Foreign Affairs Minister meets Danish ambassador in Tunis
Tunis, March 2 (TAP) - Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration and Tunisians Abroad, Mohamed Ali Nafti, met Monday, at the Ministry headquarters, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Denmark to Tunisia, Fenja Yamaguchi-Fasting.According to a press statement...»»»
President Iotova Meets Security Services Over Middle East Conflict, Authorities Report No Direct Threat to Bulgaria
President Iliana Iotova held a meeting to assess the risks to Bulgaria’s national security and the measures undertaken in connection with the conflict in the Middle East, the head of State's press secretariat said on Monday. Taking part in the meeting were caretaker Defence Minister Atanas Zapryano»»»
Woman arrested for 2017 homicide and 2023 theft
A 33-year-old woman was arrested in Athens in connection with a 2017 homicide and a 2023 high-value theft, authorities said Monday. Police said the woman is accused of the murder and robbery of a 92-year-old in 2017 and of stealing three gold bars, valued at a total €130,000, from a Kiffisia reside»»»
Trump Doesn’t Rule Out Sending US Troops into Iran
President Donald Trump on Monday said he is not ruling out sending US troops into Iran, while threatening a new, "big wave" of attacks. The 79-year-old Republican has long campaigned against decades of US military entanglements in the Middle East, but ordered a large-scale war against Iran starting»»»
‘Please respect office hours’: EU’s von der Leyen ridiculed over response to Iran crisis
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has drawn mockery for her response to the Iran crisis after announcing that an emergency meeting on the situation can wait until after EU bureaucrats enjoy their weekend. US-Israeli strikes on Iran began on Saturday, killing Iranian Supreme Leader »»»
Lebanon bans Hezbollah’s military activities
The Lebanese government has outlawed all security and military activities of Iranian-backed militant group Hezbollah, Prime Minister Nawaf Salam has announced. In a statement on Monday, Salam called for Hezbollah to hand over its weapons to the state and said the Lebanese Army would immediately sta»»»
Oman FM urges dialogue as only solution
MUSCAT, March 2 (KUNA) -- Omani Minister of Foreign Affairs Bader Al-Busaidi reaffirmed Oman's stance, calling for an end to the US-Israeli occupation military actions against Iran and a return to dialogue and negotiations.According to a statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the remarks cam»»»
Prolonged Hormuz Closure Could Unleash Multi-Year Oil Price Shock – Energy Expert
Closure of the Strait of Hormuz sends shockwaves through markets, with Citi projecting Brent crude could surge to $80–$90 a barrel (bbl) this week. "According to market reports, war risk underwriters began canceling policies for strait transits hours after Operation Epic Fury launched," Dr. Tilak K»»»
Partly cloudy skies across most regions Monday night (INM)
Tunis, March 2 (TAP) - Skies will be partly cloudy on Monday evening across most regions of the country.Temperatures will be between 10 and 14°C in the north and central regions and between 15 and 20°C in the south, according to a monitoring...»»»
Albanian Envoy: No Albanian Casualties Reported in Iran Attacks on Qatar
Albania’s Chargé d’Affaires in Qatar, Ambassador Ermal Kaleci, said Monday that 16 people have been reported injured following recent Iranian attacks on Qatar, but confirmed that no Albanian nationals are among the wounded. Speaking in a live interview with Euronews Albania, Kaleci said the situati»»»
Samira Guiza appointed head of Administrative Court
Tunis, March 2 (TAP) - President Kaïs Saïed decided on Monday to appoint Samira Guiza as First President of the Administrative Court, according to an official source at the Presidency of the Republic.»»»
