France24 2m

Middle East war live: Loud blasts rock Tehran, Iran threatens US universities in the Gulf

Two powerful explosions shook northern Tehran early on Sunday as Iran threatened to carry out retaliatory strikes on US universities in the region and its Houthi allies in Yemen claimed a second missile attack on Israel. The Israeli army announced the death in combat of a fifth soldier in sout»»»

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The Peninsula 3m

Al Thumama football tournament resumes

Doha, Qatar: The third edition of the Al Thumama Ramadan Tournament resumes today at Al Furjan Stadium in the Al Thumama area, the organising committee announced. The tournament being held in cooperation with the Qatar Sports for All Federation for players aged 10 to 14 had been temporarily suspend»»»

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Qatar Tribune 5m

Moderate daytime weather expected, strong winds and high seas forecast offshore

DOHA: The Department of Meteorology has forecast moderate temperatures with some cloud cover during the day on Sunday, becoming relatively cold by night. In its daily weather report, the department said offshore areas will be partly cloudy at times, warning of expected strong winds and high seas at»»»

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The Peninsula 7m

Japan strike late to win Scotland friendly

Glasgow: Scotland’s first outing since ending a 28-year wait to qualify for the World Cup ended in defeat as Junya Ito’s late strike earned Japan a 1-0 win at Hampden Park. In a stark contrast to the jubilant scenes that accompanied a thrilling 4-2 victory over Denmark in November to secure the Tar»»»

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The Peninsula 7m

Vanderveen, Bassem clinch wins at Al Shaqab Cup

Doha, Qatar: America’s Kristen Vanderveen continued her fine run in Doha, claiming the CSI3* 1.50m Faults & Time title on the penultimate day of the Al Shaqab Cup yesterday. Riding Bull Run’s Mary, she completed the course in 63.31 seconds for an emphatic victory. South Africa’s Matthew Morrison on»»»

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RT 14m

Fico threatens to block EU’s anti-Russian sanctions package

Bratislava will veto the EU’s proposed 20th package of sanctions against Russia, as well as derail any attempts to simplify the potential accession of Kiev into the bloc, should Brussels continue to favor Ukraine over Slovakia, Prime Minister Robert Fico has warned. Slovakia, as well as its souther»»»

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The Peninsula 15m

Al Arabi, Al Rayyan to battle for League crown

Doha, Qatar: Al Arabi and Al Rayyan booked their places in the final of the 45th Qatari Men’s Basketball League for the 2025-2026 season after securing play-off semifinal wins yesterday at Al Gharafa Hall. The defending champions, Al Arabi edged Al Sadd 76-74 in a thrilling encounter yesterday to c»»»

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Sputnik 19m

Application of IAEA Nuclear Safety Rules to Iran Important Step - Envoy

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The application of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) nuclear safety rules to Iran has become an important step, Russian Permanent Representative to International Organizations in Vienna Mikhail Ulyanov said in an interview with Sputnik. Ulyanov raised the question of »»»

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UPI 22m

On This Day, March 29: Last U.S. combat troops leave Vietnam - UPI.com

On March 29, 1973, the last U.S. combat troops left South Vietnam (some advisers and others remained), ending the United States' direct military involvement in a war that didn't officially end until 1975. 1 of 7 | U.S. troops board a plane at Tan Son Nhut Air Base, Vietnam, on March 9, 1973. On Mar»»»

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BNE 26m

Israeli embassy in Japan refuses A-bomb survivors’ statement on Iran

The Israeli embassy in Tokyo has refused to accept a statement submitted by four groups of atomic bomb survivors in Japan. The statement reportedly criticises attacks on Iran by Israel and the United States, according to one of the organisations. »»»

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BNE 26m

Israeli embassy in Japan refuses A-bomb survivors’ statement on Iran

The Israeli embassy in Tokyo has refused to accept a statement submitted by four groups of atomic bomb survivors in Japan. The statement reportedly criticises attacks on Iran by Israel and the United States, according to one of the organisations. »»»

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BNE 26m

Israeli embassy in Japan refuses A-bomb survivors’ statement on Iran

The Israeli embassy in Tokyo has refused to accept a statement submitted by four groups of atomic bomb survivors in Japan. The statement reportedly criticises attacks on Iran by Israel and the United States, according to one of the organisations. »»»

