Interior ministry urges everyone to adhere to precautionary measures when holding social events
DOHA: The Ministry of Interior has urged everyone to adhere to precautionary measures when holding social events, including weddings and funeral gatherings, given the current circumstances. In a statement, the ministry stressed the importance of holding these events only in halls and enclosed space»»»
UAE limits Eid Al Fitr prayers to mosques
Abu Dhabi: The General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments and Zakat has announced that Eid Al Fitr prayers will be held inside mosques across the country, with outdoor prayer grounds not to be used this year. In a statement, the authority said the decision applies nationwide, confirming that »»»
White House: Oil tankers gradually resume transit through Strait of Hormuz
Washington, March 17 (SANA) – The White House said oil tankers have begun moving slowly again through the Strait of Hormuz, signaling a partial easing of disruptions after weeks of heightened tensions in the strategic waterway. White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett, speaking to CNBC, said the »»»
Manufaktura in Łódź celebrates twenty years as a center for trade, culture and entertainment
Manufaktura in Łódź opened on May 17, 2006, after a three-year revitalisation costing over EUR 200 million, transforming the ruined Poznański factory into a modern retail, cultural, and entertainment complex. The project, involving around 3,000 people, became one of Europe’s largest post-industrial»»»
Irish PM Micheál Martin visits White House for St. Patrick's Day - UPI.com
1 of 7 | US President Donald Trump meets with Taoiseach of Ireland Micheal Martin in the Oval Office Tuesday. Photo by Yuri Gripas/UPI | License Photo March 17 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump hosted Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin at the White House on Tuesday during their annual St. Patrick's »»»
See it: Bright daytime meteor triggers sonic boom over Cleveland - UPI.com
A fireball meteor seen over Cleveland, Ohio, on NOAA's GOES lightning mapper on Tuesday. Image courtesy NOAA GOES EAST Residents across Cleveland reported a sudden boom that shook windows and startled neighborhoods Tuesday morning as a meteor blazed overhead. National Weather Service offices in Cle»»»
UAE Moonsighting Committee to convene tomorrow to confirm Eid Al Fitr
Abu Dhabi: The UAE Moonsighting Committee will meet tomorrow after Maghreb prayer to sight the Shawwal crescent, marking the end of Ramadan and the start of Eid Al Fitr. The announcement was made by the UAE Council for Fatwa. Senior religious scholars, astronomers and officials will gather to revie»»»
Italy warns stricken Russian tanker could explode in Med at any time
A sanctioned Russian tanker loaded with liquid natural gas is drifting out of control in the Mediterranean with no crew on board and a gaping hole in one side, prompting warnings of a "serious risk of a major ecological disaster". An official in Italy, one of nine EU countries to write a joint lett»»»
MECh Chair Calls for United CC-DB, Vazrazhdane, MECh, Rumen Radev to Tackle Peevski-Borissov Model
In an interview for the Bulgarian National Television aired on Tuesday, MECh Chair Radostin Vasilev said that the only thing that matters is to have his party united with Continue the Change - Democratic Bulgaria (CC-DB), Vazrazhdane, and former president Rumen Radev against the Peevski-Borissov mo»»»
US encouraging Syrian action against Hezbollah, but Damascus is hesitant, Reuters – Ya Libnan
Share: PHOTO- Smoke rises after an Israeli strike on Beirut’s southern suburbs, following an escalation between Hezbollah and Israel amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, Lebanon, March 10, 2026. REUTERS/Raghed Waked/File Photo Summary By Feras Dalatey, Maya Gebeily and Timour Azhari SUMMARY So»»»
Spanish king reopens debate on conquest of Mexico by acknowledging 'abuse'
King Felipe of Spain appears to have helped thaw frosty relations with Mexico by acknowledging abuses carried out by his country during its conquest. But in doing so he has reopened a fierce debate over the colonisation of the New World. The arrival of Spaniards in America from the late 15th Centur»»»
Argentina faces Iran threat after Milei's critical remarks - UPI.com
A man enters the headquarters of the Argentine Jewish Mutual Aid Society in Buenos Aires, in 2018. It was the site of the country's deadliest terrorist attack, a bombing in 1994. File Photo by David Fernández/EPA March 17 (UPI) -- Diplomatic tensions between Argentina and Iran escalated after Irani»»»
Gargash: UAE may join international efforts to secure the Strait of Hormuz
