Al-Khanbashi to Asharq Al-Awsat: We Warn Against Incitement, Hadramout Has Room for All
Presidential Leadership Council (PLC) member and Governor of Yemen's eastern Hadramout province Salem al-Khanbashi says he believes that “Hadramout triumphed for itself,” and that what took place there in December 2025 and early January 2026 marked a decisive moment in which Hadhramis reclaimed the»»»
Iceland to hold EU referendum 'over the coming months', Prime Minister says
Iceland will in the coming months hold a referendum on joining the European Union, Prime Minister Kristrun Frostadottir told a press conference in Poland. Iceland in 2013 abandoned EU membership talks after four years of negotiations, but a rise in the cost of living and the ongoing war in »»»
Watch: Dubai awards Dh2.5 billion stormwater contracts in flood defence leap
Dubai: Dubai Municipality has awarded contracts for five new projects under Phase Two of the Tasreef Programme to expand and strengthen Dubai’s stormwater drainage network. Cumulatively valued at Dh2.5 billion, the new projects will serve 30 vital areas spanning approximately 430 million square met»»»
Ronaldo buys stake in Spanish second-division Almeria
Lisbon: Cristiano Ronaldo announced on Thursday that he had acquired a 25 per cent stake in Saudi-owned Spanish second-division club Almeria. "This strategic investment in UD Almeria reflects Ronaldo's long-term commitment to professional football ownership," said a statement from his new sports ho»»»
Oman: ‘Innovative Ideas’ Exchanged as US-Iran Nuclear Talks Resume in Geneva
Indirect negotiations between Iran and the United States in Geneva have paused for a break and will resume later today, following what the Omani mediator described as an exchange of “innovative and positive ideas.” Oman’s Foreign Minister Badr al-Busaidi announced the development, stating: “Today i»»»
Business - Trump talks affordability amid public distrust in his handling of the economy
In his State of the Union address, US President Donald Trump sought to reassure Americans that the economy is doing well ahead of key midterm elections. Also in this edition: the Pentagon tells Anthropic it has until Friday to loosen AI safeguards, or lose its $200 million contract. Plus the Louvre»»»
Sharp port cargo decline signals industrial slowdown in Turkey
Turkish industry has begun 2026 under significant strain. Port cargo volumes have suffered one of the steepest January declines seen in recent years, business daily Ekonomi has reported. According to data from th»»»
IMF pledges continued support for Syria’s economic recovery amid structural reforms
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) confirmed its commitment to supporting the Syrian government’s efforts to rehabilitate the economy and improve the performance of key economic institutions, indicating that the country has entered an accelerating recovery phase, SANA reported on February 26. »»»
Uber and Joby Aviation launch in-app air taxi booking ahead of Dubai debut
Ride-hailing giant Uber has unveiled "Uber Air powered by Joby," allowing riders to book Joby Aviation's all-electric air taxis directly within the Uber app, as Joby prepares to carry its first passengers in Dubai later this year in what the partners describe as a major milestone in urban air mobil»»»
EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»
EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»
EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»
Not a single acquittal handed down by Tajikistan’s courts in two years
Not a single acquittal has been handed down by a court in Tajikistan in the past two years. The stark statistic is highlighted by a report published this week by Tajik daily Asia-Plus. »»»
EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»
EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»
EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»
EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»
EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»
EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»
EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»
EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»
EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»
EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»
EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»
EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»
EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»
EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»
EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»
EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»
Ukraine’s wartime grid offers ten lessons in energy resilience, IEA says
Ukraine’s struggle to keep the lights on under sustained Russian bombardment this winter has yielded ten core lessons for energy security that policymakers worldwide would be wise to study, according to a new report from the International Energy Agency. »»»
Ukraine maintains stability but growth outlook cut as war drags on, EBRD says
Ukraine has preserved macroeconomic stability despite a fourth year of full-scale war, but its growth prospects for 2026 have been sharply downgraded as expectations of a ceasefire fade, according to the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development. »»»
Russia’s finance ministry to tighten budget rule as oil revenues sink
