Ya Libnan 1m

Hezbollah intelligence chief killed in Israeli strike – Ya Libnan

Share: Israel said Monday that the head of Hezbollah’s intelligence arm was killed in an overnight strike and said it would ban the group’s military activities, hours after the Iran-backed organization fired rockets and drones at Israel, leading to major retaliatory strikes overnight and throughout»»»

Kuna 26m

Interior Ministry dismisses reports of attacks on residential towers as "baseless"

KUWAIT, March 2 (KUNA) -- The Kuwaiti Ministry of Interior on Monday categorically denied circulating reports alleging that residential towers in the southern region of the country had been targeted by attacks, describing the claims as "entirely groundless." In a televised interview with the offici»»»

Kuna 38m

Lebanese PM: no party allowed to drag Lebanon into new conflict

BEIRUT, March 2 (KUNA) -- Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam reaffirmed on Monday that the state will not permit any party to drag the country into "new adventures" that jeopardize national security.In a statement posted on his official account on the X platform, Prime Minister Salam characterized»»»

BBC 49m

Canadian province to adopt year-round daylight saving time

British Columbia will adopt year-round daylight saving time, the western Canadian province has announced. The coming one-hour clock change on 8 March 2026 will be the last one for the province, meaning the next time change scheduled for 1 November will be eliminated as British Columbia (BC) transit»»»

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Qatar Tribune 59m

Qatar sends identical message to UN, UNSC concerning Iranian attack on its territory

NEW YORK: The State of Qatar has sent an identical message to each of Secretary-General of the United Nations (UN) HE Antonio Guterres and Permanent Representative of the United States of America to the UN and President of the UN Security Council (UNSC) for the month of March HE Michael Waltz regar»»»

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Qatar Tribune 59m

Qatar stresses Iran's renewed targeting of its territory threatens principles of good neighbourliness

VIENNA: The State of Qatar stressed that the targeting of its territory again by the Islamic Republic of Iran threatens the principles of good neighborliness and the understandings upon which relations between the two countries are based, in addition to violating the principles of the Charter of th»»»

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Kuna 1h

Trump: US intends to continue assault on Iran for four to five weeks

WASHINGTON, March 2 (KUNA) - US President Donald Trump has stated that the US military intends to maintain combat operations against Iran for "four to five weeks" if necessary.In a phone interview with the New York Times, President Trump insisted the Pentagon retained plenty of forces, missiles and»»»

Gulf News 1h

Oil shipping, insurance costs spike as Hormuz tensions test UAE trade routes

Dubai: Oil freight rates are surging and maritime traffic is stalling around the Strait of Hormuz, putting the UAE at the center of a rapidly escalating disruption to global energy and trade flows. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Stay updated: Get the latest faster by »»»

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Gulf News 1h

Should Indian expats in UAE register with Embassy?

Abu Dhabi: A WhatsApp message urging Indian expats in the UAE to register their details with the Indian Embassy has gone viral, sparking widespread confusion among the expat community amid the escalating US-Israel-Iran war that has led to unprecedented situation in the country. The message, titled »»»

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Gulf News 1h

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»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Qatar's International Media Office issues response to an article published by Bloomberg

Doha, Qatar: The International Media Office of the State of Qatar issued a response to an article publised by Bloomberg. The IMO stated that "contrary to reporting by Bloomberg on Monday evening, the inventory of Patriot interceptor missiles held by the Qatar Armed Forces has not been depleted and »»»

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Kuna 1h

Trump: operations against Iran will continue, there will likely be more US deaths

WASHINGTON, March 2 (KUNA) -- US President Donald Trump has stated that combat operations against Iran will continue with full force until 'all objectives are achieved', expecting that there may be further US deaths.In a video recorded address to the nation posted on his Truth Social account on Sun»»»

Kuna 1h

US, GCC states, Jordan condemn Iran's reckless attacks on sovereign territories across region

WASHINGTON, March 2 (KUNA) -- The United States, Kuwait, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates and Jordan have deplored Iran's indiscriminate and reckless missile and drone attacks against sovereign territories across the region."These unjustified strikes targeted so»»»