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Kathimerini 26m

Extended Easter holiday shopping hours announced in Athens

Extended Easter holiday shopping hours will begin Thursday, the Athens Commercial Association announced, as retailers prepare for increased seasonal demand. Stores will operate on longer schedules in the lead-up to Orthodox Easter, including optional opening on Sunday, April 5. Hours continue throu»»»

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Novinite 31m

Bulgaria's Central Bank Warns Inflation Could Rise to 3.7% in 2026 Amid Energy Shock Risks

The Bulgarian National Bank (BNB) has warned that inflation in Bulgaria is projected to rise to 3.7% in 2026, with geopolitical tensions in the Middle East identified as a key external risk factor. The central bank notes that the ongoing conflict is creating heightened uncertainty for global energy»»»

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The Peninsula 31m

QSL Cup: Resilient Al Rayyan edge Umm Salal 17-16 in marathon shootout to book final berth

Doha, Qatar: Al Rayyan showed remarkable fighting spirit to reach the QSL Cup final, edging Umm Salal 17-16 in a marathon penalty shootout after coming from behind to secure a 3-3 draw in the first semi-final at Abdullah bin Khalifa Stadium yesterday. Umm Salal twice took a two-goal advantage durin»»»

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Gulf News 34m

Watch: How Dubai expands cycling network with 13 new tracks

Dubai: Dubai is rapidly transforming into a cycling-friendly city, with the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) completing 13 new cycling tracks and pressing ahead with major infrastructure projects aimed at building a 1,000km integrated network by 2030. The newly completed tracks are part of a wid»»»

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Al Awsat 38m

Yemen's Houthis Enter Iran War with Attacks on Israel, While US Marines Arrive in Region

The risk of an expanded Iran war grew as Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis on Saturday launched their first attacks on Israel since the start of the conflict, as additional US forces reached the Middle East. Washington has dispatched thousands of Marines to the Middle East in the month-old war. The firs»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 38m

Bulgaria's Membership in NATO Guarantees Bulgaria's Security and Independence – PM Gurov

Commenting on the 22nd anniversary of Bulgaria’s accession to the North Atlantic Alliance, caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gurov said that in a world full of challenges and growing uncertainty, Bulgaria's membership in NATO is the strongest guarantee of the country's security and independence, the »»»

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The Peninsula 43m

Awqaf releases book on scholarly heritage, available in electronic format

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs has announced the release of a new scholarly publication titled “Selected Works of Sheikh Mohammed bin Mani’,” now available in an electronic format through the Ministry’s official website. The publication represents a significant contribution »»»

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The Peninsula 43m

Dr. Khalid bin Jabr re-endorsed as chairman of QCS

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Cancer Society (QCS) held its Ordinary General Assembly Meeting for the year ending 2025, chaired by Dr. Khalid bin Jabr Al Thani, Chairman of the Board, and attended by members of the General Assembly and the Board of Directors, under the supervision of the Regulatory Authority »»»

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Al Awsat 50m

Israeli Military Says Another Soldier Killed in Southern Lebanon

The Israeli ‌military ‌said early Sunday ‌that ⁠one of ⁠its ⁠soldiers ‌was ‌killed during ‌combat ‌in southern ‌Lebanon. "Sergeant Moshe Yitzchak hacohen Katz, aged 22, from New Haven, Connecticut, a soldier of the 890th battalion, Paratroopers Brigade, fell during combat in southern Lebanon," a mi»»»

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France24 55m

Indonesia begins enforcing social media ban for children under-16s

Indonesia began enforcing a social media ban for children under the age of 16 on Saturday, after a minister warned digital platforms there was "no room for compromise." he Southeast Asian nation announced the ban this month citing threats from online pornography, cyberbullying and internet addictio»»»

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The Peninsula 55m

Desert safety, environmental protection reinforced amid weather fluctuations

Doha, Qatar: Director of the Wildlife Protection Department and Head of the Winter Camping Committee at the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MoECC), Hamad Salem Al Nuaimi, has affirmed the Ministry’s commitment to strengthening efforts to protect the natural environment and ensure the sa»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Pakistan to Host Saudi, Türkiye, Egypt FMs for Talks on Middle East War

Pakistan's prime minister said he had a "detailed" call with Iran's president on Saturday, as foreign ministers from Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Türkiye gathered in Islamabad for talks on the war in the Middle East. The diplomats were due to attend talks Sunday and Monday "on a range of issues, includi»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Israeli Strikes Hit Two Gaza Police Checkpoints, Killing Six, Medics Say

