Tunisian car market records upturn with 7.5% increase in sales volume through end of February
Tunis, March 14 (TAP) - The Tunisian car market showed positive momentum in January and February 2026, with total sales recording growth of 7.54% compared to the same period in 2025, bringing the total number of vehicles marketed to over 8,880...»»»
Macron Urges Israel to Hold 'Direct Talks' with Lebanon amid More War Casualties
French President Emmanuel Macron on Saturday said Lebanon was ready to engage in "direct talks" with Israel and offered to host negotiations in Paris. "The Lebanese government has signaled its willingness to engage in direct talks with Israel," he said on X. "France is ready to facilitate these tal»»»
Pensioner dies after being hit by bus
A man who was knocked down by a bus in County Wicklow has died. It happened on Station Road, Bray, on Thursday at around 18:00 local time. After the collision, the man was taken to St Vincent's University Hospital in Dublin with serious injuries. Gardaí (Irish police) said he died in hospital on Fr»»»
PM reviews Talaat Moustafa Group’s investment plans
CAIRO, March 12 (MENA) – Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly reviewed plans by Talaat Moustafa Group to expand its investments in Egypt during the coming period as part of efforts to increase private sector engagement in the economy. This came during a meeting attended by Minister of Finance Ahmed Kouc»»»
US dollar shatters historic records across Egypt’s banking sector
The Egyptian banking sector witnessed a turbulent close to the trading week as the US Dollar surged to unprecedented heights against the Egyptian Pound. By the end of Thursday’s sessions, the greenback had gained between LE 2.17 and LE 2.45 across ten major lenders compared to the previous week, si»»»
Philippines to cut airport fees as jet fuel prices surge
Dubai: The Philippines has ordered a reduction in airport charges in a bid to ease the burden of passengers as jet fuel prices surge due to tensions in the Middle East. According to Giovanni Lopez, the country’s acting transportation secretary, he has directed the Civil Aviation Authority of the Ph»»»
White House Advisor Calls for Exit of Iran War: Continued Escalation “Could Be Catastrophic” - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Hamas urges Iran to stop 'targeting neighboring countries'
Palestinian Islamist movement Hamas on Saturday called on Iran to refrain from targeting neighbouring countries, while affirming Tehran's right to defend itself against Israel and the United States. In a rare appeal, Hamas also urged the international community to take steps to end the war that has»»»
Environment: Strategic priority in 2026–2030 development plan (CNRD president)
Tunis, March 14 (TAP) - Environmental issues have become strategically important among the state's development priorities, given their direct impact on citizens' health and quality of life, said President of the National Council of Regions and...»»»
Tripoli Business Hub opens - aiming to support and empower emerging businesses within the capital
Tripoli Business Hub, a municipal centre affiliated with the Tripoli Central Municipality, was officially opened last Wednesday (11 March). The hub aims to support and empower emerging businesses within the capital. Tripoli Business Hub said the launch stems from a vision to build a practical incub»»»
Philippine airlines suspends Mideast flights until March 28
Dubai: Flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) has temporarily suspended several flights connecting Manila with major Middle East destinations including Dubai, Riyadh, and Doha until March 28. In its advisory, PAL has noted that the move is a precautionary measure amid the evolving geopolitical situ»»»
Five US Refueling Planes Damaged in Iranian Missile Strike in Saudi Air Base: Report - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Khatam al-Anbiya HQs: After its military bases in the region were destroyed, the US army headed to ports, docks, and shelters in UAE cities - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Iranian Ministry of Intelligence: 3 cells of 23 US-Israeli agents arrested in Mazandaran, Khorasan and Khuzestan - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Macron urges Israel to hold 'direct talks' with Lebanon
French President Emmanuel Macron on Saturday said Lebanon was ready to engage in "direct talks" with Israel and offered to host negotiations in Paris. "The Lebanese government has signalled its willingness to engage in direct talks with Israel," he said on X. "France is ready to facilitate these ta»»»
Buraq Airlines receives its new Airbus A320-232 aircraft at Mitiga airport
Buraq Airlines announced last Thursday (12 March) that it had receives its new A320-232 Winglet aircraft at Tripoli’s Mitiga airport. It said the new arrival is part of the carrier’s plan to strengthening its fleet with steady steps towards expansion and excellence. The step comes within the compan»»»
