Naharnet 1h

UN chief says 'diplomatic avenues' available to stop war in Lebanon

U.N. chief Antonio Guterres said Saturday on a visit to Beirut that diplomatic channels remained open to end the war between Israel and Hezbollah and urged the international community to support Lebanon. Lebanon was dragged into the Middle East war last week when Hezbollah attacked Israel in respon»»»

France24 5h

NATO defence systems shoot down Iranian ballistic missile over Turkey

Turkey's defence ministry says a ballistic missile fired from Iran and heading into Turkish airspace after passing Syria and Iraq was destroyed by NATO air and missile defence systems in the eastern Mediterranean Sea. It's the third such incident since the war began. Turkey's president Erdogan says»»»

france24.com
The Peninsula 9h

This trusty formula is the key to quick, healthy skillet meals

On the days when I want a flavorful, healthy meal on the table fast (which, honestly, is most days), I rely on a simple formula: Lean protein + no-chop vegetable + quick-cooking whole grain + easy seasoning There are countless possibilities, and when the elements come together in one pan, it’s even»»»

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Naharnet 11h

Iran, US threaten attacks on oil facilities

Iran threatened Saturday to reduce U.S.-linked oil facilities to "a pile of ashes" as the two-week-old Middle East war spilled over into a global oil price crisis. Iranian armed forces issued the warning after U.S. President Donald Trump said he may decide to "wipe out" Iran's largest oil export hu»»»

Naharnet 12h

Hamas urges Iran to stop 'targeting neighboring countries'

Palestinian Islamist movement Hamas on Saturday called on Iran to refrain from targeting neighbouring countries, while affirming Tehran's right to defend itself against Israel and the United States. In a rare appeal, Hamas also urged the international community to take steps to end the war that has»»»

Gulf News 13h

Iran’s war strategy puts pressure on Trump

Paris: US-Israeli strikes killed Iran's leader but have not toppled the government, which now, from its perch on the Strait of Hormuz, has put the entire world economy on the war's frontlines. The initial US victory in killing supreme leader Ali Khamenei has given way to a conflict that Washington »»»

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France24 16h

Explosion shakes Tehran amid state-organised rally after Israeli warning

A blast rocked a major pro-Palestinian rally in Tehran on Friday after Israel warned it could target the area, as the nearly two-week war between Israel and Iran escalated across the Middle East. Washington ordered roughly 2,500 additional Marines to the region, bolstering its military presence. A »»»

france24.com
BNE 16h

EXCLUSIVE: Cyprus acts as a “third force” in EU sanctions extension vote

EU presidency chair Cyprus has changed its stance on lifting EU sanctions on Russian billionaire Alisher Usmanov and now opposes it due to historical disputes with Turkey, a bne IntelliNews source familiar with the Coreper discussions in the EU on March 13. »»»

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BNE 16h

EXCLUSIVE: Cyprus acts as a “third force” in EU sanctions extension vote

EU presidency chair Cyprus has changed its stance on lifting EU sanctions on Russian billionaire Alisher Usmanov and now opposes it due to historical disputes with Turkey, a bne IntelliNews source familiar with the Coreper discussions in the EU on March 13. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 16h

EXCLUSIVE: Cyprus acts as a “third force” in EU sanctions extension vote

EU presidency chair Cyprus has changed its stance on lifting EU sanctions on Russian billionaire Alisher Usmanov and now opposes it due to historical disputes with Turkey, a bne IntelliNews source familiar with the Coreper discussions in the EU on March 13. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 16h

EXCLUSIVE: Cyprus acts as a “third force” in EU sanctions extension vote

EU presidency chair Cyprus has changed its stance on lifting EU sanctions on Russian billionaire Alisher Usmanov and now opposes it due to historical disputes with Turkey, a bne IntelliNews source familiar with the Coreper discussions in the EU on March 13. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 16h

EXCLUSIVE: Cyprus acts as a “third force” in EU sanctions extension vote

EU presidency chair Cyprus has changed its stance on lifting EU sanctions on Russian billionaire Alisher Usmanov and now opposes it due to historical disputes with Turkey, a bne IntelliNews source familiar with the Coreper discussions in the EU on March 13. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 16h

EXCLUSIVE: Cyprus acts as a “third force” in EU sanctions extension vote

EU presidency chair Cyprus has changed its stance on lifting EU sanctions on Russian billionaire Alisher Usmanov and now opposes it due to historical disputes with Turkey, a bne IntelliNews source familiar with the Coreper discussions in the EU on March 13. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 16h