Qatar Tribune 1h

Oil and gas surge as Iran war disrupts M-E output

Agencies New York Oil and gas prices surged on Monday as Israeli and US strikes on Iran and retaliation by Tehran forced shutdowns of oil and gas facilities across the Middle East and disrupted shipping in the crucial Strait of Hormuz. A ‌sustained rise in oil prices would endanger a global economi»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

Longines Global Champions Tour season-opener postponed

Tribune News Network Doha The Longines Global Champions Tour (LGCT) scheduled to take place from 4 to 7 March 2026 at Al Shaqab has been postponed in light of the current developments and evolving situation in the region. The Organizing Committee of the Doha Equestrian Tour said that the safety and»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

QRCS supports health care in Sudan’s River Nile State

Tribune News Network Doha The representation office of Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) in Sudan has completed comprehensive maintenance and rehabilitation works at the Jabalab Health Center in River Nile State, with a view to supporting healthcare services and ensuring the continuity of essential»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

HMC confirms full range of services operating across hospital network

Tribune News Network Doha Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) has confirmed that it continues to operate a full range of emergency and routine services across its hospital network. All outpatient clinics are running as scheduled. Patients who wish to reschedule an existing outpatient appointment can do»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

QPC condemns Iranian attacks on Qatar, GCC states

Tribune News Network Doha The Qatar Press Center (QPC) has strongly condemned what it described as brutal Iranian military attacks targeting Qatar and member states of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) with ballistic missiles, calling the actions a grave violation of sovereignty and a serious thre»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

Muraikhi receives more solidarity calls to review regional developments

QNA Doha Minister of State for Foreign Affairs HE Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi received a phone call from Foreign Minister of Bangladesh Dr. Khalilur Rahman on Monday. The Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs also received phone calls from Minister of Foreign Affairs and Internationa»»»

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BBC 1h

Carney to push his middle power strategy during Australia visit

Prime Minister Mark Carney will touch down on Tuesday in Sydney, Australia — the next stop on his Indo-Pacific tour aimed at shoring up investment in Canada and building new trade alliances. On the agenda is a meeting with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, a leader with whom Carney shares much commo»»»

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Kuna 1h

UAE summons Iran Amb., hands him strongly worded note of protest

ABU DHABI, March 1 (KUNA) -- The UAE's foreign ministry summoned on Sunday Iran's Ambassador Reza Ameri and handed him a strongly worded note of protest.In the strongest terms mentioned the note, the ministry expressed, to Ameri, the UAE's condemnation and denunciation of the "terrorist" Iranian st»»»

Gulf News 1h

Trump's 4 objectives in Iran explained

US President Donald Trump has issued a statement from the White House outlining four clear objectives for the ongoing US military operation against Iran on Monday (March 2, 2026). It was Trump's first public statement since the launch of "Operation Epic Fury" on Saturday. Also In This Package Trump»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Israel army says 'struck and dismantled' Iran's state broadcaster HQ

Israel's military said it "struck and dismantled" the headquarters of Iran's state radio and television broadcaster, as it pressed on with its campaign against the Islamic republic. "A short while ago, the Israeli Air Force struck and dismantled the Iranian terrorist regime's communications centre"»»»

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Ya Libnan 2h

Khamenei’s wife dies from injuries sustained in US, Israeli attack, report – Ya Libnan

Share: Photo- Iran’s slain former supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei The wife of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has died after her husband was killed in joint U.S.-Israeli strikes on Saturday, according to Iranian state television. In a post on the social platform X Monday morning»»»

UPI 2h

Apple introduces updated budget iPhone 17e - UPI.com

Apple unveiled the iPhone 17e on Monday, the budget phone in its iPhone 17 line-up, with an upgraded camera, faster chips and MagSafe to more easily snap chargers and accessories onto the back of the phone. Photo courtesy of Apple March 2 (UPI) -- Apple on Monday introduced the iPhone 17e, the budg»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Qatar stresses Iran's renewed targeting of its territory threatens principles of good neighborliness

Vienna: The State of Qatar stressed that the targeting of its territory again by the Islamic Republic of Iran threatens the principles of good neighborliness and the understandings upon which relations between the two countries are based, in addition to violating the principles of the Charter of th»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Trump mulls ground troops, cites 4 objectives: The latest on US-Iran war

