Dubai: As the US-Israel war on Iran enters its fourth week, Pakistan is rapidly positioning itself as a central diplomatic player, with officials and international reports pointing to Islamabad’s growing role as a key intermediary between Washington and Tehran in efforts to prevent a wider regional»»»

Doha, Qatar: Al Rayyan will take on Al Shahania in the first QSL Cup quarter-final at Al Khor Stadium today, looking to continue their fine run in the revamped tournament. The Lions topped the single-stage league table with 25 points to book an automatic quarter-final berth, along with second-place»»»

The market is the first to react in the event of an energy crisis and governments take measures after the market intervenes, but once an energy crisis starts, it ends somewhere after 3-5 years, as history shows us, said George Niculescu, president of the National Energy Regulatory Authority (ANRE),»»»

Almost 30 million RON were paid for 36 investments made through programs run by the Ministry of Development, MDLPA announced on Monday.According to the cited source, the Ministry of Development, Public Works and Administration (MDLPA) has settled works worth a total of 29,775,567.67 RON for 36 inve»»»

Margin caps are the "smart" intervention that strikes selectively and can become a selection mechanism, because they strengthen big players and eliminate small competition, believes the president of the Smart Energy Association (AEI), Dumitru Chisaita."A third solution, presented as more balanced, »»»

Romania will have to, in the current geopolitical context, in the short term, give importance to increasing energy efficiency and modernizing transmission and distribution networks in order to optimally use existing resources, believes the First Deputy Governor of the National Bank of Romania, Leon»»»

Romania's energy dependence is significantly lower compared to the countries in the region and compared to most European states, the Deputy Governor of the National Bank of Romania (BNR), Cosmin Marinescu, said on Monday at the "Economic Trends 2026" conference."Currently, the global economy is goi»»»

The Government will adopt an emergency ordinance on Tuesday declaring a crisis in the crude oil and/or petroleum products market and establishing measures to protect the economy and the population during this period.According to a Government press release, the decision was made on Monday by the wor»»»

The annual headline inflation rate is expected to return to a clearer downward trajectory only in the second half of the year, however this process requires time and caution in calibrating economic policies, Deputy Governor of the National Bank of Romania (BNR) Cosmin Marinescu said on Monday at th»»»

Social Democratic Party (PSD) President Sorin Grindeanu said on Monday that 20 April has been set for an internal consultation on whether the party should remain in the ruling coalition, with eight regional meetings on the topic scheduled beforehand."We also made our political decisions today, rela»»»

European Commissioner for Fisheries and Oceans Costas Kadis visited a fish processing plant specializing in products from the Danube Delta in Tulcea and discussed with its representatives about investments in fish processing funded through the Aquaculture and Fisheries Programme (AFP), as well as o»»»

Dacian Ciolos, former European Commissioner, is Romania's candidate for the position of Secretary General of the Organisation Internationale de la Francophonie.The announcement was made on Monday by President Nicusor Dan, at the event organized on the occasion of the International Day of Francophon»»»

The ministry for regional development and public works announced on Monday that there follows the construction of a cross-border system for the monitoring of pollution on the Danube due to maritime transport. The pilot initiative will be implemented by the Executive Agency ‘Maritime Administration’»»»

“Romania has the capacity to contribute to de-escalating the situation in the Strait of Hormuz by deploying staff officers, sharing intelligence, or even ‘personnel who have gained experience in recent years in the field of mine clearance’ following the incidents that occurred in the Black Sea,” De»»»

The opening ceremony of the Sea Shield 2026 exercise, the largest multinational training exercise in the Black Sea region this year, took place on Monday in the Port of Constanta, with Romania's Defence Minister Radu Miruta in attendance.The event began with saluting the Guard of Honor, then contin»»»

Senate Speaker Mircea Abrudean will pay a visit to Croatia on Tuesday and Wednesday, where he will participate in the Parliamentary Summit of the Three Seas Initiative (I3M) in Zagreb and will have several bilateral meetings.According to an internal Senate Memorandum, approved by the Permanent Bure»»»

A barrage of Russian missiles and drones killed five people across Ukraine on Tuesday, regional authorities said. Sirens wailed overnight in nearly all of the country, as the attacks killed two people in the Poltava region, with Zaporizhzhia, Kherson and Kharkiv each reporting one death. On the eve»»»

