IRGC: Tenth Wave of Missile Fire Targeted Israeli Governmental Complex in Tel Aviv
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) issued on Monday a statement that indicated that the Zionist governmental complex in Tel Aviv, military and security centers in Haifa, and Jerusalem were among the targets of the tenth wave of the Operation True Promise 4. The sound of sirens will never »»»
Drink driving crackdown nets 270 motorists in four days
About one in 136 motorists failed their breathalyser tests during targeted drink driving tests in the Greater Athens region over the past four days, police said Monday. A police statement said 36,725 people were stopped for spot checks since early Thursday, and 270 were found to be over the legal b»»»
Canada and India Strike Agreements on Rare Earth, Uranium
India and Canada on Monday reached a string of agreements, including on critical mineral cooperation and a "landmark" uranium supply deal for nuclear power, the countries' leaders said in New Delhi. The pacts, which also covered technology and promoting the use of renewable energy, were announced a»»»
Middle East travel chaos leaves hundreds of thousands stranded (VIDEOS)
Hundreds of thousands travelers have been stranded across the Middle East following airspace closures triggered by unprovoked US-Israeli strikes on Iran, according to flight analytics firms. Massive strikes against Tehran began Saturday, killing Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, top of»»»
US mass shooting possibly motivated by Iran strikes – media (VIDEOS)
The gunman who killed two people and injured over a dozen in Texas may have been motivated by US strikes on Iran that killed the country’s supreme leader and caused widespread civilian casualties, according to law enforcement sources cited by US media. The attack occurred in a busy nightlife distri»»»
Unauthorized war or justified action? US Congress split on Iran strikes
US President Donald Trump’s unilateral decision to launch strikes against Iran has met a mixed response in Congress, as lawmakers are split over the issue, mostly along party lines. Democrats are now seeking to stop the campaign under the 1973 War Powers Act. The US and Israel launched the attack o»»»
Qatar reports Iranian missile attacks on energy sites, no injuries
DOHA, March 2 (KUNA) - Qatar's Ministry of Defense affirmed Monday that the country was targeted by two Iranian drones, striking a water tank at a power plant in Mesaieed, while the other targeted an energy facility in Ras Laffan Industrial City belonging to QatarEnergy, no human casualties were re»»»
Falcon Defence enters Romanian market with EUR 253 million contracts for artillery ammunition
Falcon Defence, part of the Falcon Group, has announced its entry on the Romanian market through the launch of an integrated production platform for energetic materials and artillery ammunition, backed by firm contracts worth 253 million euro for 2026 deliveries. The contracts will be fulfilled thr»»»
Nearly one third of the global food production lost (WWF North Africa)
Tunis, March 2 (TAP) – World food waste is a huge resource depletion equivalent to thirty years of drinking water for every single person in the world, the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF)-North Africa said Nearly one third of the global food...»»»
