North Korean Leader Kim Watches Cruise Missile Tests with His Daughter
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and his teenage daughter observed tests of strategic cruise missiles fired from a warship, state media reported Wednesday, as North Korea threatened responses to US-South Korean military drills. Images sent by the Korean Central News Agency showed the two in a confer»»»
Philippines: Mining expansion pushed amid spike in global demand for critical minerals
Manila: The Philippine government is stepping up efforts to expand the mining sector as it signs agreements with several countries to develop critical minerals needed for the global shift to renewable energy, newly-appointed acting Environment Secretary Juan Miguel Cuna said. Cuna said the administ»»»
On This Day, March 11: China's legislature gets rid of presidential term limits - UPI.com
On March 11, 2018, China's legislature nearly unanimously endorsed a change to the Constitution formally removing term limits to enable Xi Jinping to stay on as president for life. 1 of 7 | Chinese President Xi Jinping casts his vote during the third plenary session of the first session of the 13th»»»
Attacks on infrastructure by any party danger for people of region: Al Ansari
Doha, Qatar: Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari has said that targeting vital infrastructures—whether it be water desalination facilities, water tanks, food reserves, medicine reserves or medicine production f»»»
Expert Warns: Bulgaria’s Airports Lack Anti-Drone Systems, Raising Risk of Accidents
Engineer Stoyko Topalov, president of the International Association for Combating Drones, has warned that Bulgaria currently lacks anti-drone systems at its airports, a gap that could lead to serious accidents. His comments came after reports of drones near Vasil Levski Airport in Sofia forced the »»»
Volkswagen says to cut 50,000 jobs as profit slides
WOLFSBURG, Germany — Volkswagen said Tuesday that it would cut 50,000 jobs in Germany by 2030 as its profit slid to its lowest level since 2016."In total, around 50,000 jobs are due to be cut by 2030 across the Volkswagen Group in Germany," Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume said in a letter to shareholde»»»
Iraq seeking new oil export routes after Hormuz disruption: ministry
BAGHDAD — Iraqi authorities are exploring alternative routes to export oil after transit through the Strait of Hormuz was disrupted by the Middle East war, an oil ministry spokesperson told AFP on Tuesday.Saheb Bazoun said that "much like other countries in the region, oil production and marketing »»»
Minister of Investment, Australian envoy discuss boosting Jordan-Australia investment ties
AMMAN — Minister of Investment, Tariq Abu Ghazaleh, on Tuesday met with Australian Ambassador to the Kingdom, Paula Ganly, to discuss strengthening economic and investment relations between Jordan and Australia.Abu Ghazaleh highlighted the importance of building upon the distinguished Jordanian-Aus»»»
Saudi Aramco CEO says war could have 'catastrophic consequences' on oil markets
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — The head of energy giant Saudi Aramco on Tuesday warned the Middle East war could have "catastrophic consequences" on oil markets, describing the crisis as unprecedented.CEO and President Amin H. Nasser said it was vital to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, which normally carries »»»
Minister Al-Kaabi, European Commission Director General for Energy discuss impact of regional conflict on global energy industry
Doha, Qatar: The Minister of State for Energy Affairs, H E Saad Sherida Al-Kaabi, met yesterday with the Director General for Energy at the European Commission, H E Ditte Juul-Jorgensen. Discussions during the meeting, which was held virtually, dealt with the impact of the ongoing regional conflict»»»
Qatar maintains strategic stockpile of essential goods for long period: Official
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has reassured the public that Qatar’s markets are experiencing a healthy abundance of essential goods, supported by a secure strategic stockpile that can cover demand for six months or more. Director of Quality Licences and Market Control at MoCI D»»»
QSE index jumps 260 points as all seven sector indices turn green
Doha, Qatar: The shares in Qatar’s stock market saw gain in yesterday’s trading as the Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) index surged around 260.07 points or 2.50 percent to close at 10,670.23 points helped by strong interest from investors. The index concluded Monday’s trading at 10,410.16 points. During»»»
CEO: Exxon Evacuated Non-essential Middle East Staff
