Gulf News 2m

Etihad updates flight schedule for March 10 from Abu Dhabi

Etihad Airways has released its updated flight schedule for 10 March 2026, as part of its phased resumption of limited commercial operations from Abu Dhabi. The airline will operate to a number of key destinations, with services carefully coordinated to meet safety and security requirements. Also R»»»

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Gulf News 34m

Fake: AI satellite imagery spurs US-Iran war disinformation

The satellite image posted by an Iranian news outlet looked real: a devastated US base in Qatar. But it was an AI-generated fake, underscoring the accelerating threat of tech-enabled disinformation during wartime. The rise of generative AI has turbocharged the ability of state actors and propagandi»»»

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Gulf News 46m

Iran fires new missiles as Khamenei's son takes charge

Iran fired missiles at Israel early Monday in the name of the Islamic republic's new leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, who was selected to succeed his slain father despite threats by the United States and Israel to target him next. Nine days after US-Israeli strikes killed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and plunge»»»

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BBC 1h

Rihanna's Beverly Hills home hit by gunfire, police say

The Beverly Hills home of pop superstar Rihanna has been hit by gunfire, police say. Officers from the Los Angeles Police Department responded to reports of gunfire at 13:15 local time (21:15 GMT) on Sunday. A suspect was located and taken into custody. A police official told the BBC's US partner, »»»

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Gulf News 1h

Explosions heard in Doha following missile interception as Gulf nations report new attacks

Doha: Several explosions were heard on Monday in the Qatari capital Doha, AFP journalists said, as Gulf nations reported new attacks with Iran pressing its retaliatory strikes across the region. Doha has been targetted by waves of Iranian drones and missiles since Iran launched a sprawling retaliat»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Trump says doesn't want Kurds to launch Iran offensive

US President Donald Trump said Saturday that he did not want the Kurds to launch an offensive against Iran. "We're not looking to the Kurds going in," he told reporters in a briefing aboard Air Force One. "We're very friendly with the Kurds, as you know, but we don't want to make the war any more c»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Iran Names Mojtaba Khamenei to Succeed His Slain Father as Supreme Leader

Mojtaba Khamenei, a son of Iran's late supreme leader, has been named his successor, Iranian state TV announced early Monday, as the war that began a little over a week ago with his father's killing took a dramatic turn. The younger Khamenei, who had not been seen or heard from publicly since the w»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Who is Mojtaba Khamenei? The 'shadow power' inside Iran

For decades, Mojtaba Khamenei was one of the most powerful yet least visible figures inside the Iranian system — a cleric with deep influence over security forces but almost no public political role. On Sunday (March 8, 2026), that changed dramatically when the 56-year-old was elevated as the new s»»»

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UPI 1h

Crude oil passes $100 per barrel as Iran war widens - UPI.com

President Donald Trump called the increase "a little glitch." Iran has threatened vessels attempting to transit the Strait of Hormuz since the United States and Israel began its military operation in the country, which has sent the price of crude oil skyrocketing. File Photo EPA March 8 (UPI) -- Af»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Qatar Armed Forces intercept missile attack: MoD

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Defense announced early Monday via their official page on X that the armed forces intercepted a missile attack which tageted the State of Qatar.»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Retail traders rush into oil and gold as Middle East tensions rise further

Dubai: The widening Middle East conflict is beginning to reshape global trading patterns, lifting demand for oil and gold while raising concerns about energy supply, shipping disruption and soaring war-risk insurance. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Retail trading acti»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Asian markets tumble as Nikkei plunges over 6% amid oil price surge

Asian stock markets slid sharply on Monday after Japan’s benchmark index suffered one of the region’s steepest declines, as investors reacted to surging oil prices and escalating conflict in the Middle East. The Nikkei 225 in Tokyo dropped more than 6% in early trading on March 9, leading a broad s»»»

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Ya Libnan 2h

Trump says Khamenei’s son unacceptable as the new leader of Iran and Israel vowed to target any successor to Khamanei – Ya Libnan

Share: File- Mojtaba Khamenei has been named as Iran’s new supreme leader President Donald Trump said last week that Mojtaba Khamenei would be “unacceptable,” and Issued rael has vowed to target any declared successor to Ali Khamenei. Mojtaba Khamenei has been named as Iran’s new supreme leader jus»»»

Al Manar 2h

Iranian ballistic and cluster missiles hit Tel Aviv, cause major blackout in suburbs - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

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Gulf News 2h

The chair I always choose: What a seat can reveal about leadership and perspective

Have you ever noticed how you always gravitate toward the same chair — at home, in an office, or even at a friend’s dinner table? I do. Not because it is more comfortable, or assigned to me. It simply feels right. From that spot, I can often see the doorway, read faces as they enter, and catch subt»»»

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BBC 2h

Spain's migrants welcome amnesty: 'It will help us in every way'