Dr. Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the President of the United Arab Emirates, said on Tuesday that the UAE may join international efforts led by the United States to ensure the safety and security of the Strait of Hormuz. He noted, however, that no formal plan has yet been agreed upon and tha»»»
Trump delays trip to China to focus on Iran - UPI.com
President Donald Trump and China's President Xi Jinping arrive at a state dinner at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing in 2017. Trump announced Tuesday that he is delaying his planned trip to visit Xi. File Photo Thomas Peter/EPA March 17 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump told reporters Tuesday »»»
UAE President and Indian Prime Minister discuss regional developments
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received a phone call from Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of the Republic of India, during which they discussed developments in the region amid escalating military actions and their serious implications for regional and internationa»»»
Israel announces killing of Larijani as Iran vows ‘crushing strikes’
The pace of military escalation in the Middle East is accelerating as the confrontation between Iran and Israel enters its third week, with intensified missile and drone exchanges and rising tensions spilling across the Gulf, amid faltering diplomatic efforts. In a major development, Israel claimed»»»
Egypt’s garment exports rise 11% in January 2026
Egypt’s ready-made garments sector recorded solid growth at the start of 2026, with exports rising by 11% year-on-year in January, according to the Apparel Export Council of Egypt (AECE). Export shipments reached $299m in January 2026, compared with $270m in the same month of 2025, reflecting conti»»»
Qatar well-prepared to ensure steady availability of essential goods: Minister
DOHA: Minister of Commerce and Industry HE Sheikh Faisal bin Thani bin Faisal Al Thani has affirmed that Qatar remains well-prepared to ensure the steady availability of essential goods, highlighting long-standing contingency plans and robust supply mechanisms. In an interview with Qatar Television»»»
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid meets with Fujairah Crown Prince in Dubai
Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, today met with Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, in Dubai. The meeting was attended by Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ru»»»
21 arrests for alleged Pakistani work visa scam
Police on the southern island of Crete on Tuesday broke a criminal ring suspected of having brought hundreds of Pakistani immigrants into Greece over the past two years on fraudulently-secured work visas. A total 21 people have been arrested, including the alleged ringleader. Sixteen of the suspect»»»
UAE's medical ecosystem is efficient, well-stocked: Emirates Drug Establishment
“The UAE’s pharmaceutical ecosystem is capable of responding efficiently to various regional and global developments," said Dr Fatima Al Kaabi, Director-General of the Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE), as she visited a number of pharmaceutical factories across the UAE to ensure the sustainability »»»
The Full Story of Lebanon’s Initiative for Negotiations with Israel and its Challenges
Authorities in Lebanon now see little option but to seek a humanitarian truce during the upcoming Eid al-Fitr, after ceasefire efforts in the war between Israel and Hezbollah collapsed against entrenched positions on both sides. Israel is demanding Hezbollah’s “complete surrender” before halting op»»»
Orbán rejects EU face-saving offer on Ukraine pipeline, saying ‘no oil, no money’
Hungarian prime minister Viktor Orbán has dragged top EU officials into his April re-election battle, even as the EU itself warned against “adversaries … in the system” on election integrity. EU institutions unveiled a deal with Ukraine on Tuesday (17 March) to fix a damaged Russian oil pipeline su»»»
At Heart of the Crisis, Gulf States Act as Global Shock Absorbers
As the US-Israeli war against Iran entered its 18th day, fast-moving geopolitical shifts in the Middle East have again thrust Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states into focus as a pillar of global economic stability, particularly in energy markets, international trade, and supply chains. As supply »»»
UAE national service authority denies messages on reporting instructions
Abu Dhabi: The National Service and Reserve Service Authority has denied messages circulating about recruits reporting to bus locations or national service centres as false and not linked to any official entity. The authority urged recruits to obtain information only from approved official sources »»»