Dubai Police impound 251 vehicles over noise and illegal modifications
Dubai Police have warned motorists against disruptive traffic behaviours, including excessive vehicle noise and unauthorised modifications, stressing that such actions disturb the community and compromise public safety. Major General Saif Muhair Al Mazrouei, Assistant Commander-in-Chief for Operati»»»
Japan, South Korea Say Ready to Act Against FX Volatility
Japan and South Korea expressed concern on Saturday about the rapid declines in their currencies, saying they were ready to act against excessive foreign-exchange volatility. Finance Ministers Satsuki Katayama of Japan and Koo Yun-cheol of South Korea "expressed serious concern over the recent shar»»»
Central Election Commission Provides Update on Voting Machines and Preparations for April 19 Snap General Elections
Deputy Chair and spokesperson of the Bulgarian Central Election Commission (CEC), Rositsa Mateva, told NOVA TV here on Saturday that around 100–150 voting machines require replacement parts, while approximately 1,000 machines are missing some accessories such as battery cables, power extensions, or»»»
Russian Army Strikes Ukraine’s Military-Industrial Complex & Energy Infrastructure
The Russian Army launched a massive strike on facilities of the military-industrial complex and energy infrastructure of Ukraine, as well as on its military airfields, the Russian Ministry of Defense stated. "Tonight, in response to the terrorist attacks by Ukraine on civilian facilities on the ter»»»
Blast Lightly Damages Jewish School in Amsterdam
An explosion lightly damaged a Jewish school in Amsterdam early on Saturday, in what the city's mayor described as "a deliberate attack against the Jewish community". The explosion at the school in an upscale residential neighborhood on the south side of Amsterdam damaged a rainpipe and charred an »»»
Germany’s fiscal expansion marks a turning point for economic growth: QNB
Doha, Qatar: Qatar National Bank (QNB) said that Germany's macroeconomic outlook is improving, supported by fiscal expansion, an emerging recovery in manufacturing and more accommodative monetary conditions. While structural obstacles remain, the policy shift should mark the beginning of a better g»»»
Egypt Renews Call for Joint Arab Force, Warns of ‘Total Chaos’
Egypt renewed calls to form a joint Arab force capable of effectively confronting threats and risks facing Arab states, warning of “the dangers of the conflict widening in the region and the possibility of sliding into comprehensive chaos.” It also reaffirmed its solidarity with the Gulf states and»»»
Iran war: Operation Epic Fury sparks MAGA revolt and deep US divisions
The night of February 28-March 1, 2026, will be remembered by all those who followed the news in real time. At 1:15 AM EST, seated in the White House Situation Room, US President Donald Trump said, “Operation Epic Fury is approved. No aborts. Good luck.” Those nine words signaled the launch of the »»»
Al-Manar correspondent in south Lebanon reports Israeli strikes on the outskirts of Sujud and Arab Salim in Iqlim Al-Tuffah - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Middle East war live: Iran threatens retaliation as Trump says US 'obliterated' targets on Kharg island
Iran on Saturday threatened to launch attacks on US oil infrastructure after President Donald Trump claimed that the US had "obliterated" military targets on Iran's Kharg Island and warned that oil infrastructure there could be targeted next. The small island off Iran's south coast is the main»»»
Focus - Qatar turns to desert farming to boost food security
Since the 2017 embargo, one of Qatar’s greatest nightmares has been that a war or geopolitical crisis would isolate Doha from the rest of the world. In late February, renewed tensions following the Israeli-American offensive against Iran brought these concerns to the fore once again. Over the past »»»
Trump prepares for high-stakes meeting with Xi amid Iran war, uncertain goals
Washington: Just over two weeks before President Donald Trump is due to meet his counterpart Xi Jinping in Beijing, Chinese uncertainty over the US leader's goals and the impact of the Iran war hang over the highly anticipated state visit. Trump's trip, his first to China in his second term, is aim»»»
US-Israel war on Iran: Arab towns in north Israel decry lack of shelters
Sakhnin: Threatened by volleys of Hezbollah rockets and missiles from Iran, residents of Arab towns in northern Israel are complaining about a lack of public shelters. "The state is obliged to build public shelters so that the entire population has access to safe havens," Mazen Ghanayem, mayor of t»»»
Is Burhan Heading for a Showdown with Sudan’s Islamists?
