Rama Condemns Violence Following Molotov Attack on Former Dictator’s Villa; Attacs Judges
Following the throwing of Molotov cocktails at the villa of Albania’s former dictator, Prime Minister Edi Rama visited the residence of local artists on Sunday, describing them as traumatized by Saturday’s protest. Rama sharply criticized judges, calling them co-responsible for the violent acts for»»»
Kuwait's Capital markets resume trading after temporary suspension
Kuwait City: The Kuwait Capital Markets Authority announced on Sunday that trading on the Kuwait Stock Exchange will resume on Monday. In a statement, the authority said the decision to reopen the market was made in the public interest and in line with its regulatory and legislative responsibilitie»»»
QCB implements remote work policy on Monday
DOHA: The Qatar Central Bank (QCB) has announced that all financial institutions operating in the country will implement remote working arrangements on Monday. In a post on the X platform, the central bank stated that each institution will determine which employees need to be physically present at »»»
Dubai acknowledges loud noises in the city
Dubai has confirmed that the sounds heard in various areas across the emirate were the result of successful air defence interception operations. In a statement carried by the Government of Dubai Media Office, authorities said the relevant teams continue to monitor the situation and take the necessa»»»
Amir receives phone call from Mauritania's President
Doha: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani received on Sunday a phone call from HE President of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani. At the outset of the call, HE the President of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania emphasized Mauritania's solidarity and full s»»»
US Pres. "We've destroyed, sunk 9 Iran naval ships"
WASHINGTON, March 1 (KUNA) -- US President Donald Trump said on Sunday that nine Iranian Naval ships have been destroyed and sunk."I have just been informed that we have destroyed and sunk 9 Iranian Naval Ships, some of them relatively large and important. We are going after the rest," Trump said i»»»
General Tax Authority suspends taxpayers’ reception for Monday
Doha, Qatar: The General Tax Authority (GTA) announced that reception of taxpayers at its headquarters will be suspended on Monday, March 2, 2026 only. The Authority stated that this comes in light of the current region developments and in the interest of public safety. The GTA also added that, in »»»
Kuwait FM receives call from Arab League chief
KUWAIT, March 1 (KUNA) -- Kuwaiti Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah on Sunday received a call from Secretary-General of the Arab League Ahmad Aboul-Gheit, condemning the Iranian aggression on Kuwait and other countries in the region.During the phone conversation, the»»»
Abu Dhabi holds emergency meeting to review crisis preparedness
Abu Dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Emergencies, Crises and Disasters Management Team held an emergency online coordination meeting, chaired by Major General Ahmed Saif bin Zaitoon Al Muhairi, Commander-in-Chief of Abu Dhabi Police and Head of the Team, in response to ongoing regional developments and their w»»»
Qatar extends remote work for government employees
Dubai: Qatar has extended remote working arrangements for government employees, citing current regional developments, in a move aimed at safeguarding public safety and ensuring business continuity. The Council of Ministers Secretariat General said in a statement that the decision, which follows an »»»
Amir receives phone call from Somali President
Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani received a phone call on Sunday from the President of the Federal Republic of Somalia HE Dr. Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. At the outset of the call, HE the President of the Federal Republic of Somalia inquired about the situation in the State of Qa»»»
UAE suspends capital markets trading until further notice
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates has announced the closure of its capital markets from Monday until further notice. In a statement carried by the Emirates News Agency, the Securities and Commodities Authority said trading would be suspended across the country's exchanges, including the Abu Dhabi»»»
UAE closes embassy in Tehran, recalls ambassador, all diplomats from Iran
ABU DHABI: The United Arab Emirates announced Sunday in a statement the closure of its embassy in Tehran, and the withdrawal of its ambassador and all members of its diplomatic mission from Iran, according to a Xinhua report.»»»
