Trump says ICE agents will assist airport security as DHS shutdown continues
US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents will be sent to airports to help with increasingly long lines at security checkpoints, the Trump administration has said. US President Donald Trump posted on social media that ICE agents will go to airports on Monday, while Border Czar Tom Homan t»»»
Third academic term kicks off online across UAE schools
Dubai: The third academic term for the 2025–2026 school year will begin on Monday for students across all levels in public and private schools in UAE following the Ministry of Education curriculum, with classes to be held remotely for two weeks after the spring break. The Ministry of Education has »»»
Business council leaders highlight Dubai’s resilience
Chairpersons of several country business councils operating under the Dubai Chamber of Commerce affirmed that Dubai continues to strengthen its position as a global benchmark for resilience and agility amid international developments. They attributed this to the emirate’s integrated economic model,»»»
Progressive Bulgaria Representatives in Blagoevgrad Region Identify Unlocking Talented People's Potential as Key Goal
The Progressive Bulgaria coalition launched its election campaign in Gotse Delchev with the opening of its local office and the presentation of its candidates for MPs in Blagoevgrad's 1st multi-member constituency, the coalition said. The event was attended by top-of-the-list candidate Rositsa Kara»»»
No shortage fears as UAE strengthens food security system
Sharjah: Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism and Chairman of the Supreme Committee for Consumer Protection, said that the UAE has a strong and advanced food security system that does not rely solely on local stockpiles, but is supported by an extensive network of economic rel»»»
Nikoloski: New flights from Ohrid to Bratislava, Milan to boost tourism, economy
Skopje, 17 March 2026 (MIA) — As of March 17, travelers can fly directly from Ohrid’s St. Paul the Apostle Airport to Bratislava, with a new flight to Milan launching March 29, according to Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport Aleksandar Nikoloski. In a Facebook post, Nikoloski said the »»»
UAE reviews national preparedness to tackle current challenges
Abu Dhabi: The UAE’s Higher Committee for Internal Security held a meeting on Sunday to review national preparedness and strengthen readiness to address current challenges. The meeting, chaired by Major General Khalifa Hareb Al Khaili, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Interior, focused on ensuring»»»
Iran Threatens to Retaliate against Gulf Energy and Water after Trump Ultimatum
Iran said on Sunday it would strike the energy and water systems of its Gulf neighbors in retaliation if US President Donald Trump follows through with a threat to hit Iran's electricity grid in 48 hours, escalating the three-week-old war. The prospect of tit-for-tat strikes on civilian infrastruct»»»
Tunisia and North Rhine-Westphalia discuss strengthening parliamentary and economic cooperation
Tunis, March 22 (TAP) – Tunisia’s Consul General in Düsseldorf (West Germany), Mustapha Ziri, met with Stefan Engstfeld, Chair of the Committee for European and International Affairs in the parliament of the North Rhine-Westphalia.The meeting...»»»
Ceasefire Efforts Enter an 'Open-Ended Pause,' Alarming Lebanese
Lebanese-US efforts to secure a ceasefire have entered a prolonged “open-ended pause,” with no clear indication of when it might end, while the decisive factor remains tied to developments on the ground as the war between Hezbollah and Israel in the south reaches its peak. This has raised concern a»»»
Treasury's Bessent Says US Has 'Plenty' of Funds for Iran War
The US government has "plenty of money" to fund the war against Iran, but is requesting supplemental funding from Congress to ensure the military is well supplied in the future, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Sunday. Bessent, speaking on NBC News' "Meet the Press" program, also ruled o»»»
Szijjarto Accuses Polish Leadership of Spreading Fake News to Support Hungarian Opposition
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto on Sunday accused Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk and Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski of spreading fake news to support the Hungarian opposition. On their X accounts, Tusk and Sikorski responded to a post alleging that Szijja»»»
Ceasefire Efforts Enter an 'Open-Ended Pause,' Unsettling Lebanese
Lebanese-US efforts to secure a ceasefire have entered a prolonged “open-ended pause,” with no clear indication of when it might end, while the decisive factor remains tied to developments on the ground as the war between Hezbollah and Israel in the south reaches its peak. This has raised concern a»»»
Iran vows to hit regional water infrastructure if attacked
Paris: Attacks on water systems are uncommon in wartime, but Iran has threatened to target desalination plants after it said its own water and energy infrastructure had sustained damage in the ongoing war with Israel and the US. What has Iran said?Iran's military renewed its threats on Sunday again»»»
Middle East War: IACE warns of economic risks for Tunisia, recommends mitigation measures
Tunis, March 22 (TAP) - The Arab Institute of Business Leaders (IACE) has warned about the risks facing the Tunisian economy due to the war in the Middle East, calling on authorities to implement short- and medium-term mitigation measures to...»»»
