US power vs Iran leverage: The real battle in the war
Dubai: The war with Iran is exposing a hard truth for Washington — overwhelming military power does not always translate into control. On paper, the United States and its ally Israel hold a decisive advantage. With unmatched military capability, global reach and economic weight, the balance of powe»»»
Amir and UAE President discuss regional and international developments
Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani met with the President of the United Arab Emirates HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to discuss the latest regional and international developments and efforts to contain tensions and enhance security and stability in the region. During th»»»
Easter 2026 in Dubai: Your guide to holy week services and timings
Dubai: Christian communities across the UAE are gearing up for Easter celebrations, with several churches across the country releasing their holy week schedules to accommodate the diverse, multicultural population. In Dubai, churches have announced the timings of services held in multiple languages»»»
Amir and UAE president discuss regional and international developments
ABU DHABI: His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani has met with President of the United Arab Emirates His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to discuss the latest regional and international developments and efforts to contain tensions and enhance securi»»»
Netanyahu reportedly says any US-Iran deal won't end Lebanon war
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has told senior U.S. officials that any future agreement between Washington and Tehran would not stop Israel's war in Lebanon, according to a report published Monday. The Israel Hayom daily said Netanyahu conveyed the message during recent closed-door talks»»»
Kyrgyzstan among polluted Central Asian countries – IQAir report - | 24.KG
Kyrgyzstan has been identified as one of the countries with a high level of air pollution, according to the 2025 World Air Quality Report by the international organization IQAir. The study places Kyrgyzstan 35th—40th globally in terms of air pollution, classifying the country as having an unfavorab»»»
Tomahawk Stockpiles Drying up as US Stands Alone in Iran Quagmire – Military Analyst
US conventional military power is being stretched to the breaking point in its war against Iran, Russian military observer Igor Korotchenko tells Sputnik. It’s not just about fast-depleting Tomahawks - every missile fired at Iran chips away at the broader air- and missile-defense reserves simultane»»»
UAE extends distance learning for universities with one exemption
Dubai: The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR), in coordination with the Education, Human Development and Community Development Council, on Tuesday announced the extension of remote learning at higher education institutions until April 17, 2026. "In-person classes will res»»»
Dubai, Abu Dhabi rank among world’s top 10 smartest cities
Dubai and Abu Dhabi have secured leading global positions in the 2026 Smart City Index published by the International Institute for Management Development, highlighting the UAE’s rapid digital transformation and high urban quality of life. Dubai ranked sixth globally, while Abu Dhabi placed tenth a»»»
Islamic Resistance fighters targeted at 04:30 on Tuesday 31-03-2026 a gathering of “Israeli” enemy army soldiers and vehicles at the El-Sidr–El-Friz triangle in Ainatha town with a rocket barrage: statement 9 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Average gallon of gas passes $4 in United States - UPI.com
1 of 2 | The price for 87 octane gasoline is set at over $7 a gallon with some fuel grades just short of $8 per gallon at a gas station open for business on Monday in New York City. Gas prices have surged past $4 per gallon on average in the United States with the significant increase driven by the»»»
Key Russian oil export hub ablaze after Ukrainian drone strikes - UPI.com
Ukrainian drones hit one of Russia's largest oil terminals overnight, adding to fires still raging from a string of attacks that began almost a week targeting the country's ability to export oil, gas and other energy products via the Baltic Sea. File Photo by Russian Emergencies Ministry/EPA-EFE Ma»»»
Australia: Some social media platforms not compliant with under-16 ban - UPI.com
The Australian government internet regulator eSafety released a report on social media companies' compliance with a new law that bans children under 16 from social media. File Photo by Adam Vaughan/EPA March 31 (UPI) -- Australia said that social media companies aren't doing enough to prevent young»»»
Sharjah handles 74,000 weather emergencies with zero casualties, council hails coordinated response
Sharjah: Sharjah authorities handled more than 74,000 emergency reports during last week’s weather conditions, with no deaths or injuries recorded, the Sharjah Executive Council announced on Tuesday. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.The Council pra»»»
Bulgaria to Take Part in Drone Production for European Market Under Ukraine Deal
Bulgaria and Ukraine have agreed on a long-term framework for security cooperation, including joint development and production of unmanned aerial vehicles. The arrangement forms part of a 10-year security agreement signed in Kyiv on Monday by acting Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov and Ukrainian Presid»»»
Children in Bulgaria Are Exposed to Heatwaves, Floods and Air Pollution - UNICEF Representative
Children in Bulgaria are exposed to climate risks such as heatwaves, floods, and air pollution, said UNICEF Representative to Bulgaria Christina de Bruin. A report by UNICEF shows that children in Bulgaria are particularly vulnerable to these risks. De Bruin made the statement on Tuesday during an »»»
Microsoft plans over $1 bn cloud, AI investment in Thailand
Bangkok: Microsoft announced Tuesday it plans to invest more than $1 billion in cloud and AI data centre infrastructure and operations in Thailand over the next two years. As demand for artificial intelligence heats up, tech giants are racing to invest billions of dollars in Southeast Asia, attract»»»
IndiGo appoints Willie Walsh as CEO
Dubai: IndiGo has appointed International Air Transport Association Director General Willie Walsh as its next CEO. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Walsh will step down from IATA on July 31 and is expected to join IndiGo by early August, subject to regulatory approvals.»»»
