Bus transfers from Sharjah to Muscat arranged by Oman-based airlines for stranded UAE travellers
Dubai: While the GCC airspace remains largely closed with partial resumption of some flights in UAE, road transport has emerged as a promising means of travel for those who wish to fly home. Bus transfers from Sharjah to Muscat are currently being arranged by Oman-based airlines Salam Air and Oman »»»
Amir receives phone call from Prime Minister of Hungary
Doha, Qatar: The Amir, HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani has received a phone call from the Prime Minister of Hungary, HE Viktor Orban, during which the Hungarian leader expressed solidarity with Doha. At the start of the call, HE Orban conveyed Hungary's support for Qatar and condemned the Irania»»»
Dubai Airports to resume limited operations from today evening
Doha, Qatar: Dubai Airports confirmed that a limited resumption of operations will begin today evening, March 2, according to a statement by Dubai Media Office. It further added that a small number of flights have been permitted to operate from Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al»»»
Israeli airstrikes hit Beirut suburbs after evacuation alert
Dubai: Several Israeli strikes hit Beirut’s southern suburbs after evacuation warnings, marking a sharp escalation in the widening regional conflict. Plumes of smoke were seen rising over Hezbollah-controlled areas after Israel launched attacks in response to missile and drone launches by the Iran-»»»
Trump's bet on Iranian regime change could be his biggest gamble yet
In attacking Iran and killing the regime's supreme leader, US President Donald Trump has made an enormous bet: that he can succeed where past presidents have failed by using American military force to reshape the Middle East. Trump will claim a generational victory if the US succeeds in fully destr»»»
Michael B Jordan upends Oscars race as Sinners wins big at Actor Awards
US actor Michael B Jordan has scored a surprise win at the Actor Awards, formerly known as the Screen Actors Guild Awards, giving him a surge of momentum in the final weeks before the Oscars. He was named best actor for his role in vampire horror Sinners, which also scored the top prize of the nigh»»»
India and Canada reset ties with 'landmark' nuclear energy deal
India and Canada have announced a host of agreements, including a 10-year nuclear energy deal, after their prime ministers met in Delhi to reset ties that plummeted due to diplomatic tensions. Narendra Modi and Mark Carney also struck agreement in areas such as technology, critical minerals, space,»»»
Will Iran war send oil prices above $100 a barrel?
BusinessIranWill Iran war send oil prices above $100 a barrel?Ashutosh PandeyOil markets are bracing for sharp price spikes after the US-Israel attacks on Iran and Tehran's retaliation. Iran's role as a major producer matters, but its strategic position is keeping traders on edge. https://p.dw.com/»»»
Emirates to resume limited flights today evening
Doha, Qatar: Emirates airline has announced that it will resume operating a limited number of flights today evening, March 2, 2026 from the United Arab Emirates. The update was shared in a statement posted on the airline’s official social media channels. “We are accommodating customers with earlier»»»
Vidin Residents Protest Against High Electricity Bills, Protest Also Planned in Silistra
Residents of Vidin Monday held a protest outside the headquarters of Electrohold, the energy distribution company in Western Bulgaria, to voice their concerns about high electricity bills. Protesters threw eggs at the building of the energy distribution company, while the local administration told »»»
Families Take Shelter in Schools as Lebanon’s Government Calls Hezbollah’s Strike on Israel Illegal
Lebanese civilians fled from the country's south and Beirut’s southern suburbs on Monday, seeking refuge in schools in Lebanon's capital following a new and deadly escalation between Israel and the Iran-allied Lebanese militant group Hezbollah. Lebanon’s Health Ministry reported at least 31 people »»»
Emirates to resume limited flights from March 2
Dubai: Emirates has announced that it will begin operating a limited number of flights starting on the evening of March 2, as part of a gradual resumption of services following recent regional developments. The airline said priority will be given to customers with earlier bookings, noting that thos»»»
UAE launches special flights for stranded passengers
Dubai: The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has announced the commencement of exceptional flight operations at UAE airports, enabling stranded passengers affected by recent regional developments to depart, in line with the schedules to be announced by airlines to affected passengers and the »»»
