MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Expensive energy is putting Europe's competitiveness at risk for years to come, Kirill Dmitriev, head of the Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF) and Russian special presidential envoy for economic cooperation with foreign countries, said on Saturday. Dmitriev commented on an ar»»»

Oil markets are in turmoil as prices spiked further on Saturday (March 7, 2026) following a sharp climb on Friday driven by escalating conflict in the Middle East. Live market data as of 8.35am GMT, West Texas Intermediate (WTI) Crude climbed to $92.62, up $2.18 from $92.62 from $90.72 on Friday, w»»»

A logistics center for storing fruits and vegetables was built in the village of Zhash-Lenin in Bazar-Korgon district of Jalal-Abad region. The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry announced. The warehouse was built on municipal land and completed in 2024 as part of the»»»

Hezbollah on Saturday said it confronted Israeli troops that infiltrated an east Lebanon town overnight, with Lebanese authorities reporting at least 16 killed in Israeli strikes on the area. In a statement, Hezbollah said its fighters had "observed the infiltration of four Israeli enemy army helic»»»

US President Donald Trump has ruled out making any sort of deal with Iran, demanding its “unconditional surrender” instead. Trump issued the demand in a social media post on Friday, as the continuing US-Israeli attack on Iran neared the end of its first week. “There will be no deal with Iran except»»»

After almost a week of the on-going war in the Gulf - its Gulf War 3 already as far as I am concerned. But one big take out for me is that Iran’s drone programme is actually proving much more effective than its nuclear programme. Relatively cheaply with $20,000 drones Iran has proven able to rock t»»»

After almost a week of the on-going war in the Gulf - its Gulf War 3 already as far as I am concerned. But one big take out for me is that Iran’s drone programme is actually proving much more effective than its nuclear programme. Relatively cheaply with $20,000 drones Iran has proven able to rock t»»»

After almost a week of the on-going war in the Gulf - its Gulf War 3 already as far as I am concerned. But one big take out for me is that Iran’s drone programme is actually proving much more effective than its nuclear programme. Relatively cheaply with $20,000 drones Iran has proven able to rock t»»»

After almost a week of the on-going war in the Gulf - its Gulf War 3 already as far as I am concerned. But one big take out for me is that Iran’s drone programme is actually proving much more effective than its nuclear programme. Relatively cheaply with $20,000 drones Iran has proven able to rock t»»»

After almost a week of the on-going war in the Gulf - its Gulf War 3 already as far as I am concerned. But one big take out for me is that Iran’s drone programme is actually proving much more effective than its nuclear programme. Relatively cheaply with $20,000 drones Iran has proven able to rock t»»»

After almost a week of the on-going war in the Gulf - its Gulf War 3 already as far as I am concerned. But one big take out for me is that Iran’s drone programme is actually proving much more effective than its nuclear programme. Relatively cheaply with $20,000 drones Iran has proven able to rock t»»»

After almost a week of the on-going war in the Gulf - its Gulf War 3 already as far as I am concerned. But one big take out for me is that Iran’s drone programme is actually proving much more effective than its nuclear programme. Relatively cheaply with $20,000 drones Iran has proven able to rock t»»»

After almost a week of the on-going war in the Gulf - its Gulf War 3 already as far as I am concerned. But one big take out for me is that Iran’s drone programme is actually proving much more effective than its nuclear programme. Relatively cheaply with $20,000 drones Iran has proven able to rock t»»»

After almost a week of the on-going war in the Gulf - its Gulf War 3 already as far as I am concerned. But one big take out for me is that Iran’s drone programme is actually proving much more effective than its nuclear programme. Relatively cheaply with $20,000 drones Iran has proven able to rock t»»»

After almost a week of the on-going war in the Gulf - its Gulf War 3 already as far as I am concerned. But one big take out for me is that Iran’s drone programme is actually proving much more effective than its nuclear programme. Relatively cheaply with $20,000 drones Iran has proven able to rock t»»»