Euro Zone Inflation Surges Past ECB Target on Oil Shock
Euro zone inflation soared past the European Central Bank's 2% target this month due to surging oil and gas prices, heightening a policy dilemma as expensive energy drags growth and risks generating a self-reinforcing inflation spiral. Oil prices have nearly doubled as a result of the Iran war and »»»
Russian ship carrying oil docks in Cuba, allowed to proceed despite US blockade
The Russian vessel Anatoly Kolodkin docked Tuesday at the Cuban port of Matanzas laden with 730,000 barrels of oil, marking the first time in three months that an oil tanker reached the island. The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump had allowed the shipment to proceed despite its ongoing»»»
RTA opens door for new vehicle testing centres across Dubai
Dubai: The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced its expansion of licensing for new vehicle testing and registration centres across three areas in Dubai, creating investment opportunities and improving access to services for residents. RTA has identified Deira, Bur Dubai, and Mohammed B»»»
Distance learning: Dubai's KHDA issues new update
Dubai: In a new update posted on Tuesday, Dubai's Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has confirmed that distance learning will continue across all private educational institutions in the emirate for an additional two weeks, from Monday, April 6 until Friday, April 17, 2026. The extens»»»
“Tunis 2027” to transform tourism sector (Tourism Minister)
Tunis, March 30, 2026 (TAP) – Minister of Tourism Sofiene Takia, emphasized that the “Tunis, Arab Tourism Capital 2027” program is not simply a one-off event, but a sustained national strategic initiative designed to promote high-end tourism,...»»»
Ali Zafar vs Meesha Shafi: Court awards singer Rs5million in defamation case
Dubai: A sessions court in Lahore on Tuesday directed singer Meesha Shafi to pay Rs5 million in damages to singer and actor Ali Zafar in a long-running defamation case. According to a report in Dawn, the case was filed by Zafar in 2018 after Shafi publicly accused him of sexual harassment. The cour»»»
IRGC: We targeted with heavy and advanced missiles the meeting place of the Zionist Home Front commanders in “Bnei Brak, Tel Aviv, Beersheba, the Galilee, the Negev, Tel Nof Air Base, Arad, and the southern Dead Sea” - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Meta, Snapchat, TikTok and YouTube aren't fully complying with child account ban, Australia says
Melbourne: Australia's online safety watchdog said Tuesday it was considering court action against Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok and YouTube alleging they are not doing enough to keep Australian children younger than 16 off their platforms. Experts say the Australian courts could decide wha»»»
From pumps to power grids: Oil surge jolts global economy
The global economy is beginning to feel the full force of surging oil prices as conflict in the Middle East disrupts supply routes and drives up energy costs worldwide. With the Strait of Hormuz effectively blocked — a chokepoint that carries around a fifth of global oil supply — markets have react»»»
IRGC: We continue to target US forces’ hiding places and drone control centers at Al-Dhafra, Victoria, and Ali Al Salem bases, using attack drones and precision missiles - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Trump weighs ground raid on Iran nuclear sites to seize uranium, WSJ reports
US President Donald Trump is considering a military operation to seize the enriched uranium held at Iranian nuclear sites, the Wall Street Journal has reported, citing sources. No decision has been made, but Trump remains “generally open” to the option while weighing the risks to US troops, the rep»»»
Shell and AGOCO discuss strategic EOR cooperation to develop aging fields and increase production
Libya’s Arabian Gulf Oil Company (AGOCO) reported yesterday that it had held a meeting with representatives of Shell to discuss technical and commercial cooperation and pave the way for a long-term strategic partnership as part of strategic cooperation to develop aging fields and increase producti»»»
Justice Ministry Drafts New Legislation to Set-Up Counter-Corruption Commission
The Justice Ministry has submitted for public consultation a new anti-corruption bill. The aim is to establish a new, effective anti-corruption body whose independence is legally guaranteed to protect the public interest, the ministry’s press office reported. The draft provides for the creation of »»»
Qatar says escalation will bring ‘further losses’ as regional tensions rise
DOHA: Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Dr Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari, said Qatar is intensifying diplomatic efforts and strengthening defence coordination amid rising regional tensions. Speaking during the weekly media briefing, Al Ansar»»»
Complete Ban on RES Construction on Prime Agricultural Land, Blue Bulgaria Top-of-the-List Candidate in Haskovo Says
Bulgaria should not have to choose between energy security and food security but should ensure both. "That is why we are calling for a complete ban on the construction of renewable energy sources (RES) on prime agricultural land," Tsveta Kirilova, top-of-the-list candidate of Blue Bulgaria in Hasko»»»
Japan tells Chinese survey ship to stop operating near disputed islands