Dubai airports to partially resume flights from Monday evening
Dubai: Dubai Airports has confirmed that a limited resumption of operations will begin on the evening of March 2. According to a statement carried by the Government of Dubai Media Office, a small number of flights will be permitted to operate from Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central -»»»
Türkiye Says Day-trip Crossings Suspended at Iran Border
Türkiye and Iran have mutually suspended day-trip crossings at their border, Türkiye's trade minister said Monday as Israeli-US strikes continued to pound the Islamic Republic. "Same-day passenger crossings at all three customs gates have been mutually suspended," Trade Minister Omer Bolat wrote on»»»
Next Iranian leader should be killed too if hostile to US – senator
The US should assassinate those who come to power in Iran if they remain hostile toward American interests, according to veteran war hawk Senator Lindsey Graham. The targeted killing of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and other senior officials was the opening part of a US-Israeli reg»»»
US jets shot down over Kuwait in 'apparent friendly fire incident', officials say
Three US fighter jets have been downed over Kuwait in "an apparent friendly fire incident" while flying in support of the US-Israeli hostilities with Iran, US Central Command (Centcom) says. The F-15 jets were were "mistakenly shot down by Kuwaiti air defences", officials announced in a statement o»»»
Israel strikes Lebanon after Hezbollah rocket fire as Iran conflict widens
Israel's military has said it has struck Hezbollah targets in Lebanon, after the Iranian-backed Shia group said it launched rockets and drones at the Israeli city of Haifa to avenge the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Lebanon's health ministry said 31 people were killed by »»»
Dubai is going to protect us: Residents, expats express confidence amid regional tensions
Dubai: As tensions continue across parts of the Middle East, residents and expatriates in Dubai has highlighted that daily life in the emirate remains calm and uninterrupted, a reflection of strong leadership, preparedness, and a united community. In a recent video shared by Dubai Civility, various»»»
Kyrgyzstan and Hong Kong sign double taxation avoidance agreement - | 24.KG
The Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic announced the signing, in an online format, of an agreement between Kyrgyzstan and Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China on the avoidance of double taxation with respect to taxes on income and capital, a»»»
Rumen Radev Launches “Progressive Bulgaria” Coalition Ahead of April 19 Elections
Former President Rumen Radev has officially registered a new political coalition, “Progressive Bulgaria,” to participate in the snap parliamentary elections scheduled for April 19, the Central Election Commission (CEC) confirmed on Monday. The registration was completed just before 3:00 p.m., with »»»
Poland’s GDP has solid growth in Q4
Poland’s economy slightly accelerated at the end of 2025. In the fourth quarter, GDP grew by 4.0% y/y, up from 3.8% in the previous quarter, and increased by 1.0% quarter-on-quarter, in line with preliminary estimates from the Central Statistical Office (GUS). Investments rose by 4.7% y/y, private »»»
US intervention in the Middle East: From the 1953 Iran coup to Iraq, Libya and Syria
Ali Khamenei, Ali Shamkhani, Mohammad Pakpour, and several other senior figures in Iran’s leadership have been killed in the US-Israeli strikes on the Islamic Republic. Their deaths mark a seismic moment in the region: never before has Washington been accused of directly killing a sitting, internat»»»
'They hit so hard the house was shaking': Iranians describe impact of US-Israel attacks
People in Iran have been describing their experiences as Israel and the US continue to bomb targets across the country. The attacks began on Saturday morning with the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, shocking supporters and opponents. Since then, military and strategic sites»»»
Sharjah Police urge proper parking around mosques
During Ramadan, mosques across the UAE witness a noticeable surge in activity, particularly during prayer times, as worshippers gather in large numbers. With this increase, however, comes a recurring challenge — improper parking around prayer areas that disrupts traffic flow and creates unnecessary»»»
HMC continues home delivery service
