Middle East 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 work»»»
The EU never learns – except for the wrong lessons
Some observers of the current EU ‘elites’, including this author, used to believe that their defining feature – apart from things such as complicity in genocide and wars of aggression with Israel and the US, bigoted xenophobia about Russia and China, and, of course, pervasive corruption – was an ab»»»
How war in Iran is impacting Armenia and Azerbaijan
The launch of US-Israeli airstrikes against Iran on 28 February led to a response by the Islamic Republic that has drawn in more than a dozen countries. Less than a week into the conflict, Azerbaijan became one of them. Iran and Azerbaijan share a border, and Azerbaijan has good relations with the »»»
Iranian Official Says Kharg Oil Exports 'Normal', after US Strikes
Oil export operations from Iran's Kharg island in the Gulf were proceeding as normal Saturday after US strikes on the crude export hub which caused no casualties, a regional official said. Activities of oil companies "at this export terminal are continuing as normal", said Ehsan Jahaniyan, deputy g»»»
Trump Seeks to Close $1.6 trillion Revenue Gap with Raft of New Tariffs
The Trump administration this week stepped up its ambitious effort to replace about $1.6 trillion in lost tariff revenue that was eliminated by the Supreme Court's decision to strike down a range of the president's import taxes. Recovering that lost revenue, which the White House was counting on to»»»
Son of Ousted Shah Says Ready for Iran Transition 'Under My Leadership'
The exiled son of Iran's last shah who was ousted by the 1979 revolution said on Saturday he was ready to lead a transition "as soon as the Islamic Republic falls". In a message on his social media channels, US-based Reza Pahlavi said he had already been working to select individuals both inside an»»»
Middle East turmoil revives Norway push for Arctic drilling
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 work towa»»»
Flight cancelled? Here’s what OFWs travelling to the Middle East should do
Dubai: Overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) travel regularly between the Philippines and the Middle East to return to their jobs. However, flight cancellations can disrupt these journeys, especially during unprecedented circumstances. According to flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL), these cancellat»»»
She spent 16 hours on Instagram in a day. It's up to a jury to decide if Meta is to blame
Kaley would look at Instagram until she fell asleep. She would wake up in the middle of the night to check her notifications. She would open the app as soon as she woke up. One day, she spent 16 hours on Instagram. "I stopped engaging with my family because I was spending all my time on social medi»»»
Why has the US targeted Iran's Kharg Island?
Donald Trump has said the US military has bombed a small island off the coast of Iran - home to a major oil terminal that is considered the country's economic lifeline. The US president said Kharg Island's military facilities were "totally obliterated" but that it had held off targeting its oil inf»»»
Bulgaria in Strong Position on Gas and Oil Supplies, Says Foreign Minister
Bulgaria is in a better position compared with other European countries regarding gas and oil supplies, as it relies far less on petroleum products through the Strait of Hormuz, with the main deliveries coming via the Black Sea, said caretaker Foreign Minister Nadezhda Neynsky on Darik Radio, comme»»»
Axios: Israel plans major incursion, Boulos tasked with Lebanon-Israel talks file
Israel is planning to significantly expand its ground operation in Lebanon, aiming to seize the entire area south of the Litani River and dismantle Hezbollah's military infrastructure, Israeli and U.S. officials told U.S. news portal Axios. This could be the largest Israeli ground invasion of Leban»»»
Iran, US threaten attacks on oil facilities
Iran threatened Saturday to reduce U.S.-linked oil facilities to "a pile of ashes" as the two-week-old Middle East war spilled over into a global oil price crisis. Iranian armed forces issued the warning after U.S. President Donald Trump said he may decide to "wipe out" Iran's largest oil export hu»»»
White House Advisor Calls for Exit of Iran War: Continued Escalation “Could Be Catastrophic” - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe White House Advisor Calls for Exit of Iran War: Continued Escalation “Could Be Catastrophic” 14-03-2026 12:38 PM David Sacks, US president'»»»
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»»»
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»»»
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 »»»
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»»»
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»»»