Cuba ready for potential US attack but wants dialogue
Washington: A top Cuban diplomat said the communist-led island is making preparations in the event of a potential US attack, but insisted it has "no quarrel" with Washington, according to an interview that aired Sunday. "Our military is always prepared. And in fact it is preparing these days for th»»»
Iran Has Fired 400 Missiles at Israel, 92% Intercepted since Start of War
Israel's military said on Sunday that Iran had fired more than 400 ballistic missiles at Israel since the start of the Middle East war, with around 92 percent of them intercepted. The figures were announced a day after Iranian missiles struck two towns in southern Israel, leaving around 175 people »»»
Israel PM Visits Town Hit by Iran Strike, Vows to Target Guards Leaders
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed on Sunday to pursue senior commanders of Iran's Revolutionary Guards "personally", during a visit to a town struck by an Iranian missile the previous day. "We're going after the regime. We're going after the IRGC, this criminal gang," Netanyahu said, »»»
War costs rise as economic strain, political divisions grow in Washington
Washington, March 22 (SANA) Concerns are mounting over the rising cost of the U.S. war against Iran and its impact on the domestic economy and global stability, as Washington’s strategic objectives evolve. Rising costs strain the economy Estimates from research institutions, including the Center fo»»»
US‑Israel war with Iran Day 23: What UAE residents need to know today
Dubai: UAE air defences intercepted multiple ballistic missiles and drones launched from Iran, ensuring public safety across the country. Residents were advised to stay updated on travel and flight schedules, while authorities highlighted key measures to strengthen infrastructure, electricity, wate»»»
UAE extends condolences to Qatar and Türkiye after fatal helicopter crash
Abu Dhabi: The UAE has expressed its solidarity and sincere condolences to Qatar and Türkiye following the deaths of seven personnel in a helicopter crash in Qatar’s territorial waters during a routine mission. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs extended its heartfelt sympathies to the»»»
Cuba scrambles to restore power after new blackout
Havana: Cuban authorities scrambled Sunday to restore power to the island after the second nationwide blackout in less than a week, as the grid struggles due to an aging infrastructure and a US oil blockade. Some parts of Havana began to have power again, but others were still dark early Sunday, a »»»
Military Action Against Iran Bring People Together Around Its Leadership - Kremlin
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Military actions against Iran have led to greater unity of the Iranian people around the country's leadership, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said. "We see that, unfortunately, the war is spreading. We all know that at the start of this campaign - this aggression - the goal was,»»»
Philippines: ₱2.49 billion fuel subsidies fast-tracked, ₱18.65 billion for infrastructure jobs amid oil price surge
Manila: As fuel prices continue to climb, the Philippines Department of Budget and Management (DBM) said it had expedited the release of ₱2.49 billion ($41.40 million) to fund fuel subsidies for the transport sector under the Department of Transportation (DOTr). Based on government data, the fuel s»»»
Qatar Airways warns refunds may take longer amid operational challenges
Doha, Qatar: Qatar Airways has said it is working to process and resolve refund requests as quickly as possible, while signalling that some cases may take longer than usual due to the current operational challenges facing the airline. In a social media post, the airline noted that customers with co»»»
Hashtag “Sisi is my leader and proud” leads twitter
Hashtag «Sisi is my leader and proud» lead «Twitter» over the past days, with variable comments expressing the people’s belief and support to the president’s efforts in meeting Egypt’s long rooted challenges on all fronts, with comments praising the strong arm that delivered safety and security to »»»
Netanyahu visits town hit by Iran strike, vows to target Guards leaders
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed on Sunday to pursue senior commanders of Iran's Revolutionary Guards "personally", during a visit to an Israeli town struck by an Iranian missile the previous day. "We're going after the regime. We're going after the IRGC, this criminal gang," Netanya»»»