President Donald Trump said US strikes were the "last, best chance" to stop Iran building a nuclear bomb, as the war raged through a third day and Israel traded fire with Hezbollah in Lebanon. Here are the latest developments: Iran 'will burn any ship' passing through HormuzA general in Iran's Revo»»»

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Qatar Tribune 2h

Qatar stresses Iran's renewed targeting of its territory threatens principles of good neighbourliness

Vienna The State of Qatar has stressed that the targeting of its territory again by the Islamic Republic of Iran threatens the principles of good neighbourliness and the understandings upon which relations between the two countries are based, in addition to violating the principles of the Charter o»»»

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Kuna 2h

Kuwait Crown Prince receives call from Mauritania Pres.

KUWAIT, March 1 (KUNA) -- His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah received on Sunday a telephone call from Mauritanian President Mohammad Ould Cheikh El Ghazouan.During the call, the Mauritanian President reassured about Kuwait, its leadership and people following the he»»»

Kuna 2h

Kuwait Crown Prince receives call from Swiss Pres.

KUWAIT, March 1 (KUNA) -- His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah on Sunday evening received a call from Swiss Confederation President Guy Parmelin, who condemned the heinous Iranian attack on Kuwait's territory.During the phone conversation, the Swiss President voiced h»»»

Kuna 2h

Shooting kills three in US Texas

WASHINGTON, March 1 (KUNA) -- Three people were killed and 14 others injured in a shooting in Austin in the US state of Texas on Sunday, according to US police said."Around 2 a.m. this morning, Sunday, March 1, 2026, Austin Police (APD) officers responded to an Active Attack in the 700 block of Wes»»»

Kuna 2h

Starmer allows US to use UK bases against Iranian missilesآ’ threat

LONDON, March 1 (KUNA) -- UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Sunday that the US has asked permission to use British bases to target locations where Iranian missiles were stored and launched, indicated that it was granted.In a video posted on X, Starmer said, "The United States has requested permis»»»

UPI 2h

Trump awards Medal of Honor to 3 soldiers - UPI.com

1 of 5 | President Donald Trump awards retired Command Sgt. Maj Terry P. Richardson with the Medal of Honor during a ceremony in the East Room of the White House Monday. In 1968, Richardson saved the lives of 85 soldiers. Photo by Annabelle Gordon/UPI | License Photo March 2 (UPI) -- President Dona»»»

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BBC 2h

'Everything has changed': Missile attacks shatter Dubai's safe haven image

When Will Bailey stepped off a plane in Dubai in the early hours of Saturday morning, it was supposed to mark a new chapter in his life. The fitness influencer from the UK had made the trip with the intention of relocating his coaching business there and securing residency. But within 24 hours of h»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Qatar reiterates strongest condemnation of Iranian attacks on its territory, affirms wars are breeding ground for all human rights violations

Geneva: The State of Qatar reiterated its condemnation in the strongest terms of the Iranian attacks that targeted its territory, considering them a clear violation of its sovereignty, territorial integrity and security, and a clear breach of the rules of international law and the principles set fo»»»

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Kuna 3h

Kuwait First Deputy PM reassures about injured at Adan Hospital

KUWAIT, March 1 (KUNA) -- Kuwait's First Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Sheikh Fahad Yusuf Saud Al-Sabah went to Adan Hospital to check on those injured in recent Iranian attacks on Kuwait.The move came as part of continued follow of the current developments the country is going throug»»»

Kuna 3h

Jordan summons Iranian embassy charge dآ’affaires over aggressions

AMMAN, March 1 (KUNA) -- The Jordanian Foreign Ministry summoned the charge dآ’affaires of the Iranian embassy in Amman on Sunday and delivered a strongly worded protest message to his government over attacks on Jordanian territory and other Arab countries.In a press statement, the ministry's spoke»»»

The Peninsula 3h

Interior Minister chairs Civil Defence Council meeting to discuss latest developments in current situation

Doha, Qatar: Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya) – Chairman of the Civil Defence Council, HE Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, chaired the Council’s meeting on Tuesday as part of the ongoing follow-up to the latest developments in the current si»»»