Sharjah International Airport announces partial resumption of flights
Sharjah: Sharjah has announced a limited resumption of flights at Sharjah International Airport starting today, according to the airport authority. In a statement carried by Sharjah Media Bureau, the authority said the move will be carried out under a defined operational schedule and in coordinatio»»»
Amir receives phone call from Italian Prime Minister
Doha, Qatar: The Amir, HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, received a phone call from the Prime Minister of the friendly Italian Republic, HE Giorgia Meloni. At the outset of the call, HE the Italian Prime Minister inquired about the situation in the State of Qatar following the Iranian aggression,»»»
Russian Ambassador Climbs Shipka Peak to Rebuke Bulgaria’s New Government
Just a day before Bulgaria’s national holiday on March 3, Russian Ambassador Eleonora Mitrofanova made a striking appearance on Shipka Peak, using the occasion to openly criticize the caretaker government. Speaking to the state-run TASS news agency, Mitrofanova said the tone of Bulgaria’s new autho»»»
Switzerland to pay EU €375m annually for free movement and single-market access
Switzerland will pay the EU €375m per year to get access to its single market as part of an agreement announced Monday (2 March). The deal will also mean unfettered freedom of movement for Swiss nationals and for their EU counterparts to live and work in Switzerland — despite a cap on movement havi»»»
Albania’s Socialist Party Headship to Convene Amid Government Reshuffle
The headship of the Socialist Party of Albania is set to convene at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday in a meeting expected to focus primarily on organizational matters. Prime Minister Edi Rama is scheduled to attend. According to party sources, the meeting of the PS Presidency is also expected to determine the»»»
No Direct Threats, But Vigilance Remains: Bulgaria’s Response to Middle East Tensions
President Iliana Yotova convened a high-level consultative meeting to evaluate the potential risks to Bulgaria's national security in light of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The session included the Minister of Defense, the Chief of Defense, and the heads of the State Intelligence Agency,»»»
Bulgaria’s Silence on US Planes at Sofia Airport Raises Alarm
Authorities in Bulgaria have yet to comment on recent video footage showing American military aircraft taking off from the Vasil Levski Airport in Sofia. The Ministry of Defense maintains that the presence of these planes is not connected to the ongoing conflict in Iran. Earlier today, social media»»»
In photos: Protests erupt in Iran following death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei - All Photos - UPI.com
By Wade SheridanProtests erupt in Iran on Sunday following the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran. Thousands of targets within Iran's borders have been hit as the United States and Israel continue to expand the scope of their attacks. An Iranian woman holds a portrait of Ayatollah Ali Khamen»»»
UAE, US and Arab states condemn Iranian missile attacks
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates, the State of Qatar, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Kingdom of Bahrain, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the State of Kuwait, and the United States strongly condemn the Islamic Republic of Iran’s indiscriminate and reckless missile and drone attacks against sov»»»
Alliance for Rights and Freedoms Registers for April Elections, Expects to Actively Participate in Next Parliament
The Alliance for Rights and Freedoms coalition has submitted documents to the Central Election Commission to participate in the early parliamentary elections on April 19, the party's press centre announced on Monday. The coalition told journalists that they are running for the second time with the »»»
Bird Flu Outbreak Detected at Farm with Some 100,000 Mule Ducks in Southern Bulgaria
An outbreak of bird flu has been detected at a farm with around 100,000 mule ducks near the village of Voyvodovo in the Haskovo Region (Southern Bulgaria), Haskovo's Regional Food Safety Directorate Head Georgi Iliev announced at an extraordinary meeting of the Regional Epizootic Commission on Mond»»»
Lebanon Can No Longer Afford Hezbollah – Ya Libnan
Share: Why Lebanon Must Seek International Help to Disarm a Militia That Has Betrayed the Nation By: Ali Hussein, Lebanese Political Analyst, Opinion For years, Lebanon has paid a devastating price for a militia that claims to defend it—but acts on behalf of a foreign power. When loyalty shifts awa»»»
Supreme Court hears case over gun rights for drug users - UPI.com
The U.S. Supreme Court is hearing oral arguments on Monday in United States vs. Hemani, challenging a law barring illegal drug users from owning guns. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI. | License Photo March 2 (UPI) -- The U.S. Supreme Court is hearing oral arguments on Monday in a case challenging the»»»