Exxon Mobil has evacuated non-essential employees from its operations in the Middle East, CEO Darren Woods said in an interview on Tuesday, as the US-Israel war on Iran continues. Some operations have been scaled back to manage oil inventory levels as traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has been c»»»
Industries Qatar AGM recommends cash dividend of QR0.45 per share
Doha, Qatar: Industries Qatar (IQ) convened its Annual General Assembly Meeting for the fiscal year 2025, yesterday. Delivering the speech, Minister of the State for Energy Affairs, Chairman of the Board of Directors and Managing Director, Industries Qatar H E Saad Sherida Al-Kaabi said, “On the fi»»»
Israeli military says missiles launched from Iran towards Israel, 'no casualties known'
Israel's military said Wednesday that it detected multiple salvoes of missiles heading towards the country from Iran and had activated air defences, as it pressed a "wave" of strikes against Iran and Lebanon. "A short while ago, the IDF identified missiles launched from Iran toward the territory of»»»
'Two score and seven years' of Iranian terror ends here – Trump vows victory, open seas, and lower petrol prices
In a stirring address echoing Abraham Lincoln's resolve to preserve the Union against existential threats, President Donald Trump declared that the US will not falter until the Iranian regime is dismantled, its terror proxies crushed, and the Strait of Hormuz flows freely once more —ushering in an »»»
Clear skies, high temperatures forecast
Clear skies are forecast for most of Greece Wednesday, with light winds, unseasonably high temperatures and a chance of rain in the Peloponnese, the Cyclades and Crete. In the Greater Athens region the temperature is expected to range from 7-18 degrees Celsius, while in Thessaloniki the maximum wil»»»
Dubai gold prices dip after sharp March rally from Dh590 to Dh641
Dubai: Gold prices in Dubai edged lower on Wednesday morning after a series of sharp moves earlier in the month. (Check latest UAE gold prices here, alongside prices in Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and India.) Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The price of»»»
Conflict can still be contained, but current trajectory extremely dangerous: Official
Doha, Qatar: Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) Dr. Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari has said Qatar has warned for many years that escalation left unchecked in the region would lead to catastrophic results. “We are now at that moment where»»»
'Four score and seven years' of Iranian terror ends here – Trump vows victory, open seas, and lower petrol prices
In a stirring address echoing Abraham Lincoln's resolve to preserve the Union against existential threats, President Donald Trump declared that the US will not falter until the Iranian regime is dismantled, its terror proxies crushed, and the Strait of Hormuz flows freely once more —ushering in an »»»
Two men charged with terror after nail bomb thrown at NY anti-Islam protest
Two men were charged on Monday with terrorism offences after allegedly throwing a nail bomb near an anti-Islam protest in New York over the weekend. Both US citizens are in custody and told police they were aligned with the Islamic State (IS) group, according to charging documents. Two men we»»»
Inside the Russian explosives plot that targeted the UK
Sex toys, body lotion and massage cushions were not the kind of delivery Aleksandr Suranovas usually handled. "What?" he messaged, when he was sent a photograph of the items he was being asked to post in four parcels from Lithuania to the UK and Poland. "It's what they need, and they're offering re»»»
Iraqi Judiciary Signals Action Against Factions Over Embassy Attacks
Pro-Iran factions are facing possible prosecution and conviction by Iraq’s Supreme Judicial Council, as US strikes continue to target their positions in areas suspected of launching attacks on diplomatic missions and American interests in the Kurdistan region. On Monday evening, an attack targeted »»»
Iran Police Chief Says Anti-Government Protesters Treated as ‘Enemies’
Iranian protesters will be treated as enemies if they support Tehran's foes, the country's top police officer warned, as the Middle East war sparked fears mass anti-government rallies could reignite. "If anyone comes forward in line with the wishes of the enemy, we will no longer see them as merely»»»
Labor Ministry reminds of days off due to Orozo Ait and Nooruz holidays - | 24.KG
Kyrgyzstan’s Ministry of Labor, Social Security and Migration reminded citizens about upcoming days off in connection with Orozo Ait and Nooruz holidays. According to the ministry, March 20, when Orozo Ait will be celebrated, is officially a non-working day in accordance with the Labor Code of the »»»