Trump’s 48-hour ultimatum intensifies Hormuz battle: Why forcing the strait open is high risk
Dubai: As the war between the United States and Iran enters its fourth week, the Strait of Hormuz has become the conflict’s most critical — and volatile — battlefield. The narrow chokepoint, through which a significant share of the world’s oil passes, is now effectively paralysed. Iran has largely »»»
UAE air defences engage 4 ballistic missiles, 25 UAVs on March 22
Dubai: UAE air defence systems on March 22, 2026, intercepted four ballistic missiles and 25 UAVs launched from Iran. Since the start of what authorities described as blatant Iranian aggression, UAE air defences have intercepted 345 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles, and 1,773 UAVs. Also Read:»»»
Education Minister Calls for April Uprising Commemoration Day, Addresses Elections, School Oversight, Tuition Fees
Caretaker Education Minister Sergei Ignatov said in an interview on Nova TV on Sunday morning, “We want to make April 20 a permanent school-attendance day without classes, dedicated to commemorating the April Uprising.” “The day after elections is usually problematic, some schools cannot reopen bec»»»
Türkiye pushes for diplomatic solution to U.S.-Israel-Iran conflict
Ankara, March 22 (SANA) Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said Türkiye is pursuing diplomatic efforts and regional initiatives to help end the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran. Fidan said recent discussions, including a ministerial meeting in Riyadh, focused on ways »»»
Can nations save the shorebird that flies 30,000 km a year?
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil: Chasing an endless summer, one shorebird species undertakes a grueling annual journey from the Arctic to the tip of South America and back -- a feat increasingly fraught with peril. The Hudsonian godwit (Limosa haemastica) is one of the world's most remarkable travelers, but»»»
Israeli Settlers Smash Cars and Set Fires in Attacks on Palestinians in the West Bank
Israeli settlers rampaged through multiple Palestinian villages overnight Saturday and into Sunday, smashing cars, setting fires and wounding several men in the latest flare-up of violence in the occupied West Bank. The official Palestinian news agency WAFA reported attacks in at least six communit»»»
UAE has advanced cyber system to protect national security, official says
The UAE continues to strengthen its digital security framework as part of national efforts to protect vital sectors and ensure stability in the rapidly evolving cyber space, a senior official has said. Dr. Mohamed Hamad Al Kuwaiti, Head of the UAE Government Cybersecurity Council, said the country »»»
6 fuel ships to Australia cancelled or deferred: Energy minister
Canberra, Australia: Six fuel ships bound for Australia next month have been cancelled or deferred, Energy Minister Chris Bowen said on Sunday. Six ships from Malaysia, Singapore and South Korea, which had been expected to arrive next month, were cancelled or deferred, among over 80 ships expected »»»
UAE gold at Dh541: Buy now, save up to Dh100 per gram - here's how
Dubai: Gold prices in Dubai have fallen to around Dh541 per gram for 24K, placing current rates nearly Dh100 below levels seen just weeks ago. 22K gold currently costs Dh501.50 and 21K costs Dh480.75 per gram. Check latest UAE gold prices here, alongside prices in Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain»»»
Dubai Police warn residents: Never share banking details with callers
Dubai: Dubai Police has launched a strategic initiative to combat financial fraud in collaboration with more than 40 government, semi-government and private sector entities, aiming to strengthen community awareness and enhance prevention measures across the emirate. The initiative, led by the Crime»»»
National Assembly Chair: Veliko Tarnovo Brings Together Bulgaria's Past, Present, Future
Veliko Tarnovo is a splendor, which brings together Bulgaria's past, the beauty of the present and the optimism for the future, National Assembly Chair Raya Nazaryan said on the occasion of the town's holiday on Sunday. Nazaryan pointed out that there is no Bulgarian who has not felt pride and admi»»»
GCC renews condemnation of ongoing Iranian attacks, calls for international action
