Gulf News 4m

Sharjah Police handle 40,000 calls during bad weather

Sharjah: The General Command of Sharjah Police handled more than 40,000 calls during the recent adverse weather conditions across the UAE, reflecting a high level of preparedness and rapid emergency response. Brigadier Mohammed Rahma Al Ghazal, Director of the Operations Centre Department, said a t»»»

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Gulf News 4m

RAK road collapse: Police issue urgent alert on Kadra Road

Ras Al Khaimah: Ras Al Khaimah Police has warned motorists after a road collapse on Kadra Road caused by heavy wadi runoff. The damage affects the stretch linking Shawka and Al Watan Street, with authorities urging drivers to reduce speed, stay alert, and follow traffic instructions. Aghaddir AliSe»»»

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BNE 22m

17,000 US troops to arrive in the Gulf for possible ground invasion of Iran

17,000 US troops are arriving in the Gulf ahead of what could possibly be a land invasion by the Trump administration in an effort to bring the war in Iran to a speedy end. The Trump administration has made plans to d»»»

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The Peninsula 24m

Beirut rescuers risk their lives to save animals

Beirut, Lebanon: Armed with thick gloves and small plastic crates Kamal, Khalil and Reem jump on two mopeds and head into Beirut's southern suburbs, which see almost daily strikes by Israeli aircraft. Hands scarred by a thousand bites and scratches, the small rescue team from Lebanese NGO Animals L»»»

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MIA 26m

New substation unveiled in Skopje as EVN marks 20th anniversary

Skopje, 27 March 2026 (MIA) – Marking 20 years of EVN’s operations, dedicated work and investment in energy infrastructure, the new TS Central substation was put into operation Friday in Skopje. The €11 million infrastructure project is a strategic step toward ensuring stable electricity supply in »»»

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France24 47m

Two new suspects arrested over foiled Bank of America bomb plot in Paris

Two suspects have been arrested in connection with an apparent bomb plot targeting the Paris headquarters of Bank of America, French prosecutors said Sunday, a day after police detained a man who was about to set off a homemade explosive device outside the US bank. French police have arrested two m»»»

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Qatar Tribune 52m

Shura Council speaker meets African ambassadors group, underlines Qatar's firm rejection of Iranian attacks

DOHA: Speaker of the Shura Council HE Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim has confirmed the State of Qatar's enduring position rejecting the Iranian attacks that compromise its security and sovereignty, as well as those of regional nations. He stressed that the international community and its institution»»»

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The Peninsula 55m

MOI releases evacuation and safety guidelines for educational institutions

Doha Qatar: The Ministry of Interior has revealed the evacuation and safety guidelines for educational institutions in the country. Before an emergency occurs: - Identify emergency exits and designated assembly points. - Ensure all walkways and corridors are free of obstructions. - Know the locatio»»»

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Middle East Observer 1h

Egypt strengthens it’s electricity network grids

Egypt is in talks with Saudi Arabia for an electricity interconnection project at a total investment cost of $1.56 billion and with a 3000 megawatt capacity, Electricity Minister Mohamed Shaker said on Monday at an Al-Ahram energy conference. The project is set to be operational by 2021, Shaker add»»»

Gulf News 1h

UAE braces for fresh spell of unstable weather this week

Dubai: A period of unstable weather could affect parts of the UAE and Qatar from Monday evening through Wednesday, driven by the passage of a cold upper trough, according to Ibrahim Al Jarwan, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Emirates Astronomical Society and a member of the Arab Union for»»»

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Gulf News 1h

This is how Dubai’s economic model shows strength

Dubai: Business leaders across Dubai’s key sectors say the emirate is not only weathering current global and regional challenges but reinforcing its position as a leading economic hub, driven by a diversified model, agile governance, and deep-rooted collaboration between the public and private sect»»»

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Novinite 1h

Bulgaria’s Currency Switch Near Complete: BNB Reports 91% of Leva Out of Circulation