Tokyo: Japan's coast guard ordered a Chinese survey ship on Tuesday to cease operations near some disputed islands, saying Tokyo had not given permission for it to conduct research there. The uninhabited Senkaku Islands between Taiwan and Japan's Okinawa are administered by Tokyo but claimed by Bei»»»
Bulgaria Property Market Cools as “Eurozone Effect” Fades
The Bulgarian real estate market is showing signs of cooling in early 2026, with experts reporting a slowdown in transactions and a shift toward more balanced conditions between buyers and sellers. Data indicates that property deals have decreased by around 10%, while available listings have increa»»»
Connectivity Is Key Factor in Tourism Development - Progressive Bulgaria Top-of-the-List Candidate in Varna
Connectivity is a key factor in tourism development, Progressive Bulgaria top-of-the-list candidate Ilin Dimitrov said, as quoted by the coalition’s local press service. He added that this includes increasing both charter and scheduled flights. The issue of connectivity was discussed at a meeting b»»»
Labour minister chairs Workforce Planning Committee meeting
DOHA: Minister of Labour and Chair of the Workforce Planning Committee (WPC), HE Dr Ali bin Samikh Al Marri, chaired the committee's regular meeting, which discussed progress on initiatives and projects under the National Development Strategy for an effective and highly productive workforce. The di»»»
Kyrgyzstan strengthens forensic system with new reform measures - | 24.KG
Kyrgyzstan continues a large-scale reform of its forensic system, with the establishment of a Chamber of Forensic Experts and the introduction of private specialists as key elements of the overhaul. The reform is being implemented by the Forensic Service under the Ministry of Justice of Kyrgyzstan.»»»
Israeli warplanes strike Beirut’s Dahiyeh - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Israeli occupation army renews its threat of strikes to the southern suburbs of Beirut (Dahiyeh) - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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COMMENT: An Iran embargo won't send oil to $200
A chorus of analysts and traders have spent recent weeks warning that oil prices will drift inexorably higher as tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remains disrupted. Robin J Brooks, Former IMF economist, begs to differ — and he has the data to make his case. »»»
COMMENT: An Iran embargo won't send oil to $200
A chorus of analysts and traders have spent recent weeks warning that oil prices will drift inexorably higher as tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remains disrupted. Robin J Brooks, Former IMF economist, begs to differ — and he has the data to make his case. »»»
COMMENT: An Iran embargo won't send oil to $200
A chorus of analysts and traders have spent recent weeks warning that oil prices will drift inexorably higher as tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remains disrupted. Robin J Brooks, Former IMF economist, begs to differ — and he has the data to make his case. »»»
COMMENT: An Iran embargo won't send oil to $200
A chorus of analysts and traders have spent recent weeks warning that oil prices will drift inexorably higher as tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remains disrupted. Robin J Brooks, Former IMF economist, begs to differ — and he has the data to make his case. »»»
COMMENT: An Iran embargo won't send oil to $200
A chorus of analysts and traders have spent recent weeks warning that oil prices will drift inexorably higher as tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remains disrupted. Robin J Brooks, Former IMF economist, begs to differ — and he has the data to make his case. »»»
COMMENT: An Iran embargo won't send oil to $200
A chorus of analysts and traders have spent recent weeks warning that oil prices will drift inexorably higher as tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remains disrupted. Robin J Brooks, Former IMF economist, begs to differ — and he has the data to make his case. »»»
COMMENT: An Iran embargo won't send oil to $200
A chorus of analysts and traders have spent recent weeks warning that oil prices will drift inexorably higher as tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remains disrupted. Robin J Brooks, Former IMF economist, begs to differ — and he has the data to make his case. »»»
COMMENT: An Iran embargo won't send oil to $200
A chorus of analysts and traders have spent recent weeks warning that oil prices will drift inexorably higher as tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remains disrupted. Robin J Brooks, Former IMF economist, begs to differ — and he has the data to make his case. »»»
COMMENT: An Iran embargo won't send oil to $200
A chorus of analysts and traders have spent recent weeks warning that oil prices will drift inexorably higher as tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remains disrupted. Robin J Brooks, Former IMF economist, begs to differ — and he has the data to make his case. »»»
Iran warns Trump any ground invasion would become 'civilisational' battle like 'Thermopylae'
Ali Akbar Velayati, senior Iranian statesman and advisor to the office of the supreme leader, warned on March 31 that any ground invasion of Iranian territory would turn the current conflict into a "historic and civilisational" war. »»»