QNA Doha Achieving sustainable peace cannot rely on laws alone, but requires real investment in human awareness and addressing the roots of violence through awareness approaches, education on human rights, and the culture of tolerance and acceptance of others, Secretary-General of the National Huma»»»

QNA Doha Qatar Airways (QA) announced that it plans to operate a limited number of flights to Hamad International Airport on March 8 following temporary authorisation from the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority confirming a safe operating corridor. In a press release issued on Saturday, the national ca»»»

QNA Doha Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani received a telephone call from Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates of Egypt Dr. Badr Abdelatty on Saturday. Discussion during the call focused on the escalatin»»»

Khaled Al Hameidi Doha As the sun slowly descended toward the horizon and the final moments before the Maghrib call to prayer approached, the engines of hundreds of cars echoed along the wide Lusail Boulevards and the coastal areas of Katara. Chrome grills glistened under the fading light, vintage »»»

Darlene Regis As tensions in the region continue to unfold following Iranian strikes since late February, Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) in theGulf state are navigating a period marked by uncertainty, caution, and resilience. Qatar is home to a large expatriate population, including more than 200»»»

Darlene Regis The Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers (PICE) Qatar Chapter officially kicked off its 2026 term with a Leadership Induction and Technical Summit, bringing together members, industry partners, and guests to celebrate participation, continuity, and contributions across the organiza»»»

Dozens more people have been killed in Lebanon in major Israeli air and ground operations, as the war with the Iran-backed group Hezbollah continues to escalate. Overnight, one Israeli operation in a town in the eastern Bekaa Valley - a focal point of the rising hostilities - saw at least 41 people»»»

The UK government will charter a flight from Dubai early next week for British nationals wanting to leave the region, subject to the situation on the ground. The commercial flight, to leave from the United Arab Emirates (UAE), will be available for a charge. British nationals, their spouse or partn»»»

Abu Dhabi: ADNOC said its operations are continuing despite the current regional developments, confirming that established contingency protocols have been activated to safeguard personnel, assets and facilities. In a statement, the company said it is working closely with the relevant authorities to»»»

The US State Department has approved the emergency sale of 1,000-pound bombs to Israel, bypassing congressional review. The contract, worth an estimated $151.8 million, covers 12,000 BLU-110A/B bombs requested by West Jerusalem, the State Department said Friday. The announcement comes as the US-Isr»»»

The Financial Regulatory Authority (FRA) has approved the establishment of Al Ahly Green Agricultural Investment Fund Company, making it the first private equity investment fund in the Egyptian market dedicated to investment in the agricultural sector. The fund may also engage in venture capital ac»»»

One week after the start of the US and Israeli strikes against Iran, the effects are already visible on global oil markets. The escalation quickly influenced trading on international exchanges, where crude oil prices reacted to the rising uncertainty surrounding the conflict. A comparison conducted»»»

A strike targeted a military base belonging to the former paramilitary coalition Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) in northern Iraq on Saturday, two PMF sources told AFP. "An airstrike, likely American, hit a PMF base south of the city of Mosul," an official said. Another source confirmed the strik»»»

Doha, Qatar: As regional tensions continue to shape the geopolitical landscape of the Middle East, residents across Qatar have voiced strong confidence in the country’s stability, safety and preparedness. The country has consistently emphasised maintaining security, ensuring the uninterrupted avail»»»

Iran's president Masoud Pezeshkian surprised many observers when he apologised to Iran's neighbours for recent strikes against them, during an address delivered on Saturday morning as part of the country's interim leadership. Apologies between states are rare, particularly during active conflict, a»»»

Dubai: A week after the United States and Israel launched a sweeping military campaign against Iran, the conflict has rapidly expanded across the Middle East, with strikes hitting nuclear facilities, military bases and senior leadership targets inside Iran. The fighting has already killed nearly 1,»»»

An Israeli special forces operation that failed to find the remains of airman Ron Arad, captured in Lebanon in 1986, killed 41 people and wounded 40 in eastern Lebanon. Gutted buildings, torn-off roofs, munitions scattered on the ground surrounded a large crater in Nabi Sheet, the town that witness»»»

