Manufacturing industries: business leaders optimistic about investment pace in first half of 2026 (INS)
Tunis, March 6 (TAP) - Private business leaders expect a positive evolution in the investment pace during the first half of 2026, compared with the second half of 2025, according to the half-yearly opinion survey conducted among private business...»»»
UAE President receives phone call from Philippine President to express solidarity
Dubai: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has received a phone call from Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., with the latter expressing solidarity with the UAE as tensions escalate in the Middle East. According to the Presidential Communications Office (PCO), Marco»»»
Why Filipinos choose to stay in the UAE amid regional tensions
Dubai: Even as regional tensions currently make headlines, many overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in the UAE say they remain confident about staying in the country they have built their lives in. For them, the UAE’s strong security, stable environment, and professional opportunities outweigh concern»»»
Greece Steps In: Patriot Missiles and F-16 Jets to Shield Bulgaria’s Skies
Greece will provide air defense support to Bulgaria by deploying a Patriot missile system and F-16 fighter jets as part of coordinated measures between the two NATO allies. The announcement was made by Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias after discussions with Bulgaria’s acting Minister of Defense»»»
Uncrushed boxes draw municipal penalties
A resident of Thessaloniki was fined €150 for throwing a cardboard box into a recycling bin without flattening it, under cleanliness rules enforced by municipalities across Greece. The regulation in the Municipality of Thessaloniki, in effect since 2024, states that “minimizing volume by compressio»»»
Customs Officers Detain Man With Serbian, Albanian Dual Citizenship for Smuggling Marijuana at Kapitan Andreevo Border Checkpoint
A 61-year-old man with Serbian and Albanian dual citizenship has been charged by the District Prosecution Office in Haskovo for attempting to smuggle nearly 46 kilograms of marijuana through the Kapitan Andreevo border crossing checkpoint, the prosecution office said on Friday. The drugs, worth aro»»»
Prime minister receives phone call from Malaysian prime minister
DOHA: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani received a phone call on Friday from Prime Minister of Malaysia HE DrAnwar Ibrahim. During the call, the two sides reviewed the developments of the military escalation in the region and its s»»»
'Full surrender' of Hezbollah in return for war's end?
A French initiative was proposed overnight after which communication took place between Baabda and Ain el-Tineh, Al-Jadeed TV reported on Friday. The initiative calls for "a full surrender of Hezbollah in return for a halt to the war on Lebanon," the report said. However, Hezbollah is "rejecting th»»»
Fresh Israeli strikes on Lebanon as PM warns of 'looming humanitarian disaster'
Fresh Israeli strikes on Friday battered Lebanon, where Prime Minister Nawaf Salam warned "a humanitarian disaster is looming" due to mass displacement. An Israeli strike on an office building in the southern city of Sidon killed five people and wounded seven, the Lebanese health ministry said, as »»»
Emirates and Etihad Airlines to resume limited flights
Abu Dhabi, March 6 (SANA) Emirates and Etihad Airways announced Friday a limited resumption of flights from the United Arab Emirates to major international destinations amid ongoing regional airspace risks. The Emirates News Agency reported that Etihad said passengers with existing bookings will be»»»
Israel’s Ambassador to Bulgaria: Iran Remains a Persistent Threat
Israel’s Ambassador to Bulgaria, Yosi Levi Sfari, described Iran as a persistent threat, warning that the country has openly declared intentions to destroy Israel, either through nuclear weapons or by employing proxy groups such as Hezbollah. Speaking to bTV, Sfari emphasized that Israel has faced »»»
President Iotova Should Convene Consultative Council for National Security, Seek Consensus, GERB Leader Borissov Says
It would be appropriate for President Iliana Iotova to convene the Consultative Council for National Security and seek consensus there, GERB leader Boyko Borissov said in a video posted on his Facebook profile on Friday. Borissov is in Plovdiv, where he and the city's mayor, Kostadin Dimitrov, insp»»»
Cabinet Chairman: Women will hold 30 percent of leadership positions by 2030 - | 24.KG
Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan Adylbek Kasymaliev held a ceremonial meeting with the female staff of the Presidential Administration and congratulated them on the upcoming International Women’s Day. In his speech, the Cabinet Chairman noted that the holiday is deeply rooted in t»»»
Gulf states will shut down oil exports within weeks if Iran conflict persists: Al Kaabi
DOHA: Qatar expects all Gulf energy producers to shut down exports within weeks if the Iran conflict continues and drives oil to $150 a barrel, Minister of State for Energy Affairs and the President and CEO of QatarEnergy HE Saad Sherida Al Kaabi has told the Financial Times in an interview publish»»»
U.K. arrests 4 Iranians on suspicion of assisting Iranian intelligence - UPI.com
Counter-terrorism police in London arrested an Iranian and three dual Iranian-British natiionals on suspicion of carrying out reconnassiance for Iranian intelligence of Jewish people and locations linked to the capital's Jewish community. File Photo by Hugo Philpott/UPI | License Photo March 6 (UPI»»»
Emirates expects full flight network to resume in days
Dubai: Emirates said it expects to restore 100 per cent of its global network within the coming days, as regional airspace gradually reopens. “The airline anticipates a return to 100 per cent of its network within the coming days, subject to airspace availability and the fulfilment of all operation»»»
After Khamenei: will the Islamic Republic survive?
