noted that the discussion with Wadephul had been good and substantial. "»»»
IRGC Launches 82nd Wave of Strikes on US-Israeli Assets with Drones, Missiles - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Islamic Resistance fighters targeted a gathering of sraeli soldiers in Raq Naqoura site with a barrage of rockets: Hezbollah Military Media statement no. 29 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Islamic Resistance fighters targeted a gathering of sraeli soldiers in Raq Naqoura site with a barrage of rockets: Hezbollah Military Media»»»
Airport Show 2026 now set for October in Dubai
Dubai: Dubai’s Airport Show will now take place in October instead of May, with organisers shifting the dates to give the aviation industry more certainty and flexibility in planning. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The event, which was scheduled for May 12 to 14, will»»»
Southeast Asia revisits nuclear power plans for AI data centres
Bangkok: Nuclear power is getting a second look in Southeast Asia as countries prepare to meet surging energy demand as they vie for artificial intelligence-focused data centres. Several Southeast Asian nations are reviving mothballed nuclear plans and setting ambitious targets and nearly half of t»»»
UK Suffers OECD's Biggest Growth Downgrade as Iran War Pushes Up Energy Costs
Britain's economic growth prospects this year received the sharpest downgrade of any major economy in the OECD's interim forecast update on Thursday following the US-Israeli war on Iran, while inflation is set to rise faster too. The Paris-based international body cut its 2026 forecast for Britis»»»
Deputy Prime Minister meets EU Special Representative for Gulf Region
Doha, Qatar: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defense Affairs, HE Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman bin Hassan Al-Thani, met with HE Luigi Di Maio, the European Union Special Representative for the Gulf region, during his visit to the State of Qatar. During the meeting, the two sides revi»»»
Kyrgyzstan's permanent population exceeds 7.4 million - | 24.KG
Kyrgyzstan’s permanent population increased by 9,200 people, or 0.1 percent, in January of this year, reaching 7,413 million as of February 1. A report by the National Statistical Committee says. According to the report, Bishkek’s population as of February 1 was 1,360.6 million, while Osh’s populat»»»
Fuel Shock in Bulgaria: Diesel Prices Skyrocket Nearly 30% in One Month
Fuel prices in Bulgaria have recorded a sharp upward movement over the past month, with diesel showing the most significant increase, according to data from the Fuelo platform. The overall trend points to steady weekly and monthly growth across most fuel types, with only minor exceptions. The most »»»
UAE updates university evaluation framework to focus on outcomes, AI readiness
The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) has released an updated edition of its Outcome-Based Evaluation Framework (OBEF) University Guidebook, reinforcing a strategic shift toward performance measurement rooted in outcomes, skills acquisition, and real-world impact. The en»»»
Media Review: March 26
Thursday’s news coverage spans a wide range of topics, with fuel prices emerging as a central theme across television programmes. Speaking on Bulgarian National Television, Atanas Katsarchev, Chief Economist of the Podkrepa Confederation of Labour, and Vassil Velev, Chairman of the Governing Board »»»
Africa’s solar explosion: 10 countries smashing records
Amid energy lockdowns from Australia and Bangladesh to New Zealand and Slovenia — the war-induced oil crunch is imposing travel limits on an unprecedented scale. Result: Reduced workweeks, exposing the downside of a fossil-dependent planet. It's all "temporary", or at least until Hormuz Strait gets»»»
Gold Drops More than 1% as Markets Assess Mideast Ceasefire Prospects
Gold prices fell on Thursday, weighed down by increased expectations of US Federal Reserve rate hikes this year as elevated oil prices stoked inflation worries, with investors awaiting clarity on Middle East de-escalation efforts. Spot gold fell 1.2% to $4,451.47 per ounce by 0811 GMT. US gold futu»»»
Israel Reportedly Took Iran's Araghchi, Qalibaf Off Hit List after Pakistan Request to US
Israel took Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Parliamentary Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf off its hit list after Pakistan requested that Washington not target them, a Pakistani source with knowledge of the discussions told Reuters on Thursday. "The Israelis had their coordinates and want»»»
