UAE launches special flights for stranded passengers
Dubai: The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has announced the commencement of exceptional flight operations at UAE airports, enabling stranded passengers affected by recent regional developments to depart, in line with the schedules to be announced by airlines to affected passengers and the »»»
Dubai airports to partially resume flights from Monday evening
Dubai: Dubai Airports has confirmed that a limited resumption of operations will begin on the evening of March 2. According to a statement carried by the Government of Dubai Media Office, a small number of flights will be permitted to operate from Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central -»»»
Türkiye Says Day-trip Crossings Suspended at Iran Border
Türkiye and Iran have mutually suspended day-trip crossings at their border, Türkiye's trade minister said Monday as Israeli-US strikes continued to pound the Islamic Republic. "Same-day passenger crossings at all three customs gates have been mutually suspended," Trade Minister Omer Bolat wrote on»»»
Next Iranian leader should be killed too if hostile to US – senator
The US should assassinate those who come to power in Iran if they remain hostile toward American interests, according to veteran war hawk Senator Lindsey Graham. The targeted killing of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and other senior officials was the opening part of a US-Israeli reg»»»
US jets shot down over Kuwait in 'apparent friendly fire incident', officials say
Three US fighter jets have been downed over Kuwait in "an apparent friendly fire incident" while flying in support of the US-Israeli hostilities with Iran, US Central Command (Centcom) says. The F-15 jets were were "mistakenly shot down by Kuwaiti air defences", officials announced in a statement o»»»
Israel strikes Lebanon after Hezbollah rocket fire as Iran conflict widens
Israel's military has said it has struck Hezbollah targets in Lebanon, after the Iranian-backed Shia group said it launched rockets and drones at the Israeli city of Haifa to avenge the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Lebanon's health ministry said 31 people were killed by »»»
Dubai is going to protect us: Residents, expats express confidence amid regional tensions
Dubai: As tensions continue across parts of the Middle East, residents and expatriates in Dubai has highlighted that daily life in the emirate remains calm and uninterrupted, a reflection of strong leadership, preparedness, and a united community. In a recent video shared by Dubai Civility, various»»»
US intervention in the Middle East: From the 1953 Iran coup to Iraq, Libya and Syria
Ali Khamenei, Ali Shamkhani, Mohammad Pakpour, and several other senior figures in Iran’s leadership have been killed in the US-Israeli strikes on the Islamic Republic. Their deaths mark a seismic moment in the region: never before has Washington been accused of directly killing a sitting, internat»»»
'They hit so hard the house was shaking': Iranians describe impact of US-Israel attacks
People in Iran have been describing their experiences as Israel and the US continue to bomb targets across the country. The attacks began on Saturday morning with the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, shocking supporters and opponents. Since then, military and strategic sites»»»
Sharjah Police urge proper parking around mosques
During Ramadan, mosques across the UAE witness a noticeable surge in activity, particularly during prayer times, as worshippers gather in large numbers. With this increase, however, comes a recurring challenge — improper parking around prayer areas that disrupts traffic flow and creates unnecessary»»»
'When can I go home?': A UAE expat’s story of crisis and community from 8,000 miles away
It was 4 am and there was no reason for me to wake up and check my phone, but I did. I was visiting the US for the first time in my life. I had never done so before, partly because financial reasons aside, the thought of always being halfway across the world made me slightly anxious. A 14-hour flig»»»
Judge Andrey Georgiev, Prosecutor Georgi Balkov Appointed as Deputy Justice Ministers
A judge and a prosecutor have been appointed as deputy justice ministers, the Justice Ministry said in a press release on Monday. Judge Andrey Georgiev and prosecutor Georgi Balkov were appointed by an order of caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov dated March 2 and will join the team of caretaker»»»
Mickoski: 17 investments in free zones to create 5,000 jobs
Skopje, 26 February 2026 (MIA) - Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski said Thursday the portfolio of technological-industrial development zones contains 17 investments worth nearly EUR 650 million and set to open 5,000 jobs. "The investments, some already launched while others in negotiating stage, ar»»»
Durmishi: ESC session on Monday, average consumer basket on agenda
Skopje, 27 February 2026 (MIA) - The Economic-Social Council (ESC) will hold a session on Monday, Minister of Economy and Labor Besar Durmishi told MIA, adding that the average consumer basket drafted by the Government would be on its agenda. "The average consumer basket was on the ESC agenda the l»»»
Anwar Gargash says crises reveal true intentions
Anwar Gargash, diplomatic adviser to the UAE President, said that crises reveal the true intentions of different groups towards the Gulf states and their societies, in a post on X. He wrote that solidarity should not be expected from groups such as the Muslim Brotherhood and their allies, or from i»»»
Salam Says Cabinet Bans Armed Activities Outside State Authority, Orders Enforcement of Weapons Plan - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Salam Says Cabinet Bans Armed Activities Outside State Authority, Orders Enforcement of Weapons Plan 02-03-2026 15:35 PM Prime Minister, Na»»»
Who will succeed Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei, killed by US-Israeli strikes?
