The Peninsula 1m

Security situation in Qatar is stable; authorities closely monitor regional developments: Interior Minister

Doha: Minister of Interior, Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya), and Chairman of the Civil Defense Council HE Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani affirmed that the security situation in the State of Qatar is stable and that relevant authorities are closely monitoring regio»»»

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Sana 10m

Syria welcomes UN commission report, reaffirms commitment to accountability

Damascus, March 13 (SANA) – The Syrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates said the government has reviewed the latest report issued by the Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Syria, affirming its commitment to accountability, institutional reform and the protection of human »»»

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BBC 17m

Tourism was booming in Cyprus, then a drone hit

"They keep giving me free beer" John Jones from Queensferry in North Wales is having the time of his life, sipping foamy cold larger by a glistening pool. He and family have dozens of empty loungers to choose from at their resort a few miles from Ayia Napa, where management are clearly keen to keep»»»

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Sana 34m

Chile signs rare minerals cooperation agreement with United States

Santiago, March 13 (SANA) – Chile has signed a memorandum of understanding with the United States to cooperate on the supply of critical rare minerals, Chile’s Foreign Ministry announced Friday. According to a ministry statement cited by AFP, the agreement commits both countries to exploring public»»»

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RT 40m

Canada unveils Arctic militarization plan

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced a multibillion-dollar plan to increase the country’s military presence in the Arctic. NATO, of which Canada is a member, has been actively ramping up its military footprint in the strategically important region in recent years, citing a perceived Ru»»»

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BBC 41m

Trial starts in case of explosives sent to UK and Poland

The trial has opened in the Polish capital, Warsaw, of five men suspected of involvement in sending parcels containing a liquid high explosive to the UK and Poland on behalf of Russian intelligence. The men, who are Ukrainian and Russian citizens, have been charged with participating in an act of t»»»

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Gulf News 46m

UAE issues safety advisory on debris from aerial interceptions

Abu Dhabi: The UAE’s National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) has urged the public to keep a safe distance from any debris and report sightings immediately to authorities. In a public safety advisory issued on social media, the authority warned residents not to approach, »»»

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UPI 56m

21 people arrested for photos and videos of Iran attacks in Dubai - UPI.com

1 of 2 | A damaged building stands in the Dubai International Financial Center. The damage was caused by debris from the interception of an Iranian drone attack in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Friday. Those in the UAE are being warned not to take photos or videos of damage or they could be charged »»»

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Gulf News 58m

UAE launches photography award celebrating family ties

Abu Dhabi: Majalis Abu Dhabi at the Citizens and Community Affairs Office of the Presidential Court, in cooperation with Creative Lab, has opened submissions for the “Family in Frame Award”, a nationwide photography competition aimed at highlighting the importance of family ties and shared values i»»»

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BBC 59m

Judge says 'no evidence' to justify Federal Reserve probe

A US judge has blocked a Department of Justice investigation of the Federal Reserve in a closely watched case that has raised concerns about political pressure on the central bank and complicated White House efforts to install a new person to lead it. In his Friday ruling, Judge James Boasberg said»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Qatar sends eighth identical letter to UN, UNSC regarding Iranian aggression on its territory

New York: The State of Qatar has sent its eighth identical letter to HE Secretary-General of the United Nations Antonio Guterres, and HE Permanent Representative of the United States of America to the United Nations and President of the Security Council for the month of March, Michael Waltz, regard»»»

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Al Manar 1h

Palestinian Factions Salute Hezbollah, Iran on Al-Quds Day

On International Al-Quds Day, we commend the missile strikes carried out by the Iranian Revolutionary Guard targeting the Zionist enemy entity, as part of the ongoing bombardment operations against the entity, using high-quality and cluster missiles, which healed the hearts of our wounded people, a»»»

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Al Manar 1h

Sheikh Qassem: It is the Israeli aggression that must end, not the resistance, and no one will dictate our nation’s destiny, its choices, or the way its people live - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Sheikh Qassem: It is the Israeli aggression that must end, not the resistance, and no one will dictate our nation’s destiny, its choices, o»»»

Al Manar 1h

Sheikh Qassem: Confident in victory, we will stand as an unyielding barrier to the Israeli enemy, empowered by our faith, determination, and strength - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Sheikh Qassem: Confident in victory, we will stand as an unyielding barrier to the Israeli enemy, empowered by our faith, determination, an»»»