Islamic Resistance fighters targeted the Tifn base east of the occupied city of Acre with a squadron of attack drones: Hezbollah Military Media statement no. 27 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Islamic Resistance fighters targeted the Tifn base east of the occupied city of Acre with a squadron of attack drones: Hezbollah Military M»»»
“Iran Has Upper Hand, Washington Lost the Initiative”: Ex-Head of UK’s M16 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe “Iran Has Upper Hand, Washington Lost the Initiative”: Ex-Head of UK’s M16 26-03-2026 11:42 AM Former MI6 chief Sir Alex Younger in an inte»»»
Not a cyclone: UAE weather system explained as heavy rain continues
Dubai: The UAE’s National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has stressed that the current weather system affecting the country cannot be classified or described as a cyclone, as heavy rains continued across several areas during the final phase of the unstable conditions. As the low-pressure system enters»»»
Lost or found a vehicle plate in Dubai amid rain? Here’s how to report it
Dubai Police have made it easy to report lost or found vehicle plates, even during rainy weather. Drivers can submit a lost item report and request a Lost Certificate, or file a found item report, quickly through the Dubai Police app on iOS and Android. Stay updated: Get the latest faster by downlo»»»
Defence minister inspects Kuwait International Airport after drone strike on fuel tanks
Kuwait’s Minister of Defense Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah conducted an inspection visit to Kuwait International Airport on Thursday morning following a drone attack that targeted aircraft refuelling tanks, causing a fire at one of the airport’s vital facilities. In a statement, th»»»
Oil Climbs and Equities Sink amid Mixed Messages on 'Talks'
Oil prices jumped and equities fell Thursday as investors tracked developments in the Middle East amid hopes that US and Iranian officials will bring an end to a conflict that has ramped up fears of an unprecedented global energy crisis. Markets have been buoyed since late Monday after Donald Trump»»»
Indians panic-buying fuel despite government assurances
Ahmedabad, India: India's government says there are adequate fuel stocks despite shortages due to the Middle East war, but panicking citizens have triggered long queues at filling stations. In retaliation for US strikes that began more than three weeks ago, Iran has virtually closed the strategic S»»»
Bishkek leads in number of crimes against women and children - | 24.KG
The situation regarding child safety in Kyrgyzstan remains critical at the start of 2026. As a result of criminal acts in January and February, 13 minors were killed and another 55 sustained injuries. Report by the National Statistical Committee says, citing data from the Prosecutor General’s Offic»»»
Russian Forces Liberate Shevyakovka Settlement in Kharkov Region - MoD
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The Russian armed forces have liberated the settlement of Shevyakovka in the Kharkov region, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Thursday. "As a result of active and decisive actions, Battlegroup Sever established control over the settlement of Shevyakovka in the Kharkov region,»»»
Dubai moves up in global financial rankings
Dubai: Dubai has reached its highest-ever position in the Global Financial Centres Index, climbing to seventh place worldwide and reinforcing its standing among the world’s leading financial hubs. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The latest ranking places Dubai alongsid»»»
Iran says 'no negotiations' as US warns to accept 15-point deal
U.S. President Donald Trump is ready to "unleash hell" if Iran does not accept a deal to end the nearly four-week Middle East war, the White House warned Wednesday, but a defiant Tehran said it did not intend to negotiate. The ramped-up rhetoric dashed hopes of any imminent de-escalation as violenc»»»
At Least 28 Civilians Killed in Sudan Drone Strikes
Two drone strikes in Sudan, one at a market in Darfur and the other along a road in Kordofan, killed at least 28 civilians, health workers told AFP Thursday. The three-year war between Sudan's army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has seen a recent uptick in near-daily drone strikes that kill doz»»»
Bracing for impact: Why the Philippines is preparing early for an oil shock
Dubai: The Philippines’ declaration of a national energy emergency is not a reaction to an immediate crisis, but a calculated move to get ahead of one. By signing Executive Order (EO) 110, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has acknowledged a hard truth facing many import-dependent economies and that i»»»
