Chuck Norris, US action movie star whose toughness inspired endless memes, dies at 86
From one studio to another, Chuck Norris turned discipline into legend – a martial arts champion who became the iron-jawed face of "Walker, Texas Ranger" and a larger-than-life cultural myth. He died Thursday at 86. Chuck Norris, the martial arts grandmaster and action star whose roles in “Wal»»»
Reporters - The West Bank, up against the wall: Illegal Palestinian workers face exploitation and danger
Our reporters in the Middle East went to meet Palestinians who are desperately trying to reach Israel to find work there. Before the October 7 attacks, 120,000 Palestinian workers held permits allowing them to enter Israel legally. Today, only a handful of permits are »»»
French jihadist sentenced to life in jail over IS group genocide of Iraq's Yazidis
A court in France has sentenced jihadist Sabri Essid for his part in "the genocide perpetrated by the Islamic State group" against Iraq's Yazidi minority, in the first French trial of its kind. Essid is presumed to have been killed in 2018, but without proof of his death he was tried and convicted »»»
Myth of liberation: As war rages, trapped Iranians 'curse' the regime, the Americans & the Israelis
Haxie Meyers-Belkin is pleased to welcome Borzou Daragahi, award-winning international correspondent and investigative reporter. As Iran marks Nowruz, the Persian New Year, war intrudes into civilian spaces. The psychological terrain is marked less by overt anger than by fatigue, resignation, and a»»»
Eye on Africa - Senegal not losing AFCON title without a fight
In tonight's programme: Senegal says it's not losing its 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title without a fight. But first, a joint statement is issued by DR Congo and Rwanda, where both nations have agreed to take steps to advance last year's stalled peace accord. And in the Kenyan capital Nairobi, a gr»»»
Spotlight - Hungary's Orbán blocks €90 billion loan, threatening vital EU support for Ukraine
Mark Owen is pleased to welcome Dr Hanna Shelest, Director of Security Studies and Global Outreach Programmes at Ukrainian Prism and editor-in-chief at UA: Ukraine Analytica. According to Dr Shelest, Ukrainian forces demonstrate that with adaptive strategy, technological innovation and ti»»»
African food security threats spike as Iran war strangles fertiliser supplies, prices soar
Conflict-driven disruption to fertiliser supply chains in the Middle East is raising the risk of price shocks across Africa, with analysts warning that benchmark urea prices could approach levels seen after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, when global prices roughly doubled, impacting»»»
African food security threats spike as Iran war strangles fertiliser supplies, prices soar
Conflict-driven disruption to fertiliser supply chains in the Middle East is raising the risk of price shocks across Africa, with analysts warning that benchmark urea prices could approach levels seen after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, when global prices roughly doubled, impacting»»»
African food security threats spike as Iran war strangles fertiliser supplies, prices soar
Conflict-driven disruption to fertiliser supply chains in the Middle East is raising the risk of price shocks across Africa, with analysts warning that benchmark urea prices could approach levels seen after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, when global prices roughly doubled, impacting»»»
African food security threats spike as Iran war strangles fertiliser supplies, prices soar
Conflict-driven disruption to fertiliser supply chains in the Middle East is raising the risk of price shocks across Africa, with analysts warning that benchmark urea prices could approach levels seen after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, when global prices roughly doubled, impacting»»»
African food security threats spike as Iran war strangles fertiliser supplies, prices soar
Conflict-driven disruption to fertiliser supply chains in the Middle East is raising the risk of price shocks across Africa, with analysts warning that benchmark urea prices could approach levels seen after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, when global prices roughly doubled, impacting»»»
African food security threats spike as Iran war strangles fertiliser supplies, prices soar
Conflict-driven disruption to fertiliser supply chains in the Middle East is raising the risk of price shocks across Africa, with analysts warning that benchmark urea prices could approach levels seen after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, when global prices roughly doubled, impacting»»»
Georgians continue fight for democracy after almost 500 days of protest
It's Saturday night in Tbilisi. A crowd is gathering outside the city's State Concert Hall, chatting among themselves. For some, the gathering offers a brief respite from the exhaustion of prolonged demonstration. For others, it is an act of defiance against a government that opposition figures, We»»»
African food security threats spike as Iran war strangles fertiliser supplies, prices soar
Conflict-driven disruption to fertiliser supply chains in the Middle East is raising the risk of price shocks across Africa, with analysts warning that benchmark urea prices could approach levels seen after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, when global prices roughly doubled, impacting»»»
Kosovo’s PM warns of rising tensions as Serbia holds military drills near border
Kosovo Prime Minister Albin Kurti has described recent Serbian army exercises near the border with Kosovo as “extremely worrying,” accusing Belgrade of using its military to exert pressure and destabilise the Western Balkans, Koha.net reported on March 19. »»»
Kosovo’s PM warns of rising tensions as Serbia holds military drills near border
