BBC 6m

Russian drone attack kills two in Ukraine ahead of talks in US, officials say

Two people were killed in a Russian drone attack on a home in the Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia, local authorities say. Two children, 11 and 15, were also injured in the attack which took place on the eve of new talks between Ukrainian and American negotiators in the US. Negotiations on ending the»»»

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The Peninsula 7m

LIVE UPDATES: US temporarily lifts sanctions on Iranian oil loaded on vessels

Doha, Qatar: The US temporarily lifted sanctions on the sale of Iranian oil loaded on vessels as of March 20, in a bid to curb the increase in energy prices resulting from the war in the Middle East. The suspension of sanctions would expire on Apr. 19. US Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent wro»»»

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Al Awsat 11m

Burhan Rejects Ceasefire Before RSF Surrender as Drone Strike Hits Power Station in Northern Sudan

A drone attack blamed on the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) struck the town of Al-Dabba in northern Sudan, targeting a power station and the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Dongola, officials said Friday. The strike cut electricity to the town and left at least three people inj»»»

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Sana 15m

Middle East tensions strain fertilizer supplies, raising global food price risks

Capitals, March 21 (SANA) Disruptions linked to the conflict in the Middle East are expected to deepen a global fertilizer crisis, raising the risk of further increases in food prices, particularly in developing economies. Economists and international institutions have warned that disruptions to fe»»»

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Al Awsat 47m

Israel, Iran Trade Attacks as US Sends Marines to Middle East

Israel and Iran attacked each other on Saturday as the US was sending thousands more Marines to the Middle East and President Donald Trump accused NATO allies of cowardice over their reluctance to help open the Strait of Hormuz. Israel also attacked Beirut, saying it was targeting Hezbollah as it s»»»

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Al Awsat 59m

A Wave of Executions Is Feared in Iran After 3 Young Men Were Hanged This Week

A 19-year-old star wrestler and two other young men were hanged in Iran this week, raising alarm among rights groups that a wave of executions may be underway as authorities facing relentless attacks from the US and Israel seek to squelch public dissent. The three men are the first to be executed f»»»

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Al Awsat 59m

US Allows 30-Day Sale of Iran Oil at Sea in Bid to Tame Prices

The Trump administration waived sanctions on the purchase of Iranian oil at sea for 30 days on Friday in its latest attempt to ease oil prices that have been driven up by the US-Israeli war on Iran. The waiver will bring some 140 million barrels of oil to global markets and help relieve pressure on»»»

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Al Awsat 59m

Report: UN Chief Says He Is Cooperating with Trump’s Board of Peace on Gaza

UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres welcomed the aim of Donald Trump's Board of Peace to fund and deliver the basics of a Gaza reconstruction plan to rebuild Palestinian homes and infrastructure, Politico reported on Saturday. “There is an objective there that ‌was defined, ‌approved by the Secur»»»

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The Srpska Times 1h

Hamdija Alukić Arrested in the United States for Crimes Against Civilians Near Prijedor (PHOTO)

Hamdija Alukić (70) has been arrested in Alabama on charges that he committed war crimes against civilians in the Prijedor area in 1992. Alukić is accused of participating in attacks on two vehicles carrying civilians, as well as of setting fire to several houses while people were still inside them»»»

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Sana 1h

U.S. lends 45 million barrels from reserve to curb prices amid war with Iran

Washington, March 21 (SANA) The United States has lent 45.2 million barrels of crude oil from its Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) to energy companies, aiming to ease price increases driven by the conflict with Iran. Reuters quoted the Energy Department as saying the initial batch represents about»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Israel Says Targeting Hezbollah in Beirut as South Lebanon Struck

The Israeli military said it launched a wave of strikes on Beirut claiming to target the Iran-backed group Hezbollah early Saturday, while Lebanese state media reported strikes in the country's south. Lebanon was pulled into the Middle East war when Hezbollah began firing rockets into Israel on Mar»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Report: Iran Ready to Let Japanese Vessels Transit Hormuz

Iran is ready to let Japanese-related vessels pass through the Strait of Hormuz, a vital artery for global oil supplies, Kyodo news reported, citing Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi. Tehran has started talks with Tokyo, including with Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi, about possibly opening»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

