Battered and isolated, Hezbollah drags Lebanon into another war
The Iranian-backed group Hezbollah has fired rockets from Lebanon into Israel for a second day while the Israeli military has sent troops into the south of the country, as Lebanon is dragged into the war between US, Israel and Iran. Israel has also carried out air strikes that have killed dozens of»»»
Tunisian Embassy in Doha temporarily suspends consular services amid regional security concerns
Tunis, March 3 (TAP) — The Tunisian Embassy in Doha announced the temporary suspension of regular consular services, like other foreign embassies accredited in Qatar, starting Wednesday, March 4, until further notice, in accordance with new...»»»
National Museum of Military History Deputy Director Kostova: Braila Flag Underpins Bulgaria’s Tricolour
The original Braila flag, widely seen as the prototype for Bulgaria’s tricolour, went on display at the National Museum of Military History in Sofia, Deputy Director Deyana Kostova said in an interview for BTA on Tuesday. The relic, which rarely leaves the museum’s storage, was put on display speci»»»
Minister of State at Ministry of Foreign Affairs receives phone call from Belgium's Deputy Prime Minister
Doha, Qatar: The Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, HE Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi received a phone call Tuesday from the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, European Affairs and Development Cooperation of the Kingdom of Belgium HE Maxime P»»»
Sheep and goat pox reaches Epirus, threatening Easter livestock market
A first case of sheep and goat pox has been confirmed in Epirus, northwestern Greece, heightening concern among veterinary authorities just weeks before Easter. The case was detected in a herd of 40 animals in Valanidorachi, in the municipality of Parga. Until now, Epirus had remained unaffected by»»»
EU leaders are blaming Iran for the US-Israeli aggression against it
The common refrain out of the EU right now as Iran is being violated by the US and Israel’s giant missiles, is that it’s time for Tehran to just sit back and take it, and then reason with the attackers. “It is essential that the war does not spread any further. The Iranian regime has choices to mak»»»
OpenAI backtracks on new Pentagon contract, says it will revise deal - UPI.com
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says he regrets rushing through a AI supply deal with the Defense Department, announcing plans to amend the contract to preclude use of its tools by the intelligence agencies for domestic mass surveillance purposes. File Photo by Anna Rose Layden/UPI | License Photo March 3 (U»»»
Al-Shaibani receives UN international Commission of Inquiry delegation in Damascus
Damascus, March. 3 (SANA) Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani, received on Tuesday a delegation from the Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Syrian Arab Republic, headed by Mounia Ammar. During the meeting, the two sides reviewed the outcomes of »»»
UAE air defences intercept 11 ballistic missiles, 123 drones on Mar 3: Ministry of Defence
Abu Dhabi: The UAE Ministry of Defence (MoD) announced that UAE air defence systems intercepted 11 ballistic missiles and 123 drones today, while one missile landed within the country’s territory without causing any human casualties. The ministry stated that since the beginning of what it described»»»
Supreme Court rules against California's school transgender policies - UPI.com
The Supreme Court issued an emergency temporary ruling Monday that blocks California's policy of protecting the privacy of transgender students from their parents. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo March 3 (UPI) -- The U.S. Supreme Court issued an emergency ruling Monday temporarily blo»»»
Foreign company proposes opening free economic zone at Mailuu-Suu plant site - | 24.KG
Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan Adylbek Kasymaliev met with representatives of Edelweiss Group AG, the government’s press service reported. According to the statement, the company expressed interest in attracting international investors and financing infrastructure projects of na»»»
Attrition Advantage: Why Iran Holds Upper Hand
The US cannot sustain a full-scale war of attrition in the Persian Gulf at the current pace of munition deliveries, veteran Russian combat pilot Maj. Gen. Vladimir Popov tells Sputnik. "The Americans are operating 'off the truck,' [and are heavily dependent] 'on resupply,'" veteran Russian combat p»»»
How did Trump order Iran attack without Congress approval? Here’s what the law says
When President Donald Trump described the 28 February US-Israel strikes on Iran as “major combat operations,” it reignited a long-running constitutional debate in Washington: Can a US president launch military action without Congress formally declaring war? The issue sits at the intersection of con»»»
Qatar declares unwavering readiness and signals decisive response after Iranian military escalation
DOHA: Qatar has reaffirmed its full military and strategic readiness in the wake of what officials described as a grave and unprecedented escalation involving missile and aerial attacks targeting multiple locations across the country. Authorities warned that any breach of national sovereignty will »»»
Americans warned to flee Middle East
The US State Department has issued an urgent warning for American citizens to immediately leave over a dozen countries across the Middle East, citing “serious safety risks” as Iran’s retaliatory strikes against US and Israeli targets continue to escalate. In a post on X on Tuesday, Assistant Secret»»»
Iranian missiles and drones hit US bases in six Middle Eastern countries
Within hours of the US launching ‘Operation Epic Fury’ against Iran, Tehran’s forces unleashed retaliatory strikes against American military bases in the Middle East, killing six US troops and destroying billions of dollars’ worth of equipment. ”We will make the Zionist criminals and the vile Ameri»»»