Qatar shoots down two Iranian SU-24 jets, intercepts missiles
Dubai: Doha has announced that its air defences and armed forces successfully intercepted multiple aerial threats targeting the country, according to the Qatar News Agency. In a statement, the Ministry of Defence said the Qatari Emiri Air Force shot down two (SU24) aircraft coming from the Islamic »»»
Eight Aircraft on Standby to Carry Out Evacuation Flights for Bulgarians in Middle East
Up to eight aircraft of varying capacity, as well as, if necessary, the government Airbus A319 aircraft , are on standby to carry out evacuation flights for Bulgarian citizens from the Middle East at short notice, the press center of the Ministry of Transport and Communications said on Monday. The »»»
Rhodes migrant smugglers face felony-level offenses
Two men arrested Sunday morning for migrant smuggling after transporting 58 migrants to the Greek island of Rhodes have been charged with felony-level offenses, local authorities said. The suspects, both Turkish nationals, were apprehended following a pursuit by officers of the Hellenic Coast Guard»»»
Electricity Minister reassures MPs on national grid security, supply stability
Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy Mahmoud Esmat met with Hesham Badawi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, ahead of his scheduled appearance before the Energy and Environment Committee, as part of ongoing coordination between the government and Parliament. The meeting was held at P»»»
Allegro Group complese sale of all its shares in companies in Slovenia and Croatia
Allegro has finalized the sale of 100% of shares in Mimovrste (Slovenia) and Internet Mall (Croatia), known together as Mall South, to Mutares SE & Co. The transaction was completed after receiving required antitrust approvals. It also includes related technology assets and Czech-based teams suppor»»»
Freight prices to increase as shipowners add war subsidies
Major shipping lines have introduced emergency war risk surcharges of $1,500–4,000 per container for cargo to and from the Middle East, following escalating attacks near the Strait of Hormuz. However, many carriers have effectively suspended transit through the strait and are rerouting vessels arou»»»
Getting loans easier for investors, but private debt funds more popular
Private debt funds are gaining popularity in Poland’s real estate market, even though bank loans have become more accessible due to excess liquidity. While more expensive than traditional credit, private debt offers greater flexibility, faster decision-making, and broader collateral structures, mak»»»
PKO Bank Polski launches third foreign representative office
PKO Bank Polski has opened its third foreign representative office, this time in Vienna, following earlier launches in Lithuania and Sweden. With its network of corporate branches, the bank is now present in seven EU countries and operates in Ukraine through KredoBank. The Vienna office is headed b»»»
PMI for industry down in Poland in February
Poland’s manufacturing sector delivered another negative surprise in February, as the PMI fell to 47.1 from 48.8 in January, according to S&P Global. The reading, below the 50-point threshold, signals contraction for the tenth consecutive month and marks the sharpest deterioration since August 2025»»»
Qatar air defences intercept aircraft, missiles, and drones
DOHA: The Ministry of Defence of Qatar announced on Monday that Qatar’s armed forces successfully countered multiple aerial threats targeting the country, citing a high level of readiness and coordinated action among relevant authorities. In a statement issued by the Directorate of Moral Guidance, »»»
Sofia Mayor Announces New Strategic Projects Department, Key Priority Projects of Municipality
Sofia Mayor Vassil Terziev announced the creation of the Strategic Projects Department and approved a list of key priority projects and within the new organizational structure of the municipal administration, the municipal press centre said on Monday. The Municipality pointed out that among the app»»»
UAE Airlines to Resume Limited Number of Flights, Mainly for Repatriations
Emirates, flydubai and Etihad Airways will resume a limited number of flights on Monday, mainly to help repatriate stranded passengers, as global carriers grapple with disruptions from the escalating Iranian conflict. Israeli and US attacks on Iran and Tehran's response forced the closure of airspa»»»
Melania Trump to Chair UN Security Council as Iran War Rages
First Lady Melania Trump is slated to chair a UN Security Council meeting on Monday, an appearance that was announced last week before the United States launched its war against Iran. Her office said the former model would "make history at the United Nations, taking the gavel as the United States a»»»