Bulgaria’s Fuel Prices Could Rise Depending on Duration of the Middle East Crisis
The ongoing military conflict in the Middle East is expected to influence fuel prices in Bulgaria with a lag of approximately 7 to 14 days, potentially pushing inflation in the country up by around 0.6%, according to economist Assoc. Prof. Shteryo Nozharov, who shared his assessment on NOVA NEWS. N»»»
Hazza bin Zayed offers condolences on the passing of national duty martyr Saeed Rashid Al Balushi
Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region, has offered condolences on the passing of national duty hero Captain PilotSaeed Rashid Al Balushi, martyred following a helicopter crash caused by a technical malfunction while performing his duty in the UAE. Sheikh Hazza bi»»»
Spotlight - Iran war stifles Hormuz shipping: ‘Unprecedented’ impact on oil & global economy
FRANCE 24's François Picard welcomes Jon Marks, author, political scientist and chairman/founder of Cross-border Information. Having followed energy markets for decades, Marks warns that we are in uncharted waters: the current crisis bears little resemblance to any previous shock. Analysts instinct»»»
Israeli military says it launched new ‘wave of strikes’ on Tehran
Israel's military said late Tuesday that it had unleashed a new "wave of strikes" on Tehran, shortly after a round of explosions was heard in the Iranian capital. Earlier Tuesday, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said attacks on Iran would be the “most intense” since the US launched the war 10 day»»»
Kharg Island: Iran’s ‘untouchable’ oil artery?
Some 25 kilometres off Iran’s southern coast lies a tiny island overrun by pipelines, terminals and storage facilities. This is Kharg Island – the beating heart of Iran’s oil exports – and a seemingly perfect target to weaken the Islamic Republic. But despite mounting pressure from Israel, the»»»
Live: Israel and Iran exchange strikes as missile threats escalate
Israel activated air defences on Wednesday after detecting multiple missile salvoes from Iran, while Iranian Revolutionary Guards targeted Israeli and US military sites across the Middle East. Civilians near Tel Aviv reported injuries, highlighting rising tensions and the widening scope of the regi»»»
US strikes Iranian mine-laying vessels as Middle East war intensifies
Tensions in the Middle East escalated on Tuesday as the US destroyed 16 Iranian mine-laying vessels and Iran vowed to block regional oil exports. Heavy strikes hit Iran, Lebanon, and Gulf states, with civilian casualties rising. Global markets and energy supplies face disruption as the conflict ent»»»
Bishkek City Court overturns sentence of former Tokmok mayor, orders retrial - | 24.KG
The Bishkek City Court has overturned the verdict issued by the Oktyabrsky District Court against former Tokmok mayor Maksat Nusuvaliev. The criminal case has been sent back to the district court for a new review. According to the Bishkek City Court, Nusuvaliev and the other defendants in the case »»»
Drone attacks on Sudan markets kill at least 33
A drone attack on two markets in paramilitary-controlled towns in Sudan’s West Kordofan state killed at least 33 people, according to a medical source on Sunday. Fighting between Sudan's army and the Rapid Support Forces has recently intensified in the resource-rich Kordofan region. A drone attack »»»
Landmark trial begins for Turkish opposition leader Imamoglu
Istanbul's jailed mayor Ekrem Imamoglu went on trial on Monday in a widespread corruption case which critics say is a politically motivated bid to eliminate his chances of challenging President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu went on trial on Monday with more than 400 othe»»»
Kim Jong Un oversees cruise missile launch amid U.S.-South Korea drills - UPI.com
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un (R) oversaw the test-fire of strategic cruise missiles from the naval destroyer Choe Hyon, state-run media reported Wednesday. In the photo, Kim watches the launch via video feed with his daughter Kim Ju Ae. Photo by KCNA/EPA SEOUL, March 11 (UPI) -- North Korean lea»»»
Deterrence posture against N. Korea won't be hindered regardless of potential shift of USFK's assets - UPI.com
South Korea's defense posture against North Korea will not be hindered by the shift of U.S. military assets to the Middle East, a senior presidential official said Wednesday. In this photo, taken Tuesday, air defense launchers are seen being dismantled at a U.S. THAAD base in Seongju. Photo by Yonh»»»
Lebanon’s Latest Conflict Brings Rare Public Backlash Against Hezbollah as War Flares Again