Kosovo Prime Minister Albin Kurti has described recent Serbian army exercises near the border with Kosovo as “extremely worrying,” accusing Belgrade of using its military to exert pressure and destabilise the Western Balkans, Koha.net reported on March 19. »»»
EU Council meeting achieves little
EU leaders had a heavy agenda at a summit in Brussels on March 19. They had to deal with a mushrooming energy crisis, a Ukraine funding fiasco and the stalled passage of twentieth sanctions on Russia. Little progress was made on solving any of these issues. »»»
EU Council meeting achieves little
EU leaders had a heavy agenda at a summit in Brussels on March 19. They had to deal with a mushrooming energy crisis, a Ukraine funding fiasco and the stalled passage of twentieth sanctions on Russia. Little progress was made on solving any of these issues. »»»
Belarus frees another 250 political prisoners as US eases sanctions
Belarus has released another 250 political prisoners, the largest single release to date, after cutting a new sanctions relief deal with the US, Associated Press reported on March 19. President Alexander Lukashenko ordered»»»
Philippine EV sales hit fast lane, hybrids jump 600%
Manila: Philippine car buyers are easing off the gas — but electric vehicles (EV) are stepping on the pedal. New internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle sales fell more than 8% in February to 35,842 units, down from 39,164 a year ago, according to data from the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers »»»
Ukraine risks aid shortfall as reform delays and EU divisions test financial lifeline
Ukraine faces a growing risk of losing critical international support in 2026-2027 as reform delays at home coincide with mounting political divisions within the EU over future financing for Kyiv, reported Ukraine Business News. »»»
Kyrgyzstan presented at book fair in Belarus - | 24.KG
A presentation of Kyrgyzstan took place in Belarus as part of the 33rd Minsk International Book Fair. International award winner and Master of Arts Nikita Fominykh performed the songs «Kyrgyzstanym» and «Kara Jorgo» in the Kyrgyz language. A poem «Kyrgyz Zheri» was also recited by Daria Baltabaeva,»»»
24.kg news agency congratulates Kyrgyzstanis on Nooruz - | 24.KG
Nooruz is one of the oldest holidays in human history, celebrated for thousands of years. Many centuries ago, our ancestors knew that at this moment day and night become equal, and then the daylight hours become longer, marking the beginning of spring labor. Today, every family, sitting around a fe»»»
US‑Israel war with Iran, Day 22: What you need to know
Airspace disruptions and rising regional tensions are impacting travel and security across the UAE, with flights delayed and routes altered. Authorities confirmed the situation remains stable after intercepting missiles and drones, while travellers face uncertainty over schedules and rights. Meanwh»»»
Abu Dhabi parks celebrate cultural diversity during Eid Al-Fitr
ABU DHABI: Public parks across Abu Dhabi have transformed into vibrant hubs of cultural exchange as citizens, residents, and tourists gather to celebrate Eid Al-Fitr. These green spaces currently reflect the emirate's social vitality, hosting a rich tapestry of traditions and languages that undersc»»»
Trump says he is considering 'winding down' Iran war
President Donald Trump has said he is considering "winding down" the war in Iran because the US was "getting very close" to meeting its military objectives. He also said the Strait of Hormuz would have to be guarded by other nations who use it, stating that the US wasn't one of them. Energy prices »»»
Israeli Channel 12: One of Hezbollah drones flew over the Western Galilee and returned to Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Americans Think Trump Will Send Ground Troops to Iran and Don’t Support it, Reuters/Ipsos Poll Finds
Some 65% of Americans believe U.S. President Donald Trump will order troops into a large-scale ground war in Iran and just 7% support that idea, a Reuters/Ipsos poll that closed on Thursday found. The three-day poll showed Trump’s broader standing with the public holding largely unchanged at 40%,»»»
At 23:30 on Friday, March 20, 2026, Islamic Resistance fighters targeted a gathering of Israeli enemy soldiers and vehicles in Khallat al-Aaksa, in the outskirts of the border town of al-Adaisseh, with a rocket barrage: statement 55 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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At 23:00 on Friday, March 20, 2026, Islamic Resistance fighters targeted a gathering of Israeli enemy soldiers and vehicles at the Marj site off the border town of Markaba with a large barrage of rockets: statement 54 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe At 23:00 on Friday, March 20, 2026, Islamic Resistance fighters targeted a gathering of Israeli enemy soldiers and vehicles at the Marj sit»»»
Iranian strikes on bases used by US caused $800m in damage, new analysis shows
Iranian strikes on military bases used by the US in the Middle East caused about $800m (£600m) in damage in the first two weeks of the war, a new analysis shows. Much of the damage was caused in initial retaliatory strikes by Iran in the week after the US and Israel launched the war, according to a»»»
At 22:20 on Friday, March 20, 2026, Islamic Resistance fighters targeted a gathering of Israeli enemy soldiers and vehicles at the Marj site off the border town of Markaba with a large barrage of rocket: statement 52 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe At 22:20 on Friday, March 20, 2026, Islamic Resistance fighters targeted a gathering of Israeli enemy soldiers and vehicles at the Marj sit»»»