The past 24 hours have given Iran’s leadership transition a tangible shape, while also revealing how dangerously the very idea of “normal” is shifting in international politics. The death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a joint US-Israeli operation against Iran is a demonstrative precedent, read acros»»»
Starmer seeks to carve out distinct UK approach to this conflict
"Engaging in armed conflict in breach of international law is a precarious business." So wrote Keir Starmer QC, as he then was, in The Guardian in March 2003 as Britain was on the cusp of joining the Iraq War. Almost a quarter of a century on, Sir Keir Starmer KC faces his own dilemma about how to »»»
Finance Ministry: Ivaylo Ashkov Appointed Director of Public Financial Inspection Agency
Caretaker Finance Minister Georgi Klisurski has appointed Ivaylo Ashkov as Director of the Public Financial Inspection Agency (PFIA), the Finance Ministry's press office said on Monday. Since January 2022, Ashkov has served as Deputy Director of the agency. Ashkov holds a Master's degree in Law fro»»»
Saudi Arabia allocates 2,500 hotel rooms in Mecca for stranded GCC travellers
Dubai: Saudi Arabia’s Mecca Chamber of Commerce has allocated 2,500 fully serviced hotel rooms to accommodate citizens of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries stranded at airports across the Kingdom following widespread travel disruptions. The measure follows a directive from King Salman bin Ab»»»
Families in Lebanon take shelter in schools amid deadly Israeli escalation
Lebanese civilians fled from the country's south and from Beirut's southern suburbs on Monday, seeking refuge in schools in Lebanon's capital following a new and deadly escalation between Israel and the Iran-allied Lebanese militant group Hezbollah. Lebanon's Health Ministry reported at least 31 pe»»»
Lebanese leaders slam Hezbollah's firing of rockets, throw support behind state
Free Patriotic Movement leader Jebran Bassil on Monday warned against another “support war” in Lebanon, after Hezbollah fired rockets at Israel drawing massive Israeli retaliation. “We warned against a war to support Gaza because it would only bring ruin to Lebanon and to those who waged it, and it»»»
UAE warns public to share only verified news
The UAE National Media Authority has emphasised the importance of full compliance with laws and official instructions regarding media content and information circulation amid current regional developments. Authorities say media awareness helps safeguard the community. Key instructions include: • Do»»»
Will Jessie Buckley's winning streak continue at the Oscars?
After winning a Golden Globe and a BAFTA already this year, Jessie Buckley continued her success at the Actor Awards on Sunday. But will her winning streak continue at the Oscars later this month? The Irish actress' recent roles range from William Shakespeare's wife, Agnes, in Hamnet, to Sally Bowl»»»
Missiles flying. oil surging. nuclear risks growing.
