US Says ‘Took Out’ Iran Base Threatening Blocked Hormuz Oil Route
The US military declared on Saturday it had taken out an Iranian bunker housing weapons threatening oil and gas shipments in the Strait of Hormuz. The US statement appeared designed to calm the concerns of energy markets and of Washington's skeptical international allies, more than 20 of whom issue»»»
Iran ‘Unsuccessfully’ Targeted Diego Garcia Base, Reveals Source
Iran was "unsuccessful" in targeting the joint UK-US Indian Ocean military base at Diego Garcia, a UK official source confirmed to AFP on Saturday, after the Wall Street Journal reported Tehran fired two ballistic missiles at it. Diego Garcia, which is around 2,500 miles (4,000 kilometers) from Ira»»»
"Use of water as weapon directly threatens water security in Middle East” (Head of ANFS)
Tunis, March 21 (TAP/Interview by Meriem Kadhraoui) - Rising risks to water security in the Middle East are intensifying amid the war against Iran, in a context of ongoing regional conflicts where water-related infrastructure is becoming a direct...»»»
CC-DB Launches Election Campaign in Vratsa, Ties Fight against Corruption to Future of Youth in Region
The Continue the Change – Democratic Bulgaria coalition has launched its election campaign in Vratsa with an event in the city's centre, where representatives spoke with citizens and presented their priorities. More than 1,000 “anti-corruption protocols” were distributed from a campaign booth, outl»»»
MoI clarifies National Warning System alerts only activated when urgent, additional precautionary measures required for public safety
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Interior (MoI) confirmed that National Warning System alerts are only activated when urgent, additional precautionary measures are required for public safety. In a statement, the MoI urged everyone to strictly adhere to the instructions provided in these alerts, includi»»»
Al-Manar reporter: Missile salvo targets Israeli occupation force in west of Taybeh town, South Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar reporter: Missile salvo targets Israeli occupation force in west of Taybeh town, South Lebanon 21-03-2026 18:00 PM Latest News Urg»»»
UAE responds to new missile and drone threats from Iran, issues safety alert
Dubai: The UAE Ministry of Defence has confirmed that its air defence systems are responding to new missiles and drones launched from Iran amid the ongoing regional conflict. The alert does not specify exact locations, but all residents are urged to remain vigilant and follow official safety instru»»»
Dh30 million UAE Lottery: Winning numbers out – check if you’re a winner
Dubai: In the Dh30 million UAE Lottery’s Lucky Day draw held on Saturday, participants saw multiple winners take home cash prizes, although the top jackpot has remained unclaimed. During Draw No. 260321, the winning numbers from the Days section were 11, 19, 2, 25, 18, and 15, while the winning num»»»
What to Know About Diego Garcia After Iran Targets the Remote Island’s Key US Military Base
Iran has launched missiles at Diego Garcia, an Indian Ocean island that is home to a strategic UK-US military base. Britain condemned “Iran’s reckless attacks” after the unsuccessful attempt to hit the base. It’s unclear how close the missiles came to the island, which is about 2,500 miles (4,000 k»»»
Trump signs order to ban other college games in Army-Navy time slot - UPI.com
1 of 6 | President Donald Trump holds a signed executive order instructing the Federal Communications Commission and Secretary of Commerce to ensure the Army-Navy football game has an exclusive broadcast window during the Commander in Chief's Trophy to the Navy Midshipmen football team in the East »»»
From Gaza to Lebanon, Doctor Races Against Time to Treat War-Wounded Children
During almost three weeks of war in Lebanon, British-Palestinian doctor Ghassan Abu-Sittah has had no respite, telling AFP he has been working "against the clock" to save children wounded in Israeli bombardment. At the American University of Beirut Medical Center, one of the capital's main hospital»»»
UAE expresses solidarity with South Korea after factory fire
Abu Dhabi: The UAE has expressed its solidarity with the brotherly Republic of Korea following the fire that broke out at an automotive parts factory in the city of Daejeon, which resulted in a number of fatalities and injuries. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) conveyed its si»»»
Pentagon restrictions on press violate First Amendment, judge rules
A federal judge has blocked the Department of Defense's policy on how journalists access the Pentagon, finding that it violates the First and Fifth Amendments of the US Constitution. District Judge Paul L Friedman ruled in favour of The New York Times, which had sued the department after it enacted»»»
No: 54, 21 March 2026, Regarding the Situation in the West Bank
