Abu Dhabi: Reem Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Cooperation, has said the UAE retains its full and inherent right to self-defence, stressing that the country’s position on recent developments is based on clear and firm principles. Speaking at the UAE Government’s media briefing, she»»»

One of Italy's most notorious and ruthless Mafia bosses, Benedetto Santapaola, believed to have masterminded the murder of one of Italy's most famous anti-mafia prosecutors in 1992, has died in prison aged 87. "Nitto" Santapaola was caught after years on the run in 1993, and spent more than 30 year»»»

DOHA: His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani received a telephone call from Prime Minister of the Republic of India HE Narendra Modi. At the beginning of the call, His Highness the Amir reassured the Prime Minister about the situation of the Indian community res»»»

The US is prepared to fight a war “forever” with its “virtually unlimited” ammunition stockpiles, President Donald Trump has claimed. Military observers have identified munitions availability – particularly air defense missiles – as a limiting factor in the ongoing US-Israeli campaign aimed at topp»»»

British citizens currently stuck in the Middle East have told the BBC there has been a lack of information about available routes to travel home as Iran's retaliatory strikes across the region continue. Teigan McFadden's flight home from Dubai on Tuesday was cancelled and the 21-year-old says she i»»»

Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, announced that the UAE’s strategic stockpile of essential commodities is sufficient to meet market needs for a period ranging between four and six months, thereby ensuring the continued availability of basic goods and price stability even »»»

President Volodymyr Zelensky has warned that the war in the Middle East could leave Ukraine struggling to source air defence missiles. He also said there was "a risk" Ukraine's allies could be distracted by the conflict, and forget his country's defence against Russia's full-scale invasion. "We cou»»»

“Initially, it was impossible to evaluate the work of Iran’s air defense troops. But now, there is increasing information that the situation is stabilizing, and that Iran’s air defense assets are capable of neutralizing Israeli and US air targets,” notwithstanding the unprecedented surprise aggress»»»

Dubai: Regional airspace disruptions have left thousands of travellers stranded across the Gulf, searching for accommodation while awaiting confirmation on when flights will resume. As of March 2, a limited number of services have gradually resumed. In the meantime, communities across the UAE have »»»

Doha, Qatar: The Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani received a telephone call today from His Excellency Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of the Republic of India. At the beginning of the call, His Highness the Amir reassured the Prime Minister about the situation of the Indian community»»»

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday cautioned that judicial orders founded on artificial intelligence-generated, non-existent rulings would constitute misconduct — not merely a judicial error — raising serious concerns over the use of AI tools in court proceedings. A bench comprising Justices PS»»»

Share: Lebanon’s Iranian-backed militant group Hezbollah has announced it targeted three Israeli military bases — including Ramat David Air Base and Meron Base in northern Israel — using drones and rocket fire in retaliation for recent Israeli strikes on its positions in Lebanon, including the sout»»»

The US has urged its nationals to immediately leave most of the Middle East due to "serious safety risks", as the US-Israeli war against Iran widens. On Monday, the US State Department said Americans should "depart now via commercial means" from Bahrain, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Israel, the occupied West»»»

Dubai: As the spirit of Ramadan gathers communities together across the UAE, Landmark Leisure has announced the revival of its much-loved campaign to spread happiness among children in need. In partnership with the Emirates Red Crescent and the Islamic Affairs & Charitable Activities Department (IA»»»

Abu Dhabi: Students in the UAE schools and universities will continue to learn classes online amid the blatant Iranian aggression on the country, the UAE government clarified on Wednesday. The education process continues uninterrupted through the activation of remote learning systems, a top officia»»»

Iran bid farewell to the victims of the deadly strike that targeted an elementary school in the southern Iranian province of Hormozgan during the latest US-Israeli aggression against the Islamic Republic. Grieving families and mourners filled the streets on Tuesday morning carrying small coffins an»»»

By Wojciech Jurga, Managing Partner at Scallier The retail real estate boom currently observed in Poland is driven primarily by investments in retail parks. Over the last five years, retail parks have evolved from a market niche into the leading format within the retail sector, doubling their numbe»»»