Al Manar 1h

Sheikh Qassem: The cessation of aggression, withdrawal from occupied territories, release of prisoners, return of displaced people, and the start of reconstruction are the conditions for the resistance to end this battle - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Sheikh Qassem: The cessation of aggression, withdrawal from occupied territories, release of prisoners, return of displaced people, and the»»»

Sana 1h

Agreement with Jordan expands access for Syrian trucks to Aqaba Port

Damascus, March 13 (SANA) – Syria’s General Authority for Land and Sea Ports said a new agreement with Jordan will allow Syrian trucks carrying Syrian-origin goods to enter Jordan directly and reach Aqaba Port for loading and unloading operations. Director of Relations at the authority Mazen Allous»»»

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Naharnet 1h

Man who attacked Michigan synagogue lost relatives in Israeli strike in Lebanon

A man with a rifle who crashed into a large Michigan synagogue in what federal officials say was an attack had lost four family members in an Israeli airstrike in his native Lebanon last week, an official said Friday. Ayman Mohamad Ghazali, 41, a naturalized U.S. citizen born in Lebanon, was killed»»»

Naharnet 1h

Israel's military cuts major roads in southern Lebanon

The strikes on roads and bridges come as Israel's military says it is sending more forces to the front along the border with Lebanon. Lebanon’s National News Agency said Israel’s air force twice struck the Jardali road linking the southern city of Nabatiyeh with the town of Marjayoun. Strikes also »»»

UPI 1h

Michigan Gov. Whitmer calls synagogue attack anti-Semitism - UPI.com

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Friday said that an attack earlier this week on a West Bloomfield temple was "anti-Semitism -- plain and simple." File Photo by Andrew Harrer/UPI | License Photo March 13 (UPI) -- Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Friday thanked security personnel for risking their»»»

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Gulf News 1h

UAE media professionals gather for Ramadan Suhoor

Abu Dhabi: The National Media Office in the United Arab Emirates organised a Ramadan Suhoor gathering, bringing together an elite group of officials, experts and media professionals from various media institutions across the country. The evening was marked by a warm and friendly atmosphere that ref»»»

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BBC 1h

Austrian glaciers disintegrating due to climate change, say scientists

Scientists are warning that glaciers in the Austrian Alps are not just shrinking, but are disintegrating, because of climate change. The latest report on glaciers by the Austrian Alpine Club say they "continue to shrink dramatically in length, area and volume". "Many glaciers are not only shrinking»»»

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Al Manar 1h

Sheikh Qassem: Having learned from the “Mighty Warriors” battle, we stress that the enemy is incapable of accomplishing its goals - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Sheikh Qassem: Having learned from the “Mighty Warriors” battle, we stress that the enemy is incapable of accomplishing its goals 13-03-202»»»

Al Manar 1h

Sheikh Qassem: We are ready for a long confrontation, and God willing, the Israeli enemy will be surprised on the battlefield, see our strength firsthand, and their threats will not deter us - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Sheikh Qassem: We are ready for a long confrontation, and God willing, the Israeli enemy will be surprised on the battlefield, see our stre»»»

Al Manar 1h

Sheikh Qassem: Hezbollah fighters are propelled by extraordinary zeal and devotion, acting as self-sacrificing fighters ready for direct confrontation - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Sheikh Qassem: Hezbollah fighters are propelled by extraordinary zeal and devotion, acting as self-sacrificing fighters ready for direct co»»»

Al Awsat 1h

Syria, Lebanon Test Ties Amid Regional Escalation

Before a March 10 phone call between Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun to discuss regional developments and their impact on the security and stability of both countries and the wider region, it appeared the two leaders had not been in direct contact since each assu»»»

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UPI 1h

Australian man convicted of selling info to possible Chinese spies - UPI.com

March 13 (UPI) -- An Australian businessman was found guilty Friday of selling information to two people believed to be Chinese spies. Alexander Csergo, 59, was convicted of reckless foreign interference in a Sydney court after compiling reports for two people he knew as Ken and Evelyn in Shanghai »»»

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Albanian Daily News 1h

Albania Monitoring Citizens in Middle East as Conflict Escalates, Foreign Minister Says

