Omorbek Torobaev appointed First Deputy Mayor of Osh city - | 24.KG
Omorbek Torobaev has been appointed First Deputy Mayor of Osh city. The press service of Osh City Hall reported. The corresponding order was signed by Mayor Zhanarbek Akayev. Prior to his appointment, Omorbek Torobaev served as the head of the Department of the State Tax Service for Control over La»»»
Dubai Police warn motorists as dense fog raises accident risks
Dubai Police have urged motorists to exercise heightened caution and reduce speed while driving in foggy conditions, warning that dense fog significantly reduces horizontal visibility and increases the likelihood of serious multi-vehicle collisions that can result in injuries, fatalities and major »»»
Former Caretaker Deputy Prime Minister Tzitzelkov: I Will Not Quit CEC Public Council
Former caretaker Deputy Prime Minister Stoil Tzitzelkov said on Sunday he will not resign from the Public Council with the Central Election Commission (CEC), speaking on bTV. Tzitzelkov, who stepped down as deputy prime minister on Friday, said there was no legal or moral reason for him not to work»»»
4 Years into Russia’s Full-Scale Invasion of Ukraine, a Look at the War by the Numbers
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine four years ago launched Europe’s biggest conflict since World War II, causing immense suffering for civilians and harrowing ordeals for soldiers while rewriting the post-Cold War security order. The fighting enters its fifth year on Tuesday, and it shows no signs of sto»»»
Qatar's Shura Council considers drone bill and property law reform
Doha: Qatar's Shura Council has considered draft legislation on drones and property owners' associations, and reviewed reports on international parliamentary engagements, as part of its weekly sitting in Doha. This came during Monday's meeting, which was held at the Tamim bin Hamad Hall at the coun»»»
UAE launches largest Ramadan 'food rescue' to combat waste
Abu Dhabi: In a landmark effort to fight food waste, ne’ma, the National Food Loss and Waste Initiative, is scaling up its ‘Valuing Our Roots’ campaign for Ramadan 2026, marking the largest nationwide food rescue operation in the UAE to date. The initiative will operate simultaneously across Abu Dh»»»
Romania sees slowdown in startup investments amid regional recalibration – report
Romanian startups attracted total investments of EUR 103.2 million in 2025 across 40 transactions, according to the Venture in Eastern Europe 2025 Report by How to Web, a study that analyses venture capital investments in Eastern Europe. The total investment volume in Romania was around 20% lower t»»»
Former top diplomat Vladislav Jovanovic dies aged 92
BELGRADE - Former FM and one-time ambassador to the UN Vladislav Jovanovic died on Saturday at the age of 92, his family has announced. Born in Zitni Potok, southern Serbia, in 1933, Jovanovic graduated from a grammar school in Belgrade in 1951 and went on to obtain a degree from the Belgrade Facul»»»
Djedovic Handanovic, Rosatom director general discuss cooperation in nuclear power sector
BELGRADE - Serbian Minister of Mining and Energy Dubravka Djedovic Handanovic met on Monday with a delegation of the Russian state-owned nuclear power corporation Rosatom, headed by the firm's Director-General Alexey Likhachev, to discuss bilateral cooperation in the nuclear power sector. Djedovic »»»
Qatari nationals to require ETA for UK travel from Feb 25, 2026
DOHA: The British Embassy in Doha has announced that, starting February 25, 2026, Qatari nationals travelling to the United Kingdom will be required to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) prior to departure. The embassy said passengers without an approved ETA will not be allowed to boar»»»
Speaker discusses key issues with Russian Ambassador: Migrants, partnership - | 24.KG
Speaker of the Zhogorku Kenesh of Kyrgyzstan Marlen Mamataliev received the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Russia to Kyrgyzstan, Sergei Vakunov. The parties discussed the development of Kyrgyzstan — Russia cooperation and exchanged views on a number of pressing issues. The parliame»»»
Qatar citizens travelling to UK must obtain ETA before boarding flight: Embassy
Doha, Qatar: Starting February 25, 2026, Qatar citizens will require an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before travelling to the United Kingdom. The UK Embassy to Qatar in a statement said that passengers without an appoved ETA will not be permitted to board their flight. "Passengers can appl»»»
Ashghal announces closure of Thumama Stadium Interchange