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Kuna 3h

GCC to safeguard security of members, right to retaliate against Iran's attacks - FMs

RIYADH, March 1 (KUNA) -- Gulf Cooperation Council countries will take all necessary measures to safeguard their security, stability and territorial integrity including the right to retaliate against "unjustified" Iranian aggression, top diplomats of six-nation GCC said.Foreign Ministers of Kuwait,»»»

Kuna 3h

Kuwait Zakat House suspends Iftar banquets until further notice

KUWAIT, March 1 (KUNA) -- Kuwait Zakat House announced on Sunday the suspension of the distribution of Iftar banquet meals in order to avoid gatherings and to ensure the safety of those fasting, in light of the current circumstances facing the country.Acting Director General of Kuwait Zakat House, »»»

RT 3h

Oil tanker attacked off coast of US ally (VIDEO)

A crew member has been killed in an attack on an oil tanker off the coast of Oman, local media reported on Monday, citing the Defense Ministry. The vessel is the third to be targeted in the region since the US and Israel launched strikes on Iran. Massive bombing strikes on Iran began on Saturday, k»»»

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Kathimerini 4h

Tom Hanks’ son stranded in Colombia after traveling on Greek passport

Chet Hanks, the son of actors Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson, remains stranded in Colombia after encountering travel complications while attempting to return to the United States on his Greek passport. Hanks, 35, who holds Greek citizenship through his mother’s heritage, opted to travel using his Greek »»»

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UPI 4h

Daily Mail editor denies using PI for info for Prince Harry story - UPI.com

1 of 5 | Prince Harry arrives at the Royal Courts of Justice for the first day of the trial against Associated Newspapers Ltd. in London on January 19. Harry gave his evidence, and the case itself is expected to last nine weeks. Other claimants include Elton John, Elizabeth Hurley and Sadie Frost. »»»

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The Peninsula 4h

Amir receives phone call from UN Secretary-General

Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani received a phone call on Monday from Secretary-General of the United Nations (UN) HE António Guterres. During the call, the UN Secretary-General condemned the recent attacks on the State of Qatar, describing them as a violation of the country»»»

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The Peninsula 4h

Qatar University extends remote work from Tuesday until further notice

Doha: Qatar University announced the extension of remote work starting Tuesday, March 3, 2026, until further notice, according to an official statement. The university said the decision follows updates issued by the Secretariat General of the Council of Ministers and applies to academic and adminis»»»

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The Peninsula 4h

Drone hits fuel tank terminal in Abu Dhabi, situation contained: Al Jazeera 

Doha, Qatar: A drone has struck a fuel tank terminal in the Emirati capital Abu Dhabi, causing a fire although operations have not been impacted, according to Al Jazeera report. “Abu Dhabi authorities have responded today to a fire resulting from the targeting of a Musaffah fuel tank terminal by a »»»

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Gulf News 5h

Lebanese state bans Hezbollah military activities amid Israeli attacks

Lebanon's government on Monday took the unprecedented step of banning Hezbollah's military and security activity, prompting the Iran-backed group to lash out at the decision. Hezbollah is represented in both the government and parliament, and the move came hours after it announced it had launched r»»»

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RT 5h

RT Arabic office in Tehran evacuated after nearby strike (VIDEOS)

RT Arabic has evacuated its office in the Iranian capital, Tehran, after a nearby airstrike, the channel reported on Monday. There were no immediate reports of casualties among its staff. Branch chief Hami Hamedi has shared several videos showing a building which he said had just been destroyed nex»»»

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Gulf News 5h

Kuwait mourns navy staff sergeant killed on duty

Dubai: Kuwait’s General Staff of the Armed Forces on Monday announced the death of Staff Sergeant Waleed Majeed Suleiman, a member of the Kuwaiti Army’s naval force, who was killed in the line of duty while carrying out national military tasks. In a statement, the General Staff said the soldier had»»»

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Kathimerini 5h

Man sentenced after escaping guarded ward in Thessaloniki hospital

A man who escaped from a guarded hospital ward in Thessaloniki on Clean Monday was sentenced to six months in prison by a local court, authorities said. The 47-year-old had been detained under a warrant after allegedly violating restrictive conditions tied to a previous release. He had been serving»»»

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