Kuwait says arrested six people planning 'assassinations' linked to Hezbollah
Kuwait arrested six people linked to Lebanon's Iran-backed Hezbollah group who were planning "assassinations" in the Gulf state, the interior ministry said on Wednesday. Those arrested were planning "assassinations targeting symbols and leaders of the state and recruited people to carry out these m»»»
Israeli soldier killed in south Lebanon as Hezbollah claims more than 80 attacks
An Israeli soldier was killed in fighting in south Lebanon on Thursday, the military said, after the army announced it was conducting ground operations against Iran-backed Hezbollah. "Staff sergeant Ori Greenberg, aged 21, from Petah Tikva, a soldier of the Reconnaissance unit, Golani Brigade, fell»»»
Police Arrest Dozens Across Bulgaria in Large Operation Against Vote-Buying
Police operations targeting vote-buying and violations of electoral rights are continuing across Bulgaria, with multiple coordinated actions reported in different regions. Authorities say arrests have already been made as part of ongoing investigations into alleged schemes involving electoral fraud»»»
US Activists Work to Connect Iranians Via Starlink
With the war in Iran leading to a near-total internet blackout in the country, activists around the world -- especially in the United States -- are mobilizing to help Iranians stay connected via Starlink. Despite being banned, billionaire Elon Musk's satellite internet system has gained ground in I»»»
Germany, Australia Deepen Defense Ties
Australia and Germany agreed Thursday to simplify hosting each other's troops and cooperate on space defense during a visit by German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius to Canberra. Australia's Defense Minister Richard Marles said the two countries would sign a status of forces agreement making it "m»»»
G7 Meets in France to Narrow Transatlantic Iran Split
Foreign ministers from the G7 meet outside Paris from Thursday with European nations and allies seeking to narrow differences with the US on the Middle East war while keeping other crises like Ukraine and Gaza high on the agenda. The two-day meeting of seven leading industrialized democracies at th»»»
White House: Long-awaited Trump-Xi meeting in Beijing rescheduled to mid-May - UPI.com
President Donald Trump greets Chinese President Xi Jinping at the Gimhae International Airport terminal onOctober 30, 2025, in Busan, South Korea. The White House said Wednesday that the two leaders will meet in Beijing mid-May. File Photo by Daniel Torok/The White House/UPI | License Photo March 2»»»
Belarusian President Lukashenko makes first visit to North Korea - UPI.com
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko (R) gestures beside North Korean leader Kim Jong Un during a welcome ceremony at Kim Il Sung Square in Pyongyang on his first official visit to North Korea, state media reported Thursday. Photo by KCNA/EPA SEOUL, March 26 (UPI) -- Belarusian President Alexa»»»
Six Arab nations issue joint condemnation of Iran attacks
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates, the State of Kuwait, the Kingdom of Bahrain, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the State of Qatar, and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan renew their condemnation in the strongest terms of the blatant Iranian attacks, which constitute a flagrant violation of their sover»»»
Nuclearelectrica allots over 1.36 mln. lei for maintenance at Cernavod? NPP
Nuclearelectrica allocates 1.36 million lei, excluding VAT, for repair and maintenance services for measuring devices at the Cernavoda NPP, the contract to be concluded for a period of 49 months, according to a tender notice posted in the Electronic Public Procurement System (SEAP). “The object of »»»
Crude oil output down 8.9% in January 2026; imports fall 13.2%
Romania produced 199,500 tonnes of oil equivalent (toe) of crude oil in January 2026, down by 19,500 toe (-8.9%) compared with the same month in 2025, according to data from the National Institute of Statistics.Crude oil imports totalled 728,900 toe during the same period, 110,900 toe (-13.2%) lowe»»»
French Chamber of Commerce's Richard: Green gases, renewable energy essential in reaching zero carbon emissions
Green gases, alongside renewable energy, represent the essential pillars that will guide us on the path to reaching the net-zero carbon emissions target, according to Nicolas Richard, President of the French Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture in Romania (CCIFER).On Monday, CCIFER organis»»»