The Bulgarian National Bank reported that by March 27, 2026, the transition from the lev to the euro is progressing in line with the established legal framework and previously approved operational plans. Data from the central bank shows that approximately 2.9 billion leva in banknotes and coins rem»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Qatar participates in IMO FAL 50 meetings

London: The State of Qatar, represented by the Qatar Mission to the International Maritime Organization (IMO), took part in the meetings of the 50th Session of the IMO Facilitation Committee (FAL 50), held in London from March 23-27, 2026. Key topics discussed included adopting seamless procedures »»»

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BNE 1h

Turkey and Middle East states working to protect US-Iran talks from sabotage

Turkey and a number of Middle Eastern countries are preparing measures to protect the US-Iran negotiating process against “attempts to derail it”, a Turkish diplomatic source has told RIA Novosti. "The Turkish side, togeth»»»

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BNE 1h

Turkey and Middle East states working to protect US-Iran talks from sabotage

Turkey and a number of Middle Eastern countries are preparing measures to protect the US-Iran negotiating process against “attempts to derail it”, a Turkish diplomatic source has told RIA Novosti. "The Turkish side, togeth»»»

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BNE 1h

Turkey and Middle East states working to protect US-Iran talks from sabotage

Turkey and a number of Middle Eastern countries are preparing measures to protect the US-Iran negotiating process against “attempts to derail it”, a Turkish diplomatic source has told RIA Novosti. "The Turkish side, togeth»»»

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BNE 1h

Turkey and Middle East states working to protect US-Iran talks from sabotage

Turkey and a number of Middle Eastern countries are preparing measures to protect the US-Iran negotiating process against “attempts to derail it”, a Turkish diplomatic source has told RIA Novosti. "The Turkish side, togeth»»»

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BNE 1h

Turkey and Middle East states working to protect US-Iran talks from sabotage

Turkey and a number of Middle Eastern countries are preparing measures to protect the US-Iran negotiating process against “attempts to derail it”, a Turkish diplomatic source has told RIA Novosti. "The Turkish side, togeth»»»

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BNE 1h

Russians’ trust in Putin falls to lowest level since Ukraine invasion

Trust in Russian President Vladimir Putin has fallen to its lowest level since before the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, as economic pressures and prolonged war fatigue weigh on public sentiment, according to new VTsIOM survey reported by Bloomberg on March 27. »»»

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BNE 1h

Russians’ trust in Putin falls to lowest level since Ukraine invasion

Trust in Russian President Vladimir Putin has fallen to its lowest level since before the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, as economic pressures and prolonged war fatigue weigh on public sentiment, according to new VTsIOM survey reported by Bloomberg on March 27. »»»

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BNE 1h

Turkey and Middle East states working to protect US-Iran talks from sabotage

Turkey and a number of Middle Eastern countries are preparing measures to protect the US-Iran negotiating process against “attempts to derail it”, a Turkish diplomatic source has told RIA Novosti. "The Turkish side, togeth»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 1h

Replacing Election Commissioners to Be as Limited as Possible, CEC Spokesperson Says

The possibility of replacements of election commissioners will be limited as much as possible, Central Election Commission (CEC) spokesperson Rositsa Mateva told the Bulgarian National Radio on Sunday. She pointed out that the election commissioners have already been appointed, with the deadline ha»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Hot Wheels Speed City brings high-energy family experience to Katara

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Calendar has announced Hot Wheels Speed City, a new family-focused activation set to take place in Katara South Parking from March 30 to May 2, 2026. Designed as an immersive Hot Wheels world, the thirty-four-day experience will invite families to go-karting and play across a ser»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

The Sea Beneath Arctic and Antarctic Ice Holds Many Secrets. These Scientists Dive Deep to Find Out

As bubbles rippled across the frigid Finnish lake, diver Daan Jacobs emerged from a hole carved out of the thick, crackling ice. The journey had taken him 8 meters (26 feet) beneath the surface, where sunlight filtered through the Arctic ice and fish swam around a rock formation. It's a remote plac»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