Sergio Román Carranza Förster, Spain’s ambassador to Egypt, stressed that Madrid firmly rejects military escalation in the Middle East and is calling for renewed diplomacy, while also highlighting the growing strategic partnership between Spain and Egypt. The ambassador said Spain opposes military »»»

Ahmed Rostom, Minister of Planning and Economic Development, has directed the reallocation of investment priorities for the National Investment Bank (NIB) and its investment arm NI Capital Holding, as part of efforts to enhance their role in supporting development and economic growth. Speaking duri»»»

US President Donald Trump welcomed Latin American leaders to Florida on Saturday to announce the formation of a military coalition against drug cartels, in line with an argument that he has been making throughout his second term in office. Trump has cited drug cartels as a primary reason for rampin»»»

In a significant escalation of British involvement in the Middle East, the UK Ministry of Defence announced on Saturday that the United States has begun utilising British bases for targeted defensive operations. This move aims to thwart Iranian missile launches threatening regional stability and pu»»»

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - The United States has officially recognized the current government of Venezuela, US President Donald Trump said on Saturday. "I am pleased to say that this week, we have formally recognized the Venezuelan government. We have actually legally recognized them," Trump at the Shi»»»

American bases in the Middle East are constantly facing various kinds of attacks and do not protect the countries on whose territory they are located that effectively, Turkish political scientist Umur Tugay Yucel tells Sputnik. "For a long time, the Gulf countries had unwavering trust in the Americ»»»

Rep. Darrell Issa, R-California, announced Friday he will not be seeking re-election. File Photo by Ken Cedeno/UPI | License Photo March 7 (UPI) -- Rep. Darrell Issa, R-Calif., announced he is retiring at the end of his term and put his support behind San Diego Supervisor Jim Desmond. Issa issued a»»»

DOHA: The Ministry of Defense announced that the armed forces intercepted a missile attack that targeted the State of Qatar. The announcement followed a national emergency alert on mobile phones that said the security level was elivated in the country.»»»

According to Bloomberg, the next four weeks may determine whether Europe faces a serious economic crisis or only a temporary slowdown. US strikes on Iran, announced by President Donald Trump and expected to last about a month, have pushed energy prices higher and increased tension on global markets»»»

Polish government bonds experienced their biggest sell off since November 2022 as rising energy prices and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East triggered market panic. Investors fear that instability in the Persian Gulf, which supplies about one fifth of global energy resources, could push infl»»»

Poland’s president signed an amendment to the National Cybersecurity System Act implementing the EU NIS2 directive, starting a preparation period for companies. The new rules will take effect one month after publication in the Journal of Laws and will require firms to assess whether they fall under»»»

The 48-year-old man who threatened to blow himself up outside Athens Police Headquarters (GADA) on Friday evening has been arrested fifteen times since 2008, police said. According to police records, the suspect had previously been detained for drug possession and theft, authorities said. He was la»»»

Edi Rama inspected on Saturday the provisional road built along the Librazhd–Prrenjas Road, which authorities say has now been stabilized and reopened to normal traffic. The Albanian prime minister was joined by the newly appointed Minister of Infrastructure and Energy, Enea Karakaçi, during the vi»»»

The effects of the war unfolding between the United States, Israel, and Iran have found their way to the global aviation industry. Within hours of the first bombs, airspace closed, key Arab Gulf airports suspended operations, flights were cancelled, passengers were stranded, airline share prices fe»»»

Sali Berisha, the leader of the Democratic Party of Albania, held a live conversation with citizens on social media where he commented on the recent changes within the Albanian government. During the discussion with the media, Saturday, Berisha addressed the transfer of responsibilities in the Mini»»»

Iran will continue to defend itself if the "aggression from the American and Israeli side continues", the Iranian ambassador to the UK has told the BBC. While on Saturday Iran's president apologised to its Gulf neighbours and promised to stop attacks, Seyed Ali Mousavi told Sunday with Laura Kuenss»»»

Dubai: SalamAir has announced a temporary suspension of flights to multiple destinations due to airspace closures caused by ongoing regional developments. The airline said the safety of passengers and crew remains its top priority. Flights to and from Iraq, Lebanon, and Iran will be suspended until»»»