The designation of Sudan’s Islamists as a terrorist entity places the country’s military leadership before difficult and narrowing choices, particularly as these currents are deeply embedded within the ruling system and wield growing influence in decision-making circles, including inside the milita»»»
MoI reiterates call to avoid sharing rumours
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Interior (MoI) has reiterated its call for the public to rely only on official sources of information and refrain from sharing rumours, in a post on X. The Ministry called for strict adherence to information issued by official authorities and urged the public to refrain»»»
Iran’s war strategy puts pressure on Trump
Paris: US-Israeli strikes killed Iran's leader but have not toppled the government, which now, from its perch on the Strait of Hormuz, has put the entire world economy on the war's frontlines. The initial US victory in killing supreme leader Ali Khamenei has given way to a conflict that Washington »»»
Hebrew media: Two weeks into the war, it became clear that the resistance group’s leader is the ultimate decision-maker, maintaining firm control over the chain of command - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Israeli media: Sirens have continued to sound across northern areas since the morning due to rocket fire from Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Mideast turmoil revives Norway push for Arctic drilling
Oslo: Already the continent's biggest single supplier of natural gas since Russia invaded Ukraine, Norway is hoping to use the Middle East war to get European Union blessing to drill in the Arctic. The European Commission is revising its Arctic strategy, which has since 2021 committed the EU to wor»»»
Hezbollah fighters strike a Zionist force attempting to advance in Aitaroun border town with a guided missile: Al-Manar reporter - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Foreign Suspect Arrested for Inciting Terrorism Admits to Visiting Ukrainian Websites - FSB
MOSCOW, March 14 - A foreign national detained in the Tambov Region for inciting acts of terrorism has admitted to visiting Ukrainian websites, the Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) revealed. Earlier in the day, a foreign national was arrested in the Russian Tambov Region for using the Telegra»»»
North Korea Launches 10 Ballistic Missiles Toward Sea of Japan — South Korea
The missiles flew about 350 km, though their specifications are currently unknown, the South Korean Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) said. Although Seoul accuses North Korea of militarization, the US and South Korea are currently holding the joint Freedom Shield drills, which are set to run until March »»»
Kuwaiti oil prices reach $143.03 a Barrel
Kuwait: The price of Kuwaiti oil edged up by $10.36 to reach $143.03 a barrel on Friday, compared to $132.68 the previous day, the Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) said today. In global markets, the price of Brent crude went up by $2.68 to reach $103.14 a barrel, while West Texas Intermediate ros»»»
Fujairah reports fire after debris fell following threat interception
Fujairah: Authorities in the Emirate of Fujairah reported that a fire broke out after debris fell following the interception of an unmanned aerial vehicle by air defence systems, confirming that no injuries were recorded. Authorities have urged residents to stay in safe locations, follow verified g»»»
How will Russia benefit from US decision to ease oil sanctions?
The United States has eased some restrictions on Russian oil, letting shipments already at sea continue until early April in the aim of calming global markets amid Iran’s blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Ukraine and European leaders criticised the move, saying it undermined peace efforts. The Unit»»»
China edge Taiwan in extra-time to make Women's Asian Cup semis
Perth, Australia: Defending champions China scored twice in extra-time to book a blockbuster semi-final with hosts Australia at the Women's Asian Cup after a tense 2-0 win over Taiwan on Saturday. Shao Ziqin brilliantly fired into the right corner in the 94th minute before earning a penalty in the »»»
ANME launches 2026 best journalistic work competition
Tunis, March 14 (TAP) - The National Agency for Energy Conservation (ANME) announced the opening of applications for the best journalistic work competition for 2026.Held under the theme "Rationalisation of energy consumption and promotion of...»»»
Israel Isolates South Lebanon with Strikes on Civilian Infrastructure
Israel on Friday began striking targets belonging to the Lebanese state and said it intended to hit civilian facilities, as preparations continued for a ground operation in the south. Early signs of the operation appeared as limited, temporary incursions that expanded on Friday toward the outskirts»»»
UAE traffic alert: Dubai RTA announces temporary diversions
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced a temporary diversion of traffic from Sheikh Rashid Street towards 2nd December Street, from the bridge to the Commercial Centre Roundabout. Traffic on Al Majlis Street heading to the roundabout will be redirected towards Qasr Khayran Street unt»»»
Russell beats Ferrari to win Shanghai F1 Sprint
Shanghai: Mercedes' George Russell held off a challenge from Ferrari to convert pole position into victory in an entertaining first Sprint race of the 2026 Formula 1 season. After setting the fastest time in Friday's qualifying session, Russell held his lead into the first corner but was overtaken »»»
Air India, Air India Express adds 62 extra flights to UAE, Saudi Arabia
Air India and Air India Express will together operate a total of 80 scheduled and non-scheduled flights to and from the West Asia region on March 14, 2026. The two carriers will continue their scheduled services to Jeddah and Muscat on March 14, operating a total of 10 flights to and from Jeddah an»»»
Details of death of deputy head of Bailiffs Service in Chon-Aryk reported - | 24.KG
New details have emerged regarding the death of Kubanychbek Kapalov, deputy head of the Bailiffs Service under the Prosecutor General’s Office of Kyrgyzstan, whose body was found in a car in the village of Chon-Aryk. According to the Main Internal Affairs Department, on March 13, 2026, a report was»»»
Sheikh Mohammed receives Ethiopian Prime Minister to discuss economic ties
Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, today received Abiy Ahmed Ali, Prime Minister of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia. During the meeting, Sheikh Mohammed and Abiy Ahmed reviewed bilateral relations a»»»