Markets swing on Hormuz risk with oil higher, gold firmer and rate-cut bets tested
Dubai: Oil and gold surged at the start of the week after the flare-up in the US-Israel-Iran conflict pushed investors toward safety and forced markets to reassess how long higher energy prices could last. Brent crude briefly pushed above $82 a barrel in Asian trading before settling near $78, up r»»»
We are a country united: UAE's resilience shines through in face of adversity
Dear reader. We live in unprecedented times. I'm sure you are all feeling rocked by recent events that continue to impact us all in different ways. However, the resilience, calmness and confidence of those living here has shone through and we know that the UAE will only be stronger for this experie»»»
Unified Chambers of Commerce Digital System launched - to develop electronic services within Libya’s chambers of commerce
At an official ceremony held yesterday at its Tripoli headquarters, the Libyan General Union of Chambers of Commerce launched the Unified Digital System for Chambers of Commerce – to develop electronic services within Libya’s chambers of commerce. Libya’s Ministry of Economy and Trade said this ini»»»
Saudi Arabia halts some operations at massive Ras Tanura refinery
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia's energy ministry said some operations at its massive Ras Tanura refinery on the Gulf coast had been halted on Monday, following an attack that caused a fire at the complex, which was eventually brought under control. The Ras Tanura facility along the kingdom's ea»»»
India’s BLS International issues advisory for Middle East applicants
Dubai: India's BLS International which operates passport and visa processing services in multiple countries including the UAE, has issued an advisory to applicants in the Middle East, warning of possible disruptions to appointment schedules and processing timelines due to the current regional situa»»»
Bulgaria Boosts Security Around Airports as US Military Planes Operate Amid Middle East Crisis
Bulgaria has stepped up security measures around airports and sites hosting American and Israeli personnel amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. Chief Commissioner Lyubomir Nikolov, director of the Sofia Directorate of Internal Affairs, confirmed that police presence has been increased at th»»»
Indian Police Clash with Pro-Khamenei Protesters in Kashmir
Police in Indian-administered Kashmir fired teargas on Monday during clashes with thousands of demonstrators protesting the killing of Iran's supreme leader Ali Khamenei for a second day in a row. The clashes came a day after tens of thousands of people in the Muslim-majority region joined peaceful»»»
Kuwait FM receives phone call from Latvian counterpart
KUWAIT, March 2 (KUNA) -- Kuwait Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah received on Monday a phone call from Latvian counterpart Baiba Braze condemning the Iranian aggression.During the phone call, he affirmed condemnation of the Iranian aggression that targeted Kuwait an»»»
Iraq extends airspace closure for additional 48 hours amid regional tensions
BAGHDAD, March 2 (KUNA) -- Iraq's Civil Aviation Authority announced on Monday that it has prolonged the country's airspace restriction for another 48 hours.In a statement, the authority said the suspension of all arriving, departing, and transit flights will last until 12:00 p.m. local time (0900 »»»
Geagea urges govt. to declare Hezbollah 'outlawed organization'
Lebanese Forces chief Samir Geagea on Monday warned that “the only thing that can save Lebanon from inevitable collapse” is for the Lebanese government to “declare Hezbollah an outlawed organization,” after the group fired rockets on Israel and the Israeli army began a wave of airstrikes on Lebanon»»»
Canadian Embassy issues advisory for nationals in UAE
Abu Dhabi: The Embassy of Canada to the United Arab Emirates and the Consulate General of Canada in Dubai have issued a security advisory to Canadians residing in or visiting the UAE, citing rapidly evolving regional tensions linked to the situation involving Iran. In a public communication, Canadi»»»
'Safer even with missiles flying': Telegram CEO Pavel Durov and Elon Musk defend Dubai amid regional tensions
Dubai: As regional tensions continue to weigh on the Gulf, a high-profile public exchange between two of the world's most prominent technology executives has drawn renewed attention to the UAE's safety profile with both defending Dubai as statistically safer than many European cities, even as missi»»»
Sirens sounded in Gush Dan: Israeli media - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Sirens sounded in Gush Dan: Israeli media 02-03-2026 12:37 PM Latest News Urgent News Sirens sounded in Gush Dan: Israeli media 12:37 Israe»»»
Iran drones target Mesaieed power plant, QatarEnergy Ras Laffan facility: Ministry of Defense