On the morning of 28 February 2026, an explosion tore through the heart of Tehran, reshaping the course of modern Iranian history and perhaps that of the wider Middle East. Within minutes, one of the region’s most powerful figures had become the defining headline of a new era of uncertainty. Ali Kh»»»
Intense Israeli strikes hit Iran and Lebanon
Intense Israeli airstrikes pounded the capitals of Iran and Lebanon on Friday as the United States apparently struck an Iranian drone carrier at sea in its unrelenting campaign against the Islamic Republic’s fleet of warships. Iran launched new retaliatory attacks in the Middle East at the end of a»»»
Kyrgyzstan ends participation in CIS Agreement on Border Troops Data Exchange - | 24.KG
The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has approved a protocol terminating the application of the CIS agreement concerning funding for the intergovernmental information exchange system among border troops. The resolution was signed by Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev. The pro»»»
US Aircraft at Sofia Airport Are Logistical, Can't Carry Out Strikes - Defence Minister
The US military aircraft at Sofia Airport are logistical and cannot carry out strikes, caretaker Minister of Defence Atanas Zapryanov said here Friday. During Q&A in Parliament, he took a question about ongoing exercise of allied NATO air forces based at Sofia's civilian airport Vasil Levski. "I ha»»»
UNICEF welcomes introduction of universal child allowance in Kyrgyzstan - | 24.KG
UNICEF has warmly welcomed the decree signed by President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov introducing a universal monthly state allowance Bala Yrysy for all children under the age of three. UNICEF Representative Samman Jung Thapa said the decision reflects the country’s consistent commitment to protect»»»
Education Ministry discusses education reform with ADB representatives - | 24.KG
Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva, the head of the Ministry of Education of Kyrgyzstan, met with representatives of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) as part of a review mission. According to the ministry’s press service, during the meeting, the parties reviewed the overall progress of the school education refo»»»
Iran President Says Some Countries Made Mediation Efforts Amid Conflict With US, Israel
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Several countries made mediation efforts amid the conflict between Iran, the United States and Israel, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Friday. "Some countries have begun mediation efforts. Let's be clear: we are committed to lasting peace in the region yet we have no »»»
Mickoski: Situation under control, fuel supplies sufficient
Skopje, 5 March 2026 (MIA) - There is no room for concern, the situation is fully under control. There are sufficient fuel reserves and petroleum needs are being fully met, Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski said Thursday after a meeting with representatives of the country’s oil industry, during whi»»»
Tunisia ready to address surge in oil prices (secretary of state)
Tunis, March 6 (TAP)- There is logistical and financial readiness on the part of the Ministry of Industry, Mines and Energy in coordination with the Finance Ministry to address the surge in oil prices amid the Iran war, Secretary of State for...»»»
Fujairah Crown Prince commends emergency teams after industrial oil tank fire
Fujairah: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, visited the Fujairah Oil Industry Zone (FOIZ) on Friday to review the response efforts following a fire at oil tank in the industrial area. During the field visit, Sheikh Mohammed was briefed on the operations car»»»
Qatar Tourism activates support hotline (106) to assist visitors
Doha, Qatar: Qatar Tourism has confirmed that its support hotline (106) remains fully operational to assist visitors in the State of Qatar during the current regional circumstances. The dedicated hotline is equipped to provide guidance and assistance to visitors who may require support during this »»»
Israeli Channel 15 cites Nahariya hospital: 8 soldiers injured, including 3 critically, in northern border clashes - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Israel’s Hezbollah Attacks Are Likely to Continue Beyond Iran War, Source Says
Israeli attacks against Lebanon's Iranian-backed Hezbollah group will likely continue after its joint air war with the US against Iran ends, a source briefed on Israel's military strategy told Reuters, describing the two fronts as unconnected. Israel warned Lebanon before the war that it would stri»»»
Iraq's Kurdish Authorities Say 'Attack' Shuts US-run Oil Field
Iraqi Kurdish authorities said on Friday that oil production at an oil field operated by US firm HKN Energy has been halted following an attack. A security source told AFP the attack was carried out with two drones the previous day. The natural resources ministry in the northern Kurdistan region sa»»»
Daniel Azhiev detained again, details not disclosed - | 24.KG
Daniel Azhiev, the owner of several webcam studios, has been detained again. Sources in the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan reported. The ministry’s press service has not officially confirmed the information. Details have not yet been disclosed. Azhiev previously became the central figur»»»
Uber expands to two more cities in Romania: Piatra Neamț and Vaslui
Uber continues its nationwide expansion and becomes available in two new cities in Romania, Piatra Neamț and Vaslui. With this new launch, the company now operates in 38 cities across Romania. Between 6th and 8th of March 2026, new users in Piatra Neamț and Vaslui can use the following discount cod»»»
