Israeli troops advance in south Lebanon
The Israeli military said Tuesday it had deployed troops to several locations in southern Lebanon, in what it described as a "forward defense" measure along the border. "We have positioned soldiers on the border area in additional points to defend our civilians, to prevent Hezbollah from attacking »»»
Hezbollah targets 3 Israeli bases with drones and rockets
Hezbollah on Tuesday said it targeted three Israeli military bases in response to Israeli strikes on the group's strongholds in Lebanon, including the south Beirut suburbs. Israel continues to carry out successive air raids, particularly on Beirut's southern suburbs and the south of the country, af»»»
Air defence intercepts drone in Fujairah: fire controlled at oil zone
Fujairah: Authorities in the Emirate of Fujairah said they responded on Tuesday morning to a fire that broke out in the Fujairah Oil Industry Zone (FOIZ) after debris fell following the successful interception of a drone by air defence systems. According to the Media Office of Government of Fujaira»»»
Israeli enemy launches series of air strikes targeting several areas across south Lebanon: Al-Manar correspondent - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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At Least 42 Civilians Killed in Afghanistan in Conflict with Pakistan, UN Agency Says
At least 42 civilians have been killed and 104 wounded in Afghanistan in the fighting with Pakistan between February 26 and March 2, the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA)said on Tuesday, as the military conflict between the neighbors entered its sixth day. Military tensions b»»»
Trump Says US-UK Relationship ‘Not Like It Used to Be’
US President Donald Trump said the historical relationship between his country and Britain was "not like it used to be", in an interview to British daily newspaper The Sun, amid a major transatlantic fall out over US-Israeli strikes against Iran. "This was the most solid relationship of all. And no»»»
RSF Drone Strike Causes Blackout in Sudan’s El-Obeid
A paramilitary drone strike on a power plant Tuesday caused a blackout in Sudan's key Kordofan city of El-Obeid, a local official and an eyewitness told AFP. "A drone belonging to the Rapid Support Forces bombed the city's power station early this morning, causing a fire," an official with the stat»»»
Oman issues immediate ban on all drone activities amid regional developments
Dubai: Oman has suspended all operating permits for unmanned aircraft and a broad range of aerial activities, effective immediately, as a precautionary step to safeguard national airspace. In a circular issued on Tuesday, the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) said the decision covers all drones, wheth»»»
Kozloduy NPP Unit 6 Shut Down for Turbine Equipment Replacement
Unit 6 of the Kozloduy Nuclear Power Plant (NPP) has been shut down for the replacement of safety membrane devices in the turbine’s moisture separator reheaters, located in the conventional, non-nuclear part of the unit, the plant said on its official website here on Tuesday. The shutdown was carri»»»
Oil price spikes: Brent blasts past $81 as Hormuz chokepoint teeters on shutdown amid Iran-US war
The joint US-Israeli military campaign against Iran continues to deliver a seismic shock to the world's energy arteries. Launched on February 28, 2026, the operation — hits on Iranian leadership, command centers, missile sites and air defenses — has dramatically escalated fears of supply disruption»»»
Oman's Duqm port targeted by drones with no injuries reported
Dubai: Drones have struck fuel storage facilities at Duqm Commercial Port in Oman, according to a security source cited by the Oman News Agency (ONA). The agency said a number of drones targeted the fuel tanks at the port, with one drone hitting a tank directly. The resulting damage was quickly con»»»
New head of SCNS Department introduced in Osh region - | 24.KG
Kanat Tabaldiev has assumed his duties as head of the Department of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) for Osh city and Osh region. Today, in the meeting room of the Office of the Presidential Plenipotentiary Envoy to Osh region, Deputy Chairman of the SCNS Alisher Erbaev introduced t»»»
