The Peninsula 1m

Safe and unsafe indoor locations to seek shelter: MOI 

Doha, Qatar: Through its National Emergency Alert, social media posts and video messages, the Ministry of Interior (MoI) has frequently alerted citizens, residents and visitors on the importance of staying indoors or in a safe location when they hear sounds of interceptions. In a latest post on its»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 2m

Tourism Ministry Expects Good Summer Season, Minister Georgieva Says

Tourism Ministry expects a good summer season, caretaker Tourism Minister Irena Georgieva said in an interview for the Darik Radio on Saturday. Georgieva noted that several factors need to be coordinated by the administration in preparation for the season. In this regard, she said she held meetings»»»

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The Peninsula 4m

UK stands with Qatar: British Ambassador

Doha, Qatar: British Ambassador to Qatar, HE Neerav Patel, has hailed the strong partnerships and steady leadership demonstrated by Qatar, saying these matter most in uncertain times such as those currently facing the country. The Ambassador said in a press statement, “This is a difficult and uncer»»»

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Gulf News 8m

Three killed, 112 injured in UAE since start of missile and drone attacks

Abu Dhabi: The UAE’s air defence systems intercepted and destroyed 15 ballistic missiles and 119 drones on Saturday as part of a new wave of attacks targeting the country, the Ministry of Defence said. According to the ministry, air defences detected 16 ballistic missiles on March 7, destroying 15 »»»

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Gulf News 18m

Ranked: The 2050 global economy — who will be the richest nations? Where India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Philippines, Egypt, Nigeria may rank

In the long journey of nations, there come moments when the balance of industry and wealth shifts as the tide shifts upon the sea. So it may be with the world economy in the years ahead. Figures drawn from the estimations of Goldman Sachs suggest that by the middle of this century, around 2050, the»»»

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TAP 26m

Epic of Ben Guerdane: Ten years on, Tunisia commemorates pivotal battle against terrorism

Tunis, March 7 (TAP Editorial Team) - Ten years after the historic clashes in Ben Guerdane, in south-eastern Tunisia, the country commemorates on Saturday, March 7, 2026, a decisive battle that has become a symbol of its fight against terrorism....»»»

TAP 26m

Tunisian engineers working in oil fields and port of Basra are safe (Tunisias Embassy in Baghdad)

Tunis, March 7 (TAP) - Tunisian engineers working in the oil fields and port of Basra have confirmed that they are safe and unharmed following the attacks in Basra on Friday, which involved drones and rockets and resulted in fires at oil facilities,...»»»

Al Awsat 26m

Iranian Hardline Clerics Seek Swift Naming of New Supreme Leader

Two influential and ‌hardline Iranian clerics have called for the swift selection of a new supreme leader to help guide the nation amid a new wave of US and Israeli strikes, Iranian media reported on Saturday. The calls by the clerics suggest that at least some in the clerical establishment are unc»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 39m

Silistra Residents Block Border Crossing with Romania in Protest over High Electricity Bills

Residents of Silistra blocked the road leading to the border checkpoint with Romania in protest against high electricity bills. Some of the demonstrators waved Bulgarian flags and carried banners with messages such as “No to monopolies!”, “Stop robbing the people”, and “No to the energy mafia”. The»»»

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Gulf News 45m

Eid Al Fitr likely on March 20 in UAE, astronomers say

Sharjah: Eid Al Fitr is expected to fall on Friday, March 20, 2026, according to astronomical calculations announced by the Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences and Technology. The academy’s astronomical observatory said its calculations indicate that Ramadan 1447 AH will complete 30 days,»»»

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The Peninsula 54m

Prime Minister receives phone call from Egyptian Foreign Minister

Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani received Saturday a telephone call from Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates of the Arab Republic of Egypt HE Dr. Badr Abdelatty. Discussion during the call»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 1h

Interior Ministry Honours Fallen Law Enforcement Officers

Caretaker Interior Minister Emil Dechev, representatives of the Ministry leadership, and members of the Interpol National Central Bureau laid flowers at the monument to fallen police officers here on Saturday on the occasion of the International Day of Remembrance for Fallen Law Enforcement Officer»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 1h

Prosecutor Teodora Georgieva Assigned Protection

Protection has been assigned to Bulgarian European Prosecutor Teodora Georgieva following reports of threats against her. Acting Interior Minister Emil Dechev announced this after an official commemoration of International Day for Remembrance of Fallen Officers, which included wreath-laying at the »»»

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TAP 1h

Tunisian textile exports exceed TND 9 billion in 2025 (FTTH)

Tunis, March 7 (TAP) - Tunisian textile and clothing exports exceeded TND 9 billion in 2025, "confirming the industry's resilience and competitiveness in international markets, despite geopolitical tensions, economic slowdown and increased...»»»