China Conducts Patrol Around Disputed South China Sea Shoal

China conducted naval, air and coast guard patrols around the Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea on Sunday, its military and Coast Guard said. The shoal is in the Philippines' exclusive economic zone but China also claims it ‌as part ‌of its territory. The ‌patrols came ⁠after Beijing and ⁠Ma»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Pakistan hosts Saudi, Turkiye, Egypt for talks on Mideast war

Islamabad, Pakistan: Foreign ministers from Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Turkiye were expected to meet on Sunday for talks on the war in the Middle East, with Islamabad acting as a go-between between the United States and Iran. The four-way meeting between the top diplomats of the Muslim natio»»»

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Gulf News 2h

PIA touches down in London after six-year hiatus

Dubai: After a six-year pause, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) returned to London skies on Sunday, signalling a major milestone in UK-Pakistan air travel. Flight PK-785 departed Islamabad International Airport at 1:19pm (PST), kicking off a service that will operate three weekly flights from »»»

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Gulf News 2h

Yemen’s Houthi militants raise Red Sea trade risks amid Hormuz strain

Dubai: After holding fire for nearly a month, Yemen’s Houthi militants have entered the widening US-Iran war — launching missiles toward Israel in a move that could open a dangerous new front and threaten global trade routes. The Iran-aligned group, which controls Yemen’s capital Sanaa and large pa»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

High Hopes at China's Gateway to North Korea as Trains Resume

Now retired, Wang Meili wants to see the world -- including North Korea, the reclusive nation that lies across the river from her lifelong home in northeastern China. North Korea has long kept tight control over foreign visitors, and effectively sealed its borders at the start of the Covid-19 pande»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

Former Algerian President Liamine Zeroual Dies

Algeria announced three days of national mourning on Sunday after the death of 84-year-old Liamine Zeroual, the former soldier who served as the country's president from 1994 to 1999. Born on July 3, 1941 in the eastern city of Batna, Zeroual served in Algeria's National Liberation Army (FLN), whic»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

Victory and Defeat Scenarios for Iran’s Proxies in Lebanon and Iraq

The future of Iran’s regional allies, particularly Hezbollah in Lebanon and armed factions in Iraq, is increasingly uncertain as a widening conflict reshapes the Middle East and tests the limits of Tehran’s long-standing proxy strategy. Lebanese politician Michel Chiha once outlined a vision of Leb»»»

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Kathimerini 2h

Clashes in Exarchia lead to 114 arrests in Athens

Clashes erupted early Sunday in Athens’ Exarchia district between riot police and masked individuals. Around 4 a.m., a group of about 30 people threw stones and bottles at a police unit and set fire to trash bins at the intersection of Tzavela and Emmanouil Benaki streets. The protesters later ente»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

World's first hepatitis D monoclonal antibody drug administered in Beijing

Beijing:The world's first prescription for a groundbreaking monoclonal antibody treatment for the hepatitis D virus has been issued recently at a Beijing hospital, marking a milestone in global viral hepatitis care, Science and Technology Daily reported. Developed by a team from Tsinghua University»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Venezuela's Maduro thanks supporters in first online post from US prison

Caracas: Ousted Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro and his wife, captured by US forces in a nighttime raid in January, said Saturday that they feel "steadfast" and "serene" in their first social media post from prison. Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores have been held in a Brooklyn jail for almost t»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Royal Navy drone 'mothership' set for Hormuz naval mine hunting — robots to take over dangerous work

Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) Lyme Bay will act as a floating command hub for uncrewed underwater drones and surface boats capable of detecting, identifying, and neutralising sea mines UK's "Hybrid Navy" strategy blends crewed ships with autonomous platforms for greater flexibility and safety. The Ro»»»

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Sputnik 2h

Russian Armed Forces Liberated Kovsharovka Settlement in Kharkov Region

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The Russian units of the Zapad battlegroup have liberated the settlement of Kovsharovka in the Kharkov region, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Sunday. "As a result of decisive actions by units of the Zapad battlegroup, the settlement of Kovsharovka in the Kharkov region was »»»

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Gulf News 2h

UAE stands resilient one month after more than 2,000 Iranian missile and drone attacks