Doha, Qatar: The Public Works Authority, Ashghal, announced the closure of the Thumama Stadium Interchange Exit No. 32A for traffic coming from Mesaieed Road towards Sabah Al Ahmed Corridor. The closure, in coordination with the General Directorate of Traffic, will be in place for a duration of 8 h»»»
Berri rejects elections postponement, says Quintet in favor of move
Speaker Nabih Berri on Monday clarified that he has said that “the atmosphere of the five-nation group for Lebanon is in favor of postponing the elections.” Berri added that he has not at all mentioned “any ambassador, neither from the Quintet, nor from other sides.” In remarks to Asharq al-Awsat n»»»
Over 86% of Levs Withdrawn, BGN 4.4 Bln Still Held by Citizens
As of February 23, more than 86% of the levs have been withdrawn, with about BGN 4.4 billion still remaining among citizens, Vladimir Ivanov, head of the Coordination Centre for the Introduction of the Euro said here Monday. He was speaking during a news briefing at the Council of Ministers. Accord»»»
UAE ‘Palm’ Pavilion wins Gold at German Design Award after drawing 5m visitors at Expo 2025 Osaka
Following its record-breaking run at Expo 2025 Osaka, where it welcomed more than five million visitors, the UAE Pavilion has been awarded Gold at the German Design Award 2026. The German Design Council announced the win in the 'Fair and Exhibition – Exhibition Design' category, marking a prestigio»»»
Massive Argentine Sunflower Arrivals Threaten Bulgaria’s Domestic Market, Producers Warn
Bulgarian grain producers are warning of a surge in sunflower imports from Argentina, raising concerns over both market stability and food safety. According to Nova TV, six shipments totaling approximately 200,000 tons are on their way to Bulgaria, with one already docked. Iliya Prodanov, chairman »»»
Media Review: February 23
The topics of the newly appointed caretaker government and the Petrohan case dominate Monday’s press. POLITICS 24 Chasa presents the results of a Trend opinion poll, according to which if elections were held today, the coalition of former president Rumen Radev would win 32.7% of the votes, followed»»»
EU Reportedly Set to Freeze US Trade Deal Approval Over Trump Tariff Risk
The European Union is poised to freeze the ratification process of its trade deal with the US and is seeking more details from President Donald Trump’s administration on its new tariff program, Bloomberg News reported on Monday. Zeljana Zovko, the lead trade negotiator in the European Peop»»»
CBL statistics reveal unprecedented growth in e-payment indicators from 2025 to 15 February 2026
Central Bank of Libya (CBL) statistics published by the Tripoli based Libyan government yesterday show unprecedented growth in electronic payment (e-payment) indicators from to 15 February 2026. This reflects a shift towards digital electronic payments and the increasing reliance on digital service»»»
Over 86% of Levs Withdrawn, BGN 4.4 Bln Still Held by Citizensв
As of February 23, more than 86% of the levs have been withdrawn, with about BGN 4.4 billion still remaining among citizens, Vladimir Ivanov, head of the Coordination Centre for the Introduction of the Euro said here Monday. He was speaking during a news briefing at the Council of Ministers. Accord»»»
Lebanese Speaker Berri: Quintet Committee Supports Election Delay, No Envoy Referenced
The media office of Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri issued a clarification on Monday addressing reports by Asharq Al-Awsat about postponing parliamentary elections scheduled for May 2026. In a statement, the office said Berri’s remarks were confined to describing a general atmosphere within»»»
France declares war on meat
Here comes the 1st battalion of desk jockeys to lecture you about your dinner’s carbon footprint. Daily life in France used to be simple, until the government decided to appoint itself Mother Nature’s personal bodyguard, and the average citizen was declared her number one threat. Their latest salvo»»»
Dubai office market sees record sales as demand outpaces supply
Dubai: Dubai’s office market recorded its strongest performance in more than a decade in 2025, with total sales values more than doubling to Dh13.1 billion amid strong demand from investors and businesses seeking limited high-quality space. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balan»»»
EU again delays hotly debated 'Made-in-Europe' plans
Brussels, Belgium: The EU executive has again delayed presenting a fiercely contested plan to favour European companies over foreign rivals in key sectors, pushing it back to March 4 to give more time for talks, officials said Monday. The proposal was expected Thursday but there has been strong pus»»»