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, seen here during the ruling party's Ninth Congress in February, declared South Korea the "most hostile state," state-run media reported Tuesday. File Photo by KCNA/EPA SEOUL, March 24 (UPI) -- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un declared South Korea the "most hostile st»»»

Rio de Janeiro police said Monday they had arrested eight people for brutally beating a capybara -- the world's largest rodent whose chill demeanor has inspired countless memes online in recent years. Resembling a giant, gentle guinea pig, the shaggy, light brown capybara (Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris»»»

Airstrikes targeting a site belonging to Iraq's Shiite Popular Mobilization Forces in the western province of Anbar killed at least 14 fighters, including the PMF's Anbar operations commander, and wounded 30 others overnight, security and health sources told Reuters early on Tuesday. The PMF confir»»»

Leading Hezbollah officials decided to escalate their rhetoric against the Lebanese government, threatening to take new political approaches after the war, even as its fighters battle Israeli troops on the ground. The Iran-backed party has decided to effectively open a new battle in Lebanon, this t»»»

Abu Dhabi: The UAE’s Ministry of Interior has called on the public to exercise caution and strictly follow safety guidelines during the current spell of unstable weather, stressing that adherence to official instructions is essential to protect lives and property. In guidance issued through its off»»»

A TV auctioneer faces forgery and trafficking charges and is expected to appear in court Tuesday, as police continue receiving new complaints from the public. Giorgos Tsangarakis, well known from years of television appearances, was arrested March 20 after police raided gallery sites around Athens,»»»

Doha, Qatar: Al Rayyan and Al Arabi opened their Men’s Basketball League semi-final playoff campaigns with convincing wins yesterday as the 2025–2026 season resumed following a temporary suspension due to regional circumstances. Matches were played at Al Gharafa Hall without spectators. Al Rayyan d»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s fintech sector is entering a new phase where real financial infrastructure is being deployed, moving beyond pilot projects and policy discussions, a market expert has said. Stiven Muccioli, Founder and CEO of BKN301, stated that one of the most notable changes on the ground is »»»

One of the “hidden” fragments of the Stone of Scone was set into a ring that was lost or stolen shortly afterwards, it has emerged. The ancient stone was snatched during an infamos raid in which a group of nationalist students took it from Westminster Abbey and returned it to Scotland. The stone br»»»

The night air in eastern Ukraine is crisp, and a myriad of stars scatter above a small crew of soldiers watching for Iranian-designed Shahed drones that Russia launches in waves. Such teams are deployed across the country as part of a constantly evolving effort to counter the low-cost loitering mun»»»

The Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) thwarted a series of terrorist attacks with the use of bombs and drones, plotted by Ukraine against the Russian army and targeting strategic facilities in Moscow and the Moscow Region. "The Federal Security Service of Russia has received information about »»»

Rocket debris fell in a densely populated area of Tel Aviv on Tuesday after air raid sirens sounded in the city, igniting a fire at the scene, a Sputnik correspondent reported. Several buildings sustained damage from the barrage. Israeli emergency medical and rescue teams rushed to the impact site.»»»

On March 24, 2015, a Germanwings plane carrying 150 people, including German high school students, crashed in the French Alps in southern France. 1 of 3 | On March 24, 2015, a Germanwings plane carrying 150 people, including German high school students, crashed in the French Alps in southern France»»»

The Defense Department under Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a new policy affecting reporters' access to the Pentagon in response to a federal judge last week ruling against previously announced restrictions. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo March 24 (UPI) -- The Department of Defense»»»

Dubai: Fans planning to attend this year’s Middle East Film & Comic Con will have to wait a little longer, as organisers have officially announced that the event has been postponed from its original April dates. The convention, which was scheduled to take place from 24–26 April 2026, will now be he»»»

Dubai: Residents stranded abroad were allowed to return to the UAE even if their residency permits had expired, as authorities moved swiftly to ease procedures during the crisis, a top official has said. Lieutenant General Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri, Director General of the General Directorate of Iden»»»