One month after the launch of Iran’s aggressive missile and drone attacks against the United Arab Emirates and several Gulf states—beginning on February 28, 2026—targeting both civilian and military infrastructure in the UAE as part of a broader regional escalation that included strikes on ports an»»»

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Libya Herald 2h

LBC establishes the Libyan Moroccan Business Council

SZ-29/03/26 The Libyan Business Council (LBC) announced last week that its chairman had issued an official decision last Thursday (26 March) to establish the joint Libyan Moroccan Business Council. The LBC said the move aims to strengthen professional communication channels and stimulate trade betw»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Nepal's former energy minister arrested in money laundering probe

Kathmandu, Nepal: Nepal's former energy minister Deepak Khadka was arrested on Sunday as part of an investigation into money laundering, police said. The announcement came a day after ex-prime minister KP Sharma Oli and former home minister Ramesh Lekhak were arrested over their alleged roles in a »»»

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Qatar Tribune 2h

Ukrainian president leaves Doha

DOHA: President of Ukraine HE Volodymyr Zelensky left Doha on Sunday morning, after a working visit to the country. The president and the accompanying delegation were seen off upon departure from Doha International Airport by Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE Dr Mohammed bin A»»»

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Al Manar 2h

Lebanese Media Bids Farewell to Martyred Journalists Ali Shoeib, Fatima Ftouni - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Lebanese Media Bids Farewell to Martyred Journalists Ali Shoeib, Fatima Ftouni 29-03-2026 13:02 PM Al-Manar correspondent Ali Shoeib and Al»»»

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Al Awsat 3h

Seven Injured, Man Arrested after Car Hits Pedestrians in UK

British police said on Sunday seven people had suffered "serious but not life-threatening injuries" after a car was driven into pedestrians in a central England city, with one man arrested. Officers arrested the man in his 30s shortly after the incident in Derby, located about 40 miles (64 kilomete»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 3h

Five Political Forces to Enter Next Parliament, One on Threshold, Alpha Research Survey Shows

At present, five formations are certain to enter the next parliament and one is on the threshold, Boriana Dimitrova, head of Alpha Research’s social, political and electoral studies, said while presenting the results of a nationally representative survey of the adult population, financed by the Bul»»»

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France24 3h

Football fever comes to New York with unveiling of France's World Cup jersey

The French Consulate in New York unveiled France's 2026 World Cup kits on Friday, featuring the mint-green away jersey, dubbed "Liberté", in tribute to the Statue of Liberty. The design symbolises the friendship between France and the US.  Football fever»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

QSE index opens lower

Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) general index declined by 66.37 points, or 0.65%, to 10,093 points at the start of trading on Sunday, compared to the previous session's close, under pressure from four sectors. The market was weighed down by Banks and Financial Services, which fell 0.51%»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

Ukrainian President leaves Doha

Doha, Qatar: President of Ukraine HE Volodymyr Zelenskyy left Doha on Sunday morning, March 29, 2026, after a working visit to the country. His Excellency and the accompanying delegation were seen off upon departure from Doha International Airport by Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Aff»»»

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France24 3h

Houthi attacks on Israel open new front in Mideast war, threaten Red Sea shipping

Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels have entered the escalating war in the Middle East, claiming two missile launches at Israel. Their involvement in the month-long conflict could further hurt global shipping should they again target vessels in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait off the Red Sea, a narrow »»»

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France24 3h

Three Lebanese journalists killed in strikes

Israel said early Sunday that one of its soldiers had been killed during clashes with Iran-backed Hezbollah in southern Lebanon.The announcement follows an Israeli airstrike on Saturday that killed three journalists, including a veteran correspondent for Hezbollah’s television network. A subsequent»»»

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Al Awsat 3h

Lebanon Kids Struggle to Keep Up Studies as War Slams School Doors Shut

In a classroom turned shelter for displaced families, teenager Ahmad Melhem follows a recorded lesson on a tablet as the war between Hezbollah and Israel interrupts education for hundreds of thousands of students in Lebanon. "I don't want to regret not finishing my studies despite the difficult cir»»»

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