Two ‌Israeli air strikes on two checkpoints of the Hamas-led police force killed at least six Palestinians including a child, local health officials said, in the latest round of violence despite a US-brokered ceasefire that is now more than five months old. Medics said Israeli planes ‌attacked two »»»

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Gulf News 1h

Multiple people hurt after car hits pedestrians in Derby city centre

London: British police said they arrested a man after a car struck several pedestrians in a city in central England on Saturday night, leaving some victims seriously injured. Police in Derby, located about 40 miles north of Birmingham, posted on Facebook that a black Suzuki Swift hit multiple peopl»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

‘Qatar businesses adapt swiftly to regional supply chain disruptions’

Doha, Qatar: Businesses operating in Qatar have responded proactively to supply chain disruptions caused by regional challenges, an industry expert has said. Speaking to The Peninsula, Shamseer Hamza, CEO of Address Gateway Qatar, noted that many companies have diversified their supplier networks, »»»

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BNE 1h

Pakistan confirms passage for 20 ships through Strait of Hormuz

Pakistan has confirmed an agreement with Iranian authorities allowing 20 Pakistani-flagged vessels to transit the Strait of Hormuz. It is a development presented by Islamabad as a step towards substantially easing the nation's energy disruption, according to Al Jazeera. »»»

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BNE 1h

Pakistan confirms passage for 20 ships through Strait of Hormuz

Pakistan has confirmed an agreement with Iranian authorities allowing 20 Pakistani-flagged vessels to transit the Strait of Hormuz. It is a development presented by Islamabad as a step towards substantially easing the nation's energy disruption, according to Al Jazeera. »»»

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BNE 1h

Pakistan confirms passage for 20 ships through Strait of Hormuz

Pakistan has confirmed an agreement with Iranian authorities allowing 20 Pakistani-flagged vessels to transit the Strait of Hormuz. It is a development presented by Islamabad as a step towards substantially easing the nation's energy disruption, according to Al Jazeera. »»»

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BNE 1h

Pakistan confirms passage for 20 ships through Strait of Hormuz

Pakistan has confirmed an agreement with Iranian authorities allowing 20 Pakistani-flagged vessels to transit the Strait of Hormuz. It is a development presented by Islamabad as a step towards substantially easing the nation's energy disruption, according to Al Jazeera. »»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Questions Over Israel’s Interceptor Stockpiles as Middle East War Drags on

The ability of Israel's highly sophisticated air defenses to keep intercepting Iranian attacks is coming under scrutiny as the Middle East war drags on into a second month. The military has dismissed reports that it is running low on the interceptors used to shoot down the steady stream of Iranian »»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Minister Links Foiled Paris Bank Bombing to Middle East War

France's Interior Minister Laurent Nunez on Saturday linked a foiled attempt to bomb a Bank of America building in Paris to the war in the Middle East. Police arrested a person about to set off a homemade explosive device in front of the building, near the Champs-Elysees, in the early hours of Satu»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Iran Guards Threaten to Hit US Universities in Middle East

Iran's Revolutionary Guard on Sunday threatened to target US universities in the Middle East after saying US-Israeli strikes had destroyed two Iranian universities. "If the US government wants its universities in the region to be free from retaliation... it must condemn the bombing of the universit»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Syria Says It Closed Smuggling Tunnel on Lebanon Border

Syrian authorities said Saturday that they found and closed a tunnel between their country and Lebanon they believed was used for smuggling by "Lebanese militias". In a statement to the official SANA news agency, a defense ministry official said the army "discovered a tunnel connecting Syrian and L»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Earth Hour observed in Qatar

Doha, Qatar: Qatar joined the world yesterday marking the ‘Earth Hour’ a global environmental initiative aimed at raising awareness of the importance of preserving natural resources through simple yet impactful actions. Several iconic buildings in Doha joined the cause turning off unnecessary light»»»

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Gulf News 1h

US‑Israel war with Iran, Day 30: What you need to know today

Dubai: As tensions escalate in the Middle East, UAE residents have been closely monitoring developments in the ongoing US-Israel conflict with Iran. While regional instability continues, authorities in the UAE have reassured the public that the country remains safe, issuing alerts, updates, and gui»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Qatar succeeded in managing crisis with highest levels of efficiency, competence and transparency: Justice Minister