Kardzhali Mayor, Party Members Try to Storm Police Station over Detained Postal Chief, Interior Minister Says
Following the detention of the head of the Regional Postal Station in Kardzhali (Southern Bulgaria) on Wednesday, caretaker Interior Minister Emil Dechev told Nova TV that a large group of party members, led by the town's mayor, who is running for Parliament, attempted to enter the regional police »»»
JEE 2026: NTA announces update for Indian expat students in Dubai, Kuwait, Bahrain centres
Dubai: India’s National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced an important update for Indian expat students who have registered to attend the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2026 in Dubai, Kuwait and Bahrain centres. The Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi on Thursday shared the NTA’s advisory on the ci»»»
Unstable weather conditions to continue this weekend in Qatar
Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Meteorology Department has forecast unstable weather conditions across the country over the weekend, with thunderstorms, strong winds, and rough seas expected from Thursday, March 26 through Saturday, March 28. Today, temperatures are expected to reach a high of 28°C and a lo»»»
Sirens sound in Tiberias over suspected drone infiltration: Israeli media - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Syria, Hungary discuss boosting trade and transport links
Damascus, March 26 (SANA) Syrian and Hungarian officials held talks in Damascus to explore ways to enhance coordination and facilitate trade between the two countries. The General Authority for Land and Maritime Ports said in a statement on its Telegram channel that its chairman, Qutaiba Ahmed Bada»»»
WWII artillery shell unearthed by children in Athens field neutralized
A World War II-era Italian artillery shell found in a residential part of Pefki, northern Athens, was safely neutralized early on Thursday, state broadcaster ERT reported. A specialized army demining unit removed the unexploded ordnance from a lot on Salaminos Street, completing the operation short»»»
Iran drafting law to introduce tolls for Hormuz transit
The Iranian parliament is working on a draft bill that would impose a fee on vessels seeking safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, according to the semi-official Fars news agency. Fars, citing an unnamed lawmaker, said the plan would be finalised next week, and would legally recognise Iran’s o»»»
Deloitte study : Entrepreneurial environment in Romania affected by legislative instability and difficult access to funding
Developing a robust entrepreneurial environment is essential for increasing economic competitiveness; however, European firms, including those in Romania, face major challenges such as rising energy prices, labour shortages, and bureaucracy. Meanwhile, at a local level, legislative instability and »»»
UDMR's Hunor: There is no alternative to the current governing formula
The president of the UDMR, Kelemen Hunor, declared on Wednesday that there is no alternative to the current governing formula and that a minority PNL-USR government supported by the opposition AUR would be "catastrophic"."It would be catastrophic [a minority PNL-USR government supported from opposi»»»
'Fostering the Future Together' Summit/ Mirabela Gradinaru, alongside Brigitte Macron and Olena Zelenska
The Presidential Administration published on Wednesday a photo in which Mirabela Gradinaru, the life partner of President Nicusor Dan, is with Brigitte Macron, wife of French President Emmanuel Macron, and Olena Zelenska, wife of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, at the ''Fostering the Future»»»
Senate President Mircea Abrudean is participating in the Three Seas Initiative Parliamentary Summit in Zagreb
Romania is ready to act as a guarantor of energy security, once the Neptun Deep offshore project enters production, next year, Senate President Mircea Abrudean highlighted on Wednesday at the Three Seas Initiative (I3M) Parliamentary Summit in Croatia."I congratulate Croatia for the leadership role»»»
Minister of State at Foreign Ministry meets EU Special Representative for Gulf
Doha, Qatar: Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi met today, March 26, 2026, with HE European Union (EU) Special Representative for the Gulf Region Luigi Di Maio, who is currently visiting the country. During the meeting, the devel»»»
