PPC Group and METLEN Energy & Metals join forces to develop up to 1,500 MW of energy storage projects
For the construction of these storage stations, two-hour liquid-cooled battery systems using innovative LFP technology will be deployed, maximizing both usable energy output and operational safety. The two parties are joining forces by contributing their respective expertise in development, constru»»»
Tunis Stock Exchange, UN Women Tunisia mark “Ring the Bell for Gender Equality” ceremony
Tunis, March 6 (TAP) - The Tunis Stock Exchange and UN Women Tunisia observed on Thursday the global Ring the Bell for Gender Equality ceremony on the occasion of the International Women’s Day.By joining stock exchanges around the world, this...»»»
AGOCO’s Al-Bayda field well Z-13 commences production via Al-Dur station with initial production of 488 barrels per day
The Arabian Gulf Oil Company (AGOCO) has begun operating well Z-13 in the Al-Bayda field and connecting it to the Al-Dur station after completing the mechanical connection work. According to technical data, initial tests of the well showed a crude oil production rate of approximately 488 barrels pe»»»
Bulgaria Successfully Evacuates Diplomats from Iran via Azerbaijan
Ten Bulgarian diplomats stationed in Iran have been safely evacuated to Azerbaijan, crossing the border via the Astara state checkpoint, the Azerbaijani news agency Azertaj reported. The process involved completing all required document checks, registration procedures, and additional safety measure»»»
Photo of the day: First Lady presented with Aigul flower at Bishkek celebration - | 24.KG
Kyrgyzstan’s First Lady, Aigul Japarova, participated in a festive event held at the Bishkek City Hall to mark International Women’s Day. During the holiday concert held at Zhashtyk Arena, the First Lady was presented with a symbolic gift—a postcard depicting an Aigul flower. The concert, held at Z»»»
Kyrgyzstan extradites suspects in murder, robbery, extortion to Poland - | 24.KG
The Prosecutor General’s Office of the Kyrgyz Republic has extradited two citizens, previously wanted internationally, to Poland, the supervisory body reported. The extradition was carried out in coordination with the National Central Bureau of INTERPOL in Kyrgyzstan and the State Service for Execu»»»
Cost of Tunisia-Italy electric interconnection project estimated at €582 million for Tunisian side
Tunis, March 6 (TAP) - The cost of the Tunisia-Italy electric interconnection project (ELMED) is estimated at €582 million for the Tunisian side, while standing at €1.014 billion overall, including €863 for joint machinery and €110 million to...»»»
Iran Destroys US Radars in UAE, Jordan, Satellite Images Show
Satellite images show that several US military radars in the UAE and Jordan have been successfully hit by Iranian missiles and drones as the Iranian Armed Forces continue a retaliatory campaign against US and Israeli aggression. New images from several military installations across the Arabian Peni»»»
Cache of Dzhengo’s crime group destroyed: 12 Kalashnikovs seized in Osh region - | 24.KG
Officers of the State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan (SCNS) discovered and dismantled a large weapons cache belonging to the organized crime group led by crime boss Kadyr Dosonov, known as Dzhengo, the SCNS press center reported. According to it, the cache was uncovered during operat»»»
Stop Punishing Lebanon’s Civilians for Hezbollah’s Crimes – Ya Libnan
Share: Photo- Smoke billows after Israeli attacks on Beirut’s southern suburbs early on Friday, March 6, 2026 . The death toll from Israeli attacks on Lebanon this week has risen to at least 123 people ( mostly civilians) , the Lebanese Ministry of Public Health says, as a new wave of strikes pound»»»
War prompts Maersk to suspends shipping routes serving Persian Gulf - UPI.com
The escalation of the Iran conflict forced Danish container shipping giant Maersk to halt two key trade routes linking markets in the Middle East with Europe and Asia. File Photo by Jerry Lampen/EPA-EFE March 6 (UPI) -- Global shipping giant Maersk announced Friday it was temporarily halting two ke»»»
No Deal With Iran Except Unconditional Surrender - Trump
WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - US President Donald Trump said on Friday that the United States will not sign any agreement with Iran and will accept nothing short of its unconditional surrender. "There will be no deal with Iran except UNCONDITIONAL SURRENDER!," Trump said via Truth Social. "After that, and»»»
Oil price jumps after Qatar warns all Gulf production could stop within days
Oil prices have jumped after Qatar's energy minister warned he expects all oil and gas exporters in the Gulf to stop production within days. Saad al-Kaabi told the Financial Times the conflict in the Middle East - a region which plays a key role in global energy supplies and shipping routes - could»»»
Theater Directors Present Position Regarding Problems in Performing Arts Sector