Reports: Trump admin. again seeks to prosecute NY AG Letitia James - UPI.com
The Trump administration is again seeking to prosecute Letitia James, attorney general of New York, after failing to do so several times last year. File Photo by Derek French/UPI | License Photo March 26 (UPI) -- The Trump administration is again seeking to prosecute New York Attorney General Letit»»»
Germany Does Not Want to Be Involved in Middle East Conflict - Defense Minister
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Germany does not want to be involved in military action in the Middle East, as the US and Israeli conflict with Iran is not its war, German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius said on Thursday. Earlier in March, Pistorius did not rule out German military participation in ensuring sa»»»
Lukashenko Says Belarus-North Korea Relations Entering New Phase
MINSK (Sputnik) - Relations between Belarus and North Korea are entering a fundamentally new phase, Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko said on Thursday. "Friendly relations between our states, which originated during the Soviet era, have never been interrupted. Today, as a result of comprehe»»»
Iran Threatens to Open 'Front' in Bab-el-Mandeb Strait to Counter US - Reports
TEHRAN (Sputnik) - Iran has threatened to open a "front" in the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait to counter the United States, the Iranian news agency Tasnim reported, citing a military source. Earlier, Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei said Tehran could open new fronts of hostilities with the United »»»
Prosecutors demand life sentence for mother accused of killing 4-month-old - UPI.com
Wreaths are lined up in memory of a four-month-old boy allegedly murdered by his mother outside the Gwangju District Court in Suncheon on Thursday. Photo by Yonhap Prosecutors on Thursday demanded a life sentence for a mother accused of abusing and murdering her four-month-old son last year. The 30»»»
Families scramble after fiery Andhra bus crash kills 14
Dubai: Families are scrambling for information and medical help after a deadly bus fire in Andhra Pradesh killed at least 14 people and left more than 20 injured, prompting authorities to set up control rooms and helplines for victims. The accident, one of the deadliest in recent months in the regi»»»
Dhurandhar star Sara Arjun isn’t resting on Rs10 billion hit, joins Ishaan Khatter in new film
Dubai: Dhurandhar actress Sara Arjun isn’t letting her Rs 10 billion box-office triumph slow her down. The young actress, whose compelling turn in the spy thriller has won hearts, is proving she’s far from a one-hit wonder. In Dhurandhar franchise, she played Ranveer Singh’s feisty on-screen girlfr»»»
Man found dead after vehicle swept away in Oman flash floods amid unstable weather
Dubai: An Omani man was found after his vehicle was swept away by floodwaters in Wadi Manah, as unstable weather and heavy rainfall continue to affect parts of the country. The Civil Defence and Ambulance Authority said the man was found dead in the Wilayat of Manah after his vehicle was carried aw»»»
Egypt moves to double currency swap with China amid regional war fallout
As military tensions continue to reshape the Middle East, Egypt is moving to solidify its financial defenses through deeper strategic cooperation with Beijing. In a high-level diplomatic call on Thursday, Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and his Chinese counterpart, Wang Yi, discussed an ur»»»
Ministry of Municipality boosts rapid response to water accumulation
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Municipality affirmed its continued readiness for the rainy season, noting that water tankers are operating at full capacity. Municipalities are also closely monitoring the situation through the Unified Operations Center. In a post on X published Thursday, the ministry »»»
'Al Sarayat' disturbances are normal seasonal phenomenon, no cause for alarm: Qatar Meteorology
Doha, Qatar: Director of the Meteorology Department Abdulla Mohammed Al Mannai confirmed that the weather disturbances that the State of Qatar is witnessing during this period are a normal seasonal phenomenon known locally as 'Al Sarayat,' which is one of the characteristics of the end of winter, s»»»
US Tapping Into Oil Reserves Signals Conflict With Iran Could Drag Out - Ex-Trump Advisor
WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - The United States’ use of oil from its strategic reserve may indicate the risk that the conflict with Iran could drag out, George Papadopoulos, a foreign policy advisor to the first Trump presidential campaign, told Sputnik. "These reserves are designed to only access during »»»