EXCLUSIVE: Cyprus acts as a “third force” in EU sanctions extension vote

EU presidency chair Cyprus has changed its stance on lifting EU sanctions on Russian billionaire Alisher Usmanov and now opposes it due to historical disputes with Turkey, a bne IntelliNews source familiar with the Coreper discussions in the EU on March 13. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 16h

EXCLUSIVE: Cyprus acts as a “third force” in EU sanctions extension vote

EU presidency chair Cyprus has changed its stance on lifting EU sanctions on Russian billionaire Alisher Usmanov and now opposes it due to historical disputes with Turkey, a bne IntelliNews source familiar with the Coreper discussions in the EU on March 13. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 16h

EXCLUSIVE: Cyprus acts as a “third force” in EU sanctions extension vote

EU presidency chair Cyprus has changed its stance on lifting EU sanctions on Russian billionaire Alisher Usmanov and now opposes it due to historical disputes with Turkey, a bne IntelliNews source familiar with the Coreper discussions in the EU on March 13. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 16h

EXCLUSIVE: Cyprus acts as a “third force” in EU sanctions extension vote

EU presidency chair Cyprus has changed its stance on lifting EU sanctions on Russian billionaire Alisher Usmanov and now opposes it due to historical disputes with Turkey, a bne IntelliNews source familiar with the Coreper discussions in the EU on March 13. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 17h

EXCLUSIVE: Cyprus acts as a “third force” in EU sanctions extension vote

EU presidency chair Cyprus has changed its stance on lifting EU sanctions on Russian billionaire Alisher Usmanov and now opposes it due to historical disputes with Turkey, a bne IntelliNews source familiar with the Coreper discussions in the EU on March 13. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 17h

EXCLUSIVE: Cyprus acts as a “third force” in EU sanctions extension vote

EU presidency chair Cyprus has changed its stance on lifting EU sanctions on Russian billionaire Alisher Usmanov and now opposes it due to historical disputes with Turkey, a bne IntelliNews source familiar with the Coreper discussions in the EU on March 13. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 17h

EXCLUSIVE: Cyprus acts as a “third force” in EU sanctions extension vote

EU presidency chair Cyprus has changed its stance on lifting EU sanctions on Russian billionaire Alisher Usmanov and now opposes it due to historical disputes with Turkey, a bne IntelliNews source familiar with the Coreper discussions in the EU on March 13. »»»

intellinews.com
France24 18h

Russia is wrong to think Iran war will offer respite on Ukraine, Macron says

Russia is wrong to think the war in Iran will give it respite in Ukraine, French President Emmanuel Macron said on Friday at a joint press conference with his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky. The leaders were meeting for talks on ways to increase pressure on Russia, including increasi»»»

france24.com
BNE 18h

EXCLUSIVE: Cyprus acts as a “third force” in EU sanctions extension vote

EU presidency chair Cyprus has changed its stance on lifting EU sanctions on Russian billionaire Alisher Usmanov and now opposes it due to historical disputes with Turkey, a bne IntelliNews source familiar with the Coreper discussions in the EU on March 13. »»»

intellinews.com
BBC 1d

Under drone fire, exiled Kurds wait to confront Iranian regime

Like many exiled Iranian Kurds, Shaho Bloori, 53, hears the call of home from both the living and the dead. Two of his sisters remain in Iran, and 18 of his relatives lie buried there, killed by the regime. That includes one of his brothers, who he tells us is "forever young" - a protest singer, ex»»»

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UPI 13.03. 19:20

Argentina expands pistachio production amid rising global demand - UPI.com

pistachios are experiencing strong popularity in multiple markets. Consumption as a snack continues to grow steadily, while their use in ice cream, chocolate and baked goods is becoming more common. File Photo by Ali Haider/EPA BUENOS AIRES, March 13 (UPI) -- Pistachio cultivation is expanding rapi»»»

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DW 13.03. 17:10

US eases oil sanctions, boosting Russia

BusinessUS eases oil sanctions, boosting RussiaArthur SullivanThe US has further eased sanctions on Russian oil in an attempt to bring soaring energy prices down. The news is a huge boost to the Kremlin, just when it needed one. https://p.dw.com/p/5AM3iA tanker carrying Russian oil, pictured on Jan»»»

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Kathimerini 13.03. 16:46

Dozens of migrants found on island of Lemnos

A group of 39 migrants, mostly women and children, has been located on the northeastern Aegean Sea island of Lemnos which is off most usual migration routes, authorities said Friday. A Coast Guard statement said the ten men, 9 women and 20 children were found near the village of Fysini on southeast»»»