Islamic Resistance fighters targeted Misgav Am site with a rocket barrage: statement 19 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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How Abu Dhabi plans to protect family businesses from internal disputes
Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, Chairman of the Presidential Court, in his capacity as Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD), has issued Resolution No. 3 of 2026 regarding the formation of Family Business Dispute Resolution Commit»»»
LIVE UPDATES: Two killed in Abu Dhabi from falling debris; Oman Air extends flight cancellations
Doha, Qatar: Abu Dhabi has confirmed that interception of a ballistic missile by air defence resulted in the death of two unidentified individuals. Meanwhile Oman Air has extended its flight cancellations across Gulf countries. Stay tuned for more live updates: 10:30am Doha Time Oman Air extends fl»»»
Mubadala Energy expands gas push with new Indonesia block
Dubai: Mubadala Energy has secured a new exploration block in Indonesia’s Andaman Sea, tightening its hold on one of Southeast Asia’s most closely watched deepwater gas regions. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The Southwest Andaman Production Sharing Contract was award»»»
Iran says 39 suspected Israeli spies arrested
Iran's intelligence ministry said it had identified and arrested 39 people it described as operatives working for Israel and terrorist groups in Tehran, IRGC-linked Tasnim reported on March 25. The ministry said 27 of»»»
Iran says 39 suspected Israeli spies arrested
Iran's intelligence ministry said it had identified and arrested 39 people it described as operatives working for Israel and terrorist groups in Tehran, IRGC-linked Tasnim reported on March 25. The ministry said 27 of»»»
UAE: 2 dead, 3 injured in Abu Dhabi after missile interception debris
Abu Dhabi authorities have responded to an incident in Sweihan Street, where falling debris from a successfully intercepted ballistic missile caused casualties and property damage. The incident resulted in the deaths of two unidentified individuals, injuries to three others, and damage to several v»»»
Pentagon Reaches Deals with Defense Firms to Expand Munitions Production
The Pentagon said on Wednesday it had reached framework agreements with BAE Systems, Lockheed and Honeywell to boost production of defense systems munitions as part of a push to put the US military on a “wartime footing.” The announcements come more than three weeks after US President Donald Trump»»»
China bans runner after mid-marathon splits goes viral
Beijing: A runner who stopped during a marathon in China to pose doing the splits and another who hoarded energy gels have been banned for two years, the local athletic association said Thursday. The incidents happened during Sunday's marathon in the southwestern city of Chengdu, capital of Sichuan»»»
Hamilton says more committed to F1 than ever at 41
Suzuka, Japan: A rejuvenated Lewis Hamilton said Thursday that he was more committed to Formula One "than ever" aged 41 and believes he trains harder than any other driver. The seven-time world champion has made a strong start to the season with Ferrari and is fourth in the championship after two r»»»
Suspected extremist group identified in Osh, searches conducted - | 24.KG
Police in Osh identified a group of individuals suspected of involvement in extremist activities. The press service of the city’s Internal Affairs Department reported. According to the statement, preventive measures were carried out as part of Extremist Operation. Searches were conducted in four re»»»
Piyush Goyal unveils Malabar Gold & Diamonds’ $24M CSR initiative for FY 2026–27
Malabar Gold & Diamonds, the world’s fifth-largest retail jewellery group and a responsible jewellery brand, has today announced their CSR initiatives worth $24 million for the financial year 2026-27 held at Dr Ambedkar International Centre in New Delhi in the presence of Shri Piyush Goyal, India U»»»
On This Day, March 26: U.S. unemployment adds record 3.3M claims - UPI.com
On March 26, 2020, new unemployment claims in the United States surged to 3.3. million, the largest weekly increase in U.S. history to date amid job losses related to the COVID-19 pandemic. 1 of 3 | Union Station is largely empty amid lockdowns and social distancing due to the COVID-19 pandemic Apr»»»
Legal and Judicial Studies Centre resumes remote training courses