DOHA: Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) has announced the continuation of its safe home delivery service for medications in cooperation with Qatar Post. The service is available to all patients, including citizens and residents, ensuring convenient access to prescribed medications without the need to»»»
Recycling fee becomes mandatory in Kyrgyzstan, Ministry warns of penalties - | 24.KG
The Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic has issued an official notice to importers and manufacturers that, starting January 1, 2025, an Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) system has come into effect in the country. The regulations were establi»»»
'When can I go home?': A UAE expat’s story of crisis and community from 8,000 miles away
It was 4 am and there was no reason for me to wake up and check my phone, but I did. I was visiting the US for the first time in my life. I had never done so before, partly because financial reasons aside, the thought of always being halfway across the world made me slightly anxious. A 14-hour flig»»»
MoCI confirms food, water production factories operating at full capacity
DOHA: The teams from the Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI) conducted field tours to several food and water production factories to have a closer look at the progress of production and ensure full capacity operation, operation lines readiness, as well as supply chain efficiency to ultimately »»»
Energy Prices Soar, Stock Markets Slide on Iran War Fallout
Oil and gas prices soared, stock markets slid and the dollar firmed on Monday as the widening Iran war shook financial markets across the globe. European natural gas prices rocketed more than 50 percent after Qatar's state-run energy firm said it had halted liquefied natural gas production followin»»»
Mickoski: 17 investments in free zones to create 5,000 jobs
Skopje, 26 February 2026 (MIA) - Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski said Thursday the portfolio of technological-industrial development zones contains 17 investments worth nearly EUR 650 million and set to open 5,000 jobs. "The investments, some already launched while others in negotiating stage, ar»»»
Anwar Gargash says crises reveal true intentions
Anwar Gargash, diplomatic adviser to the UAE President, said that crises reveal the true intentions of different groups towards the Gulf states and their societies, in a post on X. He wrote that solidarity should not be expected from groups such as the Muslim Brotherhood and their allies, or from i»»»
Security Council discusses safety of Kyrgyzstanis in Middle East conflict zone - | 24.KG
Secretary of the Security Council of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adilet Orozbekov, held an operational meeting with the heads of law enforcement, security, and other relevant agencies in connection with the escalating situation in the Middle East. The presidential administration reported. The meeting part»»»
Bulgaria in European Public Prosecutor’s Office Report 2025: 82 Fraud Investigations with Estimated Damage of EUR 702 Mln
New statistics from the European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) Annual Report 2025 reveal that 82 cases for fraud and related financial crime cases affecting the EU budget in Bulgaria were opened last year and the estimated damage from those stands at EUR 702 million. The report is available on »»»
Bulgarian Tourists in Middle East Number 1,092; Ministry of Tourism "Monitoring Developments in Real Time"
The Ministry of Tourism said in a press release on Monday that it maintains constant contact with tour operators operating in the Middle East, as well as with Bulgarian diplomatic and consular representations on the ground, and monitors the development of the Middle East conflict in real time. Acco»»»
Dubai Police focus on delivery rider safety to reduce road accidents
Dubai Police, represented by Hatta Police Station, has launched a series of field awareness initiatives targeting delivery motorcycle riders as part of the traffic safety campaign, “Your lives matter, your safety is our goal.” The initiative aims to enhance traffic awareness among riders and encour»»»
Sharjah Police warn against leaving homes unlocked during mosque hours
As prayer times approach, mosques across Sharjah welcome worshippers seeking moments of spiritual reflection, while many homes are temporarily left unoccupied. Authorities warn that these short periods of absence may be exploited by individuals who do not respect the sanctity of private property, e»»»