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Kathimerini 13.03. 16:09

Turk faces extradition on migrant-smuggling charges

A Turkish man has been arrested in northern Greece and faces extradition to Turkey where he is wanted to answer charges including migrant-smuggling, police said Friday. The 41-year-old suspect was detained Thursday in a Thessaloniki flat together with two more Turkish nationals, a police statement »»»

ekathimerini.com
Novinite 13.03. 15:18

Bulgaria’s Exports to EU Decline in 2025 as Imports Continue to Rise

Bulgaria recorded a decline in exports to European Union countries in 2025, while imports from the bloc continued to rise, according to data from the National Statistical Institute (NSI). Over the year, Bulgarian exports to EU member states fell by 3.8 percent compared to 2024, reaching a total val»»»

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Libya Herald 13.03. 15:18

Special Flights Authority former official sentenced to five years imprisonment and US$ 13 million fine for Antonov engines corruption

Libya’s oversight entity, the Administrative Control Authority (ACA), reported yesterday that the Tripoli Court of Appeal issued its judgment on 16 February 2026, finding former Director General of Libya’s Executive Authority for Special Flights (which refers to itself in English as the EACS for sh»»»

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Gulf News 13.03. 13:32

Turkey confirms third ballistic missile from Iran shot down

Ankara: Turkey’s defence ministry on Friday said a ballistic missile from Iran had been shot down in Turkish airspace by NATO forces in the third such incident of the Middle East war. “A ballistic munition launched from Iran and entering Turkish airspace was neutralised by NATO air and missile defe»»»

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The Peninsula 13.03. 11:50

Islamic nations D-8 summit postponed due to Middle East regional tension

Jakarta: An April summit of the D-8 bloc of Muslim-majority developed countries that includes Iran has been postponed due to the regional tension in the Middle East, host Indonesia said Friday. No new date was announced for the meeting that was to have stretched over four days, culminating in a lea»»»

thepeninsulaqatar.com
24 News Agency 13.03. 10:30

16 kidney transplants performed in Kyrgyzstan in 2025 - | 24.KG

In 2025, doctors at the National Center for Maternal and Child Welfare in Kyrgyzstan performed 16 kidney transplant operations. First Deputy Minister of Health Tilek Mamadaliev said at a joint meeting of two deputy groups. According to him, the figure represents an important achievement for the cou»»»

24.kg
Kathimerini 13.03. 09:31

A 5.5 quake jolts central Turkey, sending residents into the cold streets

A moderately strong earthquake struck central Turkey on Friday, Turkey’s emergency response said. The tremor sent some residents rushing into the streets but no damage has been reported. The magnitude 5.5 quake was centered in the town of Niksar in Tokat province, at a depth of 6.4 kilometers (4 mi»»»

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Gulf News 13.03. 09:04

Stranded UAE residents tell of detours across countries to get back amid US-Israel-Iran war

Dubai: When regional airspace closures swept across the Middle East due to the US-Israel-Iran war at the end of February, thousands of UAE residents found themselves stranded far from home. For some, the journey back meant days on buses through desert highways. For others, it meant hopping across t»»»

gulfnews.com
UPI 13.03. 08:05

On This Day, March 13: Trump declares national emergency over COVID-19 - UPI.com

On March 13, 2020, President Donald Trump declared a national emergency in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. 1 of 4 | President Donald Trump, joined by members of his administration, declares a national emergency due to the COVID-19 pandemic during a news conference at the White House in Washingto»»»

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BNE 13.03. 05:59

Turkey’s central bankers feel the winds of war, benchmark rate kept on hold

Impacts of the Middle East conflict hit the monetary policy committee (MPC) of Turkey’s central bank on March 12 as it left the country’s main policy rate (one-week repo) unchanged at 37%. In the days l»»»

intellinews.com
BNE 13.03. 05:59

Turkey’s central bankers feel the winds of war, benchmark rate kept on hold

Impacts of the Middle East conflict hit the monetary policy committee (MPC) of Turkey’s central bank on March 12 as it left the country’s main policy rate (one-week repo) unchanged at 37%. In the days l»»»

intellinews.com
24 News Agency 13.03. 04:17

Kyrgyzstan’s national U23 football team to play against Serbia and Albania - | 24.KG

The U23 national football team of Kyrgyzstan will play two friendly matches during a training camp in Turkey, the Kyrgyz Football Union (KFU) reported. The camp will be held on March 23-31 in Antalya. Edmar Lacerda’s team will play against their counterparts from Serbia on March 26 and Albania on M»»»