Gold Retreats as Firmer Dollar Offsets Geopolitical Safe-haven Support
Gold prices eased on Tuesday, pulled back by a stronger dollar, while investors assessed the impact of an escalating US and Israeli air war against Iran. Spot gold was down 0.4% at $5,305.23 per ounce, as of 0646 GMT. In the previous session, bullion climbed to its highest point in more than four w»»»
Blasts in Kabul Amid Afghan Border Battles with Pakistan
AFP journalists in Kabul heard multiple explosions and gunfire on Tuesday, as Afghan and Pakistani troops keep up their border battles. The blasts in the Afghan capital were heard alongside anti-aircraft weapons and gunfire from across the city, and came as the Afghan defense ministry said "the fig»»»
On This Day, March 3: Georges Bizet's 'Carmen' debuts - UPI.com
On March 3, 1875, "Carmen" by Georges Bizet premiered in Paris. 1 of 6 | The Israeli Opera holds a dress rehearsal before the opening of the Israeli Opera Festival of Geroges Bizet's "Carmen" at the foot of the ancient fortress Masada, Israel, on June 5, 2012. The opera was first performed on March»»»
Israel says it will reopen Gaza aid crossing to allow 'gradual' entry of humanitarian aid
Israel said it would reopen the Kerem Shalom crossing on Tuesday for the gradual entry of humanitarian aid into Gaza, days after closing it over security concerns linked to strikes on Iran and ensuing regional escalation involving the US and Lebanon. Israel said it would reopen a crossing into Gaza»»»
Agriculture: Romania Leads EU in Agri GDP Share, But Sector’s Role Drops 15 Yrs
Romania is among the EU states with the highest contribution of agriculture to GDP, but despite this, the sector’s share has decreased significantly in the last 15 years, European data shows, according ...»»»
Real EstateL Retail schemes outside Bucharest emerge as the most attractive real estate asset class in 2025
Shopping centers located outside Romania’s capital city were the most attractive real estate asset class for investors in 2025, accounting for almost 40% of the total transaction volume, according to the Romania Marketbeat Investment H2 ...»»»
Healthcare: Health minister, WHO regional director for Europe sign collaboration agreement
Health Minister Alexandru Rogobete and World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Director for Europe Hans Henri P. Kluge on Thursday signed a Biennial Collaboration Agreement for 2026-2027.'This agreement is not a formal one. It is built on the realities of our health system and on the objectives un»»»
Hotel industry reaches a new all-time high in terms of the number of tourists
Romania's hotel industry reached a new high last year, recording the highest number of tourists in the past three decades, but challenges increased in 2025 in a more heterogeneous market, according to a 2025 report produced by real estate consultancy company Colliers.'Although the second half of th»»»
Eurostat: Luxembourg and Romania, the only countries with more immigrants from EU states than from outside the EU
In almost all member states of the EU, the total number of immigrants from outside the EU was larger, in 2024 than the number of immigrants from other EU member states, the only exceptions being Luxembourg and Romania, show the data published on Friday by Eurostat.According to those data, in 2024, »»»
Survey: Employees prioritise job security and stability in 2026 and go to office almost daily
Employees prioritise job security and stability over flexibility, with more than six in ten going to the office almost daily to remain professionally visible and reconnect with their team and colleagues, according to a survey conducted by Genesis Property at the start of the year on a national samp»»»
Overdue payments of the general consolidated budget rose by almost 18% in January 2026
Overdue payments of the general consolidated budget rose by 17.66% in January 2026 compared with the previous month, reaching 706.1 million lei, up from 600.1 million lei in December 2025, according to data published on the website of the Ministry of Finance (MF).Arrears of more than 90 days increa»»»