A position regarding the accumulated problems related to the development and activities of the Performing Arts sector was presented on Friday at the Sofia press club of BTA by the directors of the Ivan Vazov National Theater, the Aleko Konstantinov Satirical Theater, the Theatre Bulgarian Army and »»»
Kyrgyzstan approves second phase of migration policy until 2030 - | 24.KG
On March 5, 2026, the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic approved the second phase of the migration policy concept for 2026–2030. The press service of the Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration reported. According to the press service, the document aims to improve the management»»»
Drone attack halts oil production at Sarsang Field in northern Iraq
Baghdad: The Ministry of Natural Resources in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq announced on Friday the suspension of oil production at the Sarsang oil field in Duhok Governorate after a drone attack triggered a fire at the facility overnight. In a statement, the ministry said two drones struck the fiel»»»
200 Employees Out of a Job: Battery Manufacturer Closure Signals Broader Struggles for Bulgarian Manufacturing
The Pazardzhik-based battery manufacturer "Elhim-Iskra" will halt operations and begin laying off staff, affecting nearly 200 employees, according to APIS data, Bulgarian media "Capital" reported. In an announcement to the Bulgarian Stock Exchange, the company attributed the decision to a challengi»»»
Hezbollah: Reports on Negotiations Unfounded
Hezbollah firmly denied on Friday media reports claiming that figures within the resistance group had taken a position on ongoing negotiations, stressing that no authorized official or body has issued any statement on the matter. In a statemen, Hezbollah Media Relations said that claims carried by »»»
Released Senior Interior Ministry Officials Not Directly Involved in Petrohan Case Investigation - Minister
The four senior Interior Ministry officials who have been released are not directly involved in the investigation of the "Petrohan case", caretaker Interior Minister Emil Dechev told the National Assembly on Friday. He spoke during a hearing, moved by the There Is Such a People Parliamentary Group,»»»
Reconstruction of key Sol Zheek canal begins in Jalal-Abad region - | 24.KG
Over 8,200 hectares of agricultural land will be provided with irrigation water following the modernization of Sol Zheek canal in Bazar-Korgon district. The Office of Presidential Plenipotentiary Envoy to Jalal-Abad region reported. According to it, work on this strategic facility of Kara-Unkur-Sai»»»
30,000 visitors attend ‘Ramadan in Al Ain’ community events
Abu Dhabi: The “Ramadan in Al Ain” events have attracted more than 30,000 visitors since their launch, offering families a mix of shopping, entertainment and traditional heritage activities during the holy month. The events are being held at Al Ain City Municipality Square and are organised by Al A»»»
AGOCO's Sarir refinery returns to operation after a 3-year halt
The National Oil Corporation announced yesterday the reactivation of the petrol production unit at the Arabian Gulf Oil Company’s (AGOCO) Sarir refinery, after a hiatus of nearly three years, as the first quantity of petrol was pumped into the tanks, to mark the unit’s return to operation. The re»»»
Missile scare over Turkey: How Iran war is testing NATO’s collective defence pledge
NATO has strengthened its missile defence posture after a ballistic missile launched from Iran and heading toward Turkey — a member of the alliance — was intercepted, raising fresh concerns about the widening fallout of the ongoing Iran war. The alliance said its missile defence systems successfull»»»
Kuwait military responds to wave of missiles, drones
Kuwait: Kuwait's Armed Forces said on Friday that they are responding to a wave of missile attacks and hostile drones that have breached the country's airspace. In a statement carried by the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA), the official spokesperson for the Ministry of Defense, Colonel Saud Al Atwan, sai»»»
UAE residents step up for restaurants as tourist visits slow — prices stay steady
Dubai: Some restaurants in Dubai are seeing stronger engagement from residents, while others report a drop in tourist-driven dining, as the city’s hospitality sector adjusts to ongoing regional travel disruptions. Operators say the industry is focusing on maintaining operations, supporting staff, a»»»
Iran Intends to Fight US, Israel to 'Last Soldier,' Having No Other Choice - Diplomat
NEW DELHI (Sputnik) - Iran intends to fight the US and Israel to the last bullet and the last soldier, as it has no other choice, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh said on Friday. Iran's priority is to offer maximum resistance to the aggressor, Khatibzadeh said. "We are under attack»»»
