KUWAIT, March 1 (KUNA) -- Kuwaiti Minister of Commerce and Industry Osama Boodai issued a decision on Sunday, banning the export of all types of food commodities in order to protect consumers and enhance market stability.The decision stipulates the prohibition of exporting all types of food commodi»»»

KUWAIT, March 1 (KUNA) -- His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah received on Sunday a telephone call from Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmad Ali.During the call, Abiy stressed Ethiopia's strong condemnation and denunciation of the atrocious attack as a violation of Kuw»»»

KUWAIT, March 1 (KUNA) -- Kuwaiti Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah reiterated Kuwait's condemnation of the heinous Iranian attacks that targeted the country during the past two days.Sheikh Jarrah made the remarks while addressing the 50th extraordinary videoconferen»»»

KUWAIT, March 1 (KUNA) -- His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah received on Sunday a telephone call from Mauritanian President Mohammad Ould Cheikh El Ghazouan.During the call, the Mauritanian President reassured about Kuwait, its leadership and people following the he»»»

KUWAIT, March 1 (KUNA) -- His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah received on Sunday a telephone call from the president of the Libyan Presidential Council Dr. Mohammad Al-Menfi.During the call, President Al-Menfi reassured about Kuwait, its leadership and people in the »»»

KUWAIT, March 1 (KUNA) -- His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah on Sunday evening received a call from Swiss Confederation President Guy Parmelin, who condemned the heinous Iranian attack on Kuwait's territory.During the phone conversation, the Swiss President voiced h»»»

KUWAIT, March 1 (KUNA) -- His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah received on Sunday a telephone call from Iraq's Prime Minister Mohammad Al-Sudani.During the call, Al-Sudani got reassured about Kuwait, its leadership and people, stressing Iraq's strong condemnation and »»»

WASHINGTON, March 1 (KUNA) - Ambassadors of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) to the United States expressed, in a statement sent to US Secretary State Marco Rubio on Sunday, their strongest condemnation of the recent Iranian missile attacks targeting GCC countries.The GCC Ambassadors stressed that Ir»»»

WASHINGTON, March 1 (KUNA) -- Three people were killed and 14 others injured in a shooting in Austin in the US state of Texas on Sunday, according to US police said."Around 2 a.m. this morning, Sunday, March 1, 2026, Austin Police (APD) officers responded to an Active Attack in the 700 block of Wes»»»

LONDON, March 1 (KUNA) -- UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Sunday that the US has asked permission to use British bases to target locations where Iranian missiles were stored and launched, indicated that it was granted.In a video posted on X, Starmer said, "The United States has requested permis»»»

1 of 5 | President Donald Trump awards retired Command Sgt. Maj Terry P. Richardson with the Medal of Honor during a ceremony in the East Room of the White House Monday. In 1968, Richardson saved the lives of 85 soldiers. Photo by Annabelle Gordon/UPI | License Photo March 2 (UPI) -- President Dona»»»

Geneva: The State of Qatar reiterated its condemnation in the strongest terms of the Iranian attacks that targeted its territory, considering them a clear violation of its sovereignty, territorial integrity and security, and a clear breach of the rules of international law and the principles set fo»»»

KUWAIT, March 1 (KUNA) -- Kuwait's First Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Sheikh Fahad Yusuf Saud Al-Sabah went to Adan Hospital to check on those injured in recent Iranian attacks on Kuwait.The move came as part of continued follow of the current developments the country is going throug»»»

KUWAIT, March 1 (KUNA) -- Acting Deputy Chief for Civil Protection at Kuwait Fire Force (KFF) Brigadier General Omar Bouresli conducted on Sunday an inspection visit to Doha Port security point.The visit aimed to review all preparations and ensure the readiness of the force participating in securin»»»

BRUSSELS, March 1 (KUNA) -- European Commission (EC) Chief Ursula Von der Leyen on Sunday discussed key regional and international developments and ongoing efforts to support stability at both the regional and global levels.The discussions took place during a phone call described by von der Leyen a»»»

AMMAN, March 1 (KUNA) -- The Jordanian Foreign Ministry summoned the charge dآ’affaires of the Iranian embassy in Amman on Sunday and delivered a strongly worded protest message to his government over attacks on Jordanian territory and other Arab countries.In a press statement, the ministry's spoke»»»