Hezbollah Leader to Fighters: You Are Heroes of War - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah Leader to Fighters: You Are Heroes of War 17-03-2026 19:54 PM Hezbollah Secretary General Sheikh Naim Qassem in an image from arc»»»
Sheikh Qassem: Resolution lies in the stop of the aggression, withdrawal from the occupied territories, release of prisoners, the return of the displaced people to their villages and cities, and the start of reconstruction - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Sheikh Qassem: Resolution lies in the stop of the aggression, withdrawal from the occupied territories, release of prisoners, the return of»»»
Sudanese Artists Cling to Their Craft in a Displacement Shelter
At a school-turned-shelter in Port Sudan, rehearsal is a modest affair, but three years of war and the humble surroundings do little to dampen the sweet tunes rising from the two musicians. With piles of bedding pushed to the side, the lone singer croons along to the melodies of a keyboardist -- pa»»»
Sudan Clinics Could Run Out of Supplies in Weeks Due to Middle East War, Warns NGO
Medical supplies to clinics dealing with the humanitarian crisis in Sudan could run out within two weeks unless shipments are rapidly rerouted after disruptions due to the conflict in the Middle East, the charity Save the Children said. The expanding US-Israeli war on Iran has shaken global supply »»»
Trump thanked by Irish PM for affirming US and Ireland's 'tremendous bond'
Taoiseach (Irish PM) Micheál Martin has thanked Donald Trump for "affirming the tremendous bonds" between Ireland and the US during a meeting in the Oval Office. He met the US president at the White House as part of the leader of Ireland's annual visit to Washington DC for St Patrick's Day. During »»»
Sudanese families cling to Eid al-Fitr traditions amid hardship
Khartoum: As Eid al-Fitr approaches, Sudanese markets are alive with activity, even as soaring prices and ongoing conflict strain household budgets. In Khartoum, Port Sudan, and Wad Madani, families crowd stalls in search of new clothes, sweets, and basic food items-the staples of the holiday. At t»»»
Sheikh Hamdan meets with Chairman of Accor Group
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, today met with Sébastien Bazin, Chairman and CEO of Accor Group, one of the world’s leading hospitality and hotel management compan»»»
Middle East War Could Trigger ‘Permanent’ Refugee Crisis, Warns Türkiye
If the Middle East war spreads, it could create a "permanent" refugee crisis, Türkiye’s top diplomat warned Tuesday as Lebanon said Israel's bombardment had displaced over a million people. "If the war... spreads, there is a possibility this will turn into a permanent refugee crisis with refugees s»»»
Bombings in Nigeria kill 23, injure 108; Boko Haram suspected - UPI.com
At least 23 people have been killed in a suicide bombing in Nigeria. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo March 17 (UPI) -- Suspected suicide bombings in Nigeria have killed at least 23 and injured 108 in Maiduguri, the capital of Borno state. The bombings hit a post office, a weekly marke»»»
PM Aldabaiba reopens Tripoli Zoo after a 17-year closure: a symbolic turnaround for the Zoo - from a militia military base back to a leading recreation destination
After a 17-year closure, Tripoli based Libyan Prime Minister, Abd Alhamid Aldabaiba, officially opened Tripoli Zoo today after the completion of its renovation and rehabilitation by the Tripoli General Services Company. The Zoo will open to the public on the first day of Eid. During his tour of th»»»
Fear and defiance in southern Lebanon city as Israel-Hezbollah war intensifies
An uneasy quiet has fallen on the streets of the usually bustling southern Lebanese coastal city of Tyre. Israel has told civilians in the city – the fifth-largest in Lebanon and one of the oldest in the world – to leave their homes as its war with the Iran-backed Shia Muslim group Hezbollah intens»»»
Parliamentary Committee Introduces By Law Easter and Christmas Supplements for Vulnerable Groups
The parliamentary labour and social policy committee adopted at first reading a bill amending and supplementing the Social Assistance Act, submitted by MP Denitsa Sacheva of GERB-UDF and a group of MPs on March 12. The bill was adopted with 13 votes in favor, with no against votes or abstentions. T»»»
Thai petrol queues lengthen as price cap expires
Chiang Rai, Thailand: From the capital Bangkok to Chiang Rai in the far northern reaches of the country, drivers and riders in Thailand queued for petrol Tuesday as shortages worsened and price rises loomed. Authorities imposed a cap on the retail price of diesel after the regional conflict disrupt»»»