Ukraine's Attacks on Russian Nuclear Sites Amount to Nuclear Blackmail - Russian MFA
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Ukrainian armed forces' attacks on Russian nuclear facilities are a conspiracy between the West and NATO, along with Ukraine, to manipulate the nuclear issue both politically and on the ground, and nuclear blackmail, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova told Sputn»»»
Serbia agrees to partially reopen its Tripoli embassy this May and start Tripoli-Belgrade flights soon
Within the framework of his official visit to Serbia from March 4 to March 6, leading a high-level delegation that includes several officials and representatives from government sectors, Taher El-Baour, the Tripoli government’s Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, held »»»
600 prisoners freed in Russia-Ukraine swap through UAE-US mediation
Abu Dhabi: For the second consecutive day, a joint mediation effort led by the UAE and the United States has resulted in a new exchange of prisoners of war between Russia and Ukraine, with 600 detainees released, the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs said. The swap included 300 prisoners from each si»»»
Political Party Pushes for Bulgaria’s Inclusion in French Nuclear Protection Program
The political party Democrats for a Strong Bulgaria (DSB) have proposed that Bulgaria consider joining the initiative of French President Emmanuel Macron to extend France’s nuclear deterrence guarantees to other European countries. According to the party’s leader Atanas Atanasov, the issue should b»»»
Mideast war escalates as fresh strikes batter Iran
Fresh strikes rocked Iran and Lebanon Friday as Israel and the United States stepped up their attacks in the sprawling Middle East war, with powerful explosions shattering the skies of Tehran. The war, now in its seventh day, has dragged in global powers, upended the world's energy and transport se»»»
Aldabaiba government and CBL take further actions to encourage increased e-payments use – CBL reduces new FX Bureaux commission
The Abd Alhamid Aldabaiba Tripoli-based Libyan government and the Central Bank of Libya (CBL) have taken further measures to encourage the use of in Libya. Aldabaiba issued a decree yesterday mandating the inclusion of e-payment as an approved method for collecting state revenues and public dues. T»»»
Indian Embassy opens registration for transit travellers stranded in Qatar, urges nationals to follow MoI guidelines
Doha, Qatar: The Embassy of India in Qatar has opened a registration link to facilitate temporary transit visas for Saudi Arabia for Indian nationals stranded in Qatar on transit while also urging the community to strictly follow the guidelines issued by Qatari authorities amid the current security»»»
Strategy for Managing Natural Disasters and Accidents Developed with EU Funds, Bulgarian Participation
A European-level strategy for the development of a system for managing emergencies, disasters and accidents was presented during the closing conference of the international project "Sustainable Disaster and Emergency Management - SUDEM" at the BTA National Press Club here on Friday. According to Pr»»»
Iraq and Cuba hit by blackouts amid US pressure and attacks on Iran
Both Iraq and Cuba have been plunged into nationwide blackouts, with the Middle Eastern country’s grid collapsing after a sudden drop in gas supplies to a major power plant in Basra, while the Caribbean island’s outage is being blamed on chronic fuel shortages worsened by the US blockade on Venezue»»»
Iran claims it forced US aircraft carrier to retreat
Iran claims to have forced the USS Abraham Lincoln strike group to relocate with new attacks, while Washington insists the warships remain involved in the regime-change operation against Tehran. In a briefing on Thursday, Iranian military spokesman Ebrahim Zolfaghari claimed the Nimitz-class aircra»»»
Orban responds to Zelensky’s ‘death threat’
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has said “threats to his life” made by Ukraine’s Vladimir Zelensky will not deter him from breaking Kiev’s “oil blockade” of his country. Zelensky issued a thinly veiled warning to Orban on Thursday over Budapest’s ongoing refusal to lift its veto on billions i»»»
Bulgaria Warned: Gasoline Could Hit €1.50 if Oil Reaches 100 Dollars per Barrel
In Bulgaria, fuel industry experts warn that if oil prices reach USD 100 per barrel, gasoline at the pump could exceed €1.50 per liter. Ventsislav Pengezov, owner of a gas station in Ruse, told BGNES that in just four days, retail fuel prices have risen by roughly 14 euro cents per liter. He noted »»»
Tunisia ready to address surge in oil prices amid Iran war (secretary of state) [update 1]
Tunis, March 6 (TAP)- There is logistical and financial readiness on the part of the Ministry of Industry, Mines and Energy, in coordination with the Finance Ministry, to address the surge in oil prices amid the Iran war, Secretary of State for...»»»