DOHA, March 1 (KUNA) -- The Gulf Club Champions League semi-finals were adjourned until further notice, the Arab Gulf Cup Football Federation (AGCFF) said on Sunday.In a statement, the federation added that the move came in light of these current conditions and security developments in the region, »»»

RIYADH, March 1 (KUNA) -- Gulf Cooperation Council countries will take all necessary measures to safeguard their security, stability and territorial integrity including the right to retaliate against "unjustified" Iranian aggression, top diplomats of six-nation GCC said.Foreign Ministers of Kuwait,»»»

KUWAIT, March 1 (KUNA) -- His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah on Sunday paid an inspection tour of the national control center of the Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy.Accompanied by Minister of Public Works and Acting Minister of Electricity, W»»»

BRUSSELS, March 1 (KUNA) -- The European Union on Sunday evening called for maximum restraint, protection of civilians and full respect of international law, including the principles of the United Nations Charter and international humanitarian law, considering the rapid developments in Iran and the»»»

CAIRO, March 1 (KUNA) -- Egypt's President Abdelfattah Al-Sisi affirmed on Sunday his country's rejection of any attack against any state, warding against the repercussions of shutting down the Strait of Hormuz and the continuation of this war.Al-Sisi made the statement during the Iftar (fast-break»»»

MANAMA, March 1 (KUNA) -- US President Donald Trump condemned during a phone call Sunday with the King of Bahrain Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the Iranian aggression that targeted Bahraini territories.He affirmed the US support and solidarity with Bahrain and its readiness to provide all forms of assi»»»

KUWAIT, March 1 (KUNA) -- Kuwait Zakat House announced on Sunday the suspension of the distribution of Iftar banquet meals in order to avoid gatherings and to ensure the safety of those fasting, in light of the current circumstances facing the country.Acting Director General of Kuwait Zakat House, »»»

Chet Hanks, the son of actors Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson, remains stranded in Colombia after encountering travel complications while attempting to return to the United States on his Greek passport. Hanks, 35, who holds Greek citizenship through his mother’s heritage, opted to travel using his Greek »»»

1 of 5 | Prince Harry arrives at the Royal Courts of Justice for the first day of the trial against Associated Newspapers Ltd. in London on January 19. Harry gave his evidence, and the case itself is expected to last nine weeks. Other claimants include Elton John, Elizabeth Hurley and Sadie Frost. »»»

A man who escaped from a guarded hospital ward in Thessaloniki on Clean Monday was sentenced to six months in prison by a local court, authorities said. The 47-year-old had been detained under a warrant after allegedly violating restrictive conditions tied to a previous release. He had been serving»»»

DOHA: Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) announced that it continues to operate a full range of emergency and routine services across its hospital network. The Corporation said that all outpatient clinics are running as scheduled, adding that patients who wish to reschedule an existing outpatient appo»»»

Doha Qatar's Ministry of Interior has emphasized the importance of remaining at home or in enclosed spaces to ensure public safety amid the current exceptional circumstances in the region. A ministry statement on X platform recommended staying indoors as an effective precautionary measure to reduce»»»

Argentinian President Javier Milei reacts during the opening of the 144th Ordinary Session of the National Congress in Buenos Aires, on Sunday. Milei addressed the nation on key initiatives for his administration. Photo by Ignacio Roncoroni/EPA BUENOS AIRES, March 2 (UPI) -- Argentine President Jav»»»

DOHA: Qatar's Ministry of Interior has emphasized the importance of remaining at home or in enclosed spaces to ensure public safety amid the current exceptional circumstances in the region. A ministry statement on X platform recommended staying indoors as an effective precautionary measure to reduc»»»

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi (R) shakes hands with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney (L) in New Delhi, India, on Monday. Photo by Harish Tyagi/EPA March 2 (UPI) -- Canada and India agreed on several deals Monday including a 10-year nuclear energy deal and a goal to reach $50 billion in tra»»»

On the occasion of Bulgaria’s National Day, the facade of Bulgarian News Agency (BTA) was illuminated in the colours of the Bulgarian tricolour on Monday. The facade will remain lit in white, green and red on Tuesday evening as well. On March 3, Bulgaria will mark 148 years since its Liberation fro»»»

Iranian officials said Monday that Tehran had prepared for a prolonged confrontation and would continue targeting U.S. bases across the region, as fighting with the United States and Israel entered its third day and expanded across multiple fronts. Ali Larijani, secretary of Iran’s Supreme National»»»