The Lebanese mother of two had just awakened to prepare the pre-dawn meal before another day of fasting during the holy month of Ramadan when Israeli warplanes began attacking southern Lebanon in retaliation for rockets and drones launched by Hezbollah. The family quickly packed up and headed towar»»»
GATE Institute Will Host Establishment of National Cancer Mission Hub
The Big Data for Smart Society Institute (GATE) with Sofia University will host a forum for the establishment of a National Cancer Mission Hub in Bulgaria on Wednesday, the institute said. The initiative is supported by the European Commission under the Horizon Europe program and is aligned with th»»»
Makhabat Tazhibek kyzy to be transferred to pretrial detention facility - | 24.KG
Journalist and head of Temirov LIVE project Makhabat Tazhibek kyzy will be transferred to a pretrial detention facility. Her lawyer, Asel Argymbaeva, told 24.kg news agency. According to her, the defense’s primary action is to demand that the state comply with the decisions of international bodies »»»
Israel Strikes Apartment Building in Central Beirut
Israeli strikes targeted an apartment building in central Beirut on Wednesday, Lebanese state media said, marking the second strike in the city in recent days. Israeli media said the strike targeted an office used by the Jamaa Islamiya group that has ties with Hezbollah. They said four people were »»»
Trump announces first new US oil refinery in 50 years with Reliance investment
Dubai: President Donald Trump has announced plans for the first new oil refinery to be built in the US in half a century, with financial backing from Reliance Industries, in a move that could reshape domestic fuel processing capacity amid heightened volatility in global energy markets. Sign up for »»»
EU bosses split over US-Israeli war against Iran
European Council President Antonio Costa has issued a rebuke to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen over her support for the war against Iran, stating on Tuesday that “freedom and human rights cannot be achieved through bombs.” In an address on Monday, von der Leyen spoke of people “»»»
Russia's deportation of Ukrainian children a 'crime against humanity', says UN inquiry
Russia's deportation and forcible transfer of "thousands" of Ukrainian children during the war in Ukraine amounts to a crime against humanity, a United Nations team of investigators said Tuesday. Moscow has failed to establish a system facilitating returns, focusing instead on long-term placem»»»
Kyiv says it hit 'key' Russian military factory in Bryansk strike, Russia says six dead
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Tuesday that a "key" military factory in Russia's western city of Bryansk had been targetted and hit in a missile strike. Russia earlier accused Kyiv of a "terrorist" attack in Bryansk that it said killed six civilians and wounded at least 37 peop»»»
Saudi defenses stop 7 drones, missiles heading for key oil field in new wave of Gulf attacks
Saudi Arabia said Wednesday it had intercepted a wave of seven drones and seven missiles heading towards a strategic oil field, as Iran renewed fire on its Gulf neighbours and their energy infrastructure. "Two drones heading towards the Shaybah oil field were intercepted and destroyed," the defence»»»
Double murder solved in Chui region of Kyrgyzstan - | 24.KG
Four suspects in the brutal murder of two men have been detained in Chui region. The press service of the Main Department of Internal Affairs of Chui region reported. According to police, on March 7, 2026, at approximately 11:04 a.m., the duty station of the Department of Internal Affairs of Moskov»»»
Number of domestic violence cases in Kyrgyzstan increased by 24 percent in 2025 - | 24.KG
The number of domestic violence cases in Kyrgyzstan increased by 24 percent in 2025. Nurgul Bakirova, Deputy Chairperson of the Supreme Court of the Kyrgyz Republic, announced at the 70th session of the UN Commission on the Status of Women in New York. According to the Supreme Court, in 2025, Kyrgy»»»
Business - Oil and stocks whipsaw on hopes of an end to Middle East war
Crude oil prices pulled back sharply after brushing $120 a barrel earlier on Monday. After hovering around $100 for most of the day, both Brent and WTI benchmarks reversed course following comments from Donald Trump suggesting the US-Israeli war with Iran could soon come to an end. As Gulf countrie»»»
Damage to Forces Attacking Iran to Grow Exponentially - Iranian Ambassador
Damage to the forces that attacked Iran will grow exponentially, Iranian Ambassador to Russia Kazem Jalali told Sputnik. "American and Israeli forces are already familiar with some of Iran's defensive capabilities ... As the aggression continues, damage to enemy forces and equipment will grow expon»»»