Share: PHOTO- Smoke rises from the site of an Israeli airstrike in Beirut’s southern suburbs © Ibrahim Amro, AFP US President Donald Trump on Friday said that there would be no deal struck with Iran unless the Islamic Republic surrendered unconditionally. The US-Israeli war against Iran has escalat»»»

Dubai: Air Arabia has announced that it has resumed a limited number of flights to and from the UAE, starting Saturday, 7 March. Passengers are advised to check the current flight schedule on the airline’s Travel Update page before making any travel plans. Customers whose flights were previously ca»»»

Nepal: Nepal's rapper-turned-mayor Balendra Shah won a dramatic parliamentary contest on Saturday, defeating veteran leader KP Sharma Oli in the former prime minister's own constituency after staking his political future on the challenge. Shah's victory over the veteran Marxist leader marks one of »»»

Etihad Airways has released an updated flight schedule for the coming days as operations gradually resume. The airline said guests with existing bookings will be accommodated on available flights as soon as possible, with tickets also available via its official website. Also Read: Emirates, flyduba»»»

The head of the British military has told the BBC he "completely rejects" criticism that the UK had been ill-prepared for the conflict in the Middle East. Speaking on Saturday as war continued in the region, Chief of the Defence Staff Sir Richard Knighton said it was "probably the most dangerous ti»»»

US President Donald Trump said Iran would be "hit very hard" on Saturday and that he was considering widening the ‌areas and ‌groups of ‌people ⁠being, targeted, without providing ⁠details. "Today Iran will be hit very hard! Under serious consideration for complete destruction and ⁠certain death, b»»»

The political crisis in the country was not created by GERB, party leader Boyko Borissov said on Saturday after inspecting the facilities of the new St Anastasia Children's Hospital in Burgas. “We are not the creators of the political crisis. We are only warning about it,” Borissov said. According »»»

My heart says India must win the T20 World Cup final. India are defenitely the favourites here. Playing at home, in front of a packed stadium and millions watching across the country, this is the moment Indian fans have been waiting for. The pressure is enormous and expectations are even bigger. If»»»

Nearly 1,000 migrants reached the island of Crete and the remote island of Gavdos within 48 hours this week, arriving from Libya in what authorities describe as a significant surge in crossings. Greek coast guard units responded to 15 separate rescue incidents involving vessels in distress south of»»»

Missiles and drones are core elements of Iran’s military power. The country has relied on them heavily and almost exclusively in its fight against the US and Israel. The Iranian air force can’t be trusted because it has antiquated equipment dating to the Shah era, and while the Iranian navy has som»»»

Doha, Qatar: Through its National Emergency Alert, social media posts and video messages, the Ministry of Interior (MoI) has frequently alerted citizens, residents and visitors on the importance of staying indoors or in a safe location when they hear sounds of interceptions. In a latest post on its»»»

Tourism Ministry expects a good summer season, caretaker Tourism Minister Irena Georgieva said in an interview for the Darik Radio on Saturday. Georgieva noted that several factors need to be coordinated by the administration in preparation for the season. In this regard, she said she held meetings»»»

In the long journey of nations, there come moments when the balance of industry and wealth shifts as the tide shifts upon the sea. So it may be with the world economy in the years ahead. Figures drawn from the estimations of Goldman Sachs suggest that by the middle of this century, around 2050, the»»»

Residents of Silistra blocked the road leading to the border checkpoint with Romania in protest against high electricity bills. Some of the demonstrators waved Bulgarian flags and carried banners with messages such as “No to monopolies!”, “Stop robbing the people”, and “No to the energy mafia”. The»»»

Sharjah: Eid Al Fitr is expected to fall on Friday, March 20, 2026, according to astronomical calculations announced by the Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences and Technology. The academy’s astronomical observatory said its calculations indicate that Ramadan 1447 AH will complete 30 days,»»»

Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani received Saturday a telephone call from Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates of the Arab Republic of Egypt HE Dr. Badr Abdelatty. Discussion during the call»»»