US Does ‘Not Need’ Help from Allies on Iran, Trump Says
President Donald Trump said Tuesday that US forces "no longer need" military help in the Iran war, after his calls for assistance from allies to reopen the Strait of Hormuz to oil traffic were largely rebuffed. The American president has spent recent days griping about how world powers have so far »»»
45 Million More Face Hunger Threat from Extended Middle East War, Says UN
An extra 45 million people could face acute hunger if the Middle East war rages on beyond June, swelling the number worldwide to a "terrible" high, the United Nations warned Tuesday. The war, now in its third week, and its shockwaves on food and fuel costs could price families out of staple foods f»»»
Senior US Counterterrorism Official Resigns to Protest Iran War
A senior US counterterrorism official resigned on Tuesday to protest the US-Israeli war against Iran and said the country posed no imminent threat to the United States. "I cannot in good conscience support the ongoing war in Iran," Joseph Kent, the director of the National Counterterrorism Center (»»»
Iran Rejects De-Escalation Offers; Israel Says It Kills Iranian Security Chief
Israel said on Tuesday it had killed Iran's security chief, the most senior figure targeted since the war's first day, while a senior Iranian official said the new supreme leader had rejected de-escalation offers conveyed by intermediary countries. Iran did not immediately comment on Israel's annou»»»
LPTIC Chairman tours Tripoli International Airport – emphasises need to accelerate pace of completion of telecoms work
Ali Ben Gharbia, the Chairman of Libya’s state telecoms holding company, LPTIC, conducted a field visit of Tripoli International Airport today, to follow up on the progress of work and learn about the latest developments in infrastructure and services development projects within the airport. He w»»»
2025 Budget Extension Act Revisions Approved Conclusively by Parliamentary Budget Committee
The National Assembly Budget and Finance Committee on Tuesday approved on second reading a government-proposed bill to amend and supplement the 2025 Budget Extension Act. The draft legislation must be adopted urgently because the original budget extension law applies until March 31, 2026. The 2025 »»»
Weather forecast: Will it rain over Eid holidays in UAE? Here's what NCM says
Dubai: Residents across the UAE should expect wet weather during Eid Al Fitr 2026. The National Centre of Meteorology has forecast cloudy skies and rainfall across different areas of the country from Saturday 21 March through Tuesday 24 March. Stay updated: Get the latest faster by downloading the »»»
Major blow: Why Larijani’s death could fracture Iran’s power structure
Dubai: If confirmed, the killing of Ali Larijani would mark one of the most consequential blows to Iran’s ruling system since the start of the war — and arguably even more destabilising than the loss of its supreme leader. Unlike Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, whose authority was ultimately rooted in his »»»
Prisoner arrested in Trikala after drugs found hidden in shoes
Prison officers in Trikala, in Thessaly, arrested a prisoner on Monday after discovering a quantity of drugs concealed in his footwear, police said. The man was undergoing a check while being transferred from another facility when wardens found the substances hidden inside his sports shoes. Authori»»»
Why South America never became a missile power: From Condor to modern Rockets
In the final decades of the Cold War, South America briefly appeared poised to join the ranks of regions developing indigenous missile technology. Argentina and Brazil pursued ambitious programs that combined domestic research with extensive international cooperation, aiming to establish strategic »»»
Epstein-linked US mogul lectures on Antichrist on Vatican doorstep
US-German billionaire Peter Thiel, a co-founder of PayPal and Palantir Technologies, is holding a controversial series of lectures on the Antichrist in Rome this week, prompting criticism from Vatican-linked officials and institutions, according to multiple media reports. Thiel continues to face sc»»»
How an antifa street killing exposed a deep national crisis in France
On 12 February in the French city of Lyon, a young man was killed in a political street brawl that escalated very badly. While terrible every time it happens, his death was, unfortunately, not unprecedented. Usually, it would result in grief among the victim’s family and friends as well as a crimin»»»