The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP) has completed travel procedures for 30,913 passengers across the country’s airports, working in coordination with relevant authorities to manage the impact of temporary flight suspensions. The passengers were processe»»»

Dubai: flydubai’s schedule has partially resumed on March 3, with limited flights operating from Terminals 2 and 3 at Dubai International Airport (DXB). The airline said it is prioritising customers who are affected by the disruption. “This is an evolving situation, which we continue to monitor clo»»»

The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security announced that, in coordination with the relevant authorities across the country, it has successfully completed travel procedures—through the issuance of visas and the processing of travel transactions—for approximately 30,9»»»

In a video statement published late last night / early this morning from its Benghazi headquarters, around 50 Members of Libya’s Parliament (House of Representatives – HoR) rejected the newly introduced and controversial import taxes as invalid, declaring them null and void. The statement by the ga»»»

Washington: Former President Bill Clinton distanced himself from convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein in closed-door depositions with lawmakers, according to videos that were released Monday by a House committee. The recordings of the depositions, which spanned hours over two days last week, show»»»

There is no change in the activities of the Bulgarian Air Force and in the presence of US forces in Bulgaria, as the country is not participating in operations related to the tension between Israel, the US, and Iran, said caretaker Defence Minister Atanas Zapryanov during a briefing at the Council »»»

Share: Smoke rises from Israeli air strikes in Dahiyeh, a southern suburb of Beirut, on March 3, 2026. © Hussein Malla, AP Israel launched simultaneous air strikes Tuesday on Tehran and Hezbollah strongholds in Beirut’s southern suburbs following a wave of missiles launched overnight from Iran. The»»»

Skopje, 2 March 2026 (MIA) - The prices of gasoline fuels are set to rise by Mden 1 per liter as of Monday midnight, while the price of diesel fuels remains unchanged, the Energy Regulatory Commission has said. The new retail price of Eurosuper BS-95 will be Mden 74.5 per liter, Eurosuper BS-98 wil»»»

Dubai: For a group of Indian students studying in the UAE right now, the past few days have been unlike anything they expected when they arrived here. Despite all of that, most of them want to stay. They feel safe. And they have no plans to leave. Ask any of them how they are coping, and the answer»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar's military thwarted attacks on Hamad International Airport, the Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Majed bin Mohammed Al-Ansari, said on Tuesday. "There were attempts to attack Hamad International Airport, they were all»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Interior (MOI) has emphasized the importance of parents ensuring that children do not go out to celebrate 'Garangao Night'. The Ministry urged citizens, residents and visitors to stay indoors and only go out in cases of absolute necessity. Garangao celebrations, which w»»»

It is only day three of the new war between the United States, Israel and Iran. It is already a regional war, after Iran's decision to attack Arab states who are US allies as well as Iran's neighbours across the Gulf. The United Kingdom has dropped its refusal to allow the US to use its bases. The »»»

A tanker anchored in the Persian Gulf off coast of Dubai, one of scores halted on either side of Strait of Hormuz after it was effectively closed due to threats against shipping made by the regime in Tehran that have sent global energy prices soaring. Photo by Stringer/EPA March 3 (UPI) -- The pric»»»

Israeli forces advanced into a border area in Lebanese territory on Tuesday, a Lebanese army source told AFP, shortly after the Israeli defense minister instructed his troops to "take control of additional strategic positions in Lebanon". "Israeli ground forces advanced from Kfar Kila and the Khiam»»»

Kuwait City, March 3 (SANA) The German Embassy in Kuwait announced Tuesday that it had closed to the public amid ongoing regional escalation. In a statement carried by the Kuwaiti newspaper Al-Jarida, the embassy said it has suspended public access since Sunday, adding that its visa section will re»»»

Dubai: Dubai’s taxi and limousine sectors recorded remarkable growth in 2025, reflecting the city’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and passenger-centric mobility. The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) reported that taxi ridership rose 4.2% to 209 million passengers, while the E-hail li»»»