After Pressure, Iraqi Factions Stop Attacks on US Embassy

Political parties in Iraq have carried out intense efforts over the past two days to contain the escalation in the country in wake of increased attacks on the US embassy in Baghdad by pro-Iran factions, sources told Asharq Al-Awsat. The efforts aim to also prevent Iraq from sliding into a broader c»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Trump’s Iran War Rattles US Swing Voters Ahead of Midterms

Donald Trump's war with Iran is weighing on independent US voters, a crucial bloc likely to determine if the president's Republican Party maintains control of Congress in the November midterm elections. At a breakfast diner in Pennsylvania, a swing state where voters often shift between parties, th»»»

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The Budapest Times 1h

Orbán: “We do not negotiate while being threatened and blackmailed”

Prime Minister Orbán resumed his nationwide tour with a stop in Szentendre, where he delivered a sharp message on energy security, the war in Ukraine, and Hungary’s position within the European Union. Speaking to supporters, the prime minister framed the current geopolitical situation as a decisive»»»

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Jordan Times 1h

US green-lights delivery and sale of Iranian oil at sea

WASHINGTON , United States — The US Treasury on Friday temporarily lifted sanctions on Iranian oil already loaded onto vessels, in Washington's latest step to stem a supply crisis over the Middle East war.The authorisation allows for the delivery and sale of Iranian crude oil and other petroleum p»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Israel Strikes Hezbollah’s Civilian as Well as Military Wings in an Attempt to Crush the Group

An Israeli strike on a health center in southern Lebanon instantly killed 12 medical workers, seriously wounded one and left four missing under the rubble for hours. The March 13 strike in the village of Burj Qalaouiyah, one of the single deadliest strikes in Lebanon since the latest Israel-Hezboll»»»

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France24 2h

Streamlining the kill chain: how AI is changing modern warfare

The US-Israeli war with Iran has put AI use in defence systems in the spotlight like never before. AI's exact role in the military, its accuracy and possible repercussions are slowly beginning to emerge – but the extent of its use and role in the war so far still largely remain a mystery.  The»»»

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France24 2h

The World This Week - Iran: The ‘Mosaic Doctrine’, Zelensky V Orban, Hungary-splaining

In a week where assassinations have continued within the top ranks of Iran’s regime, the minister of intelligence, the commander of the Bases paramilitary and the powerful security chief Ali Larijani included, but a weakened government seems to have had little bearing on Tehran’s retaliation across»»»

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France24 2h

Middle East war live: Trump mulls 'winding down' Iran war as US sends thousands more marines

US President Donald Trump suggested Friday he was considering “winding down” military operations against Iran even as US media reported Washington was sending three more amphibious assault ships and roughly 2,500 additional marines to the region. Israel continued to hit Tehran and Beirut with »»»

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UPI 2h

On This Day, March 21: Piccard, Jones are 1st to circle globe by balloon - UPI.com

On March 21, 1999, Bertrand Piccard and Brian Jones landed near Cairo after becoming the first people to circle the globe by balloon. 1 of 3 | On March 21, 1999, Bertrand Piccard and Brian Jones landed near Cairo after becoming the first people to circle the globe by balloon. UPI File Photo | Licen»»»

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Sputnik 2h

Airlines Suffer Losses Estimated at $53Bln Due to Middle East Conflict

On February 28, the United States and Israel began striking targets in Iran, including in Tehran, causing damage and civilian casualties. Iran has carried out retaliatory strikes on Israeli territory, as well as on US military targets in the Middle East. The damage caused by US and Israeli aggressi»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Ready to help keep Hormuz open? Who said what

European powers and Japan have changed their posture on the ongoing Middle East war, by prioritising energy security and avoiding being dragged by the US into the on-going war with Iran. Recent developments show the allies are preparing to act even without full US leadership. Some countries, such a»»»

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Gulf News 2h

What you need to know about the Philippines’ 2-month toll relief amid fuel price surge

Dubai: The Philippines is introducing a temporary toll discount for public transport and freight services starting March 23 to offer a breathing space to the transportation sector, who is currently under pressure from rising fuel prices, amid the situation in the Middle East. In a statement, Philip»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

