Leaked photo, hot tub, and Pizzagate - video of Clintons' testimony on Epstein ties released
Hillary Clinton nearly stormed out of her closed-door testimony to US lawmakers about Jeffrey Epstein after a photo of her from the deposition was leaked, newly released video footage shows. "I'm done with this. If you guys are doing that, I am done," the former US Secretary of State said when told»»»
Statement by UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs in response to inaccurate reporting by Bloomberg
ABU DHABI: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs categorically has rejected the false and misleading claims published by Bloomberg regarding the United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) advanced defensive capabilities. These assertions are unfounded and misrepresent the UAE’s high level of preparedness, technological»»»
Nato, Canada step up support for US vs Iran, Trump hailed as 'leader of the free world'
Leaders of the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (Nato) and Canada have stepped up support for the US military action in Iran. On Monday, Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte's emphatic endorsement of President Donald Trump's military operation against Iran, dubbed "Operation Epic Fury." The Nato pac»»»
House committee releases Clinton deposition videos - UPI.com
A Congressional committee released video footage of their interviews with former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, pictured before the second inauguration of President Donald Trump, about their connections and relationships with deceased sex predator Jeffrey Epst»»»
Catastrophic miscalculation: How Iran widened its own war
It is well known that Iran’s exposure to US-Israeli attacks did not come as a surprise to anyone — neither to the Iranian regime itself nor to observers and experts. Indeed, it can be argued that this war was preceded by signs and indicators that all but revealed its timing, trajectory, and objecti»»»
Fog warning as visibility drops to near zero over western inland areas
The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has warned of a chance of fog formation and deteriorating horizontal visibility at times, dropping to near zero over some western inland areas from 1:20 am until 9:30 am this morning. The alert comes as the country braces for unsettled conditions and a marke»»»
Trump: US intends to continue assault on Iran for four to five weeks
WASHINGTON, March 2 (KUNA) - US President Donald Trump has stated that the US military intends to maintain combat operations against Iran for "four to five weeks" if necessary.In a phone interview with the New York Times, President Trump insisted the Pentagon retained plenty of forces, missiles and»»»
Flood risk to accompany rounds of severe weather in central U.S. through Sunday - UPI.com
Much-needed rain drenching large parts of the central United States over the next week will bring relief to areas that have struggled with drought since autumn. However, the beneficial rain may also trigger flooding in some communities. Multiple rounds of rain and thunderstorms will unfold as a ser»»»
Oil shipping, insurance costs spike as Hormuz tensions test UAE trade routes
Dubai: Oil freight rates are surging and maritime traffic is stalling around the Strait of Hormuz, putting the UAE at the center of a rapidly escalating disruption to global energy and trade flows. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Stay updated: Get the latest faster by »»»
Should Indian expats in UAE register with Embassy?
Abu Dhabi: A WhatsApp message urging Indian expats in the UAE to register their details with the Indian Embassy has gone viral, sparking widespread confusion among the expat community amid the escalating US-Israel-Iran war that has led to unprecedented situation in the country. The message, titled »»»
Judge rules DHS can't block ICE detention visits by Congress - UPI.com
Thousands of protesters turn out for a rally in Dolores Park and march as part of the nationwide 'ICE Out" strike in San Francisco on January 30. On Monday, a federal judge said the Department of Homeland Security can't force members of Congress to give a seven-day notice before visiting ICE detent»»»
Qatar's International Media Office issues response to an article published by Bloomberg
Doha, Qatar: The International Media Office of the State of Qatar issued a response to an article publised by Bloomberg. The IMO stated that "contrary to reporting by Bloomberg on Monday evening, the inventory of Patriot interceptor missiles held by the Qatar Armed Forces has not been depleted and »»»
Oil and gas surge as Iran war disrupts M-E output
