France24 4m

European leaders seek breakthrough on €90 billion Ukraine loan blocked by Viktor Orban

Leaders from the European Union will gather in Brussels on Thursday aiming to unlock a €90 billion loan for Ukraine, with the funding stalled by a dispute between Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky over damage to a key Russian oil pipeline. EU leaders c»»»

france24.com
Al Awsat 4m

West Bank Death Toll Rises to Four after Iran Missile Fire

A pregnant Palestinian woman died on Thursday in the occupied West Bank from shrapnel wounds sustained after an Iranian missile attack, bringing the death toll from the incident to four, the Ramallah-based health ministry said. Asil Samir Masalmeh, 32, who was six months pregnant, died after missil»»»

english.aawsat.com
BBC 6m

Why gas prices are soaring after Qatar attack

A major gas field in Qatar has been hit by missile attacks, causing "extensive damage", the country's state-run energy firm has said. The Iranian strikes follow reports that Israel hit a petrochemical complex in Iran. The attack on Qatar's Ras Laffan gas field has sent gas prices soaring. Ras Laffa»»»

bbc.com
Bulgarian News Agency 10m

Environment Minister Orders Measures to Mitigate Impact from Melting Snow

Caretaker Minister of Environment and Water Julian Popov sent a letter to the four heads of river basin directorates to order measures ensuring riverbeds flow capacity in the spring and mitigating the potential risk of flooding caused by the melting snow and rising river levels, the Ministry report»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 10m

TISP Floor Leader Says Regular Government Ensured Stability, Criticizes Caretaker Cabinet

Addressing Parliament Thursday in a declaration on behalf of There Is Such a People (TISP), Floor Leader Toshko Yordanov said that during regular governance, there was stability and normal development, despite any shortcomings. He argued that the regular government was brought down not for failing »»»

bta.bg
24 News Agency 12m

Interruptions in payments via ELQR system registered again in Kyrgyzstan - | 24.KG

On March 19, users of banking apps again began complaining about payments being processed incorrectly through the ELQR system. Users reported delays in payments, scanned QR codes not displaying, and in some cases, apps not opening at all. According to Interbank Processing Center (IPC), temporary di»»»

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24 News Agency 12m

Particularly dangerous criminal wanted by Interpol detained in Kyrgyzstan - | 24.KG

The State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan (SCNS) detained a particularly dangerous criminal wanted internationally in the country. According to the state committee, B.S., a citizen of Uzbekistan, 41, has been detained. He was wanted and included in the Interpol National Central Bureau»»»

24.kg
Tanjug 12m

Dinar-to-euro exchange rate at RSD 117.4284

BELGRADE - The Serbian dinar's official median exchange rate against the euro is 117.4284 dinars for one euro on Thursday, which is a slight change relative to Wednesday, the National Bank of Serbia said. The dinar is steady against the euro m-o-m, down by 0.2 pct y-o-y and down by 0.1 pct relative»»»

tanjug.rs
Sputnik 13m

Russia Urges Parties to Iran Conflict to Avoid Attacks on Bushehr Nuclear Plant - Rosatom

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russia is urging all parties to the Iran conflict to prevent further strikes on the Bushehr nuclear power plant, Russian state nuclear corporation Rosatom CEO Alexey Likhachev said on Thursday. "We call on all parties involved in the conflict to prevent anything like this from ha»»»

sputniknews.com
Al Awsat 16m

Iran Reportedly Arrests 97 People Accused of Working with Israel

Iran's intelligence ministry has arrested 97 people for being "soldiers of Israel", state media reported on Thursday, in the latest round ⁠of a security sweep ⁠that has seen hundreds detained over alleged linked ⁠to Israel and the US since the start of the war. Earlier on Thursday, state media quot»»»

english.aawsat.com
Sana 17m

Europe gas prices jump 35% after strikes on Middle East energy sites

Brussel, March 19 (SANA) Gas prices in Europe rose by 35% on Thursday following strikes targeting energy infrastructure in the Middle East, including Qatar’s Ras Laffan Industrial City, a major center for liquefied natural gas production and export. According to market data cited by AFP, the benchm»»»

sana.sy
Gulf News 23m

South Pars strike marks major escalation in Iran war: What it is, why it matters

Dubai: An Israeli strike on Iran’s South Pars gas field has pushed the Middle East conflict into dangerous new territory, raising concerns over global energy supplies and regional escalation. But what exactly is South Pars, and why is it so critical? World’s largest gas reserveSouth Pars is part of»»»

gulfnews.com
Novinite 24m

Job Openings Stay Low in Bulgaria as EU Labor Market Shows Mixed Trends

Job vacancy levels across Europe showed limited movement at the end of 2025, with Bulgaria remaining among the countries with the lowest rates, according to Eurostat data. In the fourth quarter, the vacancy rate in the euro area edged up slightly to 2.2% from 2.1% in the previous quarter, although »»»