Oil and gas revenues will account for less than 20% of Russia's budget this year, Finance Minister Anton Siluanov told the Duma on February 26, as oil prices tumble and sanctions on Russia’s shadow fleet become more effective. »»»
EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»
EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»
Ukraine maintains stability but growth outlook cut as war drags on, EBRD says
Ukraine has preserved macroeconomic stability despite a fourth year of full-scale war, but its growth prospects for 2026 have been sharply downgraded as expectations of a ceasefire fade, according to the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development. »»»
MOSCOW BLOG: Russia as a supermarket dressed up as a country
Russian Finance Minister Anton Sulianov was speaking to the Duma yesterday and announced a pretty radical new direction. What he's proposing to do is to move the budget away from its traditional addiction to oil and gas export revenue and make Russia a consumption-based economy, (with a useful, but»»»
Nebras Energy acquires Engie S.A.'s stakes in Qatar Power and Ras Girtas Power
Doha, Qatar: Nebras Energy Q.P.S.C. announced the successful finalization of its negotiations with ENGIE S.A. for the acquisition, through its wholly owned subsidiary Ras Laffan Operating Company, of the equity interests held by ENGIE S.A.'s subsidiaries in Qatar Power and Ras Girtas Power. In a st»»»
EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»
Sofia Mayor Terziev Expects Public Transport Strike During “Election Window”, Trade Unions Do Not
Sofia Mayor Vasil Terziev said he expects a strike in the capital’s public transport system during the “election window,” speaking at a briefing at the Sofia Municipal Council here on Thursday. However, Socialist Municipal Councillor and trade unionist Ivan Kirilov denied such claims, explaining th»»»
Tram Driver's Death Causes Traffic Congestion in Sofia
Traffic congestion was caused in the area of the Romanian Embassy in Sofia on Thursday, after a tram driver died while being on the job. The death was reported by the Sofia Directorate of Interior. /VE/»»»
Syria govt swap dozens of detainees with Druze factions
Syrian government forces and Druze militiamen who control areas in the southern Sweida province on Thursday exchanged prisoners taken in clashes last summer, a rare step toward a possible political resolution of simmering tensions in the country. The exchange was the first major sign of progress in»»»
Overwhelming US Airpower vs Iran: Outgunned — Yet Still a Threat
Dubai: As US forces mass across the Middle East, Iran is staring at the threat of major American strikes that could target its leadership, military command structure, nuclear sites and critical infrastructure — a showdown Tehran would almost certainly lose in conventional terms, but one that could »»»
Hillary Clinton to appear before US House panel investigating Epstein
Hillary Clinton will on Thursday appear before a panel of the US House of Representatives that is investigating the crimes of late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The former Democratic secretary of state and presidential candidate recently agreed, along with her husband, former President Bill Clinton»»»
Hajjar says timely elections 'more likely than not' but sources suggest otherwise
As Cabinet convened Thursday at the Grand Serail, Interior Minister Ahmad al-Hajjar said it is more likely than not that the parliamentary elections will be held on time, with the number of candidates rising to 30. "The ministry has not received any request to postpone," he told MTV before the cabi»»»
Truth or Fake - State of the Union: Trump makes false, misleading claims about immigration, economy
During his State of the Union speech, US President Donald Trump made a slew of false or misleading claims including about the US economy, immigration and his role in ending wars. FRANCE 24's Charlotte Hughes takes a closer look in Truth or Fake.»»»
Rubio defends Maduro capture to Caribbean leaders amid rising tensions over Cuba
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio told Caribbean leaders on Wednesday that the removal of Venezuela’s Nicolás Maduro has improved regional stability, despite objections over its legality. Speaking at a summit in St Kitts and Nevis, he urged closer cooperation while tensions persist over Cuba, migra»»»
Epstein files: Democrats accuse US government of withholding documents related to Trump
Democrats on Wednesday (February 25) accused US President Donald Trump's administration of the "largest government cover-up in modern history" over reports that it withheld documents relating to allegations that the Republican leader sexually abused a minor.»»»
Live: US, Iran teams exchange ‘creative and positive ideas’, Oman FM says
Oman’s foreign minister said Iranian and US negotiators were exchanging “creative and positive ideas” during talks in Geneva on Thursday. Oman is mediating the indirect talks amid a massive US military buid-up in the Middle East. The two sides took a break following morning negotiations and will re»»»
US-Iran hold third round of talks as Trump deploys warships in Mideast
Iran and the US are holding the third round of indirect talks in Geneva Thursday (February 26) as President Donald Trump ramps up pressure on Tehran with a massive deployment of military aircraft and warships to the Middle East. FRANCE 24's Douglas Herbert gives us his analysis and tells us more a»»»