Oil Surges 30% Past $115 as IMF Warns of Economic Fallout - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Oil Surges 30% Past $115 as IMF Warns of Economic Fallout 09-03-2026 13:54 PM Oil prices skyrocketed by 30% on Monday, surpassing $115 per »»»
Kurdish Rebels Say Ready to Resist Iran, Await Uprising
From their hideouts in the Iraqi mountains near Iran, leftist Kurdish rebels say they are ready to fight the country, but hope for an uprising before they intervene, with or without US support. After saying that he would be "all for" a Kurdish offensive on Iran, US President Donald Trump appeared t»»»
Foreign Ministry Assists 2,600 Bulgarians to Leave Middle East Countries, Iran
According to data from the Situation Centre of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, assistance has been provided and continues to be provided to more than 2,600 Bulgarian citizens who have left countries in the Middle East region and Iran, the Ministry said here on Monday. The figures are as of 9:30 a.»»»
Saudi Ports: A Lifeline for Global Trade in an Era of Turbulence
Amid rising geopolitical tensions in the Arabian Gulf and disruptions to vital shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz, Saudi Arabia’s ports have emerged as an alternative artery, not only for the region but for global trade. Designed with advanced infrastructure and high operational capacity,»»»
Iran War’s Effects Already a Reality in Europe, Says EU Chief
The ripples from war in the Middle East are already being felt in Europe, with rising energy prices and NATO allies targeted, EU chief Ursula von der Leyen said Monday. Oil prices soared Monday peaking just short of $120 a barrel as the US-Israeli war against Iran continued into a second week, with»»»
Pelicot joins Paris march as rallies across world mark International Women's Day
Gisèle Pelicot joined tens of thousands of protesters in the French capital on Sunday as women across the world marked International Women's Day with rallies for equal rights, female empowerment and an end to gender-based discrimination. Many events also denounced the war in the Middle East sparked»»»
Inside Emirati filmmaker Nayla Al Khaja’s refreshingly simple Iftar at home: 'I married twice, had my twins at 42'
Dubai: “We don’t eat a lot while ending our fast during Ramadan,” says Emirati filmmaker Nayla Al Khaja, reaching for a single date and a glass of water on her table. “You start with something small and then you go pray. After that, we come back for the main meal.” It is a moment of quiet simplicit»»»
Iran’s Choice of Mojtaba Khamenei Appears to Close Path to Swift End to War
Iran named Mojtaba Khamenei to succeed his slain father as supreme leader on Monday, signaling that hardliners remain firmly in charge and appearing to close off any path to a swift end to war in the Middle East. The prospect that the disruption to global energy supplies - already one of the most s»»»
IMF warns oil price spikes could slow global growth and drive inflation
A 10% increase in oil prices over the course of a year could raise global inflation by around 40 basis points and reduce global economic growth by between 0.1% and 0.2%, according to Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), cited by Agerpres. Georgieva prese»»»
Israel fired white phosphorus at residential areas in Yohmor, report says
The human rights group Human Rights Watch said in a report Monday that the Israeli military "unlawfully" hit a village in southern Lebanon with shells containing white phosphorus, a controversial incendiary munition. Through geolocating and verifying seven images, Human Rights Watch said Israel fir»»»
Oil prices spike near $120 a barrel as Iran war impedes production and shipping
Oil prices spiked near $120 per barrel before falling back Monday as the Iran war intensified, threatening production and shipping in the Middle East and pummeling financial markets. The price for a barrel of Brent crude, the international standard, surged to $119.50 per barrel early in the day but»»»
Media Review: March 9
The topic of rising fuel prices on the international market dominates Monday's news media, with dailies and online media reporting various crude oil prices, ranging from USD 90 to over USD 120 per barrel. ECONOMY 24 Chasa’s front-page story is about the effect of the war in the Middle East on price»»»
Oil prices surge as markets react to escalating conflict
Dubai: Oil prices surged above $100 a barrel after a halt in tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz began choking global supplies, pushing energy markets into one of their sharpest rallies in years. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Brent crude climbed about 11% to »»»
How Belgian bureaucracy shattered one Rwandan genocide survivor’s life after botched deportation
EU interior ministers meeting in Brussels last week weighed up new ways to boost deportations from the bloc and encourage migrants to return home voluntarily. Nicholas Ioannides, representing the Cypriot EU presidency, described such voluntary returns as “humane, dignified, and cost-effective.” Yet»»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock to dampen eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock to dampen eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock to dampen eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock to dampen eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock to dampen eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock to dampen eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock to dampen eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock to dampen eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock to dampen eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock to dampen eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock to dampen eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock to dampen eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»
Laporta stopped Messi Barca return to avoid power struggle: Xavi
Barcelona: Former Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez said the club's president Joan Laporta scuppered the return of all-time great Lionel Messi in 2023 to avoid a power struggle. The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner left Barca for Paris Saint-Germain in 2021 and then two years later moved to MLS side Inte»»»
Japan to Deploy Counter-Strike Missiles Closer to China
Japan will deploy a batch of long-range, counter-strike missiles in a southwest region near China by the end of March, officials said Monday. The Ground Self-Defense Force plans to position its Type 12 surface-to-ship missiles, with a reported range of 1,000 kilometers (620 miles), in Kumamoto, Kyu»»»
