ECB's Chief Economist Warns Euro Zone Inflation Could Surge on Lengthy Iran War
A prolonged war in the Middle East could cause a substantial spike in euro zone inflation and reduce economic growth, European Central Bank Chief Economist Philip Lane told the Financial Times in an interview published on Tuesday. A US and Israeli war against Iran widened on Monday, with no end in »»»
Egypt’s Non-Oil Private Sector Contracted in February as Costs Rose
Egypt's non-oil private sector output contracted in February for the first time in four months, as demand softened and cost pressures intensified, S&P Global reported on Wednesday. The headline Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) fell to 48.9 in February from 49.8 in January, remaining below the 50.0»»»
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»»»
Nargis Fakhri shares Instagram update from Dubai, appreciates local authorities
Dubai: Bollywood actress Nargis Fakhri shared a series of Instagram updates from Dubai, speaking openly about experiencing anxiety over the past few days. On March 1, the actor described the previous two days as “crazy” in an Instagram story. She later reshared a video by a Dubai-based content crea»»»
Etihad Rail launches border passenger trial to secure vital link
Dubai: Abu Dhabi has activated a key cross-border rail connection in a move designed to safeguard transport continuity and reinforce logistical resilience during a period of heightened regional risk assessment. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Etihad Rail, in coordinati»»»
Celebrities and Love Island reality tv stars stuck in UAE amid flight disruptions: 'We are all safe'
Dubai: The sudden suspension of flights across the UAE has left many travelers stuck in limbo, including a handful of well-known celebrities. From Bollywood stars to British reality TV personalities, here’s a look at those whose travel plans have been unexpectedly upended. 1. Esha Gupta: Bollywood »»»
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 »»»
France Says It Will Work with China on De-Escalating Iran War
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot held a call on Monday with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi to discuss the Iran war and both agreed to work on de-escalation, Barrot's office said in a statement. Both ministers committed to seeking a political solution that would guarantee collective secu»»»
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»»»
Children ‘calm down after they feel understood,’ says psychologist
Doha, Qatar: At exceptional circumstances when children are exposed to loud noises and distressing visuals, they might experience fear or anxiety and addressing these emotions is crucial to help them feel secure and understood. According to Sidra Medicine Pediatric Psychologist Dr. Ifaf Asghar, how»»»
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»»»
Zakat share ratio for 32 listed companies in 2025 updated
Doha, Qatar: The Zakat Affairs Department at the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs has updated the zakat share ratios for 32 companies listed on the Qatar Stock Exchange for the financial year ending 2025. The updated ratios are now available through the department’s smart application and offic»»»
Qatar, Saudi Arabia discuss boosting trade and industrial cooperation
Doha: The heads of the working group of the Economy, Trade, and Industry Committee, stemming from the Qatari-Saudi Coordination Council, held their 3rd meeting yesterday via video conferencing. The meeting was co-chaired by Undersecretary of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry H E Mohammed bin Ha»»»
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. »»»
‘Tactical Calm’ May Precede Long War in Iraq
The violent protests that erupted in Iraq among supporters of Iran’s slain Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei against US interests subsided on Monday. It appears that a decision has been taken for the pro-Iran factions to rein in their reactions to give time for the resumption of communication with the Ir»»»
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»»»
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»»»
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,»»»
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,»»»
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,»»»
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,»»»
Check your Air Arabia flight status before going to airport
Air Arabia has temporarily suspended all flights to and from the UAE until 3:00 PM UAE time on Wednesday, 4 March 2026, due to ongoing regional disruptions. Flights to Lebanon, Jordan, Syria, and Iraq are suspended until 5 March 2026. A limited number of flights may operate in coordination with the»»»
Syria’ Central Bank’ chief says Fed account reopening supports financial stability
Damascus, March 3 (SANA) Syria’s central bank governor said the reopening of the bank’s account at the U.S. Federal Reserve Bank of New York marks a key step toward restoring financial stability and reconnecting the country to the global financial system. Governor Abdulkader Husarieh said the move »»»
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,»»»
Iranian aggression a threat to regional peace: Ambassador
Doha, Qatar: Qatar has reiterated its strongest condemnation of the Iranian attacks that targeted its territory, considering them a blatant violation of its sovereignty, territorial integrity, and security, as well as a clear breach of the rules of international law and the principles stipulated in»»»
ANNHRI condemns Iran’s targeting of Arab territories
Doha, Qatar: The Arab Network for National Human Rights Institutions (ANNHRI) strongly condemned expansion of military operations in the region following Iranian missile attacks that targeted several Arab states, including Qatar, United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan, as we»»»
Public heeds MoI warnings amid tensions
Doha, Qatar: Citizens and residents throughout Qatar are exhibiting a strong adherence to the official safety directives issued by the Ministry of Interior (MoI), following guidance intended to safeguard lives and uphold public order amid evolving regional security developments. In a series of publ»»»