Before departing Dubai and returning to her home country, India, at Dubai International Airport, the young Indian girl Tanishka Veer wrote a heartfelt humanitarian message addressed to Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri, Director General of the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai (»»»

Dubai: Ahead of International Women’s Day in the UAE on March 8, one thing is clear: this year, there are no pink cupcakes being sent to our desks (phew), no performative gestures by restaurants like women's day dinners with discounted desserts, and certainly no superficial displays of “wokeness.” »»»

DOHA: The Ministry of Defense announced that the State of Qatar was attacked on Saturday, with 10 ballistic missiles and 2 cruise missiles launched from the Islamic Republic of Iran. In a statement, the ministry said that the Armed Forces successfully intercepted 6 ballistic missiles, while 2 missi»»»

Doha: Qatar's Ministry of Defense announced that the State of Qatar was subjected yesterday, Saturday, to an attack involving 10 ballistic missiles and 2 cruise missiles launched from the Islamic Republic of Iran. Qatar Armed Forces successfully intercepted 6 ballistic missiles, while 2 ballistic m»»»

Doha: Qatar's Ministry of Defense announced that the State of Qatar was subjected yesterday, Saturday, to an attack involving 10 ballistic missiles and 2 cruise missiles launched from the Islamic Republic of Iran. The Ministry of Defense said that the Qatar Armed Forces successfully intercepted 6 b»»»

QNA Doha The Ministry of Endowments (Awqaf) and Islamic Affairs has called on Muslims to make the most of the last 10 days of Ramadan through increased prayer, Qur’an recitation, supplication, seeking forgiveness, charity, and maintaining family ties, following the Sunnah of the Prophet, who would »»»

QNA Doha Assistant Undersecretary for Private Education Affairs at the Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MoEHE), Omar Abdulaziz Al Naama, has affirmed that the educational process in private schools continues to run smoothly through electronic learning platforms. He revealed that student »»»

QNA Doha Achieving sustainable peace cannot rely on laws alone, but requires real investment in human awareness and addressing the roots of violence through awareness approaches, education on human rights, and the culture of tolerance and acceptance of others, Secretary-General of the National Huma»»»

Tribune News Network Doha As part of Qatar’s constant support for the struggling Syrian health system, Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has concluded a successful medical convoy in Damascus, Syria, in coordination with the Syrian Arab Red Crescent Society (SARCS) and Syria’s Ministry of Health (MO»»»

QNA Doha The Ministry of Endowments (Awqaf) and Islamic Affairs has identified 202 mosques nationwide for the observance of Itikaf during the last 10 days of the Holy Month of Ramadan. In a statement, the ministry urged those who wish to observe this religious practice to make sure that they learn »»»

QNA Doha Qatar Airways (QA) announced that it plans to operate a limited number of flights to Hamad International Airport on March 8 following temporary authorisation from the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority confirming a safe operating corridor. In a press release issued on Saturday, the national ca»»»

Tribune News Network Doha British Ambassador to the State of Qatar HE Neerav Patel has reaffirmed the United Kingdom’s strong support for Qatar during the current security situation, emphasising the importance of partnership and cooperation in times of uncertainty. In a statement, Ambassador Patel »»»

Darlene Regis As tensions in the region continue to unfold following Iranian strikes since late February, Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) in theGulf state are navigating a period marked by uncertainty, caution, and resilience. Qatar is home to a large expatriate population, including more than 200»»»

Darlene Regis The Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers (PICE) Qatar Chapter officially kicked off its 2026 term with a Leadership Induction and Technical Summit, bringing together members, industry partners, and guests to celebrate participation, continuity, and contributions across the organiza»»»

QNA Doha The Parliamentary Assembly of the Francophonie (APF) expressed its deep solidarity with the State of Qatar following the Iranian attacks it was subjected to. This came in a message received by Speaker of the Shura Council HE Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim, from APF General Delegate HE Ameli»»»