‘All is free of cost’: Meet the UAE-based Indian businessman opening his private farmhouse to stranded travellers
Dubai: Regional airspace disruptions have left thousands of travellers stranded across the Gulf, searching for accommodation while awaiting confirmation on when flights will resume. As of March 2, a limited number of services have gradually resumed. In the meantime, communities across the UAE have »»»
UAE says daily life continues as normal amid developments
Abu Dhabi: Daily life across the UAE continues as normal, with a strong sense of national unity and coordinated preparedness guiding the country’s response to the current developments, Dr. Saif Al Dhaheri, official spokesperson for the National Crisis and Emergency Management Authority (NCEMA), sai»»»
Iran conflict: UAE affirms right to self-defence amid regional tensions
Abu Dhabi: Reem Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Cooperation, has said the UAE retains its full and inherent right to self-defence, stressing that the country’s position on recent developments is based on clear and firm principles. Speaking at the UAE Government’s media briefing, she»»»
Indian PM expresses gratitude to Amir for care, attention Qatar provides to Indian community
DOHA: His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani received a telephone call from Prime Minister of the Republic of India HE Narendra Modi. At the beginning of the call, His Highness the Amir reassured the Prime Minister about the situation of the Indian community res»»»
We need more updates, say British nationals stuck in Middle East
British citizens currently stuck in the Middle East have told the BBC there has been a lack of information about available routes to travel home as Iran's retaliatory strikes across the region continue. Teigan McFadden's flight home from Dubai on Tuesday was cancelled and the 21-year-old says she i»»»
UAE says strategic food stock sufficient for 4 to 6 months
Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, announced that the UAE’s strategic stockpile of essential commodities is sufficient to meet market needs for a period ranging between four and six months, thereby ensuring the continued availability of basic goods and price stability even »»»
Zelensky fears Trump's Iran war could hurt Ukraine
President Volodymyr Zelensky has warned that the war in the Middle East could leave Ukraine struggling to source air defence missiles. He also said there was "a risk" Ukraine's allies could be distracted by the conflict, and forget his country's defence against Russia's full-scale invasion. "We cou»»»
Amir, Indonesian president discuss regional developments
DOHA: His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani received a phone call on Tuesday from President of the Republic of Indonesia HE Prabowo Subianto. In the call, the Indonesian president expressed his country's full solidarity and support for the State of Qatar and it»»»
Here’s the Biggest Sign Iran’s Air Defenses Are Standing Strong, Pentagon’s Planning Backfired
“Initially, it was impossible to evaluate the work of Iran’s air defense troops. But now, there is increasing information that the situation is stabilizing, and that Iran’s air defense assets are capable of neutralizing Israeli and US air targets,” notwithstanding the unprecedented surprise aggress»»»
‘All is free of cost’: Meet the UAE-based Indian businessman opening his private farmhouse to stranded travellers
Dubai: Regional airspace disruptions have left thousands of travellers stranded across the Gulf, searching for accommodation while awaiting confirmation on when flights will resume. As of March 2, a limited number of services have gradually resumed. In the meantime, communities across the UAE have »»»
Amir receives telephone call from Indian Prime Minister
Doha, Qatar: The Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani received a telephone call today from His Excellency Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of the Republic of India. At the beginning of the call, His Highness the Amir reassured the Prime Minister about the situation of the Indian community»»»
AI in the dock: India Supreme Court warns of misconduct
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday cautioned that judicial orders founded on artificial intelligence-generated, non-existent rulings would constitute misconduct — not merely a judicial error — raising serious concerns over the use of AI tools in court proceedings. A bench comprising Justices PS»»»
Hezbollah says targeted 3 Israeli bases after strikes on Lebanon – Ya Libnan
Share: Lebanon’s Iranian-backed militant group Hezbollah has announced it targeted three Israeli military bases — including Ramat David Air Base and Meron Base in northern Israel — using drones and rocket fire in retaliation for recent Israeli strikes on its positions in Lebanon, including the sout»»»
US nationals urged to leave Middle East as conflict spreads
The US has urged its nationals to immediately leave most of the Middle East due to "serious safety risks", as the US-Israeli war against Iran widens. On Monday, the US State Department said Americans should "depart now via commercial means" from Bahrain, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Israel, the occupied West»»»
Hezbollah says targeted Israeli military site in fourth attack today
Hezbollah announced it targeted a military facility in Israel in its fourth attack on Tuesday, as Israel continued to strike Lebanon including the capital Beirut. The group said in a statement it had targeted the Maayan Baruch site in northern Israel with rockets, "in response to the criminal Israe»»»
Amir receives call from Indonesian President
Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani received a phone call on Tuesday from President of the Republic of Indonesia, HE Prabowo Subianto. In the call, HE the Indonesian president expressed his country's full solidarity and support for the State of Qatar and its people in the face »»»
Retail parks. What’s behind the success of this investment format?