Albania’s Foreign Minister Ferit Hoxha told lawmakers on Friday that authorities are closely monitoring the situation of Albanian citizens in the Middle East following the escalation of conflict in the region. Speaking at a hearing in the Foreign Affairs Committee of the Albanian Parliament, Hoxha »»»

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Gulf News 1h

UAE President and Ethiopian Prime Minister discuss cooperation and regional developments

Abu Dhabi: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Dr Abiy Ahmed, Prime Minister of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, today discussed bilateral cooperation, particularly in the economic, trade, and development sectors, as well as opportunities to advance ties in»»»

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UPI 2h

Brazil's Bolsonaro hospitalized with bacterial pneumonia - UPI.com

The son of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, Sen. Flavio Bolsonaro, reacts outside the hospital where his father was taken in Brasilia, Brazil, on Friday. Jair Bolsonaro, has been imprisoned in a Brasilia penitentiary after being sentenced to 27 years in prison for his role in a coup attem»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Sharjah Police announce comprehensive security plan for Laylat Al Qadr and Eid Al Fitr

Sharjah: Sharjah Police have announced a comprehensive security and traffic plan to ensure public safety and smooth movement across the emirate ahead of the 27th night of Ramadan and the upcoming Eid Al Fitr celebrations. The General Command of Sharjah Police said the plan aims to enhance security »»»

UPI 2h

Yosemite National Park to shift from snow-covered to summer preview - UPI.com

Yosemite Valley was blanketed in snow following a storm in February 2026. File Photo curtesy of Yosemite National Park Yosemite National Park is about to have a taste of summer with temperatures predicted to reach the 80s early in the new week, a dramatic shift from the snowy weather that recently »»»

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UPI 2h

Watch: Goldfish drives custom-built car a record distance in one minute - UPI.com

March 13 (UPI) -- A Netherlands engineer built a car for his pet goldfish, Blub, who drove the vehicle a distance of 40 feet in one minute to break a world record. Thomas de Wolf constructed a four-wheeled vehicle with a water tank for a driver's seat. The vehicle is steered by analyzing the moveme»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 2h

MPs Ask Cabinet to Submit Bill Ratifying Accession to Board of Peace Charter; Cabinet to Seek Constitutional Court Decision

Parliament Friday voted, 100-54 with three abstentions, to adopt a resolution instructing the caretaker Cabinet to submit a bill of ratification of Bulgaria's accession, as a founding State, to the Charter of the Board of Peace, established on the initiative of the United States. The draft resoluti»»»

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UPI 2h

Argentina expands pistachio production amid rising global demand - UPI.com

pistachios are experiencing strong popularity in multiple markets. Consumption as a snack continues to grow steadily, while their use in ice cream, chocolate and baked goods is becoming more common. File Photo by Ali Haider/EPA BUENOS AIRES, March 13 (UPI) -- Pistachio cultivation is expanding rapi»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

Iran Defiant, US Vows Even Heavier Bombing

Iranian officials led a pro-government rally in Tehran as explosions rocked the city on Friday, while the United States vowed it would intensify strikes in the coming hours and days. The hardline stances and renewed strikes unleashed by Israel and Iran presaged no let-up in the conflict engulfing t»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 2h

MPs Ask Cabinet to Submit Bill Ratifying Bulgaria's Accession to Board of Peace Charter; Cabinet to Seek Constitutional Court Decision

Parliament Friday voted, 100-54 with three abstentions, to adopt a resolution instructing the caretaker Cabinet to submit a bill of ratification of Bulgaria's accession, as a founding State, to the Charter of the Board of Peace, established on the initiative of the United States. The draft resoluti»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Abu Dhabi Police step up focus on field readiness

Abu Dhabi: Major General Ahmed Saif bin Zaitoon Al Muhairi, Commander-in-Chief of Abu Dhabi Police, visited the force’s Operations Room to review workflow procedures and assess the readiness of field teams handling security reports and emergency situations. The visit, attended by Major General Moha»»»

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Al Awsat 3h

Report: Lebanon’s Offer for Direct Talks with Israel Falls on Deaf Ears

Israel has rebuffed a historic offer of direct talks from Lebanon, deeming it too little too late from a government that shares its goal of disarming Hezbollah but cannot act against the heavily armed Lebanese group without risking a civil war. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun expressed the state's w»»»