BNR's foreign exchange reserves decrease to EUR 65,023 million as of 28 February 2026
On 28 February 2026, the National Bank of Romania's (BNR) foreign exchange reserves stood at EUR 65,023 million, compared to EUR 65,812 million on 31 January 2026, according to a BNR release published on Monday."During the month, the following flows were recorded: EUR 3,574 million worth of inflows»»»
New U.S. ambassador to Romania to present his letters of credence on Tuesday
The new ambassador of the United States to Romania, Darryl Nirenberg, will present his letters of credence on Tuesday.According to the schedule announced by the Presidential Administration, at 14:00 the U.S. ambassador-designate Darryl Nirenberg will be received at the Cotroceni Palace by President»»»
Economic expert warns of shelf price shock for Romanians this month
Romanian consumers are likely to feel a noticeable price shock this month, as rising fuel costs quickly feed into the final price of everyday goods, warns economic consultant Adrian Negrescu, stressing that agriculture, food processing, and distribution rely heavily on diesel, and higher transport »»»
Middle East crisis/Defence Minister Miruta discusses regional security with UK Ambassador Portman
Defence Minister Radu Miruta met on Monday with the Ambassador of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland to Romania, Giles Portman, with talks focusing, among other issues, on recent developments in the regional security situation.According to a press release sent on Monday, discu»»»
ForMin Toiu: Romania's support for the right of Iranians to choose their future is clear
Romania's support for the right of Iranians to choose their future is clear, Foreign Affairs Minister Oana Toiu said on Sunday evening."Romania's support for the right of Iranians to choose their future is clear, a future anchored in the observance of the fundamental rights, in the respect for free»»»
ForMin Oana Toiu discussed with the Foreign Minister of the United Arab Emirates the Romanian citizens stranded in Dubai and Abu Dhabi
The Romanian minister of foreign affairs, Oana Toiu announced on Monday night that she discussed with Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, vice-minister and foreign affairs minister of the United Arab Emirates about the Romanian citizens blocked in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Similarly, Toiu ...»»»
Satellite Imagery Shows Apparent Attack on Iranian Nuclear Site, Report Says
Commercial satellite imagery has captured what appears to be the first known strikes on an Iranian nuclear site since the start of the US-Israeli air operation, an independent policy institute said on Monday. The Institute for Science and International Security said imagery produced by Colorado-bas»»»
Rubio Says Israel's Strike Plan Triggered US Attack on Iran
The United States attacked Iran only after learning that ally Israel was going to strike and fearing Tehran would retaliate against US forces, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Monday. "We knew that there was going to be an Israeli action. We knew that that would precipitate an attack against Ame»»»
Trump accepts White House Correspondents' dinner invite, ending years-long boycott - UPI.com
President Donald Trump on Monday said he will attend this year's White House Correspondents' Association dinner, following his yearslong boycott of the event. File Photo by Annabelle Gordon/UPI | License Photo March 3 (UPI) -- For the first time as president, Donald Trump will attend the White Hous»»»
IAEA chief raises 'serious concern' over N. Korea uranium enrichment - UPI.com
Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency Rafael Grossi warned Monday that North Korea is continuing its uranium enrichment program. He made the remarks during an IAEA Board of Governors meeting in Vienna, Austria. Photo by Max Slovencik/EPA SEOUL, March 3 (UPI) -- The head of the »»»
Scattered showers in north-west
Tunis, March 3 (TAP) - Partly cloudy weather across the country on Tuesday, according to forecasts by the National Institute of Meteorology (INM). Clouds will become thicker in the afternoon in the north-west with scattered showers. The wind is...»»»