Agencies New York Oil and gas prices surged on Monday as Israeli and US strikes on Iran and retaliation by Tehran forced shutdowns of oil and gas facilities across the Middle East and disrupted shipping in the crucial Strait of Hormuz. A sustained rise in oil prices would endanger a global economi»»»
Longines Global Champions Tour season-opener postponed
Tribune News Network Doha The Longines Global Champions Tour (LGCT) scheduled to take place from 4 to 7 March 2026 at Al Shaqab has been postponed in light of the current developments and evolving situation in the region. The Organizing Committee of the Doha Equestrian Tour said that the safety and»»»
Trump's 4 objectives in Iran explained
US President Donald Trump has issued a statement from the White House outlining four clear objectives for the ongoing US military operation against Iran on Monday (March 2, 2026). It was Trump's first public statement since the launch of "Operation Epic Fury" on Saturday. Also In This Package Trump»»»
GCC envoys in Washington condemn Iranian strikes on member states
WASHINGTON, March 1 (KUNA) - Ambassadors of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) to the United States expressed, in a statement sent to US Secretary State Marco Rubio on Sunday, their strongest condemnation of the recent Iranian missile attacks targeting GCC countries.The GCC Ambassadors stressed that Ir»»»
Starmer allows US to use UK bases against Iranian missilesآ’ threat
LONDON, March 1 (KUNA) -- UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Sunday that the US has asked permission to use British bases to target locations where Iranian missiles were stored and launched, indicated that it was granted.In a video posted on X, Starmer said, "The United States has requested permis»»»
'Everything has changed': Missile attacks shatter Dubai's safe haven image
When Will Bailey stepped off a plane in Dubai in the early hours of Saturday morning, it was supposed to mark a new chapter in his life. The fitness influencer from the UK had made the trip with the intention of relocating his coaching business there and securing residency. But within 24 hours of h»»»
US pres. condemns Iranian aggression on Bahrain
MANAMA, March 1 (KUNA) -- US President Donald Trump condemned during a phone call Sunday with the King of Bahrain Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the Iranian aggression that targeted Bahraini territories.He affirmed the US support and solidarity with Bahrain and its readiness to provide all forms of assi»»»
US embassy in Jordan temporarily evacuated amid tensions
Dubai: The US Embassy in Jordan has been temporarily evacuated as a precautionary measure amid heightened regional tensions, according to a security alert issued by the US State Department’s Smart Traveller Enrollment Programme (STEP). Registered users of the programme received an email notificatio»»»
What is behind the strategy to take out Iran's leadership?
The US and Israel have said they have air superiority over parts of Iran, allowing their jets to strike targets at will. They have also displayed a kind of intelligence superiority, a dominance which has allowed them to find and kill multiple Iranian leaders. But what is the strategy behind this? O»»»
Lebanese state bans Hezbollah military activities amid Israeli attacks
Lebanon's government on Monday took the unprecedented step of banning Hezbollah's military and security activity, prompting the Iran-backed group to lash out at the decision. Hezbollah is represented in both the government and parliament, and the move came hours after it announced it had launched r»»»
The US Has Interest in Sealing a Deal on Ukraine With Russia - Expert
Washington is interested in striking a peace deal with Russia rather than escalating the Ukraine conflict, political scientist Alexander Asafov, member of the Russian Association of Political Consultants, tells Sputnik. Russia has already presented its own proposals: the objectives of the special m»»»
Kuwait mourns navy staff sergeant killed on duty
Dubai: Kuwait’s General Staff of the Armed Forces on Monday announced the death of Staff Sergeant Waleed Majeed Suleiman, a member of the Kuwaiti Army’s naval force, who was killed in the line of duty while carrying out national military tasks. In a statement, the General Staff said the soldier had»»»
Man sentenced after escaping guarded ward in Thessaloniki hospital
A man who escaped from a guarded hospital ward in Thessaloniki on Clean Monday was sentenced to six months in prison by a local court, authorities said. The 47-year-old had been detained under a warrant after allegedly violating restrictive conditions tied to a previous release. He had been serving»»»
Ukraine Talks: Russia and US Have a Long Record of Striking Pragmatic Deals – Expert