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»»»
S&P: Saudi Arabia’s Robust Economy Guarantees its Ability to Withstand Regional Conflict
Credit ratings agency S&P Global affirmed Saudi Arabia’s sovereign credit rating at “A+/A-1,” with a “stable outlook” on Friday. The agency said that the Kingdom was well-positioned to withstand the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. S&P stated in a press release that “the outlook reflects the Ki»»»
Temporary precautionary evacuation measures apply only to residents in specified areas: Interior ministry
DOHA: The Ministry of Interior clarified that the temporary precautionary evacuation measures, previously announced, apply only to residents in the specified areas who received notifications through the National Alert System. In a post on the X platform, the ministry added that safe alternative acc»»»
South Korea says North fires around 10 ballistic missiles
North Korea fired about 10 unidentified ballistic missiles toward the sea of Japan Saturday, Seoul's Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) said, days after Pyongyang warned of "terrible consequences" over South Korea-US military drills. Pyongyang recently dashed hopes of a diplomatic thaw with South Korea, W»»»
Ongoing Strikes in Iraq Expose Political, Security Divisions
Strikes targeting armed groups in Iraq are continuing amid the US-Israel war on Iran, piling pressure on decision-makers in Baghdad to maintain a unified stance even as factions declare their participation in the fighting alongside Tehran. Over the past two weeks, the Iraqi government has repeatedl»»»
Rescuers blame weather and 'underprepared skiers' for rise in Alps avalanche deaths
From the vantage point of our helicopter above the Alps, you can make out scars and dimples from recent avalanches. More than 100 people have died across the mountains this season so far, according to the European Avalanche Warning Services – a ballpark figure not seen for eight years. As our pilot»»»
US Faces Harsh Retaliation If It Tries to Kill Iran's New Supreme Leader
MOSCOW, (Sputnik) - The United States will face severe retaliation if it tries to kill Iran's new Supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei, Iranian Ambassador to Russia Kazem Jalali told Sputnik. When asked what Iran's response would be if the US and Israel attempted to assassinate Iran's new Supreme Leader»»»
ING: Asia’s outlook under higher oil prices
Heavy dependence on Middle Eastern oil leaves Asia vulnerable to sustained supply shocks. While inflation risks remain largely manageable at the moment given a low starting point, higher import bills will result in weaker trade balances with some currencies like PHP, THB, INR and KRW more vulnerabl»»»
ING: Asia’s outlook under higher oil prices
Heavy dependence on Middle Eastern oil leaves Asia vulnerable to sustained supply shocks. While inflation risks remain largely manageable at the moment given a low starting point, higher import bills will result in weaker trade balances with some currencies like PHP, THB, INR and KRW more vulnerabl»»»
As the US shifts THAAD assets from South Korea, Taiwan watches and waits
The US is relocating parts of a missile defence system installed in South Korea to the Middle East, according to officials cited by the Washington Post and South Korean media. The reported move comes almost two weeks into »»»
ING: Asia’s outlook under higher oil prices
Heavy dependence on Middle Eastern oil leaves Asia vulnerable to sustained supply shocks. While inflation risks remain largely manageable at the moment given a low starting point, higher import bills will result in weaker trade balances with some currencies like PHP, THB, INR and KRW more vulnerabl»»»
ING: Asia’s outlook under higher oil prices
Heavy dependence on Middle Eastern oil leaves Asia vulnerable to sustained supply shocks. While inflation risks remain largely manageable at the moment given a low starting point, higher import bills will result in weaker trade balances with some currencies like PHP, THB, INR and KRW more vulnerabl»»»
As the US shifts THAAD assets from South Korea, Taiwan watches and waits
The US is relocating parts of a missile defence system installed in South Korea to the Middle East, according to officials cited by the Washington Post and South Korean media. The reported move comes almost two weeks into »»»
ING: Asia’s outlook under higher oil prices
Heavy dependence on Middle Eastern oil leaves Asia vulnerable to sustained supply shocks. While inflation risks remain largely manageable at the moment given a low starting point, higher import bills will result in weaker trade balances with some currencies like PHP, THB, INR and KRW more vulnerabl»»»
ING: Asia’s outlook under higher oil prices