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Defense issued a statement on Monday, March 2, stating that Qatar was attacked by two drones launched from the Republic of Iran. In a statement posted on X, the Ministry stated, "One drone targeted a water tank belonging to a power plant in Mesaieed, and the other targe»»»
Jordan announces partial closure of airspace
Amman, Jordan: Chairman of the Board of Commissioners of the Civil Aviation Regulatory Authority (CARA), Dhaifallah Al-Farjat, announced the decision to partially and temporarily close Jordanian airspace to all incoming, departing and transiting aircraft, in light of current regional developments a»»»
Trade, trust and security: Carney visit resets India ties
New Delhi: India and Canada on Monday reached a string of agreements, including on critical mineral cooperation and a “landmark” uranium supply deal for nuclear power, the countries’ leaders said in New Delhi. The pacts, which also covered technology and promoting the use of renewable energy, were »»»
Oil tanker attacked off Oman coast, one crew member killed
Dubai/Oman: An oil tanker flying the flag of the Republic of the Marshall Islands was attacked by an unmanned boat about 52 nautical miles off the coast of Muscat, leaving one crew member dead, the Omani Maritime Security Centre said. The attack comes amid an already tense regional situation involv»»»
Bulgarian Socialist Party to Play "Significant Role" in Next Parliament, Says Party Chair at Election Registration
The BSP-United Left coalition submitted documents and 7,930 signatures to the Central Election Commission (CEC) on Monday to register for the snap parliamentary elections scheduled for April 19. "We are registering for these elections with the ambition to return Bulgarian politics to the track of n»»»
Media Review: March 2
Media coverage of the US and Israeli air strikes on Iran has focused on three key issues: the scope of the Middle East conflict, its potential consequences for energy markets, and the situation of Bulgarians stranded in Iran and the wider region. AUTHORITIES' RESPONSE Interviewed by bTV on Sunday e»»»
Eugen Radulescu (BNR) : Foreign exchange market
The foreign exchange market "caught fire" before the second round of the presidential elections, and Romania lost eight billion euros of its foreign exchange reserves in two days, through interventions aimed at calming the extremely strong depreciation, Eugen Radulescu, advisor to the BNR governor,»»»
Arabian Gulf Oil Company launches second phase of “Think About Tomorrow” Initiative by planting 30 hectares around Al-Nafoura Field
Libya’s Arabian Gulf Oil Company (AGOCO) reported yesterday that new afforestation work has begun in the areas surrounding its Al-Nafoura oil field, covering an estimated 30 hectares. This is part of the ongoing “Think About Tomorrow” initiative launched by the National Oil Corporation (NOC) to enh»»»
Israeli warplanes carry out an air raid on Houla border town, South Lebanon: Al-Manar reporter - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Central Bank Chief: Euro Adoption Successful, Growth Steady, Inflation Easing in Bulgaria
Bulgarian National Bank Governor Dimitar Radev took part in a meeting of EU Heads of Mission held under the European Presidency of the Republic of Cyprus. The discussion was organized at the initiative of Cyprus’ Ambassador to Sofia, H.E. Charalambos Kafkarides. Addressing the diplomats, Radev outl»»»
Israel army says no reason for Lebanon ground invasion for now
Israel's military said Monday there was no reason to launch a ground invasion of Lebanon "imminently" after an overnight attack from Hezbollah prompted Israel to retaliate with air strikes. "There is nothing on the ground that constitutes going into ground invasion.. imminently," military spokesman»»»
US- Israel war on Iran: Etihad extends Abu Dhabi flights suspension to March 3
Abu Dhabi: UAE's national carrier Etihad Airways has suspended all flights to and from the capital until 2 pm UAE time on Tuesday, March 3. Stay updated: Get the latest faster by downloading the Gulf News app - it's completely free. Click here for Apple or here for Android. You can also find us on »»»
Abu Dhabi bank platforms hit by technical glitch
Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank said on Monday that technical issues were affecting some of its platforms and mobile app users. The outage at the UAE lender comes as Amazon Cloud's unit AWS' data centers in Bahrain and the UAE faced power and connectivity issues on Monday following Irania»»»
UAE air defence neutralises drone in Ras Al Khaimah
Ras Al Khaimah: Authorities in Ras Al Khaimah said they responded on Tuesday morning to an incident in the Al Hamra Village area after debris fell following the successful interception of an Iranian drone by air defence systems. No injuries were reported, according to the Ras Al Khaimah Government »»»
Fire at the Ras Tanura refinery brought under control
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: An official source at the Ministry of Energy stated that at 7:04 a.m. on Monday, the Ras Tanura oil refinery sustained limited damage as a result of debris from the interception of two drones in its vicinity, the Saudi Press Agency reports. The incident resulted in a limited f»»»