The US is very shrewd and focused on making a deal, Bureau of Military-Political Analysis head Alexander Mikhailov told Sputnik while commenting on the US-Russia peace talks on Ukraine. "The only area where one can currently engage with the Americans is the question of the economic benefits—or lack»»»
France to boost nuclear arsenal and extend deterrence to European allies
France is to boost its nuclear arsenal and extend the deterrent to cover other European countries, in a major development of its nuclear defence policy. In a speech in Brittany, President Emmanuel Macron explained the changes as the response to an increasingly unstable strategic environment. "The n»»»
RTA, Dubai Police allow trucks to use all roads across Dubai until Wednesday evening
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Dubai Police General Headquarters have announced that trucks will be permitted to use all roads across Dubai around the clock until Wednesday evening, Mar 4. The measure aims to support the logistics sector and ensure smooth flow of supply chains acro»»»
Iran vows prolonged conflict as U.S.-Israeli strikes intensify
Iranian officials said Monday that Tehran had prepared for a prolonged confrontation and would continue targeting U.S. bases across the region, as fighting with the United States and Israel entered its third day and expanded across multiple fronts. Ali Larijani, secretary of Iran’s Supreme National»»»
UN Chief Calls for Israel to Re-Open Gaza Crossings amid Fuel Shortage
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called Monday for Israel to re-open border crossings into Gaza to allow aid to flow into the war-ravaged territory, his spokesman said. "Israeli authorities have closed all crossings, including Rafah, and have suspended humanitarian movements in and near areas »»»
Lebanon bans Hezbollah military activities, to arrest violators immediately – Ya Libnan
Share: Israel bombed Beirut’s southern suburbs after Hezbollah launched an attack against it © IBRAHIM AMRO / AFP Lebanon’s government has finally decided on an “immediate ban” of Iran-backed Hezbollah’s military and security activity, Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said Monday, in an unprecedented mov»»»
Dubai Police alert residents to new rental scam online
Dubai: Dubai Police have warned residents about fraudulent rental advertisements circulating on social media and online platforms, where scammers lure victims with apartments offered at prices far below market rates. The warning was issued by the Anti-Fraud Centre at the General Department of Crimi»»»
Schneider Electric completes Sustainability Impact (SSI) 2021–2025 program, setting stage for next chapter
Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, today published its 2025 extra-financial results, marking the conclusion of its Schneider Sustainability Impact (SSI) 2021–2025 program. Over the past five years, the Group has reported measurable progress across climate, social, and governance»»»
PM Aldabaiba discusses with Shell activating January’s MoU expediting its return to the Libyan market - supporting its exploration and development programmes
Tripoli based Libyan Prime Minister Abd Alhamid Aldabaiba received a high-level delegation from the British company Shell on today. The delegation included Richard Howe, Executive Vice President of Conventional Oil and Gas; Fakher Bader, Vice President and Head of the UAE and Iraq branch; and Marti»»»
President Iotova Urges Talks as Middle East Conflict Escalates
President Iliana Iotova said Monday that the conflict in the Middle East could not be resolved by military action and urged talks. She added there was no immediate threat to Bulgaria’s national security and that the priority was getting Bulgarian citizens out once affected countries reopen their ai»»»
Trump Says He Ordered Iran Strikes to Thwart Tehran’s Nuclear, Missile Programs
US President Donald Trump said on Monday he had ordered the attack on Iran to thwart Tehran's nuclear development and a ballistic missile program that he said was growing rapidly. Trump offered his most extensive comments about the war beyond two video messages and a series of brief phone interview»»»
Russian agents raid Ukraine-linked terrorist and fraud networks (VIDEO)
The Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) has shut down more than 100 illegal communication channels used by Ukrainian intelligence services to entrap Russian citizens in “sabotage and terrorist activities,” the agency said in a statement on Monday. The channels were also allegedly used to distrib»»»
Trump: US strikes on Iran ongoing, "major wave" yet to come