Salam Says Cabinet Bans Armed Activities Outside State Authority, Orders Enforcement of Weapons Plan - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Salam Says Cabinet Bans Armed Activities Outside State Authority, Orders Enforcement of Weapons Plan 02-03-2026 15:35 PM Prime Minister, Na»»»
Amir receives telephone call from Russian President
Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani received a telephone call today from HE Vladimir Putin, President of the friendly Russian Federation. At the beginning of the call, the Russian President expressed Russia’s solidarity with the State of Qatar in the face of Iranian aggression,»»»
Kyrgyz Ambassador to Saudi Arabia makes urgent statement - | 24.KG
Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to Saudi Arabia Ulukbek Maripov reported that the diplomatic mission is working in an enhanced mode due to the deteriorating situation in the Middle East. He stated that, at the direction of the President and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the safety of citizens of Kyrgyz»»»
200 kilometers of fencing to be built on border with Tajikistan in Batken - | 24.KG
An operational headquarters meeting on the demarcation of the Kyrgyz-Tajik border and efforts to combat smuggling was held in Batken region of Kyrgyzstan. The meeting was chaired by the head of the State Border Service of the Kyrgyz Republic, Abdikarim Alimbaev, and the Presidential Plenipotentiary»»»
People shelter as sirens disrupt Israel funeral
Dubai: Air raid sirens sent mourners scrambling for cover during the funeral of victims killed in an Iranian missile strike in Beit Shemesh, central Israel, highlighting the continuing threat as the conflict intensifies. Witnesses said people attending the funeral crouched behind walls and rushed f»»»
Who will succeed Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei, killed by US-Israeli strikes?
The past 24 hours have given Iran’s leadership transition a tangible shape, while also revealing how dangerously the very idea of “normal” is shifting in international politics. The death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a joint US-Israeli operation against Iran is a demonstrative precedent, read acros»»»
Starmer seeks to carve out distinct UK approach to this conflict
"Engaging in armed conflict in breach of international law is a precarious business." So wrote Keir Starmer QC, as he then was, in The Guardian in March 2003 as Britain was on the cusp of joining the Iraq War. Almost a quarter of a century on, Sir Keir Starmer KC faces his own dilemma about how to »»»
Israeli occupation army threatens to attack the buildings of the Al-Qard Al-Hasan Foundation in various Lebanese territories as well as a residential building in Borj Al-Barajneh, Beirut’s Dahieh - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli occupation army threatens to attack the buildings of the Al-Qard Al-Hasan Foundation in various Lebanese territories as well as a r»»»
Kyrgyzstan plans to import up to 15,000 electric vehicles annually - | 24.KG
A seminar «On the Path to a National Strategy for Electric Mobility» was held in Bishkek. Plans for the annual duty-free import of up to 15,000 electric vehicles and the development of charging infrastructure in Kyrgyzstan were discussed. The press service of the Climate Finance Center under the Ca»»»
Tulip Festival kicks off in Kyrgyzstan - | 24.KG
The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic has launched the Tulip Festival, which runs from March 2 to 10. During the event, tulips are sold wholesale and retail. Prices start at 75 soms and up. Customers can purchase products both retail and wholes»»»
Drone scare triggers evacuation at British base in Cyprus
Dubai: A British air base in Cyprus was partially evacuated after sirens sounded at RAF Akrotiri, following a suspected drone strike linked to escalating tensions involving Iran. UK officials said an Iranian-made drone hit the runway late Sunday, causing minimal damage and no injuries, but bringing»»»
U.S. Confirms Fourth Service Member Killed as Iran Attacks Continue
A fourth U.S. service member has died following injuries sustained during Iran’s initial attacks in the region, the U.S. military confirmed on Monday. According to U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), as of 7:30 a.m. ET on March 2, four Americans have now been killed in action. The latest casualty was s»»»
Saudi Arabia allocates 2,500 hotel rooms in Mecca for stranded GCC travellers
Dubai: Saudi Arabia’s Mecca Chamber of Commerce has allocated 2,500 fully serviced hotel rooms to accommodate citizens of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries stranded at airports across the Kingdom following widespread travel disruptions. The measure follows a directive from King Salman bin Ab»»»