Heard a warning alert? Dubai Police issue advisory for motorists
Dubai Police have urged motorists to remain calm and continue driving safely if they hear a warning alert while on the road. In a post on social media, the authority advised drivers not to stop on the road or get distracted by filming, stressing that safety should remain the priority. Stay updated:»»»
Abu Dhabi shuts Musaffah restaurant over food safety violations
The Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority has ordered the administrative closure of Index Restaurant LLCin the Musaffah Industrial Area for violating food safety regulations and posing a risk to public health. The establishment, which holds commercial licence number CN-1759994, was found »»»
'A ghost town smelling of gunpowder': Tehran residents describe aftermath of Israeli strikes
Residents of Tehran have told the BBC that Thursday night saw the heaviest wave of strikes on the capital since Israel and the US launched their attack on Iran six days ago. "The house was shaking for five minutes straight. Last night was the worst night," says a man in his 30s. He says he could ba»»»
Bulgaria's Defense Minister Explained the Presence of US Aircraft at Sofia Airport: "Logistics and Training"
Acting Defense Minister Atanas Zapryanov told lawmakers during parliamentary oversight that the military aircraft currently stationed at Sofia’s Vasil Levski Airport are logistical in nature and are not capable of conducting strike operations. His statement came in response to questions raised abou»»»
Hezbollah affirms no responsible or authorized body within the resistance group has issued any statement or position regarding the matter of negotiations: Media Relations statement - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah affirms no responsible or authorized body within the resistance group has issued any statement or position regarding the matter o»»»
GERB-UDF Lawmaker Opposes Idea of Bulgaria Joining France's Nuclear Initiative
The chair of the parliamentary defence committee, Hristo Gadjev (GERB-UDF) had a harsh reaction to a suggestion by Democrats of Strong Bulgaria of the Continue the Change - Democratic Bulgaria (CC-DB) coalition that Bulgaria should join France's initiative for an extended nuclear umbrella to includ»»»
Bulgarian President, Foreign Diplomats Discuss Women's Empowerment at Conference in Sofia
A conference titled "Shaping the Future: Women at the Helm" took place in Sofia on Friday. The event, timed in with the upcoming International Women's Day, was organized by the German-Bulgarian Chamber of Industry and Commerce through the Women's Network@DBIHK initiative in partnership with the Kon»»»
UAE destroys 9 ballistic missiles, intercepts 109 drones on Friday
Abu Dhabi: The UAE’s air defence systems intercepted nine ballistic missiles and 109 drones on Friday, the Ministry of Defence said. According to the ministry, air defences detected nine ballistic missiles on 6 March 2026 and destroyed all of them. Authorities also detected 112 drones, of which 109»»»
Israeli media reports drone attack by Hezbollah in Western Galilee - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli media reports drone attack by Hezbollah in Western Galilee 06-03-2026 13:29 PM Latest News Urgent News Israeli Channel 15 cites Nah»»»
Defence Minister Zapryanov, Turkish Counterpart Discuss Middle East Situation and Regional Security Risks
The situation in the Middle East and possible risks for the region were discussed in a phone call between Bulgaria’s caretaker Defence Minister Atanas Zapryanov and the Minister of National Defence of the Republic of Turkiye Yasar Guler. The conversation took place on March 4, the Bulgarian Defence»»»
US Boasts of Destroyed Iranian Launchers Lack Credibility – Ex-DoD Official
As the United States is clearly lying about the number of the US military casualties in the current war with Iran, the veracity of other claims made by the US is dubious, former US Department of Defense officer David T. Pyne tells Sputnik. Properly assessing Iran’s losses is also difficult due to t»»»