WASHINGTON, March 2 (KUNA) -- US President Donald Trump said Monday that the United States is delivering heavy strikes against Iran as part of the military operation he announced earlier, stressing that the "major wave" of attacks has not yet occurred.In an interview with CNN, Trump said, "We are h»»»
Trump Doesn’t Rule Out Sending US Troops into Iran
President Donald Trump on Monday said he is not ruling out sending US troops into Iran, while threatening a new, "big wave" of attacks. The 79-year-old Republican has long campaigned against decades of US military entanglements in the Middle East, but ordered a large-scale war against Iran starting»»»
Prolonged Hormuz Closure Could Unleash Multi-Year Oil Price Shock – Energy Expert
Closure of the Strait of Hormuz sends shockwaves through markets, with Citi projecting Brent crude could surge to $80–$90 a barrel (bbl) this week. "According to market reports, war risk underwriters began canceling policies for strait transits hours after Operation Epic Fury launched," Dr. Tilak K»»»
Russian Ambassador Climbs Shipka Peak to Rebuke Bulgaria’s New Government
Just a day before Bulgaria’s national holiday on March 3, Russian Ambassador Eleonora Mitrofanova made a striking appearance on Shipka Peak, using the occasion to openly criticize the caretaker government. Speaking to the state-run TASS news agency, Mitrofanova said the tone of Bulgaria’s new autho»»»
Switzerland to pay EU €375m annually for free movement and single-market access
Switzerland will pay the EU €375m per year to get access to its single market as part of an agreement announced Monday (2 March). The deal will also mean unfettered freedom of movement for Swiss nationals and for their EU counterparts to live and work in Switzerland — despite a cap on movement havi»»»
Bird Flu Outbreak Detected at Farm with Some 100,000 Mule Ducks in Southern Bulgaria
An outbreak of bird flu has been detected at a farm with around 100,000 mule ducks near the village of Voyvodovo in the Haskovo Region (Southern Bulgaria), Haskovo's Regional Food Safety Directorate Head Georgi Iliev announced at an extraordinary meeting of the Regional Epizootic Commission on Mond»»»
Electricity Minister reassures MPs on national grid security, supply stability
Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy Mahmoud Esmat met with Hesham Badawi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, ahead of his scheduled appearance before the Energy and Environment Committee, as part of ongoing coordination between the government and Parliament. The meeting was held at P»»»
Freight prices to increase as shipowners add war subsidies
Major shipping lines have introduced emergency war risk surcharges of $1,500–4,000 per container for cargo to and from the Middle East, following escalating attacks near the Strait of Hormuz. However, many carriers have effectively suspended transit through the strait and are rerouting vessels arou»»»
Melania Trump to Chair UN Security Council as Iran War Rages
First Lady Melania Trump is slated to chair a UN Security Council meeting on Monday, an appearance that was announced last week before the United States launched its war against Iran. Her office said the former model would "make history at the United Nations, taking the gavel as the United States a»»»
UAE intercepts 9 ballistic missiles, 6 cruise missiles and 148 drones
Abu Dhabi: The UAE Ministry of Defence said on Monday that the country’s air defence systems had successfully intercepted and destroyed nine ballistic missiles, six cruise missiles and 148 drones during attacks launched by Iran. In a detailed update, the ministry said that since the beginning of th»»»
Lost Rembrandt painting verified by Dutch art experts - UPI.com
A researcher explains the newly discovered 1633 work "The Vision of Zechariah in the Temple" by artist Rembrandt van Rijn in the studio building of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Netherlands, Monday. The painting had been lost for decades. Photo by Koen van Weel/EPA March 2 (UPI) -- Art experts in t»»»
Hezbollah and Iran-backed militias have entered the widening war — here’s who they are and how strong they are now
Dubai: As the war between Iran and US-Israeli forces widens, Iranian-backed armed groups across the Middle East are entering the fight, opening new fronts from Lebanon to Iraq and increasing the risk of a broader regional confrontation. These groups are often described as Tehran’s “proxies.” But th»»»
Minister Motyka for CIS: Poland’s energy security is safe
Rising tensions around Iran have revived concerns about Europe’s energy security and potential fuel price increases. In an interview with WNP, Energy Minister Miłosz Motyka said Poland does not currently see any threat to its energy security and that oil and gas supplies remain stable. He stressed »»»