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has renewed its strong condemnation and denunciation of the continued Iranian attacks on member states, including the deliberate targeting of infrastructure and oil facilities, in flagrant violation of international law and norms, and a direct threat to regional s»»»
Modi makes history, becomes longest-serving head of government
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday became the longest-serving head of an elected government in India’s history, surpassing the record of Pawan Kumar Chamling, who served as Sikkim’s chief minister for over 24 years. With 8,931 days in office, combining his tenure as Gujarat Chief Min»»»
How Abu Dhabi is ensuring uninterrupted electricity and water even during emergencies
Abu Dhabi continues to enhance its preparedness to ensure the sustainable supply of electricity and water, within the framework of a comprehensive strategic vision based on efficiency, resilience, and rapid response to various conditions, including crises and emergencies. In this context, the Chair»»»
Cuba Hit by Second Nationwide Blackout in a Week
Cuba plunged into darkness for the second time in less than a week on Saturday after its national power network failed again, strained by aging infrastructure and a US oil blockade. As night fell, Havana's streets were mostly pitch black, with people navigating using phone lights or flashlights, ju»»»
Why the Trump administration is easing sanctions on certain Iranian oil stockpiles
Reuters- Cargo ships in the Gulf, near the Strait of Hormuz, are seen from northern Ras al-Khaimah, near the border with Oman’s Musandam governance, on March 11, 2026. Stringer/Reuters Trump administration officials are making a desperate push to secure every available barrel of oil amid a worsenin»»»
Property tax exemption for primary residences raised to LE 8 million: Finance Minister
Minister of Finance Ahmed Kouchouk has announced a suite of unprecedented tax facilities and incentives designed to alleviate financial pressures on Egyptian citizens. Central to the new measures is the decision to raise the property tax exemption threshold for primary residences to LE 8 million, e»»»
Expert warns of $200 oil in ‘greatest energy crisis in history’
International energy consultant Mamdouh Salameh warned that the ongoing closure of the Strait of Hormuz—even for a brief period—will trigger a massive surge in oil prices, predicting that Brent crude could exceed $120 per barrel within days. Speaking to Al Qahera News, Salameh explained that a six-»»»
Flight status for March 22: Check these updates before you fly out or into UAE
Dubai: Airlines operating in and out of the UAE warned of continued disruption on Sunday, as unstable weather and regional airspace constraints forced delays, cancellations and rerouting across multiple networks. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Carriers including IndiG»»»
World Water Day: How UAE champions global fight for clean water for 2.1b people
Dubai: The UAE is spearheading a global movement to secure clean water for billions of people, backing its ambitions with a $150m international initiative, world-leading desalination technology, and a starring role at the upcoming UN Water Conference 2026, in what is seen as a clear signal that the»»»
GCC condemns Iran attacks as escalation threatening Gulf security
Riyadh, March 22 (SANA) The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) on Sunday condemned the continued Iranian attacks on its member states, warning they represent an escalation that threatens regional stability and global energy supplies. GCC Secretary-General Jassim Mohammed Al-Budaiwi said in a statement »»»
Jazeera Airways resumes Egypt flights via Saudi Arabia
Jazeera Airways announced Sunday that it will resume commercial flights to and from Sohag in Egypt via Saudi Arabia’s Qaisumah Airport, starting March 29. Passengers will complete check-in at Jazeera Airways’ center at Mishref International Fairground Hall 8, before being transported by bus to Qais»»»
Three weeks on, weakened but defiant: Why Iran may prolong the war despite heavy losses
Dubai: The losses at the top of Iran’s power structure have been staggering. The Supreme Leader is dead. His successor, Mojtaba Khamenei, has not been seen in public since the strike that killed his father — raising fresh questions over who is actually running the country. Ali Larijani, the regime’»»»