Doha, Qatar: The Legal and Judicial Studies Centre at the Ministry of Justice has resumed its series of specialised remote training programmes for legal professionals in government entities. The virtual courses, delivered via Microsoft Teams, aim to enhance the skills of lawyers and legal staff acr»»»
Winter campers urged to follow safety measures amid unstable weather
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MECC) has called on winter camp owners across the country to adhere to safety guidelines amid forecasts of unstable weather conditions, including thunderstorms and active winds in the coming period. In a post published yesterday on the X »»»
Outback Steakhouse announces grand opening at Tawar Mall
Doha: Outback Steakhouse announced the grand opening of its newest branch at Tawar Mall this Eid, bringing its signature bold flavours and premium steakhouse experience closer to guests in the heart of Doha. To mark this exciting opening, Outback Steakhouse is introducing a new Limited Time Offer (»»»
Dubai gold climbs again, buyers weigh next move
Dubai: Gold prices in Dubai moved higher again on Thursday morning, extending a modest recovery after a sharp decline earlier this month, though the broader trend still points to a cooling phase for bullion. (Check latest UAE gold prices here, alongside prices in Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain,»»»
Atlantis Dubai renews global accreditation: How it was achieved and what’s next
Dubai: Atlantis Dubai has renewed its accreditation from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), reaffirming its continued commitment to world-class standards in animal care, conservation, and education. Initially awarded in March 2020, the destination remains the first and longest-standing AZ»»»
3-limbed Sea Turtle Being Tracked at Sea by Satellite
The veterinary staff at a Florida sea turtle hospital is getting help from space to monitor the animals they have rehabilitated. They're particularly interested in amputees. Using satellite tracking devices in a collaboration between the Loggerhead Marinelife Center and the Smithsonian Conservation»»»
ACL Elite Finals draw sets up thrilling clashes
Doha, Qatar: The AFC Champions League Elite Finals Jeddah 2026 promises to deliver a thrilling spectacle after the conclusion of the Knockout Stage draw, which took place yesterday in Kuala Lumpur. The centralised Finals will run from April 16 to 25, 2026, with the last eight teams set to battle it»»»
Genetic Study Identifies Earliest-known Dog, Dating to 15,800 Years Ago
Dogs have been loyal companions to people since we made them our first domesticated animals, descending long ago from gray wolves - though precisely when, where and why have remained unanswered. New genetic research now is offering valuable insight, including identifying the earliest-known dog, dat»»»
Second round of QBF league semi-finals at Al Gharafa today
Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Basketball Federation (QBF) men’s Qatar Basketball League 2025–2026 semi-finals resume today with second-round clashes at Al Gharafa Hall, where finalists could be decided. Al Sadd face Al Arabi at 6:00 pm, followed by Al Ahli against Al Rayyan at 8:00 pm. In Monday’s opening»»»
Sinner powers past Michelsen to reach Miami quarter-finals
Miami: Jannik Sinner powered into the Miami Open quarter-finals on Tuesday, defeating unseeded American Alex Michelsen in straight sets to stay on course for the “Sunshine Double”. Italian second seed Sinner, who is bidding to follow up his triumph at Indian Wells with victory in Miami, bided his t»»»
Islamic Resistance Hits More Merkva Tanks in South Lebanon, Targets Israeli Helicopters to Prevent Intervention: Military Media - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Vanderveen shines as Al Shaqab Cup resumes DET
Doha, Qatar: The Doha Equestrian Tour (DET) resumed yesterday with Al Shaqab Cup, while the Qatar Equestrian Federation Cup will be held from April 2 to 4. The competitions, which is being held at Al Shaqab Arena, feature elite international riders alongside competitors from across the region and Q»»»
Ministry of Awqaf promotes Quranic values through diverse Ramadan programmes
Doha, Qatar: In line with its mission to serve the Holy Quran and instill its values across society, Qatar’s Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs, represented by the Department of Da’wah and Religious Guidance, implemented a comprehensive package of Quranic programmes during the holy month of Rama»»»