Gulf News 1m

Dubai Chambers’ Building Materials Group hosts ‘Solidarity Suhoor’ expressing unity, gratitude in UAE leadership

Dubai: Building materials businessmen, industry executives, and prominent Emirati figures have gathered in Dubai for a “Solidarity Suhoor” to express gratitude, trust, love, and faith for the UAE leadership and reaffirm their confidence in the country’s stability and future growth. The gathering, h»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Loud sounds in Dubai Marina, Al Sufouh after air defence interception

Dubai: Residents in parts of Dubai reported hearing loud sounds on Sunday morning, particularly in the Marina and Al Sufouh areas. According to the Dubai Media Office, the noises were the result of successful air defence interceptions carried out by authorities. Authorities confirm successful inter»»»

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Sana 2h

Damascus hosts “Al-Khair Festival” with broad consumer discounts ahead of Eid al-Fitr

DAMASCUS, Mar.15 (SANA) The Al-Khair Festival kicked off on Saturday at the Syrian Trade Hall in the Old Zahera district of Damascus, bringing together more than 80 national companies, under the sponsorship of the Ministry of Economy and Industry. The festival features a wide range of consumer prod»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Dubai property demand holds steady despite Middle East conflict

Dubai: Regional geopolitical tensions often raise concerns about economic stability and capital flows. Dubai’s property market has repeatedly demonstrated that uncertainty elsewhere can reinforce the emirate’s position as a destination for global capital. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, »»»

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UPI 3h

N. Korea launches series of missiles in show of force - UPI.com

North Korea on Saturday staged another of its show-of-force ballistic missile launches -- pictured is one launch during a test in December -- that sent 10 missiles off its west coast, which traveled more than 200 miles and landed just outside the Japanese exclusive economic zone in the Sea of Japan»»»

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BBC 3h

Russia exploiting Iran war, Zelensky says after fresh bombardment

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has accused Russia of attempting to exploit the war in the Middle East to cause "even greater destruction" in his country. He said Ukraine needed air-defence systems regardless of what was happening elsewhere. The US-Israeli war with Iran has led to many air-d»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Several insurers are bracing for losses from escalating Iran-US war

Dubai: Insurers covering ships, aircraft and political violence risks are facing rising exposure from the Iran-U.S. conflict, though losses are expected to remain manageable for large global players, according to a new report by Moody’s Ratings. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & »»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

QC set to launch ‘27th Night Challenge’ today

Tribune News Network Doha As part of its Ramadan campaign ‘Good Starts With You’, Qatar Charity (QC) will launch the ‘27th Night Challenge’ on Sunday evening under the theme ‘Warding off Calamity’, in what is expected to be the largest fundraising event on YouTube dedicated to life-saving medical i»»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

Security situation is stable: Minister

QNA Doha Minister of Interior, Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya), and Chairman of the Civil Defence Council HE Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani has affirmed that the security situation in Qatar is stable and that relevant authorities are closely monitoring regional de»»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

Philippines, Qatar step up support for Filipinos as regional tensions rise

Darlene Regis As tensions in the region continue following Iranian strikes affecting parts of the Gulf since February 28, the governments of the Philippines and Qatar have taken measures to ensure the safety and welfare of the Filipino community in Qatar. The Philippine Embassy in Qatar announced o»»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

Judicial work to continue remotely with full efficiency: SJC confirms

QNA Doha The Supreme Judiciary Council (SJC) has affirmed that judicial work will continue efficiently amid the current conditions through the constant convening of judicial hearings at courts virtually. It clarified that by operating the remote litigation system, this approach ensures the continuo»»»

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Naharnet 4h

France reportedly proposes plan to end Lebanon war that includes recognition of Israel

The French government has drafted a proposal to end the war in Lebanon that would require the Lebanese government to take the unprecedented step of recognizing Israel, three sources familiar with the details told U.S. news portal Axios. Israel and the U.S. are reviewing the proposal. The French fra»»»

Naharnet 4h

UN chief says 'diplomatic avenues' available to stop war in Lebanon

U.N. chief Antonio Guterres said Saturday on a visit to Beirut that diplomatic channels remained open to end the war between Israel and Hezbollah and urged the international community to support Lebanon. Lebanon was dragged into the Middle East war last week when Hezbollah attacked Israel in respon»»»