Russian Forces Strike Transport, Energy and Fuel Sites Supporting Ukrainian Military – MoD
Russian forces carried out strikes on the transport, energy, fuel infrastructure facilities used in the interests of the armed forces of Ukraine, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Monday. Russia's Battlegroup Tsentr eliminated up to 390 Ukrainian soldiers over the past 24 hours, the Russian Defe»»»
“How Will Radev Compete with Me?” Borissov Claims GERB Has Done More for Bulgaria Than Anyone
During a gathering in Stara Zagora with nearly 1,000 mayors from villages, municipalities, and regional cities, GERB leader Boyko Borissov spoke candidly about the party’s achievements and the upcoming electoral challenges. He questioned how President Rumen Radev could compete with him after ten ye»»»
Norofert acquires majority stake in Romanian seed producer Expert Agribusiness
Norofert, the leading producer of organic agricultural inputs and biotechnology provider for agriculture in Romania, listed on the AeRO market of the Bucharest Stock Exchange (BVB symbol: NRF), has announced the signing of an agreement for the acquisition of a 60% stake in Expert Agribusiness SRL, »»»
Lee, Brazil's Lula agree to elevate bilateral ties to strategic partnership - UPI.com
President Lee Jae Myung (R) and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva enter a state welcome dinner at Cheong Wa Dae in Seoul on Monday. Photo by Yonhap President Lee Jae Myung and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva agreed to elevate bilateral ties during their summit Monday and e»»»
Interim Finance Minister Confirms Budget Extension, Calls on Departments to Implement Planned Pay Raise
Caretaker Finance Minister Georgi Klisurski has urged all departments, ministries, and municipalities to implement the planned 5 percent salary increase for public sector employees, noting that many have not yet done so despite it being provided for in the budget extension law. He made this call du»»»
Friendship turns costly: Engineering student’s account used in Rs 7 crore scam
Dubai: What began as an act of trust between friends has spiralled into serious legal trouble for an engineering student in Bengaluru, whose bank account was allegedly used to route cyber fraud transactions worth nearly Rs 7 crore (Rs70 million). According to a police complaint, the student, enroll»»»
Utilization of Surplus but Edible Food Must Be Priority for Waste Reduction and Social Policy – Bulgarian Food Bank
The utilization of surplus but edible food should be a priority, both to reduce waste and as a social policy measure, Bulgarian Food Bank (BFB) Executive Director Tsanka Milanova told BTA in an interview on Monday. It was conducted in the context of the transposition of the EU Waste Framework Direc»»»
Oil falls, gold rises as dollar weakens
Washington, Feb. 23 (SANA) Oil prices declined Monday amid concerns about slowing global growth and ongoing debate over US tariffs, while gold rose to its highest level in weeks as the US dollar weakened. According to CNBC, Brent crude futures declined 1.05% to $71.02 a barrel, while U.S. West Texa»»»
Cirque du Soleil's Corteo comes to Qatar; tickets on sale now
Doha, Qatar: Cirque du Soleil will bring one of its most celebrated productions to Qatar in April for eight unforgettable performances. A fan favourite that has captivated audiences worldwide, Corteo will take place at Qatar National Convention Center from April 8-13, 2026. Corteo, which means 'cor»»»
ICC Opens Hearings Into Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte
The International Criminal Court began pre-trial hearings on Monday for former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, who is facing three counts of crimes against humanity for deadly anti-drugs crackdowns he oversaw while in office. Duterte, 80, was not in The Hague courtroom, having waived his righ»»»
Health ministry launches three national preventive guidelines for injuries to children, elderly, and traffic accidents
DOHA: The Ministry of Public Health has launched three national preventive guidelines aimed at promoting safety and public health in the State of Qatar: the National Preventive Guidelines for Child Injuries, the National Preventive Guidelines for Elderly Injuries, and the National Preventive Guidel»»»
Zambians pay price amid Copperbelt mining boom
GlobalizationAfricaZambians pay price amid Copperbelt mining boomKathy ShortAs mining companies scour Zambia's Copperbelt for metals used in sustainable energy, locals are dealing with unchecked pollution and contamination. https://p.dw.com/p/58xtxCopper refineries in Zambia have been busy as globa»»»