Lebanon prohibits Hezbollah’s military activities as 'unlawful' - UPI.com
Smoke billows after an Israeli airstrike in Bourj Al Barajneh, in the southern suburbs of Beirut, Lebanon, on Monday. The Israeli military said it is conducting strikes across the country targeting Hezbollah infrastructure and personnel. Photo by Wael Hamzeh/EPA BEIRUT, Lebanon, March 2 (UPI) -- Le»»»
flydubai resumes limited flights from March 2
Dubai: flydubai said it will operate a limited number of flights on the evening of March 2, 2026, as part of a gradual and carefully managed return to operations. The airline said the safety of passengers and crew remains its top priority, adding that it is working closely with the relevant authori»»»
UAE intercepts 9 ballistic missiles, 6 cruise missiles and 148 drones
Abu Dhabi: The UAE Ministry of Defence said on Monday that the country’s air defence systems had successfully intercepted and destroyed nine ballistic missiles, six cruise missiles and 148 drones during attacks launched by Iran. In a detailed update, the ministry said that since the beginning of th»»»
Abu Dhabi Airport resumes partial operations
Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi Airports confirmed on Monday that operations have partially resumed at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) as of 2 March 2026, in coordination with relevant authorities and airline partners. The airport operator said passengers are advised to check directly with their airline»»»
IRGC warns Israeli residents to stay away from all military bases, security centers, and government institutions, and to leave ‘Israel’ entirely immediately: The coming strikes will be more intense and widespread - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe IRGC warns Israeli residents to stay away from all military bases, security centers, and government institutions, and to leave ‘Israel’ ent»»»
Iranian Armed Forces fire a huge barrage of missiles and drones - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Iranian Armed Forces fire a huge barrage of missiles and drones 02-03-2026 17:36 PM Latest News Urgent News Iranian Armed Forces fire a hug»»»
Qatar shoots down 2 SU24 aircraft, intercepts ballistic missiles, drones from Iran
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Defense of Qatar announced that the Qatar Emiri Air Force successfully shot down two (SU24) aircraft coming from the Islamic Republic of Iran. The Ministry also stated that the Qatar Emiri Air Force and Qatar Emiri Navy Forces successfully intercepted (7) ballistic miss»»»
President Iotova, Caretaker PM Gurov, Parliament Chair Nazaryan to Mark Bulgaria's National Day
President Iliana Iotova, National Assembly Chair Raya Nazaryan and Caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gurov will mark Bulgaria's National Day with ceremonies at Shipka Peak and in Sofia on Tuesday, their press services said on Monday. The programme includes a national flag-raising ceremony outside the»»»
Lost Rembrandt painting verified by Dutch art experts - UPI.com
A researcher explains the newly discovered 1633 work "The Vision of Zechariah in the Temple" by artist Rembrandt van Rijn in the studio building of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Netherlands, Monday. The painting had been lost for decades. Photo by Koen van Weel/EPA March 2 (UPI) -- Art experts in t»»»
Air India Express resumes flights from Muscat to key Indian cities
“Air India Express will resume flight operations to and from Muscat starting tomorrow, March 3, with scheduled services to Delhi, Kochi, Kozhikode, Mangaluru, Mumbai and Tiruchirappally. The first Air India Express flight from Muscat will operate to Tiruchirappally, departing at 10:25 hours local t»»»
Jordan announces partial, temporary closure of airspace
Amman: Chief Commissioner and CEO of the Jordanian Civil Aviation Regulatory Commission (CARC), Capt. Daifallah Alfarajat, announced Monday that Jordan has partially closed its airspace to all inbound, transit, and outbound flights in the wake of the unfolding regional developments, to assess the r»»»
Egyptian President warns of impact of rising regional tensions on security and stability
Cairo: Egyptian President, Abdel Fattah El-Sisi warned on Monday of the consequences of escalating regional tensions on security and stability of the region and livelihoods of its peoples, as well as the economic impacts of the ongoing conflict, particularly on prices, especially energy, and on nav»»»
Germany will not participate in military ops in Middle East: Foreign Minister Wadephul
Berlin: Germany has announced on Monday that it will not participate in the ongoing military operations in the Middle East region. The German government has no intention to participate in the military operations against Iran, said German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul, before adding that Germany »»»