UPI 4h

Trump: Affected countries to help open Strait of Hormuz back up - UPI.com

President Donald Trump said Saturday that he expects a coalition of countries affected by Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz amid U.S. and Israeli attacks on the nation to help open the strait back up. Photo by Aaron Schwartz/UPI | License Photo March 14 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump on Satur»»»

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Jordan Times 5h

The cost of war and lost chance for development

Wars often show a clear economic contradiction. Huge amounts of money are spent on military operations, while many basic development needs in the world remain underfunded. The current conflict is a clear example. The cost of direct military operations is estimated at about two billion dollars every»»»

Jordan Times 5h

How is the Mideast war impacting Iraq's oil industry?

BAGHDAD — Iraq's economy depends almost entirely on its crude oil sales, now seriously threatened by the Middle East war with Iran choking the crucial Strait of Hormuz.Oil exports and production have nearly come to a standstill with the waterway all but shut by Iran's attacks and threats against sh»»»

Gulf News 5h

UAE banking services not interrupted after evacuations, branch closures, confirms Citibank

Dubai: Citibank said its operations in the UAE continue without interruption after the bank evacuated several buildings and temporarily closed some branches as a safety precaution. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.In a statement to Gulf News on Saturday, the bank said t»»»

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Sana 5h

War’s Economic Shock Spreads to Global Energy Markets and Shipping

Capitals, March 14 (SANA) – The economic fallout from the ongoing U.S.-Israeli–Iranian war is increasingly spilling into global energy markets, raising concerns about oil supply disruptions, shipping security, and rising fuel prices worldwide. The conflict, now entering its third week, has placed t»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 6h

Former President Radev on Board of Peace: Bulgaria Should Support Conflict Resolution Initiatives but Based on International Law

Approached by journalists here on Saturday, former president Rumen Radev (2017-2026) said that Bulgaria must support all initiatives aimed at preventing and resolving conflicts, but this must be based on a clear analysis of the country's responsibilities and commitments, and above all on internatio»»»

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France24 6h

Spotlight - Literature in time of crisis: world-renowned writer Azar Nafisi speaks to France 24

France 24’s Gavin Lee speaks with Azar Nafisi, Iranian-American writer, whose best-selling book "Reading Lolita in Tehran" remained on the New York Times bestseller list for over one hundred weeks. They discuss the role of literature and its subversive power in a time of war. Produced by »»»

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Jordan Times 6h

Jordan, Syria discuss strengthening trade, transport cooperation

AMMAN — Minister of Industry, Trade and Supply, Yarub Qudah, discussed in Damascus with head of the Syrian General Authority for Land and Sea Ports, Qutaiba Badawi, a number of economic and trade issues of mutual interest between the two countries.The talks on Thursday addressed ways to enhance tra»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 6h

International Conference on Institutional, Clinical Solutions One Year after Kocani Fire Held in Skopje

An international conference on the institutional and clinical aspects and solutions a year after the Kocani nightclub fire was held in Skopje on Saturday. Participating were high-ranking government officials, international experts, and medical professionals from North Macedonia and other European c»»»

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Gulf News 6h

UAE warns public against filming security incidents and spreading rumours

Abu Dhabi: The UAE’s National Media Authority has urged the public not to film security incidents or share unverified information online, warning that such actions could pose risks to public safety and community security. In a statement published on social media, the authority said community safety»»»

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RT 7h

Sweden investigates potential e-govt platform hack

The Swedish authorities have launched a probe into a potential breach of the country’s e-government platform containing sensitive information and personal data. ByteToBreach announced the security breach on the dark web early on Thursday. The hacker group posted a cache of files it claimed to have »»»

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Naharnet 7h

France proposes plan to end Lebanon war that includes recognition of Israel

The French government has drafted a proposal to end the war in Lebanon that would require the Lebanese government to take the unprecedented step of recognizing Israel, three sources familiar with the details told U.S. news portal Axios. Israel and the U.S. are reviewing the proposal. The French fra»»»