Xbox gets Indian-origin CEO as Satya Nadella says he is ‘long on gaming’
Dubai: For UAE gamers who grew up on Xbox consoles and late-night multiplayer sessions, here’s big news: Xbox now has an Indian-origin chief at the helm. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.In a major leadership shake-up, Satya Nadella, Microsoft’s chairman and CEO, announ»»»
Ramadan 2026: Ne’ma expands food rescue drive across five emirates
The National Food Loss and Waste Initiative, ne’ma, has announced a major expansion of its flagship “Valuing Our Roots” campaign for Ramadan 2026, marking the most extensive geographic and operational rollout of its food rescue programme to date. For Ramadan Prayer timings, click here. The initiati»»»
Report: US Forces to Complete Withdrawal from Syria within a Month
US forces that led the anti-ISIS coalition in Syria will complete their withdrawal from the country within a month, three sources told AFP on Monday. "Within a month, they will have withdrawn from Syria and there will no longer be any military presence in the bases," a Syrian government official sa»»»
Foreign Outflows Cap Rate-Cut Rally as EGX Ends Volatile Week Lower
Egypt’s equity market swung sharply over the week of 15–19 February 2026, reversing an early breakout to close firmly in the red as foreign investors accelerated selling into geopolitical uncertainty. The EGX30 ended roughly 3.14% below Sunday’s level, underscoring the market’s sensitivity to exter»»»
Mexico Eyes Trade Expansion, Targets Saudi Market with Premium Rice Exports
Mexico is preparing to expand its trade ties with Saudi Arabia by exporting high-quality rice to the Kingdom, sources told Asharq Al-Awsat. They said Mexico has an export offer for three premium rice varieties that meet the highest international standards. Saudi Arabia imports limited quantities of»»»
UN Chief Decries Global Rise of ‘Rule of Force’
The United Nations leader warned Monday that "the rule of force" was spreading, as the powerful trample on international law and wield artificial intelligence and other technologies to attack human rights. "Human rights are under a full-scale attack around the world," Antonio Guterres told the open»»»
Russian Attack on Ukraine’s Odesa Region Killed Two People, Injured Three
A Russian attack on Ukraine's southern Odesa region killed two people and injured three overnight, Ukraine's emergency service and a government official said on Monday. The two people died when a Russian drone fell on a truck stop causing a fire, the service said on the Telegram messenger. Infrastr»»»
Urban 411 Office Furniture introduces Gravita Executive Desk to the UAE market
Dubai: Urban 411 Office Furniture announced the UAE availability of its Gravita Executive Desk, a new workstation designed for executive offices that are increasingly balancing aesthetics, space efficiency, and employee wellbeing. Workplace design shifts in the UAEAcross the UAE, many organisations»»»
Wave of Nightly Abductions: Dozens of Palestinians Arrested in Israeli Sweeping West Bank Crackdown - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Kyrgyzstan self-sufficient in six of nine key food products - | 24.KG
Kyrgyzstan is now self-sufficient in six out of nine key food products. First Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture and Processing Industry, Zhanybek Kerimaliev, stated at a meeting of the Committee on Agrarian Policy, Water Resources, Subsoil Use, Ecology and Environmental Protection of »»»
Who was El Mencho? The shadowy cartel boss explained
Dubai: Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, widely known as “El Mencho,” was one of the most feared and influential figures in modern Mexican organised crime, a man whose rise mirrored the violent transformation of the country’s drug war. Born in Aguililla, a rural town in the western state of Michoacán, Os»»»
Mostly clear skies forecast for Clean Monday
The weather on Monday, Clean Monday, a public holiday marking the start of the 40-day fasting period leading up to Easter and traditionally celebrated with kite flying, will be mostly clear across the country. Temporary cloud cover is expected in the greater Athens area, Evia and the Sporades until»»»
Report: Trump Considers Targeted Strike Against Iran, Followed by Larger Attack
US President Donald Trump has told advisers that if diplomacy or any initial targeted US attack does not lead Iran to give in to his demands that it give up its nuclear program, he will consider a much bigger attack in coming months intended to drive that country’s leaders from power, people briefe»»»