Albania Urges Vigilance for Citizens in UAE as Regional Tensions Rise
Around 1,500 Albanian citizens are officially living and working in Dubai and across the United Arab Emirates, as authorities step up monitoring efforts amid escalating security tensions in parts of the Middle East. Prime Minister Edi Rama held a special online meeting with Albania’s ambassadors, c»»»
Strong Quake Hits off Indonesia’s Sumatra Island
A magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck off the Indonesian island of Sumatra on Tuesday, according to the US Geological Survey, rattling residents but causing no serious damage. The quake originated offshore from Sumatra's northeastern tip, authorities said, prompting people to flee outdoors in a region »»»
Syrian Energy Ministry says no fuel shortage despite regional tensions
Damascus, March 3 (SANA) Syria’s Energy Ministry said Tuesday there is no shortage of fuel supplies in the country, attributing recent congestion at gas stations to panic buying fueled by regional tensions and market volatility. In a statement, the ministry said gasoline, diesel and domestic gas re»»»
Sources: Japan in Talks with India to Explore for Rare Earths
Japan is in talks with India to jointly explore rare earth deposits in the desert state of Rajasthan, two people familiar with the discussions said, as Tokyo seeks to reduce reliance on China for supplies critical to magnet manufacturing. Last month, India's Mines Minister G. Kishan Reddy said thre»»»
Awqaf General Directorate continues support for children with autism
Doha, Qatar: The General Directorate of Endowments at the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening its partnership with the Qatar Autism Society to support children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and enhance their quality of life. The announcement wa»»»
Bulgaria Will Free Itself from “Mafia Rule,” Says Vazrazhdane Leader Kostadinov in National Day Message
“If we managed to free ourselves from Ottoman rule, we will also free ourselves from the rule of the mafia and the thugs,” Vazrazhdane leader Kostadin Kostadinov wrote in a Facebook post marking Bulgaria’s National Day. “Happy National Day, Bulgarians,” Kostadinov said in his greeting for March 3. »»»
Israel Says Will Reopen a Gaza Aid Crossing on Tuesday
Israel said it would reopen a crossing into Gaza on Tuesday to allow for the "gradual entry of humanitarian aid" into the territory. The Kerem Shalom crossing was closed on Saturday when Israel and the United States began striking Iran, which sparked reprisals from Tehran. The decision to reopen it»»»
The world leaders with most years in office - Statista
Previous to his assassination on Saturday, Ali Khamenei had ranked third among the world leaders with the longest grips on power, reports Statista. The supreme leader of Iran had been at the helm of the country since 1981,»»»
The world leaders with most years in office - Statista
Previous to his assassination on Saturday, Ali Khamenei had ranked third among the world leaders with the longest grips on power, reports Statista. The supreme leader of Iran had been at the helm of the country since 1981,»»»
The world leaders with most years in office - Statista
Previous to his assassination on Saturday, Ali Khamenei had ranked third among the world leaders with the longest grips on power, reports Statista. The supreme leader of Iran had been at the helm of the country since 1981,»»»
Russian stocks shrug off Iran war, oil companies out-perform
Russia’s stock market has shrugged off the outbreak of war in the Middle East with stocks of the leading oil companies ending in the green on March 2. Russian energy producers led the gains on Moscow Exchange (MOEX) as oil»»»
Russian stocks shrug off Iran war, oil companies out-perform
Russia’s stock market has shrugged off the outbreak of war in the Middle East with stocks of the leading oil companies ending in the green on March 2. Russian energy producers led the gains on Moscow Exchange (MOEX) as oil»»»
Russian stocks shrug off Iran war, oil companies out-perform
Russia’s stock market has shrugged off the outbreak of war in the Middle East with stocks of the leading oil companies ending in the green on March 2. Russian energy producers led the gains on Moscow Exchange (MOEX) as oil»»»
Russian stocks shrug off Iran war, oil companies out-perform
Russia’s stock market has shrugged off the outbreak of war in the Middle East with stocks of the leading oil companies ending in the green on March 2. Russian energy producers led the gains on Moscow Exchange (MOEX) as oil»»»
Russian stocks shrug off Iran war, oil companies out-perform
Russia’s stock market has shrugged off the outbreak of war in the Middle East with stocks of the leading oil companies ending in the green on March 2. Russian energy producers led the gains on Moscow Exchange (MOEX) as oil»»»
The world leaders with most years in office - Statista
Previous to his assassination on Saturday, Ali Khamenei had ranked third among the world leaders with the longest grips on power, reports Statista. The supreme leader of Iran had been at the helm of the country since 1981,»»»