London: US President Donald Trump said the historical relationship between his country and Britain was “not like it used to be”, in an interview to British daily newspaper The Sun, amid a major transatlantic fall out over US-Israeli strikes against Iran. “This was the most solid relationship of all»»»

Dubai: European natural gas prices are surging after Qatar halted production at the world’s largest liquefied natural gas plant following Iranian drone attacks, raising concerns over global supply security tied to Gulf exports. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Benchmark»»»

US President Donald Trump has dismissed polls indicating that a majority of Americans disapprove of his decision to attack Iran. A CNN poll suggests that 60% of Americans do not support the initial US-Israeli strikes on Iran on Saturday, while a Reuters/Ipsos poll indicates that only one in four Am»»»

Abu Dhabi: The UAE is at the highest level of readiness and possesses the capabilities required to defend its territory regardless of how long the regional escalation continues, the Ministry of Defence said during a government media briefing on the latest developments. Brig. Staff Pilot Abdulnasir »»»

Doha, Qatar: Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Majed bin Mohammed Al-Ansari, said during a press conference that the crews of the two Iranian aircraft shot down on Monday, March 2, 2025, remain missing. Providing details about the incide»»»

Trade in goods between Germany and Romania totalled EUR 42.6 billion last year, marking a 5.7% increase, the Romanian – German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (AHK Romania) announced on Tuesday. Romania thus maintained its 17th position among Germany’s trading partners. According to data sourced b»»»

Beneath the immediate chaos of the US-Israel vs Iran war lies the deeper truth about oil's dual nature: abundant yet fragile. But which country holds the most fossil fuel reserves? Currently, proven reserves show Venezuela leading with 303 billion barrels, followed by Saudi Arabia (267 billion) and»»»

Doha, Qatar: Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Majed bin Mohammed Al-Ansari, in a press conference, today gave further details on the key energy and industrial facilities that were targeted during the Iran attacks yesterday. He said, "In»»»

Lime has announced the launch of LimePrime, its new monthly subscription plan aimed at frequent users. The company says the new offer is designed to provide more predictable pricing through fixed-fare rides, alongside additional benefits. LimePrime complements the existing LimePass prepaid minute p»»»

The safety of Bulgarian citizens is the leading priority in organizing their evacuation from the Middle East region, caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gurov said during a briefing at the Council of Ministers here on Tuesday. Gurov noted that the situation in the Middle East is dynamic and changing da»»»

The United Nations on Tuesday urged all parties to "come to their senses" and end the war in the Middle East, with fear and panic spreading across the region and beyond. UN human rights chief Volker Turk said he was "deeply shocked" by how the conflict was affecting civilians. "The fear, the panic,»»»

An IRGC drone and missile barrage hit Bahrain’s Isa Air Base early Tuesday, with three missiles and 20 drones used to obliterate the base’s main command and headquarters building and fuel tanks, per IRNA. Not to be confused with Naval Support Activity Bahrain, the US Navy’s regional HQ, which has a»»»

Tunis, March 3 (TAP) – The international community marks on March 3 each year the World Wildlife Day pursuant to a resolution adopted by the United Nations General Assembly on December 20, 2013. The resolution underscores the importance of raising...»»»

Dubai: Bitcoin fell sharply after briefly reclaiming the $70,000 mark, retreating in tandem with global equities as escalating conflict in the Middle East drove investors out of risk assets. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The world’s largest cryptocurrency dropped as »»»

Politicians in Bulgaria issued messages and statements on the occasion of this country's National Holiday, March 3, honoring those who fought for Bulgaria's freedom and urging that the hard-won liberty be preserved for future generations. Bulgaria marks the 148th anniversary of its Liberation today»»»

Türkiye is engaging with all parties ‌to find a way to end the war in Iran and return to negotiations, Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said, adding that Ankara was also in talks with Oman on the matter as the Gulf nation works for the same goal. The United States and Israel launched strikes against Ir»»»