Diana left her native Peru two years ago, looking for financial and professional stability in Europe. But, as an undocumented migrant in Spain, life has been difficult. The 40-year-old's dream of working in the tourism industry has not transpired. Instead, she has got by doing occasional jobs. "Wor»»»

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BBC 2h

Oil prices jump above $100 for first time in four years

Global oil prices have jumped above $100 (£75.11) a barrel for the first time since 2022 as the escalating US-Israeli war with Iran has fuelled fears of prolonged disruption to shipments through the Strait of Hormuz. Iran on Sunday named Mojtaba Khamenei to succeed his father Ali Khamenei as Suprem»»»

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BNE 2h

Saudi Arabia intercepts Iranian attacks on strategic infrastructure

The Saudi defence ministry has confirmed the interception of four drones and a ballistic missile, underscoring the persistent security risks to the Kingdom’s critical energy and military assets. According to a ministry sta»»»

BNE 2h

Saudi Arabia intercepts Iranian attacks on strategic infrastructure

The Saudi defence ministry has confirmed the interception of four drones and a ballistic missile, underscoring the persistent security risks to the Kingdom’s critical energy and military assets. According to a ministry sta»»»

Gulf News 2h

World’s rare earth giants: Top 10 countries with the biggest reserves

More countries are emerging as potential rare earth oxides (REO) suppliers, with upward revisions of estimates of available deposits in key countries outside China. Latest data from the US Geological Survey points to upward adjustments for Australia's reserves (from 5.7 million to 13.6 million tonn»»»

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Al Manar 2h

Islamic Resistance announces confronting a second Israeli landing operation in eastern Lebanon: Statement 1 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

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Al Manar 2h

Al-Manar reporter: Missile salvos target the Israeli military movements in Misgav Am and Adaisseh after the enemy’s infiltration attempts - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar reporter: Missile salvos target the Israeli military movements in Misgav Am and Adaisseh after the enemy’s infiltration attempts 0»»»

Qatar Tribune 2h

Qatar condemns Iranian attack on residential facility in Saudi Arabia's Al Kharj

DOHA: The State of Qatar has expressed its strongest condemnation of the Iranian attack that targeted a residential facility in Al Kharj City in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, which resulted in the death of two civilians and the injury of others, and considers it a flagrant violation of international»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Brent crude oil price spikes to $107.1 amid Iran-US-Israel war

As of March 9, 2026, global crude oil prices have surged dramatically, reaching levels not seen in years amid escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, particularly the ongoing conflict involving Iran. This has disrupted supply routes, including partial closures or threats to the Strait »»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

Iran has 'betrayed us' but all sides must de-escalate, says prime minister

DOHA: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani has described Iran's strikes on Gulf countries as a "dangerous miscalculation", warning the escalation risks destabilising the region and sending shockwaves through the global economy. Speaki»»»

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UPI 3h

Seventh U.S. service member dies during Iran military action - UPI.com

A seventh U.S. soldier has been killed in action during combat in Iran, less than 24 hours after the remains of six service members returned to the United States. The six died in a March 1 Iranian drone attack against a command center they were stationed at in Kuwait. Photo by Leigh Vogel/UPI | Lic»»»

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Gulf News 3h

From Tarlac to Buckingham Palace: Filipino educator Edison David earns UK royal honour — how he did it, what he wants to do in the Philippines

A Filipino educator from Central Luzon has risen to the highest levels of the United Kingdom’s education system and is now using his global experience to help address what he calls a “systemic learning crisis” in the Philippines. Edison David, a 53-year-old educator from Tarlac City, was appointed »»»

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France24 3h

Lebanon reports 83 children among dead after Israeli attacks

Israel's military said it struck Iranian commanders in the Lebanese capital early on Sunday, expanding the scope of its strikes to the heart of Beirut after days of attacks that have left nearly 400 people dead. Hundreds of people remain displaced, and schools, places of worship, and stadiums have »»»

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Ya Libnan 3h

Iran names Khamenei’s son Mojtaba as the new supreme leader – Ya Libnan

Share: Mojtaba Khamenei, a son of Iran’s late supreme leader, has been named his successor, Iranian state TV announced early Monday, as the war that began a little over a week ago with his father’s killing took a dramatic turn. The younger Khamenei, who had not been seen or heard from publicly sinc»»»

Al Manar 3h

Islamic Resistance targets the Israeli settlement of Margaliot with a squadron of combat drones: Statement 18 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

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Al Manar 3h

Islamic Resistance fighters repel an Israeli landing operation in eastern Lebanon, hitting a helicopter - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

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Gulf News 3h

Futhorities responding to a fire that broke out in the Fujairah Oil Tanks area, no injuries

Authorities in the Emirate of Fujairah are responding to a fire that broke out in the Fujairah Oil Tanks area after debris from successful air defence interceptions fell in the vicinity. No injuries have been reported, and the public will be informed of any developments as they arise. The competent»»»