After almost a week of the on-going war in the Gulf - its Gulf War 3 already as far as I am concerned. But one big take out for me is that Iran’s drone programme is actually proving much more effective than its nuclear programme. Relatively cheaply with $20,000 drones Iran has proven able to rock t»»»

After almost a week of the on-going war in the Gulf - its Gulf War 3 already as far as I am concerned. But one big take out for me is that Iran’s drone programme is actually proving much more effective than its nuclear programme. Relatively cheaply with $20,000 drones Iran has proven able to rock t»»»

Dubai: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Tehran would not capitulate to Israel or the United States despite a week of heavy strikes on Iranian territory. In a speech broadcast on state television, he declared that those hoping for the surrender of the Iranian people would “take that wish to »»»

Russian ‌President Vladimir Putin expressed his condolences to Iran's president over the numerous civilian casualties resulting from "the armed Israeli-American aggression against Iran" and called for an immediate halt to hostilities, the Kremlin said. In a phone call late on Friday with Iranian Pr»»»

Dubai, UAE: The Government of Dubai Media Office announced on Saturday that the competent authorities in the emirate dealt with a minor incident resulting from the fall of debris caused by the successful interception of an aerial threat by UAE's air defence systems, with no injuries reported. In a »»»

Dubai: Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) has ensured visitors in the emirate that the “situation in Dubai is stable, with public services continuing to operate.” “The safety and well-being of citizens, residents and visitors remains the UAE’s highest priority,” it said in a Saturday t»»»

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Saturday that his country would never surrender to Israel and the United States, as Middle East war entered its second week. Iran's enemies "must take their wish for the unconditional surrender of the Iranian people to their graves," Pezeshkian said, in a »»»

US President Donald Trump has expelled prominent conservative talk show host Tucker Carlson from his Make America Great Again (MAGA) movement, saying Carlson has “lost his way.” The breaking point between the two came over the US-Israeli attack on Iran, which Carlson has characterized as “absolutel»»»

On March 7, 1876, Alexander Graham Bell was granted a patent for the telephone. 1 of 7 | On March 7, 1876, Alexander Graham Bell was granted a patent for the telephone. File Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo March 7 (UPI) -- On this date in history: In 1876, Alexander Graham Bell was gran»»»

At least seven people including children have been killed and several others injured after a Russian airstrike hit an apartment block in Kharkiv, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky has said. Regional governor Oleg Synegubov said the missile damaged a five-storey residential building on Saturday»»»

Dubai: The trailer for Dhurandhar: The Revenge is finally out, and if first impressions are anything to go by, the upcoming action thriller led by Ranveer Singh (his hair still looks lush) looks far more intense than expected. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the film appears to lean heavily into a darker,»»»

Bulgarian Socialist Party (BSP) leader Krum Zarkov said that the lack of strong left-wing representation in the institutions is a loss not only for BSP, but for the entire Bulgarian people speaking on the Panorama programme of the Bulgarian National Television. According to him, socialists have the»»»

The price of oil surged higher and showed no signs of halting its rapid climb a week after the US and Israel launched major attacks on Iran that escalated into a war in the Middle East. The conflict, in which nearly every country in the Middle East has sustained damage from missiles or drone strike»»»

Tehran: Iran’s interim leadership council has approved yesterday that neighbouring countries will no longer be attacked unless an attack on the country originates from those countries, President Masoud Pezeshkian has said. In remarks carried out by Iranian media, the president also apologised to th»»»

Dubai International Airport (DXB) has temporarily suspended operations to ensure the safety of passengers, staff, and airline crews. Authorities are managing the situation in line with approved safety protocols, the Dubai Media Office confirmed. Impact on Emirates passengers Meanwhile, All Emirates»»»

The Confederation of Independent Trade Unions in Bulgaria (CITUB) has announced plans for a series of mass protests over budget-sector salaries, more than two months after the adoption of the extension budget, which included a 5% indexation. The union is calling for a 5% increase in basic monthly s»»»

Azerbaijan said ‌it had prevented several acts of "terrorist" sabotage planned by Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), including a plot to attack a major oil pipeline running through the South Caucasus to Türkiye. The targets included the Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan (BTC) oil pipeline, the Israeli emba»»»