Romanian CEOs cautious on growth outlook despite strong expansion strategies – PwC survey
Optimism among chief executives in Romania has fallen to its lowest level in the past five years, even as companies continue to expand into new sectors, gain market share, and plan acquisitions, according to the local edition of the PwC CEO Survey 2026. Only a quarter of Romanian CEOs expect their »»»
Catering prices up by 3.2% in February: statistics
Skopje, 5 March 2026 (MIA) – The prices of catering services in February 2026 increased by 3.2% compared to the same month of the previous year, the State Statistical Office data show. The prices of catering services in the period from January to February 2026, compared to the same period of the pr»»»
Prime Minister receives phone call from Czech Prime Minister
Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, today received a phone call from Prime Minister of Czech Republic HE Andrej Babis. During the call, they reviewed the developments of the military escalation in the region and its se»»»
Al-Manar corresondent in south Lebanon reports Israeli drone strike on a car in the town of Tibneen - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Family with triplets in Osh receives 50,000 soms from mayor - | 24.KG
A family that recently welcomed triplets in Osh has received financial support on behalf of the city’s mayor Zhanarbek Akayev, the City Hall reported. Deputy Mayor Masuda Aidarbekova visited resident Mavlyuda Berdigulova, who lives in Anar microdistrict located in Kerme-Too municipal territorial ad»»»
Prime Minister receives phone call from the Prime Minister of North Macedonia
Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, today received a phone call from prime Minister of the Republic of North Macedonia, HE Hristijan Mickoski. During the call, they reviewed developments in the military escalation in t»»»
'We have been preparing': Why the boots on the ground in Iran could be Kurdish
For a sixth day, the US and Israel are battering targets in Iran, waging war from the air. Could there soon be boots on the ground? Maybe. But not American ones. Iranian Kurdish opposition groups in exile in northern Iraq have told the BBC they have plans to cross the border - and have had them for»»»
Prime Minister receives phone call from the Prime Minister of Malaysia
Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, received today a phone call from Prime Minister of Malaysia, HE Anwar Ibrahim. During the call, they reviewed the developments of the military escalation in the region and it»»»
Qatar says its naval forces were in Bahrain buildings targeted by Iran
Qatar on Friday said its naval forces were inside buildings targeted by Iran in Bahrain overnight, though they were unharmed, after Manama reported attacks on residential buildings and a hotel. “The State of Qatar strongly condemns the Iranian attack targeting buildings in various parts of the King»»»
Israeli enemy issues evacuation threat to four towns in Bekaa: Nabi Sheet, Al-Khader, Sar’een Al-Fawqa and Sar’een Al-Tahta - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Lebanese Health Ministry: 5 people martyred, 7 injured in initial toll of Israeli aggression on Sidon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Greece Will Aid Bulgaria's Air Defence with Patriot Battery and F-16s
Greece will provide support to Bulgaria with air defence assets and personnel, which will be deployed in northern Greece and will cover a large part of the Bulgarian territory, Greek Defence Minister Nikos Dendias said Friday, as quoted by the ANA-MPA news agency. He specified that he had spoken wi»»»
Activists ask President Japarov to allow March 8 rally in Bishkek - | 24.KG
The organizing committee of an event dedicated to International Women’s Day has appealed to President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov with a request to permit the rally in Bishkek. The appeal says that activists plan to hold the event in Maxim Gorky Park. Organizers say the aim of the rally is to draw »»»
Consul General in Siberia discusses launch of Novosibirsk - Tamchy flight - | 24.KG
The Consul General of Kyrgyzstan in Novosibirsk, Aibek Aidarbekov, met with the Minister of Economic Development of the region Svetlana Scharpf. The main topic of the talks was strengthening bilateral tourism ties and increasing the volume of travel between the two countries. The diplomat emphasize»»»
Deputy Prime Minister receives phone call from German Defense Minister
Doha, Qatar: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defense Affairs H E Sheikh Saud bin Abdulrahman bin Hassan Al-Thani received a phone call this Friday from H E Boris Pistorius, the German Federal Minister of Defense. During the call, the two sides reviewed the latest security developmen»»»
Enterprise Investors backs fast-growing Romanian gym chain
18GYM operates 37 clubs with an average location size of approximately 1,500 square meters – reflecting the company’s focus on spacious, modern facilities. Each club includes dedicated zones for cardio, functional training, strength machines and free weights. The high-quality training space combine»»»
Eurostat: Romania among EU countries with largest gender employment gap
Romania remains among the European Union countries with the widest gender employment gaps, according to new data published by Eurostat, highlighting persistent disparities in the labor market despite gradual improvements across the bloc. In 2024, the employment rate for men in the EU reached 80.8%,»»»