Sharaa Says Working to Steer Syria Clear of Any Conflict

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa stressed on Friday that he was working on steering the country clear of the war in the Middle East. “We are taking steps very carefully and working on keeping Syria out of any conflict,” he said after Eid al-Fitr prayers in Damascus. “We must remember that Syria had»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Middle East crude surges toward $150 as global oil prices stage rebound

Dubai: Global oil prices rose again on Saturday, reflecting mounting geopolitical pressure on supply flows. Middle East crude led the move with a sharp spike. Murban crude, a key benchmark exported from the UAE, jumped 18% to $146.40 per barrel. That followed a 6% surge a day earlier, when prices h»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Philippine Airlines cancels Dubai, Doha flights until April 30: What affected passengers can do

Dubai: Flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) has temporarily suspended its flights between Manila and major Middle East destinations, such as Dubai and Doha, until April 30 amid the ongoing tensions in the region. In its latest advisory, PAL has noted that the suspension is a “precautionary measur»»»

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Sputnik 3h

Iran's Foreign Minister Says Tehran Will Not Agree to Ceasefire With US, Israel

On February 28, the United States and Israel launched strikes on targets in Iran, including in Tehran, causing damage and civilian casualties. Iran responded by striking Israeli territory and US military facilities in the Middle East. Iran will not agree to a ceasefire with the United States and Is»»»

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Al Awsat 3h

Arab Nations Condemn Israeli Strikes on Syria

Saudi Arabia's Foreign Ministry condemned on Saturday Israel's strikes on Syrian army camps as "aggression", joining other Arab nations and Türkiye in calling on the international community to intervene. Israel's military said on Friday it had struck southern Syria in response to what it called att»»»

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Al Awsat 3h

Trump Hints at Wind-Down of War as US Sends More Troops and Iran Threatens Tourism Sites

US President Donald Trump said he was considering “winding down” military operations in the Middle East even as the United States is sending three more amphibious assault ships and roughly 2,500 additional Marines to the region. Trump’s post Friday on social media followed an Iranian threat to atta»»»

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Jordan Times 3h

Far from war, global fuel frustrations mount

LAGOS — Far from the Middle East war, fallout from oil disruptions is reverberating across the world, unsettling lives from Lagos to Manila as people adjust to fuel price hikes and gas shortages.Benchmark oil prices are hovering around $100, a surge of around 40 to 50 per cent since the war against»»»

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Al Majalla 3h

US public opinion is decisively shifting against Israel

For decades, American support for Israel was one of the most durable constants in US foreign policy, to such an extent that successive administrations, whether Democratic or Republican, hardly needed to debate it. That truism no longer holds. A Gallup poll conducted between 2-16 February confirmed »»»

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Al Majalla 3h

The global economy is paying the price for Epic Fury

Three weeks after the outbreak of the US-Israeli war on Iran, the world has entered an exceptionally dangerous phase. The confrontation has expanded far beyond the bounds of a conventional military conflict. It has developed into a multi-layered war in which military fronts converge with immense ec»»»

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Al Majalla 3h

Why modern-day wars can easily go regional

The world is now passing through an era of ‘strategic unravelling’, and its proportions are catastrophic. Conflicts no longer remain confined to their immediate geographies. With grim persistence, they expand into regional wars. Their prevalence stems from the breakdown of the post-1945 internation»»»

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France24 3h

Chuck Norris, US action movie star whose toughness inspired endless memes, dies at 86

From one studio to another, Chuck Norris turned discipline into legend – a martial arts champion who became the iron-jawed face of "Walker, Texas Ranger" and a larger-than-life cultural myth. He died Thursday at 86. Chuck Norris, the martial arts grandmaster and action star whose roles in “Wal»»»

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France24 3h

No, Iran didn't publish a 'list' of 11 American cities to target

A video claiming that Iran published a list of 11 American cities it plans to target has gone viral since it was first posted on Instagram on March 3. We found the origin of this list, and it turns out that it has nothing to do with Iran.  Instagram user truecrimewithbella posted a video on Ma»»»

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France24 3h

Myth of liberation: As war rages, trapped Iranians 'curse' the regime, the Americans & the Israelis

Haxie Meyers-Belkin is pleased to welcome Borzou Daragahi, award-winning international correspondent and investigative reporter. As Iran marks Nowruz, the Persian New Year, war intrudes into civilian spaces. The psychological terrain is marked less by overt anger than by fatigue, resignation, and a»»»