A subsidiary of a Hong Kong-based company that has lost control of two critical ports on the Panama Canal said it is seeking $2 billion of compensation in damages from Panama over its “illegal” takeover of the ports. Panama Ports Company, a unit of Hong Kong’s CK Hutchison Holdings, said in a Frida»»»

All flights to and from Dubai have been suspended until further notice. Emirates advised passengers not to travel to airports and thanked them for their patience. The airline stressed that the safety of passengers and crew remains its highest priority. Also Read: Cancelled UAE flights? How to manag»»»

In a Europe shaped by overtourism and algorithm-driven itineraries, Transylvania is emerging as an outlier: a living rural landscape where heritage, biodiversity, and community-based tourism intersect with measurable economic impact. Mihai Eminescu Trust (MET), a heritage conservation foundation th»»»

Dubai’s Global Village will remain closed on Saturday, March 7, and Sunday, March 8, as a precautionary safety measure in line with official guidance. In a statement, Global Village announced on social media that visitors should check its website and social channels for reopening updates. Stay upda»»»

Greece has announced that it will assist Bulgaria with air defense capabilities in response to the escalating tensions related to Iran. The decision was confirmed by Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias, who said the move follows a formal request from Sofia. According to Dendias, the Greek governme»»»

Syrians in Damascus, its countryside, and western Homs countryside are on alert to prevent displaced Lebanese supporters of Hezbollah from entering Syrian territory or being hosted by locals. The stance marks a sharp departure from previous Israeli wars on Lebanon, when Syrian cities received tens »»»

Europe’s gas market is emerging from a difficult winter in its weakest position for years after a sharp acceleration in withdrawals from January, triggered by the “big freeze”, left storage levels well below their long-term norm (chart),  »»»

Europe’s gas market is emerging from a difficult winter in its weakest position for years after a sharp acceleration in withdrawals from January, triggered by the “big freeze”, left storage levels well below their long-term norm (chart),  »»»

Europe’s gas market is emerging from a difficult winter in its weakest position for years after a sharp acceleration in withdrawals from January, triggered by the “big freeze”, left storage levels well below their long-term norm (chart),  »»»

Europe’s gas market is emerging from a difficult winter in its weakest position for years after a sharp acceleration in withdrawals from January, triggered by the “big freeze”, left storage levels well below their long-term norm (chart),  »»»

Europe’s gas market is emerging from a difficult winter in its weakest position for years after a sharp acceleration in withdrawals from January, triggered by the “big freeze”, left storage levels well below their long-term norm (chart),  »»»

Europe’s gas market is emerging from a difficult winter in its weakest position for years after a sharp acceleration in withdrawals from January, triggered by the “big freeze”, left storage levels well below their long-term norm (chart),  »»»

Europe’s gas market is emerging from a difficult winter in its weakest position for years after a sharp acceleration in withdrawals from January, triggered by the “big freeze”, left storage levels well below their long-term norm (chart),  »»»

Europe’s gas market is emerging from a difficult winter in its weakest position for years after a sharp acceleration in withdrawals from January, triggered by the “big freeze”, left storage levels well below their long-term norm (chart),  »»»

Europe’s gas market is emerging from a difficult winter in its weakest position for years after a sharp acceleration in withdrawals from January, triggered by the “big freeze”, left storage levels well below their long-term norm (chart),  »»»

Europe’s gas market is emerging from a difficult winter in its weakest position for years after a sharp acceleration in withdrawals from January, triggered by the “big freeze”, left storage levels well below their long-term norm (chart),  »»»

In a notable shift in rhetoric, Yemen’s Houthi leader Abdul Malik al-Houthi on Thursday signaled the group could join the war between Iran on one side and the US and Israel on the other, saying his fighters had their “hands on the trigger” and would move “at any moment if developments require it.” »»»

The UAE Ministry of Defence confirmed that air defence systems are actively intercepting incoming missiles and drones originating from Iran, amid ongoing regional hostilities. Officials clarified that loud sounds reported by residents are due to interception operations, not direct impacts on popula»»»