By Wojciech Jurga, Managing Partner at Scallier The retail real estate boom currently observed in Poland is driven primarily by investments in retail parks. Over the last five years, retail parks have evolved from a market niche into the leading format within the retail sector, doubling their numbe»»»
UAE processes 30,913 travellers amid air traffic suspension
The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP) has completed travel procedures for 30,913 passengers across the country’s airports, working in coordination with relevant authorities to manage the impact of temporary flight suspensions. The passengers were processe»»»
UAE opens safe air corridors: Airlines to operate 48 flights per hour, says Minister
Abu Dhabi: The UAE has opened safe air corridors in coordination with Gulf countries, with a current handling capacity of 48 flights per hour, as part of measures to ensure continuity of economic and tourism activity amid ongoing regional developments, Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy»»»
UAE processes 30,913 travellers amid air traffic suspension
The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security announced that, in coordination with the relevant authorities across the country, it has successfully completed travel procedures—through the issuance of visas and the processing of travel transactions—for approximately 30,9»»»
Ajman issues new decree setting fees and deposits for rental dispute cases
Dubai: Sheikh Ammar bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of Ajman and Chairman of the Executive Council, has issued Emiri Decree No. (2) of 2026 regulating fees for lawsuits and applications submitted to the Rental Disputes Settlement Centre in the emirate. Under the decree, the centre will collect p»»»
Caretaker Defence Minister Reiterates Bulgaria Is Not Participating in Military Operations in Middle East
There is no change in the activities of the Bulgarian Air Force and in the presence of US forces in Bulgaria, as the country is not participating in operations related to the tension between Israel, the US, and Iran, said caretaker Defence Minister Atanas Zapryanov during a briefing at the Council »»»
Far from home, Indian students in UAE stay calm, feel safe and choose to remain together
Dubai: For a group of Indian students studying in the UAE right now, the past few days have been unlike anything they expected when they arrived here. Despite all of that, most of them want to stay. They feel safe. And they have no plans to leave. Ask any of them how they are coping, and the answer»»»
Qatar says thwarted Iran attacks on airport
Doha, Qatar: Qatar's military thwarted attacks on Hamad International Airport, the Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Majed bin Mohammed Al-Ansari, said on Tuesday. "There were attempts to attack Hamad International Airport, they were all»»»
Iran conflict: Global oil, gas prices surge on supply disruption fears - UPI.com
A tanker anchored in the Persian Gulf off coast of Dubai, one of scores halted on either side of Strait of Hormuz after it was effectively closed due to threats against shipping made by the regime in Tehran that have sent global energy prices soaring. Photo by Stringer/EPA March 3 (UPI) -- The pric»»»
Why Iran's Resilience and Asymmetric Tactics Caught US Coalition by Surprise
Iran has learned the 12-day war lessons well, Mikael Valtersson, former Swedish Armed Forces and air defense officer, tells Sputnik. "The most important lesson from the 12-day war is that survivability is very important," Valtersson says. "You must have both a command structure and weapons capabili»»»
Israel army advance in south Lebanon, says creating buffer zone
Israeli forces advanced into a border area in Lebanese territory on Tuesday, a Lebanese army source told AFP, shortly after the Israeli defense minister instructed his troops to "take control of additional strategic positions in Lebanon". "Israeli ground forces advanced from Kfar Kila and the Khiam»»»
German Embassy in Kuwait closes amid regional escalation
Kuwait City, March 3 (SANA) The German Embassy in Kuwait announced Tuesday that it had closed to the public amid ongoing regional escalation. In a statement carried by the Kuwaiti newspaper Al-Jarida, the embassy said it has suspended public access since Sunday, adding that its visa section will re»»»
Trump says US-UK relationship ‘not like it used to be’
London: US President Donald Trump said the historical relationship between his country and Britain was “not like it used to be”, in an interview to British daily newspaper The Sun, amid a major transatlantic fall out over US-Israeli strikes against Iran. “This was the most solid relationship of all»»»
Qatar cutting off world’s largest LNG production fuels gas disruptions in Europe
Dubai: European natural gas prices are surging after Qatar halted production at the world’s largest liquefied natural gas plant following Iranian drone attacks, raising concerns over global supply security tied to Gulf exports. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Benchmark»»»
Trade between Romania and Germany rises 5.7% to EUR 42.6 billion in 2025
Trade in goods between Germany and Romania totalled EUR 42.6 billion last year, marking a 5.7% increase, the Romanian – German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (AHK Romania) announced on Tuesday. Romania thus maintained its 17th position among Germany’s trading partners. According to data sourced b»»»
Lime introduces monthly subscriptions for frequent riders
Lime has announced the launch of LimePrime, its new monthly subscription plan aimed at frequent users. The company says the new offer is designed to provide more predictable pricing through fixed-fare rides, alongside additional benefits. LimePrime complements the existing LimePass prepaid minute p»»»
Security of Bulgarian Citizens Priority in Middle East Evacuation Efforts, PM Gurov Says
The safety of Bulgarian citizens is the leading priority in organizing their evacuation from the Middle East region, caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gurov said during a briefing at the Council of Ministers here on Tuesday. Gurov noted that the situation in the Middle East is dynamic and changing da»»»
Al-Manar correspondent says new barrage of missiles launched from Lebanon towards occupied territories - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar correspondent says new barrage of missiles launched from Lebanon towards occupied territories 03-03-2026 13:45 PM Latest News Urge»»»