Heavy dependence on Middle Eastern oil leaves Asia vulnerable to sustained supply shocks. While inflation risks remain largely manageable at the moment given a low starting point, higher import bills will result in weaker trade balances with some currencies like PHP, THB, INR and KRW more vulnerabl»»»
ING: Asia’s outlook under higher oil prices
Heavy dependence on Middle Eastern oil leaves Asia vulnerable to sustained supply shocks. While inflation risks remain largely manageable at the moment given a low starting point, higher import bills will result in weaker trade balances with some currencies like PHP, THB, INR and KRW more vulnerabl»»»
ING: Asia’s outlook under higher oil prices
Heavy dependence on Middle Eastern oil leaves Asia vulnerable to sustained supply shocks. While inflation risks remain largely manageable at the moment given a low starting point, higher import bills will result in weaker trade balances with some currencies like PHP, THB, INR and KRW more vulnerabl»»»
ING: Asia’s outlook under higher oil prices
Heavy dependence on Middle Eastern oil leaves Asia vulnerable to sustained supply shocks. While inflation risks remain largely manageable at the moment given a low starting point, higher import bills will result in weaker trade balances with some currencies like PHP, THB, INR and KRW more vulnerabl»»»
ING: Asia’s outlook under higher oil prices
Heavy dependence on Middle Eastern oil leaves Asia vulnerable to sustained supply shocks. While inflation risks remain largely manageable at the moment given a low starting point, higher import bills will result in weaker trade balances with some currencies like PHP, THB, INR and KRW more vulnerabl»»»
ING: Asia’s outlook under higher oil prices
Heavy dependence on Middle Eastern oil leaves Asia vulnerable to sustained supply shocks. While inflation risks remain largely manageable at the moment given a low starting point, higher import bills will result in weaker trade balances with some currencies like PHP, THB, INR and KRW more vulnerabl»»»
ING: Asia’s outlook under higher oil prices
Heavy dependence on Middle Eastern oil leaves Asia vulnerable to sustained supply shocks. While inflation risks remain largely manageable at the moment given a low starting point, higher import bills will result in weaker trade balances with some currencies like PHP, THB, INR and KRW more vulnerabl»»»
ING: Asia’s outlook under higher oil prices
Heavy dependence on Middle Eastern oil leaves Asia vulnerable to sustained supply shocks. While inflation risks remain largely manageable at the moment given a low starting point, higher import bills will result in weaker trade balances with some currencies like PHP, THB, INR and KRW more vulnerabl»»»
As the US shifts THAAD assets from South Korea, Taiwan watches and waits
The US is relocating parts of a missile defence system installed in South Korea to the Middle East, according to officials cited by the Washington Post and South Korean media. The reported move comes almost two weeks into »»»
ING: Asia’s outlook under higher oil prices
Heavy dependence on Middle Eastern oil leaves Asia vulnerable to sustained supply shocks. While inflation risks remain largely manageable at the moment given a low starting point, higher import bills will result in weaker trade balances with some currencies like PHP, THB, INR and KRW more vulnerabl»»»
ING: Asia’s outlook under higher oil prices
Heavy dependence on Middle Eastern oil leaves Asia vulnerable to sustained supply shocks. While inflation risks remain largely manageable at the moment given a low starting point, higher import bills will result in weaker trade balances with some currencies like PHP, THB, INR and KRW more vulnerabl»»»
India negotiates with Iran for safe passage of fuel carriers
India is feeling the bite of the global energy crunch after the ongoing war in the Strait of Hormuz and the wider West Asia region has made it risky for cargo ships to transit through the region without getting hit by Iranian weapons. »»»
ING: Asia’s outlook under higher oil prices
Heavy dependence on Middle Eastern oil leaves Asia vulnerable to sustained supply shocks. While inflation risks remain largely manageable at the moment given a low starting point, higher import bills will result in weaker trade balances with some currencies like PHP, THB, INR and KRW more vulnerabl»»»
ING: Asia’s outlook under higher oil prices
Heavy dependence on Middle Eastern oil leaves Asia vulnerable to sustained supply shocks. While inflation risks remain largely manageable at the moment given a low starting point, higher import bills will result in weaker trade balances with some currencies like PHP, THB, INR and KRW more vulnerabl»»»
As the US shifts THAAD assets from South Korea, Taiwan watches and waits
The US is relocating parts of a missile defence system installed in South Korea to the Middle East, according to officials cited by the Washington Post and South Korean media. The reported move comes almost two weeks into »»»