Gulf News 1h

Philippine embassy, consulate in UAE issues advisory on overstay fines exemptions

Dubai: Travellers who were unable to leave the UAE due to the recent temporary airspace closure will not face financial penalties for overstaying. The Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi and the Philippine Consulate General in Dubai and Northern Emirates have issued an advisory confirming that UAE auth»»»

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Novinite 1h

Bulgaria Condemns Politically Motivated Vandalism Against Cultural Club in North Macedonia

The Bulgarian cultural club "Ivan Mihailov" in Bitola has again fallen victim to vandalism, with masked individuals covering the building in graffiti, including the slogan "Macedonia of the Macedonians," alongside obscene imagery. The incident was reported by the club's chairman, Ljubcho Georgievsk»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Why the ICC rejected former Philippine president Duterte’s appeal for interim release

Dubai: The Appeals Chamber of the International Criminal Court (ICC) has rejected an appeal by former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte seeking interim release, ruling that there were no new circumstances to justify letting him out of detention. Judges have upheld an earlier decision by Pre-Tria»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Indonesia bans social media accounts for children under 16

Dubai: The Indonesian government has introduced a new regulation banning children under the age of 16 from having accounts on high-risk digital platforms, in a move aimed at strengthening online safety for young users. Issued under Ministerial Regulation No. 9 of 2026, the policy is intended to add»»»

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Al Manar 1h

Hezbollah Foils Israeli Landing in Lebanon’s Bekaa - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah Foils Israeli Landing in Lebanon’s Bekaa 07-03-2026 12:17 PM Hezbollah resistance group repelled an Israeli landing in the Bekaa »»»

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Al Awsat 1h

UN Coordinator for Lebanon Calls for Talks with Israel

The United Nations special coordinator for Lebanon on Saturday urged Lebanon and Israel to enter talks to negotiate an end hostilities after the outbreak of a renewed Israel-Hezbollah war. "As bad as things are today, they are set to get even worse," Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert said. "Talks between »»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Sri Lanka to Treat Iranian Sailors According to ‘International Law’

Sri Lanka will treat Iranian sailors rescued from a torpedoed frigate according to international law, a minister said Saturday, following reports Washington was pressuring Colombo to not repatriate them. Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath told a conference in New Delhi that Sri Lanka was caring for 32»»»

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Sputnik 1h

Russian Forces Deliver Retaliatory Strike Against Ukraine's Military-Industrial Complex Enterprises

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russian troops launched a retaliatory strike overnight on military enterprises used by Ukrainian militants, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Saturday. "A massive strike was carried out with long-range precision weapons launched from ground, air, and sea, as well as strike unm»»»

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Gulf News 1h

UAE private sector operating at full capacity: MoHRE

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has affirmed that the labour market in the United Arab Emirates continues to perform with efficiency and stability despite global and regional developments. The ministry noted that companies across all economic sectors in the country are ope»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Abu Dhabi hotels and attractions open as usual, travel guidance for visitors

Abu Dhabi: The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi has confirmed that hotels, attractions, cultural sites, museums, and experiences are fully operational. Public services, transport networks, and cultural attractions continue to operate normally. Stay updated: Get the latest faster by dow»»»

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Egypt Independent 1h

Foreign investors withdraw $2 billion from Egyptian markets amid regional tensions

Foreign investments in Egyptian market Foreign investors have sold off a massive amount of Egyptian government debt (bonds and treasury bills). In just four days of trading, they withdrew more than LE 102.3 billion, which is roughly $2.046 billion. While the stock market also saw foreigners leaving»»»

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Naharnet 1h

Hezbollah clashes with Israeli troops who make helicopter landings in east Lebanon

Hezbollah on Saturday said it confronted Israeli troops that infiltrated an east Lebanon town overnight, with Lebanese authorities reporting at least 16 killed in Israeli strikes on the area. According to reports, the Israeli troops excavated a cemetery there in search of the remains of missing Isr