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BBC 26m

Japan PM to hold 'difficult' talks with Trump as Iran conflict looms large

Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is on her way to what she expects will be a "very difficult" meeting with US leader Donald Trump, days after his calls for allies to help secure the war-stricken Strait of Hormuz went largely unanswered. Takaichi told parliament hours before her departure that »»»

bbc.com
RT 29m

Israel’s condoning of settler violence could spell end for last Christian communities in West Bank – NGO chief

Unabated settler violence, along with Israel’s continued settlement policy, could spell doom for the remaining Christian communities in the Holy Land, Jason Jones, founder of the Vulnerable People Project, has told RT’s America First. Israel has allegedly approved the demolition of thousands of hom»»»

rt.com
RT 29m

RT crew injured in Israeli strike in Lebanon

RT correspondent Steve Sweeney and his cameraman have been injured in an Israeli strike in southern Lebanon. Sweeney said an Israeli aircraft fired a missile at their car as it crossed a bridge near a military base. Both are conscious and receiving medical aid at a local hospital. They said shrapne»»»

rt.com
Naharnet 30m

Report: French FM not carrying an instant initiative for ending war

French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot will not present any French initiative during his visit to Lebanon on Thursday, a diplomatic source said. Rather, he will share ideas with the Lebanese leaders, while reaffirming France's unwavering support for the Lebanese government, the source told Al-Ara»»»

France24 32m

Business - US seeks to curb soaring petrol prices

The Trump administration is taking steps to curb rising energy costs, as it continues to wage war in the Middle East. The US is easing sanctions on Venezuela, and suspending a century-old shipping law, in an effort to get more oil supplies into the global market. Meanwhile, oil prices continue to r»»»

france24.com
Business-review 33m

Poultry Investment accelerates its regional integrated development

Poultry Investment is consolidating its position in the local poultry industry, following investments in the vertical integration of its operations, production capacities, and the development of higher-value-added segments. The group operates in four counties in Transylvania and has a complete vert»»»

business-review.eu
Business-review 33m

BNPL payments are growing rapidly amid declining consumer spending

Evomag data indicates a clear shift in purchasing behavior, where payment flexibility is becoming a direct factor in the decision to buy. Currently, BNPL accounts for 6.4% of all evomag orders, and its growth rate has significantly outpaced that of other payment methods. In contrast to this segment»»»

business-review.eu
Business-review 33m

Former post office building in Zalău converted into Ramada by Wyndham hotel by Schneider Electric and Terabit

Schneider Electric and its partner Terabit are implementing a full building automation and management system at the new Ramada by Wyndham hotel in Zalău, a four-star project developed through the conversion of a former Poșta Română building. The solution integrates thermal control, ventilation, lig»»»

business-review.eu
Gulf News 33m

Eid amid ‘digital debris’: Why responsibility is the real celebration this year

Dubai: As the UAE prepares to welcome the first day of Eid Al Fitr this Friday, March 20, the familiar sense of joy and anticipation is unmistakable. Across the seven emirates, the rhythms of preparation are in full swing: malls are bustling with families seeking new clothes, homes are being scente»»»

gulfnews.com
BNE 39m

Finland’s President Alexander Stubb adds his voice to EU calls for Russian reengagement

Finland’s President Alexander Stubb has added his voice to the growing number of calls from EU members to reengage with Russia. An ardent Ukraine-supported, he said the EU may soon need to reopen political dialogue with »»»

intellinews.com
Al Awsat 41m

UK Wage Growth Slows to Weakest in 5 Years

British wages rose at their slowest pace since late 2020 in the three months to January, according to official data which also suggested a weakening in employment might have bottomed out before the start of the war in the Middle East. The figures would normally boost bets on the Bank of England cut»»»

english.aawsat.com
The Peninsula 47m

Civil Defence Council reviews air quality in Ras Laffan and Al Khor

Doha, Qatar: The Civil Defence Council reviewed reports from the competent authorities and confirms that air quality indicators in areas near Ras Laffan Industrial City, Al Dhakhira, and Al Khor remain within normal levels. This comes in the context of the Civil Defence Council's continuous oversig»»»

thepeninsulaqatar.com
Business-review 47m

Twin fiscal deficits: How much could Romania reduce its budget deficit if tax collection reached the EU average

An analysis by Alex Milcev, Partner and Head of the Tax and Legal Services Department, EY Romania While the government seeks solutions to reduce the budget deficit with an emphasis on tax hikes, more efficient tax collection would contribute significantly to reducing it, without the need for drasti»»»