Sputnik 7h

US Could Seek to Stake Claim in Gulf Oil Trade With Kharg Island Attack – Iran Affairs Expert

Given the fact that Iran’s Kharg Island is a vital part of oil trade in the region, any attack upon it could be regarded as an attempt to seize control over a strategic spot in the Persian Gulf, Vladimir Yurtaev, member of the European Society of Experts on Iran Affairs, tells Sputnik. While the ex»»»

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BBC 7h

German philosopher and social critic Habermas dies at 96

Jürgen Habermas, one of the most influential philosophers and public intellectuals in post-war Germany, has died aged 96. Habermas, who began teaching philosophy and sociology at the University of Frankfurt in the 1960s, vocally supported the student revolt at West German universities at the time. »»»

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Qatar Tribune 7h

Fitch affirms Qatar’s strong ‘AA’ credit rating with stable outlook

DOHA: Fitch Ratings has reaffirmed the sovereign credit rating of Qatar at ‘AA’ with a stable outlook, highlighting the country’s strong financial position, high national income, and promising long-term growth prospects driven by expanding liquefied natural gas (LNG) production. The rating reflects»»»

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Al Awsat 7h

Fitch Affirms ‘AA’ Credit Rating for Qatar

Fitch Ratings affirmed Qatar's long-term foreign-currency rating at "AA" and a "stable" outlook on Friday, saying its strong balance sheet and plans to sharply increase LNG output should help cushion the impact of the escalating Middle East conflict. The US-Israel war with Iran has disrupted shipme»»»

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Daily News Egypt 7h

MSMEDA injects EGP 3.1bn in financing in Fayoum in 2025: CEO

The Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise Development Agency (MSMEDA) has injected EGP 3.1bn in financing to support 133,900 projects in Fayoum between July 2014 and December 2025, according to Bassel Rahmy, CEO of the agency. Rahmy said the financed projects have generated approximately 184,900 job o»»»

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France24 7h

Trump urges France, UK, China to help open Strait of Hormuz as Iran war enters third week

Two weeks after the US and Israel attacked Iran, prompting Tehran to block the Strait of Hormuz, US President Donald Trump on Saturday urged France, Britain, China, Japan and South Korea to help secure the shipping lane through which 20% of global oil and gas travels. Iranian strikes hit the US emb»»»

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Gulf News 8h

UAE evacuates 6,000 Emiratis and companions under emergency plans

Abu Dhabi: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) and the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) announced the successful implementation of approved evacuation plans for UAE nationals present in several countries. Approximately 6,000 citizens and their companions were s»»»

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Jordan Times 8h

Jordan’s free trade agreements drive 73% of exports in 2025 - ACC

AMMAN — Countries linked to Jordan through free trade agreements accounted for 73.2 per cent of the Kingdom’s total exports in 2025, according to data from the Amman Chamber of Commerce (ACC).Statistics cited by the Jordan News Agency, Petra, on Saturday showed that exports to countries with which »»»

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France24 8h

Cuba begins releasing prisoners and confirms US talks as island's energy crisis intensifies

Cuba's government says it has been holding talks with the US - confirming ongoing speculation - as officials try to find a way forward amidst a severe energy crisis. President Donald Trump has made no secret of his desire to see the island nation's leadership change. Details by Catherine Viette.»»»

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France24 8h

US judge quashes subpoenas in Justice Department's probe of Fed chair Powell

A federal judge on Friday quashed Justice Department subpoenas issued to the Federal Reserve in January, dealing a fresh blow to an investigation that has already attracted strong criticism on Capitol Hill. A US federal judge has quashed subpoenas issued to the Federal Reserve as part of an investi»»»

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Gulf News 8h

$5 billion surge for mega-hydro: Philippines ramps up pumped storage project financing to power renewable era

Manila: The Philippines is accelerating one of its most ambitious energy transitions yet. It involves two additional multi-billion-dollar pumped-storage hydropower projects (PSHP). As of Friday (March 13), funding has been reportedly secured for the twin PSHPs, which could help bolster the Asian co»»»

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France24 8h

Shark nets planned for €100 million Club Med resort threaten endangered species in South Africa