QNA Doha The Ministry of Justice on Saturday discussed the objectives and legal procedures associated with the letters sent by Qatar to the United Nations Security Council regarding developments related to the Iranian attack on the country’s territory, affirming that the letters fall within the fra»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah fighters targeted the Baranit barracks (the headquarters of the 91st Division) with a rocket salvo: statement 22 07-03-2026 23:45»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe In context of the warning issued by Hezbollah, the fighters targeted the city of Kiryat Shmona in northern occupied Palestine with a rocket»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah fighters targeted the Iron Dome radars at the Kiryat Elazar site (the main air defense base in the occupied city of Haifa) with a»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Once again Hezbollah fighters targeted the city of Nahariya with a rocket salvo: statement 18 07-03-2026 23:21 PM Latest News Urgent News O»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli media report a large rocket salvo launched by Hezbollah struck Kiryat Shmona, with several rockets landing inside the city 07-03-20»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Islamic Resistance fighters targeted the city of Kiryat Shmona in northern occupied Palestine at 17:30 on Saturday with a squadron of comba»»»

DOHA: British Ambassador to the State of Qatar HE Neerav Patel has reaffirmed the United Kingdom’s strong support for Qatar during the current security situation, emphasising the importance of partnership and cooperation in times of uncertainty. In a statement, Ambassador Patel described the situat»»»

Damascus, March 7 (SANA) Syria’s Central Bank has reached an agreement with the Bank of Canada to begin procedures for opening an account, the bank’s governor, Abdelkader Husrieh, announced on Saturday. In a Facebook post, Husrieh described the move as a major financial development, signaling a new»»»

Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Saturday accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of “succumbing” to pressure from former US President Donald Trump, alleging that recent commitments made to the United States had compromised India’s farmers, energy independence, and data sovere»»»

Dubai: The “Most Noble Number” charity auction for distinctive vehicle plate and mobile numbers began today at the Armani Hotel Dubai in the Burj Khalifa, bringing together philanthropists and donors eager to support a humanitarian campaign aimed at saving millions of children from hunger. The auct»»»

Dozens more people have been killed in Lebanon in major Israeli air and ground operations, as the war with the Iran-backed group Hezbollah continues to escalate. Overnight, one Israeli operation in a town in the eastern Bekaa Valley - a focal point of the rising hostilities - saw at least 41 people»»»

Doha, Qatar: Visitors currently in Qatar who are unable to depart due to travel disruptions may benefit from temporary hotel stay extensions supported by Qatar Tourism, according to a Qatar Tourism post on X. The initiative aims to assist travelers whose departure flights were canceled or disrupted»»»

Millions of Iranians attended Friday prayers across the country for the first time since the US assassination of their supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Crowds gathered in central Tehran and other cities to pay their respects and offer prayers, as the conflict entered its second week with no »»»

Dubai: Authorities in Dubai have confirmed that debris from an aerial interception fell onto a vehicle in the Al Barsha area, killing the driver, an Asian national. The Dubai Media Office shared the information on their X page, and emergency teams responded promptly to the incident. Investigations »»»

The UK government will charter a flight from Dubai early next week for British nationals wanting to leave the region, subject to the situation on the ground. The commercial flight, to leave from the United Arab Emirates (UAE), will be available for a charge. British nationals, their spouse or partn»»»

Abu Dhabi: ADNOC said its operations are continuing despite the current regional developments, confirming that established contingency protocols have been activated to safeguard personnel, assets and facilities. In a statement, the company said it is working closely with the relevant authorities to»»»

Dubai: Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, affirmed the stability of food supplies in the UAE, noting that fruit and vegetable markets are witnessing a significant abundance of products alongside a noticeable decline in prices. Stay updated: Get the latest faster by download»»»

Dubai: Authorities in Dubai responded to an incident in the Dubai Marina area after debris from a successful air interception fell onto the façade of a tower. No injuries were reported, the Dubai Media Office confirmed in a post on their X page. Emergency teams inspected the site and ensured public»»»