Dubai: The war between Iran and US-Israeli forces expanded dramatically on Monday, drawing in Iranian-backed militias and Hezbollah and regional energy infrastructure as casualties mounted and oil markets surged. Missiles and drones struck Israel and Arab states, US fighter jets were mistakenly sho»»»
Bulgaria Urges Iran to Abandon Nuclear Programme as Thousands of Bulgarians Remain Stranded in War Zone
On March 1, 2026, Acting Foreign Minister Nadezhda Neynsky joined an extraordinary videoconference session of the EU Foreign Affairs Council focused on the rapidly deteriorating situation in the Middle East. Participants voiced deep concern over the intensifying military strikes and the potential f»»»
Dozens killed in Lebanon including MP Raad after Hezbollah launches attack against Israel – Ya Libnan
Share: File photo of Hezbollah parliamentary bloc chief Mohammad Raad The head of Hezbollah’s parliamentary block , MP Mohammad Raad, was killed during Israeli strikes on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon after Iran announced that Hezbollah officially entered the war and Hezbollah launched an attack aga»»»
Qatar halts LNG output after drone attack on key energy facilities
Dubai: QatarEnergy has announced a halt to the production of liquefied natural gas and related products following a military attack on its operational facilities in Ras Laffan Industrial City and Mesaieed Industrial City. The move came after Qatar said on Monday that two Iranian drones had targeted»»»
Pakistani prime minister postpones Russia visit
Prime Minister Shebaz Sharif has postponed his planned trip to Russia, the Pakistani government has said. Sharif was scheduled to visit Russia March 3-5. The decision to postpone the trip was made due to the current domestic and regional situations, the Pakistani government said in a statement on S»»»
MRF Files Papers with Central Election Commission to Register Independently for April 19 Elections
The Movement for Rights and Freedoms (MRF) party Monday submitted papers to the Central Election Commission (CEC) to register for the snap parliamentary elections scheduled for April 19. “We registered independently as a party, submitting a petition signed by 12,222 supporters. This is an expressio»»»
RAF Cyprus base hit, U.K., allows U.S. to fly missions from its bases - UPI.com
RAF Akrotiri on Cyprus, from where Typhoon figher jets are flying sorties to defend Gulf countries under attack from Iran and as many as 300,000 British nationals visiting or living in the region, was evacuated after a drone attack overnight. File Photo via U.K. Ministry of Defense/UPI | License Ph»»»
Air India Express chief Aloke Singh to step down after reshaping airline growth
Dubai: Air India Express Managing Director Aloke Singh will step down on March 19 after completing his tenure, closing a leadership phase that reshaped the low-cost carrier through rapid expansion, structural integration and brand transformation. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques &»»»
Kuwait FM receives phone call from Bangladeshi counterpart
KUWAIT, March 2 (KUNA) -- Kuwait Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah received on Monday a phone call from Bangladeshi counterpart Khalilur Rahman.During the phone call, he condemned the Iranian aggression that targeted Kuwait and other countries of the region, the Fore»»»
Israel says Hezbollah chief will end at 'bottom of hell' like Iran's Khamenei
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz warned Monday that Israel would send Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem to "the bottom of hell" like Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, after an attack by the Lebanese armed group. "We will strike Hezbollah hard, and Naim Qassem, chairman of the Hezbollah te»»»
Juvenile crime in Kyrgyzstan increased by 11 percent in 2025 - | 24.KG
Juvenile crime in the Kyrgyz Republic increased by 11 percent in 2025. Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs Oktyabr Urmambetov said at a meeting of the Committee on Science, Education, Innovative Development, Information Technology, Culture, Sports, and Youth Affairs of Parliament of Kyrgyzstan. Acc»»»
Commerce Min. inspects Shuaiba Industrial Area to ensure operational continuity
KUWAIT, March 2 (KUNA) - Minister of Commerce and Industry and Chairman of the Board of the Public Authority for Industry, Osama Boodai, on Monday inspected the Shuaiba Industrial Area to ensure continuity of operations under current circumstances.The Authority said in a statement to KUNA that Bood»»»
Germany rules out military action against Iran