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France24 3h

Tête à tête - 'Trump could be ready to stop the war at almost any moment,' ex-adviser John Bolton says

In an interview with FRANCE 24, former US national security adviser John Bolton said US President Donald Trump "could be ready to stop the war at almost any moment". Bolton also said he remains mystified by Trump's reversal on regime change in Iran and warned that the Iranian opposition is not rece»»»

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France24 4h

Mojtaba Khamenei says Iran dealt its enemies a 'dizzying blow' in written message

Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei on Friday said Iran had struck a “dizzying blow” in its war with Israel and the United States in a written message marking Nowruz, the Persian New Year, even as blasts rocked the capital Tehran. Israel accused the Islamic republic of targeting Jerusalem’s holiest sit»»»

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France24 4h

Focus - With its wind farms, Danish island of Samsø shows path forward during energy crisis

The US-Israeli war against Iran has once again underlined the vulnerability of the world's oil and gas supplies. Iran's chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz has pushed up oil prices and threatened global economic stability. This comes at a time when wind farms and solar panels are providing »»»

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BNE 4h

Israeli-US strike destroys 16 civilian cargo boats at Bandar Lengeh commercial dock

An Israeli-US airstrike hit the commercial dock at Bandar Lengeh on Iran's southern coast, destroying at least 16 cargo boats belonging to local residents, the town's governor said, Tasnim reported on March 20. The boats, »»»

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BNE 4h

Israeli strike kills three in rural village in Iran's East Azerbaijan province

Three people were killed and three wounded in an Israeli-US strike on the village of Dizaj Amir Madar in Osku district, East Azerbaijan province, on March 20, ILNA reported, citing the local governor. Governor Mohammad Baq»»»

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BNE 4h

Israeli-US strike destroys 16 civilian cargo boats at Bandar Lengeh commercial dock

An Israeli-US airstrike hit the commercial dock at Bandar Lengeh on Iran's southern coast, destroying at least 16 cargo boats belonging to local residents, the town's governor said, Tasnim reported on March 20. The boats, »»»

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BNE 4h

Ukraine deploys 228 counter-drone specialists to Gulf states amid Iran war

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said 228 Ukrainian counter-drone specialists are now working in Qatar, the UAE and Saudi Arabia, with further cooperation underway with Kuwait and Jordan, RBC-Ukraine reported on March 20. »»»

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BNE 4h

Ukraine deploys 228 counter-drone specialists to Gulf states amid Iran war

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said 228 Ukrainian counter-drone specialists are now working in Qatar, the UAE and Saudi Arabia, with further cooperation underway with Kuwait and Jordan, RBC-Ukraine reported on March 20. »»»

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BNE 4h

Israeli strike kills three in rural village in Iran's East Azerbaijan province

Three people were killed and three wounded in an Israeli-US strike on the village of Dizaj Amir Madar in Osku district, East Azerbaijan province, on March 20, ILNA reported, citing the local governor. Governor Mohammad Baq»»»

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BNE 4h

Israeli strike kills three in rural village in Iran's East Azerbaijan province

Three people were killed and three wounded in an Israeli-US strike on the village of Dizaj Amir Madar in Osku district, East Azerbaijan province, on March 20, ILNA reported, citing the local governor. Governor Mohammad Baq»»»

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BNE 4h

Israeli-US strike destroys 16 civilian cargo boats at Bandar Lengeh commercial dock

An Israeli-US airstrike hit the commercial dock at Bandar Lengeh on Iran's southern coast, destroying at least 16 cargo boats belonging to local residents, the town's governor said, Tasnim reported on March 20. The boats, »»»

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BNE 4h

Ukraine deploys 228 counter-drone specialists to Gulf states amid Iran war

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said 228 Ukrainian counter-drone specialists are now working in Qatar, the UAE and Saudi Arabia, with further cooperation underway with Kuwait and Jordan, RBC-Ukraine reported on March 20. »»»

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BNE 4h

Israeli-US strike destroys 16 civilian cargo boats at Bandar Lengeh commercial dock

An Israeli-US airstrike hit the commercial dock at Bandar Lengeh on Iran's southern coast, destroying at least 16 cargo boats belonging to local residents, the town's governor said, Tasnim reported on March 20. The boats, »»»

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