The US State Department has approved the emergency sale of 1,000-pound bombs to Israel, bypassing congressional review. The contract, worth an estimated $151.8 million, covers 12,000 BLU-110A/B bombs requested by West Jerusalem, the State Department said Friday. The announcement comes as the US-Isr»»»

The UK High Court has heard arguments in a defamation case, in which a BBC Middle East editor is suing a journalist over an article that accused him of inserting “systematic Israeli propaganda” into the network’s coverage. Raffi Berg, who has publicly heaped praise on Israel, is seeking damages fro»»»

Abu Dhabi: The UAE Ministry of Defence said the country’s air defence systems are responding to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran, confirming that interception operations are underway across the country. In a public advisory shared by the ministry, authorities said the sounds heard in di»»»

Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam stressed on Saturday that the state was doing everything possible on the political and diplomatic levels to end Israel’s war on Lebanon and ease its catastrophic impact on the people, especially the displaced. He told Asharq Al-Awsat that diplomatic efforts have »»»

Military confrontations between Israel and Iran entered their eighth day on Saturday, with both sides exchanging missile and air strikes while attacks spread across parts of the Gulf and Iraq, raising fears of a broader regional conflict. Israel said it had carried out “extensive strikes” on target»»»

The Financial Regulatory Authority (FRA) has approved the establishment of Al Ahly Green Agricultural Investment Fund Company, making it the first private equity investment fund in the Egyptian market dedicated to investment in the agricultural sector. The fund may also engage in venture capital ac»»»

Egypt’s Ministry of Industry held talks with a delegation from Turkish industrial developer Polaris Parks to review the company’s ongoing projects in Egypt and discuss expansion plans aimed at attracting new investments and creating sustainable job opportunities. The meeting, chaired by Industry Mi»»»

Beirut: The Lebanese Ministry of Public Health's Public Health Emergency Operations Center (PHEOC) reported in a statement that the toll of the Israeli onslaught on Lebanon, which began at dawn on Monday, has soared to 294 fatalities and 1,023 injuries. Earlier Saturday, Lebanon's Ministry of Healt»»»

President Donald Trump announced at Saturday's "Shield of the Americas" summit in Florida that a new military coalition will focus on cartels in Latin America. Photo by Aaron Schwartz/UPI | License Photo March 7 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump announced at Saturday's "Shield of the Americas" summit»»»

DOHA: The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI) has called on residents to shop responsibly and avoid excessive stockpiling, reaffirming that goods and essential products remain widely available across retail outlets in the country. In an advisory issued to the public, the ministry confirmed the»»»

One week after the start of the US and Israeli strikes against Iran, the effects are already visible on global oil markets. The escalation quickly influenced trading on international exchanges, where crude oil prices reacted to the rising uncertainty surrounding the conflict. A comparison conducted»»»

A strike targeted a military base belonging to the former paramilitary coalition Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) in northern Iraq on Saturday, two PMF sources told AFP. "An airstrike, likely American, hit a PMF base south of the city of Mosul," an official said. Another source confirmed the strik»»»

Tornadoes tore through the central United States in a series of storms that continued into Saturday, leaving eight people dead and at least a dozen others injured, authorities said. Four people were reported killed in Oklahoma, where the twisters gained strength, and four others died further north »»»

Doha, Qatar: As regional tensions continue to shape the geopolitical landscape of the Middle East, residents across Qatar have voiced strong confidence in the country’s stability, safety and preparedness. The country has consistently emphasised maintaining security, ensuring the uninterrupted avail»»»

At least six people were killed when tornadoes touched down Friday night in Michigan and Oklahoma. Photo courtesy of the Cass County Sheriff's Office March 7 (UPI) -- Tornadoes that swept through Michigan and Oklahoma on Friday killed at least six people and injured several others, authorities said»»»

Iran's Revolutionary Guards said Saturday they have targeted "separatist groups" in Iraq's Kurdistan region, as the war against Israel and the United States entered its second week. An official from an exiled opposition group in Kurdistan told AFP that drones struck positions belonging to three Ira»»»