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Al Awsat 3h

UN Seeks $308 Million for Lebanon as War Displaces 800,000 People

The United Nations launched a $308 million flash appeal on Friday to help Lebanon cope with the fallout of a war that has forced more than a seventh of its population from their homes. "Solidarity in words must be matched by solidarity in action," UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said as he an»»»

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Ya Libnan 3h

Time for Tom Barrack to grab the ball and run with it if US truly wants peace between Lebanon and Israel – Ya Libnan

Share: File- US envoy Tom Barrack at Lebanon’s Baabda presidential palace If Washington truly wants Hezbollah disarmed and peace between Lebanon and Israel, it must stop hesitating and seize President Aoun’s opening before the moment disappears. By : Ya Libnan, Op.Ed For months, U.S. envoy Tom Barr»»»

Al Manar 3h

Hezbollah Attacks Israeli Settlements, Soldiers on Al-Quds Day - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah Attacks Israeli Settlements, Soldiers on Al-Quds Day 13-03-2026 19:56 PM Rockets fired by Hezbollah fighters towards the occupied»»»

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Al Awsat 3h

Iran Arrests Man Accused of Running Starlink Internet Network

Iranian authorities have arrested a man accused of leading a network that sold access to the internet via Starlink terminals, a technology that is banned in Iran, the ISNA news agency reported on Friday. Iran has been digitally sealed off from the rest of the world by a complete internet blackout s»»»

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Kathimerini 3h

Police break three phone scam rings, arrest 5

Authorities in northern Greece have broken three rings that swindled vulnerable people out of large sums of cash and valuables using a common but effective phone scam, police said Friday. In the northwestern city of Ioannina, two men and a woman were arrested Thursday for allegedly posing as accoun»»»

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Gulf News 3h

India extends visas, waives overstay fines for stranded foreigners including Gulf nationals

Dubai: India has announced an extension of visas and a waiver of overstay penalties for foreign nationals, including those from the Gulf countries, who find themselves stranded in the country due to the ongoing conflict in West Asia. The Indian Consulate in Dubai on Friday shared the decisions, whi»»»

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BBC 3h

Canada sheds more than 100,000 jobs in first two months of year

Canadians have lost more than 100,000 full-time jobs since the beginning of 2026, adding pressure on Prime Minister Mark Carney's government as it seeks to shield the economy from the impact of US tariffs on Canada. Canada's unemployment rate rose to 6.7%, according to the latest labour figures rel»»»

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Kathimerini 3h

Main suspect in Thessaloniki stabbing surrenders to police

The main suspect in Thursday’s fatal stabbing of a 20-year-old man in Kalamaria, Thessaloniki, has turned himself in to police. Authorities had been searching for the 23-year-old suspect since early Friday after gathering evidence that placed him at the scene of the deadly clash. His home is locate»»»

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UPI 3h

Senate Democrats file war powers resolution to block Cuba action - UPI.com

1 of 2 | Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va., and two other senators filed a war powers resolution to prevent President Donald Trump from invading Cuba. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo March 13 (UPI) -- Senate Democrats filed a war powers resolution Friday to stop President Donald Trump from starti»»»

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Tanjug 3h

NBS gross FX reserves at 29,818 mln euros at end-February

BELGRADE - National Bank of Serbia (NBS) gross FX reserves amounted to 29,818.0 mln euros at end-February 2026, rising to the highest end-of-month level, the NBS said this week. In a statement, the central bank said the reserves had risen by 421.3 mln euros relative to the previous month. The reser»»»

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TAP 3h

Cloudy night, scattered rain forecast

Tunis, March 13 (TAP) – The weather on Friday night will be marked by passing clouds over most regions, sometimes becoming dense in the north and centre and locally in the south.According to the National Institute of Meteorology, scattered rain is...»»»

UPI 3h

United States, Chile sign pact on critical minerals, rare earths - UPI.com

U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau called for a strengthening of supply chains between the United States and Chile. File Photo by Luis Gandarillas/EPA SANTIAGO, Chile, March 13 (UPI) -- The United States and Chile have signed a declaration to establish consultations on critical miner»»»

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