We condemn settler terror and illegal settlement activities in the West Bank, which have recently surged, as well as the repression of Palestinians by Israeli security forces. An immediate end to Israel’s annexation policies aimed at undermining the two-state solution, which is key to lasting peace»»»
As part of the warning issued by the Islamic Resistance to a number of settlements in northern occupied Palestine, at 17:00 on Saturday, March 21, 2026, Islamic Resistance fighters targeted the Nahariya settlement with a rocket barrage: statement 27 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe As part of the warning issued by the Islamic Resistance to a number of settlements in northern occupied Palestine, at 17:00 on Saturday, Ma»»»
Thousands evacuated as Hawaii faces worst flooding in 20 years
Thousands of people in Hawaii have been told to evacuate their homes as the US state suffered its worst flooding in decades. It is the second severe storm to hit the archipelago in the last week, causing damage that could exceed $1 billion (£745m), according to Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi. More »»»
India blocks release of film on Palestinian girl’s killing
New Delhi: India has blocked the release of ‘The Voice of Hind Rajab’, a film about the killing of a five-year-old Palestinian girl by Israeli forces, the movie's distributor told AFP on Saturday. The Oscar-nominated docudrama by French-Tunisian director Kaouther Ben Hania recounts the real-life de»»»
Welbeck scores twice to dent Liverpool's top-five hopes
Brighton, United Kingdom: Danny Welbeck scored twice as Brighton beat Liverpool 2-1 on Saturday to deal a major blow to the Reds' push for a Champions League spot next season. Arne Slot's men came into the match on the sunny south coast in buoyant mood after hammering Galatasaray 4-0 in midweek to »»»
US Trying to Oust Russia From All Energy Markets - Lavrov
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Moscow does not currently see any US commitment to respecting Russia's interests, with Washington attempting to push Moscow out of all energy markets, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said on Saturday. "We are being pushed out of all global energy markets. Eventually, only »»»
Japan wins third AFC Women's Asian Cup title
Sydney: Japan won the AFC Women's Asian Cup for a third time after defeating host Australia 1-0 in the 2026 final Saturday night. Maika Hamano scored the only goal with a long-range strike in the 17th minute as Japan triumphed in front of a crowd of 74,397 at Sydney's Stadium Australia, a record fo»»»
Israel keeps Al-Aqsa Mosque closed as Muslims mark end of Ramadan
The Al-Aqsa Mosque, one of the holiest Muslim sites in Jerusalem, has been kept closed by the Israeli authorities, despite Muslims all over the world marking Eid al-Fitr, the final Friday of Ramadan. The compound was closed over the Iran war, and worshipers have not been allowed to mark the holiday»»»
Court rules for N.Y. Times, orders Pentagon credentials restored - UPI.com
A federal judge ruled against the Pentagon's press policy in a suit filed by the New York Times. File Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo March 21 (UPI) -- A federal judge struck down the Department of Defense's policy that led to the ouster of most journalists from the Pentagon last fall a»»»
MoI reiterates strict vehicle noise limits, warns against vehicle modifications
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Interior (MoI) has reiterated its call for motorists to adhere to regulations governing vehicle noise levels. In a press statement posted on social media, the ministry emphasized that all vehicles including cars and motorcycles are subject to the same noise regulations,»»»
Raids uncover 240,000 illegal cigarettes worth over €1 million in tax
A huge stash of illicit tobacco products was uncovered by the police’s Organized Crime division of Northern Greece on Friday, in a raid that led to the arrest of two men believed to be the ring leaders. The two suspects, aged 52 and 41, were charged on suspicion of forming a criminal organization, »»»
Second suspect in fatal Kalamaria stabbing sent to jail
A 19-year-old arrested for his alleged involvement in the fatal stabbing of a 20-year-old in Kalamaria, Thessaloniki, on March 12 was sent to pretrial detention following his testimony on Saturday. He is charged with gang membership, aggravated assault causing serious bodily harm and possession of »»»
Migration Situation along State Border Is Currently Calm, Interior Minister Dechev Says
A written response to a parliamentary question by caretaker Interior Minister Emil Dechev, regarding the Interior Ministry’s actions in the event of potential migration pressure arising from the conflict in the Middle East, says that "the migration situation along Bulgaria’s state borders is curren»»»