Doha, Qatar: Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs H E Ibrahim bin Ali bin Issa Al Hassan Al Mohannadi has affirmed that Qatar has successfully managed an exceptional period marked by rapid developments, evolving challenges, and regional uncertainties, demonstrating high lev»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Aluminium Bahrain says facility subject to Iranian attack

Bahrain: Aluminium Bahrain (Alba) confirmed that its facility was subject to an Iranian attack on Saturday Mar. 28, 2026. A statement issued by Alba said: "The safety and security of Alba's people remain its top priority and the Company confirms that two of Alba’s employees sustained minor injuries»»»

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Sputnik 2h

Houthis to Continue Strikes Until Israel 'Ceases Its Attacks And Aggression' — Spokesman

Houthi spokesman Yahya Saree said the Ansar Allah movement will continue its military operations against Israel following a second strike on Israeli targets in one day. “The Yemeni Armed Forces… will continue… to carry out their military operations in the coming days until the criminal enemy ceases»»»

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Jordan Times 2h

WTO reform talks coming to the crunch

YAOUNDÉ — The ambassador facilitating talks on reforming the World Trade Organisation (WTO) voiced cautious optimism recently on prospects for progress at a high-level meeting in the Cameroonian capital.Reforming the beleaguered global trade body is at the heart of the WTO's four-day ministerial co»»»

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Jordan Times 2h

China announces two reciprocal trade investigations against US

BEIJING — China announced two separate investigations on Friday into US trade practices in response to Washington's probes this month of Beijing, including over alleged forced labour.The probes into alleged disruptions to the global supply chain and trade of "green products" were "in response to th»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

CENTCOM announces arrival of additional naval forces in Middle East

Washington: The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) announced the arrival of thousands of US sailors and marines in the Middle East, as the Pentagon considers its next steps in the war a month after it began. "U.S. Sailors and Marines aboard USS Tripoli (LHA 7) arrived in the U.S. Central Comma»»»

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Sputnik 2h

IRGC: Two US & Israeli Universities to Be Struck in Retaliation — More May Follow

After US-Israeli strikes on Tehran’s University of Science and Technology, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps issued a direct warning. "Warning to the criminal rulers of America! The Zionist American invading forces have bombed Tehran University of Science and Technology, targeting Iranian un»»»

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France24 2h

Massive anti-Trump protests mark third 'No Kings' day across US

Massive nationwide demonstrations took place on Saturday as Americans mobilised against US President Donald Trump’s perceived authoritarianism, executive overreach, and the war in Iran. Massive nationwide protests against US President Donald Trump kicked off Saturday as millions of people vent fury»»»

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France24 2h

Israeli strike kills three journalists in Lebanon, Houthis claim first attack on Israel

An Israeli strike kills three Lebanese journalists, Lebanon's Al Manar TV reported on Saturday, as the war in the Middle East entered its second month. Yemen’s Tehran-backed Houthi rebels earlier claimed responsibility for their first attack on Israel since the start of the war. Read about the»»»

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France24 2h

Yemen's Houthis claim missile attack on Israel in expanding conflict

Iranian-backed Houthi rebels claimed a missile launch toward Israel early Saturday, their first since the war in the Middle East started. The Israeli military said it intercepted the projectile. The attack came as a surprise for Israel as authorities estimated that Houthis would only join in the wa»»»

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France24 2h

Iranian-backed Houthi rebels say launched missile attack on Israel

Iranian-backed Houthi rebels have claimed responsibility for a missile attack on Israel. Brig. Gen. Yahya Saree, a military spokesman for the Houthis, issued a statement on Saturday on the rebel group’s Al-Masirah satellite television network. Israel’s military had earlier said it had intercepted a»»»

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France24 2h

Ukraine, UAE seal defence deal: Kyiv’s 'know-how and equipment” gain recognition

Ukraine and the United Arab Emirates have agreed to cooperate on defence amid Iran’s drone strikes across the region, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. The news comes as the war in the Middle East escalates, prompting countries in the region – particularly those facing Iranian at»»»

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France24 2h

Israeli strike hits Tehran home, killing several children

Israeli authorities said an Iranian missile attack killed a man in Tel Aviv on Friday, as Tehran pressed its retaliatory strikes across the region a month into the&»»»

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