As part of the warning issued by the Islamic Resistance to a number of settlements in northern occupied Palestine, at 23:15 on Friday, 20/03/2026, the Islamic Resistance fighters targeted the Kiryat Shmona settlement for the seventh time with a rocket barrage: statement 53 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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As part of the warning issued by the Islamic Resistance to a number of settlements in northern occupied Palestine, the Islamic Resistance fighters targeted the Kiryat Shmona settlement for the sixth time with a rocket salvo at 22:30 on Friday, March 20, 2026: statement 45 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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At 22:00 on Friday, March 20, 2026, Islamic Resistance fighters targeted the naval radar at the Ras al-Naqoura naval site with a combat drone and achieved a direct hit: statement 46 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe At 22:00 on Friday, March 20, 2026, Islamic Resistance fighters targeted the naval radar at the Ras al-Naqoura naval site with a combat dro»»»
At 05:22 on Friday, March 20, 2026, Islamic Resistance fighters targeted a gathering of Israeli enemy army soldiers in Khallat al-Mahafer, in the outskirts of the border town of al-Adaisseh, with a rocket barrage: statement 43 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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At 21:30 on Friday, March 20, 2026, the Islamic Resistance fighters targeted a gathering of Israeli enemy soldiers and vehicles in Khallat al-Aqsa, outside the border town of al-Adaisseh, with a rocket salvo: statement 44 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Kuwait condemns Israeli strike in southern Syria, urges UN Security Council action
Kuwait’s, March 20 (SANA) Kuwait’s Foreign Ministry strongly denounced the Israeli attack that targeted military infrastructure in southern Syria on Friday.The ministry said in a statement that the attack breaches the UN Charter and relevant Security Council resolutions. It urged the Security Counc»»»
At 18:00 on Friday, March 20, 2026, the Islamic Resistance fighters targeted the Mahafa Alon base, southwest of the occupied city of Safed, with a rocket salvo: statement 39 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Flight cancelled or delayed in UAE? 10 things you’re entitled to right now
Dubai: Flight disruptions linked to Middle East airspace closures have left thousands of UAE travellers stranded or scrambling for alternatives. For many, the key question is simple: what can you actually claim when your flight falls apart? Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balan»»»
Türkiye condemns Israeli aggression on southern Syria as a “dangerous escalation”
Ankara, March 20 (SANA) The Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a strong condemnation on Friday regarding the Israeli aggression that targeted military infrastructure in southern Syria earlier today, labeling the move a “dangerous escalation” in the region. In an official statement, the Turk»»»
Qatar strongly condemns Israeli aggression on southern Syria
Doha, March 20 (SANA) The State of Qatar issued a strong condemnation on Friday regarding the Israeli aggression that targeted military infrastructure in southern Syria earlier today. Doha characterized the strikes as a “blatant violation” of Syrian sovereignty and a clear breach of international l»»»
No: 53, 20 March 2026, Regarding Israel’s Attack in Southern Syria
Israel’s recent attack targeting military infrastructure in southern Syria constitutes a dangerous escalation and we strongly condemn it. We call upon the international community to assume its responsibility to ensure the cessation of Israeli attacks, which violate international law and Syria’s sov»»»
Qatar submits official letter to ICAO regarding current aviation status amid Iranian aggression
OTTAWA: The State of Qatar, through its Permanent Office to the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), has submitted an official letter to President of the ICAO Council Toshiyuki Onuma, addressing the current status of air traffic and flight corridors in light of recent developments in t»»»
FIG announces the cancellation of 2026 Artistic Gymnastics Apparatus World Cup
Doha: The gymnastics World Cup event scheduled to take place in Doha in April has been cancelled, the sport's governing body announced yesterday. "World Gymnastics reports that, following an urgent online vote and in light of the current situation in the Middle East, its executive committee has dec»»»
On Thursday, March 19, 2026, Islamic Resistance fighters targeted a gathering of Israeli enemy army soldiers south of the border town of Maroun Al-Ras with a squadron of attack drones: statement 38 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe On Thursday, March 19, 2026, Islamic Resistance fighters targeted a gathering of Israeli enemy army soldiers south of the border town of Ma»»»
‘Ending Soon’: Netanyahu Shifts Iran War Goals
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is gradually scaling back his sweeping ambition to end the war with Iran by toppling its regime, bringing his rhetoric closer to that of US President Donald Trump. Netanyahu now speaks of “achieving tremendous gains” through three objectives: curbing Iran’s»»»
'Resistance' Axis without Voice as It Loses Narrative, Psychological Warfare Architects
Since the Oct. 7, 2023 attacks, the confrontation in the Middle East has not been limited to missiles and drones, but has expanded to a parallel front no less dangerous: the architects of narratives and psychological warfare. Military spokesmen and media figures emerged, some masked, some officers,»»»
Qatar condemns Israeli attack on military installations in southern Syria
Doha: The State of Qatar expressed its strong condemnation and denunciation of the Israeli attack that targeted military installations in the south of the Syrian Arab Republic, considering it a flagrant violation of its sovereignty and a clear breach of international law and the Charter of the Unit»»»