Syrian Petroleum launches project to treat oil-produced water
Damascus, Mar. 1 (SANA) The Syrian Petroleum Company has begun implementing an environmental project to treat water produced alongside oil at several fields, including Al-Taim, Al-Azbeh and Al-Mazraah, as part of efforts to reduce the environmental impact of production operations. Safwan Sheikh Ahm»»»
Yemen’s Al-Houthi Offers Condolences on Martyrdom of Imam Khamenei: A Profound Loss to the Islamic World
Sayyed Abdulmalik Badreddine Al-Houthi, leader of Yemen’s Ansarullah movement, extended his deepest condolences following the martyrdom of Imam Sayyed Ali Hosseini Khamenei, describing the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution as “a great divine scholar, guide of the revolution, and a noble mart»»»
After Bases, Next Logical Step For Iran Will Be to Target US Warships: Retired Russian Navy Captain
“Judging by satellite pictures, one thing is certain: some of [Iran’s] missile strikes hit their targets, including the base of the US 5th Fleet,” Russian military expert and retired Captain First Rank Vasily Dandykin told Sputnik, commenting on Iran’s retaliation to the US and Israel’s unprovoked »»»
Caretaker Minister Dechev Says 23 of 28 Interior Ministry Regional Directors Replaced ahead of Elections
So far, 23 out of a total of 28 regional directorates of the Interior Ministry have had their directors replaced, caretaker Interior Minister Emil Dechev told Nova Television on Sunday. “The remaining ones will stay in office for the time being,” he added. The minister said there is a plan in place»»»
Hegseth cuts military ties with Ivy League schools, multiple think tanks - UPI.com
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, pictured in February at the White House, announced in a memo that the Defense Department is ending its senior officer fellowship programs with 22 institutions -- including Ivy League schools -- after alleging that they do not measure up the armed forces' requireme»»»
Qatar extends remote work for government employees to Monday
Doha: Qatar’s Civil Service and Government Development Bureau announced the extension of remote work for employees across ministries, government entities and public institutions to Monday, March 2, 2026. The decision follows an earlier directive issued by the Secretariat General of the Council of M»»»
Labour Ministry recommends private sector to continue remote work on Monday
Doha: Qatar’s Ministry of Labour and Ministry of Commerce and Industry recommended private sector establishments to continue implementing remote work arrangements on Monday, March 2, 2026, where the nature of work allows, according to a joint notice issued on Sunday. The statement said the measure »»»
EU Voices Concern after Violence Erupts at Albania Opporsition Protest
The European Union has expressed concern following incidents of violence, including the use of Molotov cocktails, during the fifth national protest organized by Albania’s opposition in the capital on Saturday. In a statement issued through the office of the Delegation of the European Union to Alban»»»
Rama Defends Cabinet Shake-Up, Announces Pay Rises and Infrastructured Push
Prime Minister Edi Rama has publicly explained for the first time the rationale behind recent changes in his government, comparing cabinet reshuffles to tactical substitutions in football and basketball teams. Speaking in the editorial segment of his podcast “Flasim”, Rama said the changes had been»»»
UAE President and Norwegian Prime Minister discuss implications of regional escalation in phone call
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received a phone call from Jonas Gahr Støre, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Norway, during which they discussed the serious implications of the military escalation in the region, which threatens regional and international securit»»»
MoCI advises public to shop according to actual need, reaffirms goods’ availability
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI) confirmed the continued availability of goods and products across various retail outlets in the State of Qatar, ensuring that consumer needs are met sufficiently and regularly. The Ministry, in a statement, called for adherence to official g»»»
Al-Manar’s correspondent: A section of the Iranian Broadcasting Authority’s buildings were targeted; operations continue as normal - 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’s correspondent: A section of the Iranian Broadcasting Authority’s buildings were targeted; operations continue as normal 01-03-20»»»
UAE President receives phone call from Indian Prime Minister on regional developments
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received a phone call from Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of the Republic of India, during which they discussed developments in the region and the serious military escalation undermining regional security and stability. During the c»»»