Authorities at two Greek prisons foiled attempts to smuggle mobile phones and other contraband into their facilities using drones over the weekend. At the Drama prison in northern Greece, a security guard early Saturday spotted an unmanned aerial vehicle approaching the yard while inmates were outs»»»

The Central Election Commission (CEC) Monday declared Veniamin Vodenicharov elected as a Member of Parliament from the list of the Vazrazhdane party on Monday. Later in the day CEC revoked its decision, as Vodenicharov was fifth on the party list, and announced Viktor Papazov, who was fourth on the»»»

HBO Max will be merged into Paramount+ once the purchase of Warner Bros. Discovery by Paramount Skydance is approved. File Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo March 2 (UPI) -- Paramount will combine Paramount+ and HBO Max into one streaming service if the merger of Paramount Skydance and Wa»»»

Chinag has established at least 11 space facilities in Latin America that could strengthen the surveillance and intelligence capabilities of the People’s Liberation Army, according to a new report..File Photo by Wu Hong/EPA March 2 (UPI) -- The U.S. House Select Committee on China warned that Beiji»»»

Doha, Qatar: Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) has confirmed that a full range of emergency and routine healthcare services is continuing across its hospital network, while urging patients to make use of the Lbaih mobile application for faster and more convenient access to services. HMC said all outp»»»

The Disney Adventure cruise ship on on February 2 became the largest passenger vessel by capacity and gross tonnage to transit the Panama Canal, the canal administration reported. Photo by Bienvenido Velasco/EPA March 2 (UPI) -- The government of Panama has launched a diplomatic push to expand inte»»»

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has drawn mockery for her response to the Iran crisis after announcing that an emergency meeting on the situation can wait until after EU bureaucrats enjoy their weekend. US-Israeli strikes on Iran began on Saturday, killing Iranian Supreme Leader »»»

Closure of the Strait of Hormuz sends shockwaves through markets, with Citi projecting Brent crude could surge to $80–$90 a barrel (bbl) this week. "According to market reports, war risk underwriters began canceling policies for strait transits hours after Operation Epic Fury launched," Dr. Tilak K»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Amir, HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, received a phone call from the Prime Minister of the friendly Italian Republic, HE Giorgia Meloni. At the outset of the call, HE the Italian Prime Minister inquired about the situation in the State of Qatar following the Iranian aggression,»»»

Just a day before Bulgaria’s national holiday on March 3, Russian Ambassador Eleonora Mitrofanova made a striking appearance on Shipka Peak, using the occasion to openly criticize the caretaker government. Speaking to the state-run TASS news agency, Mitrofanova said the tone of Bulgaria’s new autho»»»

By Wade SheridanProtests erupt in Iran on Sunday following the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran. Thousands of targets within Iran's borders have been hit as the United States and Israel continue to expand the scope of their attacks. An Iranian woman holds a portrait of Ayatollah Ali Khamen»»»

The U.S. Supreme Court is hearing oral arguments on Monday in United States vs. Hemani, challenging a law barring illegal drug users from owning guns. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI. | License Photo March 2 (UPI) -- The U.S. Supreme Court is hearing oral arguments on Monday in a case challenging the»»»

Two men arrested Sunday morning for migrant smuggling after transporting 58 migrants to the Greek island of Rhodes have been charged with felony-level offenses, local authorities said. The suspects, both Turkish nationals, were apprehended following a pursuit by officers of the Hellenic Coast Guard»»»

Private debt funds are gaining popularity in Poland’s real estate market, even though bank loans have become more accessible due to excess liquidity. While more expensive than traditional credit, private debt offers greater flexibility, faster decision-making, and broader collateral structures, mak»»»

Sofia Mayor Vassil Terziev announced the creation of the Strategic Projects Department and approved a list of key priority projects and within the new organizational structure of the municipal administration, the municipal press centre said on Monday. The Municipality pointed out that among the app»»»

Smoke billows after an Israeli airstrike in Bourj Al Barajneh, in the southern suburbs of Beirut, Lebanon, on Monday. The Israeli military said it is conducting strikes across the country targeting Hezbollah infrastructure and personnel. Photo by Wael Hamzeh/EPA BEIRUT, Lebanon, March 2 (UPI) -- Le»»»

A researcher explains the newly discovered 1633 work "The Vision of Zechariah in the Temple" by artist Rembrandt van Rijn in the studio building of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Netherlands, Monday. The painting had been lost for decades. Photo by Koen van Weel/EPA March 2 (UPI) -- Art experts in t»»»