A military transport plane carrying 121 people, mostly soldiers, crashed shortly after takeoff on Monday in Puerto Leguizamo, Colombia, killing at least 66 and injuring 81, authorities said. The injured were treated locally before being airlifted, while victims’ bodies were taken to the town’s morg»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Embassy of Pakistan, Doha, Qatar, yesterday celebrated the Pakistan Day in a simple and graceful ceremony. Ambassador of Pakistan to Qatar, H E Muhammad Aamer hoisted the national flag. The messages of the President of Pakistan, H E Asif Ali Zardari, the Prime Minister of Pakistan »»»

Doha: Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) announced the resumption of normal operations across all its medical facilities and clinics, effective today, following the Eid Al-Fitr holiday. For appointments and inquiries, HMC urged patients to contact the “Nesma’ak” customer service at 16060 or use the “L»»»

A military transport plane with 128 people on board, mostly soldiers, crashed shortly after taking off Monday in Puerto Leguizamo, Colombia, killing at least 66 people and leaving dozens injured, the head of Colombia’s armed forces said. General Hugo Alejandro López Barreto said that four military »»»

Dubai: What started as a monthly habit has turned into a life-changing moment for 41-year-old Palestinian expatriate Mohammed Ashour, who has been one of the latest winners of Big Ticket’s second weekly e-draw for March. Ashour, who works as a guest service agent at Zayed International Airport, has»»»

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese struck a long-awaited free trade deal on Tuesday, aiming to boost exports amid global trade uncertainty. The accord reflects efforts by both sides to diversify supply chains and address energy vulnerab»»»

Today marks the final deadline for Bulgarian citizens to submit applications to vote abroad in the upcoming parliamentary elections scheduled for April 19. Requests can be filed either in writing using a standard form or electronically through the website of the Central Election Commission. So far,»»»

Total assets of Kyrgyzstan’s banking sector have grown by 10.7 percent since the beginning of the year, reaching 1,340.7 trillion soms. The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan reported. According to the bank, as of January 31, 2026, there were 23 commercial banks and 306 of their branches operating in the »»»

The construction of Orto-Tokoy Hydroelectric Power Plant (HPP) is entering its final phase. The Ministry of Energy of Kyrgyzstan reported. Major works are almost complete, and preparations are underway for the station’s launch. Currently, builders are laying roads to deliver heavy equipment to the »»»

Less than 48 hours before the US-Israeli strike on Iran began, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke by phone to President Donald Trump about the reasons for launching the kind of complex, far-off war the American leader once had campaigned against, according to an exclusive report published by R»»»

Doha, Qatar: As the Qatar Meteorology Department forecasts rain accompanied by thunder and wind in the country, various government bodies have issued safety guidelines and helpline contact details. The Ministry of Interior advised motorists to reduce their speed and use windshield wipers and to avo»»»

Qatar’s Ministries of Labour and Commerce and Industry have announced the end of the remote work mandate for all private sector institutions. The decision follows guidance from the Secretariat General of the Council of Ministers to resume regular on-site operations. Stay updated: Get the latest fas»»»

Sharjah City Municipality has announced that the exemption from public parking fees will continue starting Monday, 23 March 2026, and will remain in effect until further notice, in response to the current unstable weather conditions. The waiver applies to all public parking areas across the emirate»»»

An Irish-born priest whose groundbreaking approach to child poverty inspired an Oscar-winning film, has now taken a significant step towards becoming a saint. Fr Edward Flanagan set up a sanctuary in the United States to care for thousands of orphaned and impoverished boys during World War One. He »»»

Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Meteorology Department shared the total amount of rain recorded across the country on March 23, 2026. It reported that Al Wakrah received 50mm of rainfall, which was the highest in the country for that day. Meanwhile, Doha received 18.5mm, while Ain Snan and Ras Laffan record»»»

Australia is a crucial source of minerals, including for nuclear power, to help stave off a bigger supply shock than the world is currently facing in energy due to the Iran war, the head of the International Energy Agency said on Tuesday. The world is facing its worst-ever energy shock due to the U»»»

Bulgaria registered a total of 80,348 crimes in 2025, according to the annual report from the Interior Ministry published on Monday. Of these, 86.7% were crimes targeting individuals and their property, while 13.3% were economic offenses. Overall, the number of recorded crimes fell by 6.6% compared»»»