Dubai Bling star Farhana Bodi show faith amid global tensions: 'Alhamdulillah, we’re safe'
Dubai: Farhana Bodi, the Dubai Bling star, reassured fans on social media that she and her family are safe amid recent global tensions. “Alhamdulillah, we're safe. We're good,” she said in a video. “I received so many messages from my friends, well-wishers, and family from all around the world. I r»»»
No mass repatriation yet for Filipinos in Middle East, Israel; stranded passengers safely returned
Dubai: The Philippine Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) has clarified that there is currently no order for mass repatriation of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in the Gulf and Israel despite escalating tensions in parts of the Middle East. During a Palace briefing, DMW secretary Hans Cacdac has »»»
Amir receives telephone call from president of Maldives
DOHA: His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani received a telephone call from President of the Republic of Maldives HE Dr Mohamed Muizzu. At the beginning of the call, the Maldivian president inquired about the situation in Qatar following the brutal Iranian attac»»»
Shipping minister says 85 Greek seamen in Gulf, all well
Ten Greek-flagged merchant ships with 85 Greek seamen on board are in the Persian Gulf, inside the Strait of Hormuz amid the US and Israeli attacks on Iran, Greece’s minister for shipping said Monday. Vassilis Kikilias said another five Greek-flagged vessels are waiting outside the strait, while a »»»
EGX Closes February on Firm Footing as Domestic Buying Counters Foreign Outflows
Egypt’s stock market closed the week of Sunday 22 to Thursday 26 February 2026 in positive territory, rounding off a period marked by alternating sessions and shifting investor sentiment before ending firmly in the green on Thursday. The benchmark EGX30 gained 0.41% to close at 49,212.83 points on »»»
Strait of Hormuz: Mapping Global Energy Artery
After US–Israel strikes on Iran, traffic through the Strait of Hormuz—the Gulf’s main oil artery—has sharply slowed. Around 20% of global oil and more than 35% of LNG normally pass through the narrow strait, and even short disruptions can send shockwaves through global energy markets.Check out Sput»»»
Israel army says struck senior Hezbollah operative in Dahieh
Israel's military said Monday it struck a senior Hezbollah operative in Beirut, with the defense minister saying the Lebanese group's chief Naim Qassem is "a marked target". "A short while ago, the (Israeli military) precisely struck a senior Hezbollah terrorist in Beirut," the military said. AFPTV»»»
Mabruk field resumes production at 25,000 barrels per day following successful commissioning of new early production unit
Libya’s state National Oil Corporation (NOC) announced yesterday that Mabruk oil field, operated by Mabruk Oil Operations Company, officially resumed production increases last Saturday (28 February) following the successful commissioning of a new early production unit. Initial pumping rates are bet»»»
Qatar, regional states, US condemn Iranian missile and drone attacks: Joint Statement
Doha, Qatar: Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, and the United States of America strongly condemn the indiscriminate and reckless attacks by the Islamic Republic of Iran using missiles and drones against sovereign territories across the region. It said that thes»»»
Bulgaria Steps Up Security at Airports, Israeli and US-Linked Sites
“We are actively coordinating with other institutions, and police presence has been increased at sites linked to Israeli and American interests,” said the Director of the Sofia Directorate of Interior, Chief Commissioner Lyubomir Nikolov, speaking to journalists on Monday in connection with the sit»»»
Gulf countries and US unite against Iranian aggression
Dubai: Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, the UAE, and the United States have issued a joint statement strongly condemning the indiscriminate missile and drone attacks carried out by the Islamic Republic of Iran against sovereign territories in the region, according to the Qatar News Age»»»
IRGC Claims Strike on Netanyahu’s Office
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed responsibility for a strike targeting the office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu earlier this morning. According to the IRGC statement, the site was hit during ongoing hostilities between Iran and Israel. The group did not pro»»»
Vodafone Romania partners with Satellite Connect Europe for direct-to-device satellite trials
Vodafone Romania has announced a collaboration with Satellite Connect Europe to test open-access ‘direct-to-device’ (D2D) satellite connectivity services in Romania during summer 2026. This marks the first step in the partnership between the two companies to deliver seamless satellite coverage to c»»»