24.kg
The Peninsula 12.03. 17:32

Iraq to maintain crude oil production at 1.4 Million barrels per day

Baghdad: Iraqi Oil Minister Hayan Abdul Ghani announced that Iraq will continue producing crude oil at a level of approximately 1.4 million barrels per day. In a press statement, the minister said Iraq's oil transport fleet is prepared to handle the shipment of around 200,000 barrels per day by tan»»»

thepeninsulaqatar.com
Gulf News 12.03. 15:39

War disrupts fertiliser supplies, puts food security at risk

Paris: With production in the Gulf countries at a standstill and gas prices rising, the war in the Middle East is disrupting the supply of fertilisers and posing risks for food security. A third of fertiliser shipped by sea comes from the region and cannot make it to the global market as Iran has e»»»

gulfnews.com
Kathimerini 12.03. 14:02

43 migrants found in western Greece

Police in western Greece have arrested a group of 43 migrants for illegal entry and residence in the country and a Greek man for allegedly facilitating them, officials said Thursday. A police statement said the 38 men and five women were taken into custody late Wednesday in the village of Katochi, »»»

ekathimerini.com
Naharnet 12.03. 13:43

Turkey urges end to Israeli attacks 'before Lebanon collapses'

Turkey's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan called Thursday for an end to Israel's bombardment of neighboring Lebanon "before it collapses". "Israel, pursuing expansionist policies, is bringing its dirty war into Lebanon.. Israeli attacks must end before the Lebanese state collapses," he said at a joint »»»

Novinite 12.03. 12:34

Bulgaria's Zapryanov and Greece's Dendias Highlight Patriot Missile Support and Joint Defense Projects

Bulgaria and Greece see significant potential to deepen cooperation in defense innovation, according to Bulgarian Defense Minister Atanas Zapryanov, following talks with his Greek counterpart Nikos Dendias in Sofia. Zapryanov highlighted that recent unprovoked Iranian attacks on Cyprus and multiple»»»

novinite.com
Middle East Observer 12.03. 11:27

ETHYDCO Sales Exceed EGP 5.7bn as Petrochemical Exports Expand

FacebookTwitterWhatsAppLinkedinCopy URL The Egyptian Ethylene and Derivatives Company (ETHYDCO) reported strong operational and commercial performance, with total sales in domestic and export markets surpassing EGP 5.7 billion and exports rising by 5.4 per cent, according to statements made during »»»

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Novinite 12.03. 09:20

Bulgaria’s Air Defenses Fully Deployed Amid Rising Regional Tensions

Bulgaria has raised its air defense to combat readiness despite the overall threat level being assessed as low. The decision followed a missile launch by Iran targeting Turkey, prompting the Bulgarian military to increase the preparedness of its units. As part of the heightened alert, personnel are»»»

novinite.com
The Budapest Times 12.03. 05:37

Orbán: “We do not need Ukraine in the European Union”

As Hungary approaches the 2026 parliamentary elections, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has framed the vote as a decisive moment for the country’s future security and economic stability. Speaking during a campaign stop in Balatonfüred, PM Orbán warned that Europe is living through a period of significa»»»

budapesttimes.hu
24 News Agency 12.03. 04:50

Kyrgyzstan’s national football team to play matches against Madagascar, Bahrain - | 24.KG

The national football team of Kyrgyzstan will play matches against Madagascar and Bahrain as part of a training camp that will begin on March 18 in Turkey. The Kyrgyz Football Union reported. This is the first training camp under new head coach Robert Prosinečki. The team will play two friendly mat»»»

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Naharnet 11.03. 12:44

War must be stopped 'before it engulfs entire region in flames', says Erdogan

The war raging in much of the Middle East must be stopped before it engulfs the entire region at increasing cost to the global economy, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Wednesday. "This war must be stopped before it becomes bigger and completely engulfs the region in flames," he said, de»»»

Kathimerini 11.03. 12:21

More than 100 migrants reach Crete from Libya

Three more small migrant boats carrying over 100 people across the dangerous Mediterranean route from north Africa have reached southern Crete, officials said Wednesday. The new arrivals pushed the number of migrants who have landed on the southern Greek island so far this year close to 1,800, acco»»»

ekathimerini.com
Jordan Times 11.03. 07:26

Iraq seeking new oil export routes after Hormuz disruption: ministry

BAGHDAD — Iraqi authorities are exploring alternative routes to export oil after transit through the Strait of Hormuz was disrupted by the Middle East war, an oil ministry spokesperson told AFP on Tuesday.Saheb Bazoun said that "much like other countries in the region, oil production and marketing »»»

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