BERLIN, March 2 (KUNA) -- German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul affirmed Monday that Germany will not participate in any military actions against Iran.In an interview with Deutschlandfunk radio, Wadephul said the government has no intention of taking part, noting Germany has no military bases in »»»
Mosaic Defense: Iran’s Strategic Insurance Policy Against Enemy Decapitation Attacks
Mosaic Defense “is a system of decentralized command and control of the armed forces, and the launching of strikes against predetermined targets according to predetermined plans,” prolific Russian military observer Igor Korotchenko told Sputnik. “It’s clear that Iran’s military and political leader»»»
Albania’s Prime Minister Proposes Sweeping Cabinet Changes After Meeting President
Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama met with President Bajram Begaj on Monday in a 25-minute meeting at the Pallati i Brigadave, as the Presidency building undergoes reconstruction. During the meeting, Rama formally proposed seven changes to his cabinet. President Begaj now has seven days to decree th»»»
Saudi Arabia intercepts five drones near Prince Sultan Air Base
Dubai: Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Defence said on Monday that five hostile drones had been intercepted and destroyed near Prince Sultan Air Base, with no casualties reported. In a statement, Major General Turki Al Malki, the official spokesperson for the ministry, said the drones were detected and »»»
Afghan losses near 1,000 in latest escalation – Pakistan
Afghan forces have suffered nearly 1,000 casualties in the latest cross-border escalation with Pakistan, officials in Islamabad have claimed. Information Minister Attaullah Tarar said at least 415 Taliban fighters and allied militants had been killed and more than 580 wounded in airstrikes and clas»»»
Trump bit off more than he can chew with Iran – ex-Pentagon analyst
The US-Israeli strikes on Iran are unlikely to trigger regime change and risk escalating into a wider geopolitical confrontation, former Pentagon security policy analyst Michael Maloof has told RT. Washington and West Jerusalem launched what they described as a “preemptive” attack on the Islamic Re»»»
Iran's FM highlights endurance as part of 'mosaic defence' strategy vs US-Israeli pressure
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi claimed that Tehran can withstand sustained US-Israeli military pressure, able to defend the regime despite a successful “decapitation” hit, and wage a prolonged war. How? He calls it the "decentralised mosaic defence" (DMD) strategy, which he claims Iran had»»»
Vazrazhdane Calls for Emergency Parliament Meeting over Middle East Escalation
Vazrazhdane submitted a motion Monday for an emergency Parliament meeting the same day, following the escalation of the Iran conflict, the press centre of the party reported. They urge the rest of the political formations to sign the request, as it must be supported by at least one-fifth of the MPs»»»
Iran: war death toll increases to 555
TEHRAN, March 2 (KUNA) - Iranian Authorities announced on Monday an the war death toll increased to 555 so far.The Iranian Red Crescent Society said in a statement that 555 citizens had been killed in strikes targeting Iranian territory, adding that 131 cities sustained damage. Relief teams continu»»»
Cabinet bans Hezbollah military activities, demands group to hand over arms
Cabinet decided Monday in an emergency session to outlaw all of Hezbollah's security and military activities. Prime Minister Nawaf Salam urged Hezbollah after the session to hand over its arms to the state and said the army would immediately start implementing its plan to disarm the group north of »»»
Qatar not engaging with Iran after intercepting strikes on civilian infrastructure: Al Ansari
Doha, Qatar: Qatar is not engaging with Iran at the moment, a senior official said, after Iranian attacks targeted civilian infrastructure in the country, including the international airport. Al Jazeera stated that the Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Fore»»»
Canada and India Strike Agreements on Rare Earth, Uranium
India and Canada on Monday reached a string of agreements, including on critical mineral cooperation and a "landmark" uranium supply deal for nuclear power, the countries' leaders said in New Delhi. The pacts, which also covered technology and promoting the use of renewable energy, were announced a»»»
Unauthorized war or justified action? US Congress split on Iran strikes
US President Donald Trump’s unilateral decision to launch strikes against Iran has met a mixed response in Congress, as lawmakers are split over the issue, mostly along party lines. Democrats are now seeking to stop the campaign under the 1973 War Powers Act. The US and Israel launched the attack o»»»