Filipinos race to fill tanks ahead of petrol price jump
Manila: Queues formed at Philippine petrol stations and officials warned against hoarding Monday as residents raced to fill their tanks ahead of an expected surge in prices driven by the tensions in Middle East. The ongoing conflict has disrupted shipping and damaged oil and gas facilities in the r»»»
Tehran Threatens to Confiscate Property of Iranians Abroad Who Back Attacks on Iran
Iranians living abroad could have property confiscated and face other legal penalties if they express support for the United States and Israel, the Iranian prosecutor general's office said on Monday. Some members of the Iranian diaspora who want political change in Tehran took to the streets of Eu»»»
Iran War Sends Shockwaves Through African Fuel Market and Economies
Surging oil prices triggered by the war with Iran are rippling across African economies, threatening higher fuel costs, rising inflation and renewed pressure on currencies across the continent. Africa imports most of the petroleum products it consumes, leaving many economies highly vulnerable to su»»»
Israel fires white phosphorus at residential areas in Yohmor
The human rights group Human Rights Watch said in a report Monday that the Israeli military "unlawfully" hit a village in southern Lebanon with shells containing white phosphorus, a controversial incendiary munition. Through geolocating and verifying seven images, Human Rights Watch said Israel fir»»»
Oil at $106.5 could force Philippine rates rise: BSP chief
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) may be compelled to raise interest rates now that global oil prices surged more than $100 per barrel, as higher energy costs could push inflation beyond the central bank’s target range. BSP Governor Eli Remolona Jr. said escalating tensions in the Middle East h»»»
General Directorate of Traffic seizes 39 vehicles for noise violations
DOHA: The Ministry of Interior, represented by the General Directorate of Traffic, has seized 39 violating vehicles that were emitting loud and disturbing noises while driving on the roads. Their drivers were apprehended and referred to the competent authorities in accordance with the procedures fo»»»
'I can sense the stress': An expat’s story of returning home to UAE after flight cancellations and delays
Difficult times make you grateful for strange things. A month ago, I wouldn’t have heaved so many sighs of relief on holding a boarding pass. It’s a boarding pass that tells you that you’re going home or you’re going on vacation, either way it’s a piece of paper that you will probably forget about »»»
US–Israel War Against Iran: Latest Updates
On Sunday, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, the elite unit of the Iranian Armed Forces, pledged allegiance to the country's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei and expressed readiness to follow his instructions. Iran's Assembly of Experts has chosen Mojtaba Khamenei to replace his late father»»»
U.S., South Korea launch Freedom Shield drills amid widening Iran conflict - UPI.com
A UH-60 Blackhawk helicopter takes off from Camp Humphreys in Pyeongtaek on Monday as the United States and South Korea kick off their Freedom Shield joint military exercise. Photo by Yonhap SEOUL, March 9 (UPI) -- The United States and South Korea began their annual Freedom Shield joint military e»»»
Bulgarian Politics: Vassilev Signals Possible Partnership with Radev to Push Judicial Reform
Asen Vassilev, leader of We Continue the Change (WCC), did not rule out a potential partnership with Rumen Radev’s political formation to advance judicial reform and elect a new Supreme Judicial Council. Addressing questions about possible coalition partners in the next parliament, Vassilev emphasi»»»
Bulgarian Posts Employees Protest Nationwide for Higher Wages
Employees of Bulgarian Posts who are members of the Communications Federation at the Confederation of Independent Trade Unions in Bulgaria (CITUB) staged a nationwide protest on Monday, the union's press centre said. According to the statement, at 7:30 a.m., when their working day begins, employees»»»
Israel fires white phosphorus at residential areas in Yohmor
The human rights group Human Rights Watch said in a report Monday that the Israeli military "unlawfully" hit a village in southern Lebanon with shells containing white phosphorus, a controversial incendiary munition. Through geolocating and verifying seven images, Human Rights Watch said Israel fir»»»
World Shares Tumble as Iran War Pushes Crude Prices Over $110 a Barrel
Japan’s benchmark Nikkei 225 index plunged more than 5% and other Asian markets also tumbled Monday after oil prices soared to nearly $120 a barrel, casting a shadow over economies heavily dependent on imported crude and gas from the region. The futures for the S&P 500, Nasdaq composite index and t»»»
Oil price spike at over $100 per barrel as market faces possibly worst crisis in history
Oil prices surged to over $100 per barrel in early trading on March 9, as the Iranian blockade of the Strait of Hormuz for nearly a week now has led to production shut-ins across the Gulf as storage space for unexported oil runs out. »»»
Oil price spike at over $100 per barrel as market faces possibly worst crisis in history
Oil prices surged to over $100 per barrel in early trading on March 9, as the Iranian blockade of the Strait of Hormuz for nearly a week now has led to production shut-ins across the Gulf as storage space for unexported oil runs out. »»»
Oil price spike at over $100 per barrel as market faces possibly worst crisis in history
Oil prices surged to over $100 per barrel in early trading on March 9, as the Iranian blockade of the Strait of Hormuz for nearly a week now has led to production shut-ins across the Gulf as storage space for unexported oil runs out. »»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»
Oil price spike at over $100 per barrel as market faces possibly worst crisis in history
Oil prices surged to over $100 per barrel in early trading on March 9, as the Iranian blockade of the Strait of Hormuz for nearly a week now has led to production shut-ins across the Gulf as storage space for unexported oil runs out. »»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»
Oil price spike at over $100 per barrel as market faces possibly worst crisis in history
Oil prices surged to over $100 per barrel in early trading on March 9, as the Iranian blockade of the Strait of Hormuz for nearly a week now has led to production shut-ins across the Gulf as storage space for unexported oil runs out. »»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»