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BBC 3h

Mojtaba Khamenei to succeed his father as Iran's supreme leader

Mojtaba Khamenei will replace his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, as Iran's new supreme leader. A statement by the Assembly of Experts - an 88-member clerical body tasked with selecting the supreme leader - was read aloud by a presenter on state TV. Mojtaba Khamenei takes over from his father - who»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

Qatar issues guidance on how to respond to early warning system alerts

Doha, Qatar: Qatar's Government Communications Office (GCO) issued public guidance explaining how residents should respond if they receive an alert through the national early warning system, outlining safety procedures for different situations, including driving, being indoors, outdoors, or at the »»»

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BBC 4h

Starmer and Trump speak for first time since president's Iran criticism

Sir Keir Starmer and Donald Trump have spoken for the first time since the US president angrily criticised the UK's Iran response. No 10 released limited details of the call, saying the two leaders discussed the situation in the Middle East and military cooperation between the UK and US. On Saturda»»»

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The Peninsula 4h

GCC condemns Iranian attack on a residential facility in Al Kharj, Saudi Arabia

Riyadh: The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has expressed the strongest condemnation and denunciation of the grave Iranian attack targeting a residential facility in the city of Al Kharj, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, which led to the death of two innocent civilians and the injury of several others. In a»»»

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Al Manar 4h

Islamic Resistance strikes Kiryat Shmona settlement with a missile salvo: Statement 17 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

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Naharnet 4h

Iran names Khamenei's son as new supreme leader

Iran's ruling clerics on Sunday appointed the slain leader's son, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, as the country's new supreme leader, defying threats from the United States and Israel to oppose him. Nine days after U.S.-Israeli strikes killed the elder Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and plunged the Middle Eas»»»

Al Manar 4h

Islamic Resistance targets with artillery shells a Zionist force in northern Mais Al-Jabal border town: Statement 16 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

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Qatar Tribune 4h

Deputy PM discusses regional security with French, Greek ministers

Doha: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defence Affairs HE Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman bin Hassan Al Thani received phone calls from French Minister of the Armed Forces and Veterans Affairs Catherine Vautrin and Minister of National Defence of Greece Nikos Dendias on Sunday. During t»»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

Khulaifi reviews regional security with IAEA D-G, Mali, Tanzania ministers

QNA Doha Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi received a phone call from International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director-General Rafael Mariano Grossi on Sunday. The call discussed the developments of the military escalation in »»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

MoCI recallsFord Transit 2025 model

The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI), in cooperation with Almana Motors Company, Qatar’s Ford dealership, has announced the recall of Ford Transit 2025 model. The measure is due to the possibility that the screw connecting the brake booster arm to the brake pedal in these models may be miss»»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

Amir receives more solidarity messages

Macron also affirmed France’s full solidarity with Qatar and praised the efficiency of the Qatari Armed Forces in maintaining security and protecting residents, including French nationals. The two leaders reviewed bilateral relations and highlighted the importance of maintaining stable energy suppl»»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

QC lays foundation stone for ‘Ahl Qatar Village’ in Djibouti

Tribune News Network Doha Despite exceptional challenges, Qatar Charity (QC), with the support of benevolent donors, has laid the foundation stone for the ‘Ahl Qatar Village’ project in Damerjog, on the outskirts of Djibouti City, under the patronage Minister of the City, Urban Planning and Housing»»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

Take national alerts, warnings seriously: MoI

QNA Doha The Ministry of Interior (MoI) has issued safety guidelines for employees at workplaces, outlining a set of instructions and procedures to be followed when responding to precautionary security alerts. This initiative is part of the ministry’s commitment to enhancing public safety and raisi»»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

Edutech Consultancy conducts Digital Awareness Sessions in private schools

Tribune News Network Doha With technology playing an increasingly central role in students’ lives, building awareness of responsible and safe digital practices has become essential. Edutech Consultancy recently conducted a series of Digital Awareness Sessions at several private schools across Doha,»»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

Ramadan an opportunityto restore health and well-being: PHCC expert

Tribune News Network Doha Ramadan is an opportunity to restore health and well-being, according to Dr. Aba Sellimi, family physician at Al Sheehaniya Health Centre, affiliated with the Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC). With more than half of the blessed month of Ramadan having passed, it beco»»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

South Africa expresses deep concern over Gulf crisis escalation, calls for restraint, diplomacy

Khaled Al Hameidi Doha South Africa has expressed deep concern over the rapidly escalating crisis in the Gulf region, following the use of force by the United States and Israel against Iran, subsequent retaliatory strikes by Tehran across the region, and the continued Israeli military operations in»»»

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Al Manar 4h

Islamic Resistance shoots a Hermes-450 Israeli drone over Wadi Slouki with appropriate weapons: Statement 15 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

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