Scientists warn that proposed shark nets for protecting swimmers near a new €100 million Club Med resort in South Africa could threaten a host of endangered species, calling for a full environmental impact assessment to prevent endangered marine life from becoming casualties of the luxury resort pr»»»

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Gulf News 8h

Two weeks into Iran war: Hormuz oil route at centre of escalating crisis

Dubai: Two weeks after launching a war against Iran that was meant to be swift and decisive, US President Donald Trump is grappling with an escalating conflict, global economic shock and growing questions about Washington’s strategy. What the White House initially envisioned as a focused military c»»»

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Daily News Egypt 8h

Banking expert answers 10 key questions on inflation, fuel prices, USD, and interest rates

In recent days, questions have circulated widely in economic circles and among the Egyptian public about the state of the economy, particularly after inflation rose in February and fuel prices were increased recently, and what these developments may mean for the exchange rate and interest rates. Da»»»

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BNE 8h

US bombs Kharg Island, prepares for possible ground invasion

The US has bombed military installations on Iran’s critical Kharg island that is responsible for more than 90% of Iran’s oil exports and is moving thousands of troops into the Gulf in preparation for a possible ground invasion to take control of the Straits of Hormuz. »»»

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BNE 8h

Trump is fighting the Fremen in Iran

“He who can destroy a thing, controls the thing,” said Paul Atreides, the protagonist, played by Kyle MacLachlan in David Lynch’s version of Frank Herbert’s legendary sci-fi film Dune. “He who controls the spice controls the universe!” »»»

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BNE 8h

US bombs Kharg Island, prepares for possible ground invasion

The US has bombed military installations on Iran’s critical Kharg island that is responsible for more than 90% of Iran’s oil exports and is moving thousands of troops into the Gulf in preparation for a possible ground invasion to take control of the Straits of Hormuz. »»»

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BNE 8h

US bombs Kharg Island, prepares for possible ground invasion

The US has bombed military installations on Iran’s critical Kharg island that is responsible for more than 90% of Iran’s oil exports and is moving thousands of troops into the Gulf in preparation for a possible ground invasion to take control of the Straits of Hormuz. »»»

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BNE 8h

Trump is fighting the Fremen in Iran

“He who can destroy a thing, controls the thing,” said Paul Atreides, the protagonist, played by Kyle MacLachlan in David Lynch’s version of Frank Herbert’s legendary sci-fi film Dune. “He who controls the spice controls the universe!” »»»

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BNE 8h

Trump is fighting the Fremen in Iran

“He who can destroy a thing, controls the thing,” said Paul Atreides, the protagonist, played by Kyle MacLachlan in David Lynch’s version of Frank Herbert’s legendary sci-fi film Dune. “He who controls the spice controls the universe!” »»»

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BNE 8h

US bombs Kharg Island, prepares for possible ground invasion

The US has bombed military installations on Iran’s critical Kharg island that is responsible for more than 90% of Iran’s oil exports and is moving thousands of troops into the Gulf in preparation for a possible ground invasion to take control of the Straits of Hormuz. »»»

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BNE 8h

US bombs Kharg Island, prepares for possible ground invasion

The US has bombed military installations on Iran’s critical Kharg island that is responsible for more than 90% of Iran’s oil exports and is moving thousands of troops into the Gulf in preparation for a possible ground invasion to take control of the Straits of Hormuz. »»»

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BNE 8h

Trump is fighting the Fremen in Iran

“He who can destroy a thing, controls the thing,” said Paul Atreides, the protagonist, played by Kyle MacLachlan in David Lynch’s version of Frank Herbert’s legendary sci-fi film Dune. “He who controls the spice controls the universe!” »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 8h

US bombs Kharg Island, prepares for possible ground invasion

The US has bombed military installations on Iran’s critical Kharg island that is responsible for more than 90% of Iran’s oil exports and is moving thousands of troops into the Gulf in preparation for a possible ground invasion to take control of the Straits of Hormuz. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 8h

Trump is fighting the Fremen in Iran

“He who can destroy a thing, controls the thing,” said Paul Atreides, the protagonist, played by Kyle MacLachlan in David Lynch’s version of Frank Herbert’s legendary sci-fi film Dune. “He who controls the spice controls the universe!” »»»

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