Naharnet 1m

Soaring cost of food and other staples squeezes Iranians as threat of US attack looms

Every day, Iranians go to stores and find prices rising. Some post photos on social media of the shrinking contents of their shopping carts as they struggle to buy enough basic staples for their families. The mounting cost of living is an extra weight bearing down as Iranians prepare for a possible»»»

BNE 2m

China and Iran queue up to copy Belarus-Russia regional blueprint, Lukashenko claims

Both China and Iran have asked to replicate the Belarus-Russia Union State's region-to-region cooperation model, Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko said at the Supreme State Council of the Union State in Moscow on February 26, as Russian President Vladimir Putin co-chaired the session, BelTA»»»

intellinews.com
BNE 2m

China and Iran queue up to copy Belarus-Russia regional blueprint, Lukashenko claims

Both China and Iran have asked to replicate the Belarus-Russia Union State's region-to-region cooperation model, Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko said at the Supreme State Council of the Union State in Moscow on February 26, as Russian President Vladimir Putin co-chaired the session, BelTA»»»

intellinews.com
Bulgarian News Agency 3m

Parliaments Adopts Amendments to Public Offering of Securities Act

Parliament adopted at second reading amendments to the Public Offering of Securities Act, which will transpose Regulation (EU) 2023/2859 establishing a European single access point (ESAP), providing centralized access to publicly available information of relevance to financial services, capital mar»»»

bta.bg
Al Awsat 7m

Berlin Film Festival Director's Future in Spotlight after Gaza Furore

Germany's government convened an emergency meeting of the organizers of the Berlin Film Festival on Thursday, saying it wanted to discuss the event's "direction" after debate and protests over Gaza dominated the programme. The Bild newspaper reported on Wednesday that the government's Commissioner »»»

english.aawsat.com
The Peninsula 14m

National Museum of Qatar achieves Platinum rating in GSAS operations

Doha, Qatar: The National Museum of Qatar (NMoQ) has received the Platinum rating under the Global Sustainability Assessment System (GSAS) Operations' sustainable green building certification system, further underscoring Qatar Museums' position as a global pioneer in sustainable cultural institutio»»»

thepeninsulaqatar.com
Kathimerini 15m

Car crashes into Crete shop after dispute

A 47-year-old man drove his car into the entrance of a shop in Iraklio, Crete, in the early hours of Thursday, following a minor dispute, according to the store’s owner. Speaking to local news website Cretalive, the owner said the man had entered the shop shortly before the crash and appeared to be»»»

ekathimerini.com
France24 18m

Davos forum CEO Borge Brende resigns after Epstein links revealed

Borge Brende, the president and CEO of the World Economic Forum, which organises the annual Davos summit, announced his resignation on Thursday, weeks after the forum launched an independent investigation into his links with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.  The president and CEO o»»»

france24.com
Bulgarian News Agency 27m

Specific Information on Election Candidates to Reach Communist-Era Secret Police Files Committee

Specific information on election candidates will be submitted upon their registration to the Communist-Era Secret Police Files Committee, according to legislative revisions that Bulgaria's Parliament passed conclusively on Thursday. The bill to amend the Act on Access to, and Disclosure of, Documen»»»

bta.bg
Bulgarian News Agency 27m

Bulgarian Banks 99% Ready for Instant Payments Rollout in 2027

Bulgarian banks are 99% ready to implement the Instant Payments Regulation, which will take effect in Bulgaria on January 1, 2027, Radoslav Daskalov, Deputy Chair of the Payment Infrastructure Committee at the Association of Banks in Bulgaria (ABB), told BTA. "We can confidently say that the bankin»»»

bta.bg
BNE 32m

LATAM BLOG: Mexico's rise to the top of US trade exposes the stakes of Trump's USMCA gamble

For at least 34 years, Canada held an unbroken grip on the top spot in US trade. In 2025, Mexico ended it, and the timing could hardly be more consequential. According to reports from Bloomberg and Forbes, M»»»

intellinews.com
BNE 32m

Russia accuses Washington of 'irresponsible escalation'

Russia has accused the United States of irresponsibly stoking regional tensions over Iran, with Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova saying Moscow continues to see "unceasing threats" against Tehran on February 26. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 32m

Russia accuses Washington of 'irresponsible escalation'

Russia has accused the United States of irresponsibly stoking regional tensions over Iran, with Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova saying Moscow continues to see "unceasing threats" against Tehran on February 26. »»»

intellinews.com
BBC 37m

Danish PM calls snap election with Greenland issue centre-stage

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has announced early elections - hailing the next four years as "decisive" for her country. "We as Danes and as Europeans will really have to stand on our own feet," Frederiksen told parliament. "We need to define our relationship with the United States," she »»»

bbc.com
24 News Agency 38m

Kurultai of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan: New composition of Ulema Council approved - | 24.KG

At the 9th Kurultai of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan, a new composition of the Ulema Council (Aalymdar Keneshi) was approved, increasing its membership from 21 to 25. Zamir kary Rakiev was unanimously re-elected as head of the Council. It was announced by muftiyat. The Kurultai was attended by 220 delegate»»»

24.kg
Gulf News 39m

Supreme court seeks names in NCERT textbook row

Dubai: The Supreme Court on Thursday directed the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) to disclose the “specific names” of all individuals involved in drafting and approving a controversial Class 8 Social Science textbook chapter that refers to corruption in the judiciary, »»»

gulfnews.com
Tanjug 42m

Agen: Serbia poised to be a regional energy leader

WASHINGTON - The executive director of the US National Energy Dominance Council Jarrod Agen, who has met with Serbian Minister of Mining and Energy Dubravka Djedovic Handanovic in Washington, says Serbia is poised to be an energy leader in its region and that he expects great results in Serbia-US e»»»

tanjug.rs
Al Awsat 43m

Al-Khanbashi to Asharq Al-Awsat: We Warn Against Incitement, Hadramout Has Room for All

Presidential Leadership Council (PLC) member and Governor of Yemen's eastern Hadramout province Salem al-Khanbashi says he believes that “Hadramout triumphed for itself,” and that what took place there in December 2025 and early January 2026 marked a decisive moment in which Hadhramis reclaimed the»»»

english.aawsat.com
Gulf News 50m

Watch: Dubai awards Dh2.5 billion stormwater contracts in flood defence leap

Dubai: Dubai Municipality has awarded contracts for five new projects under Phase Two of the Tasreef Programme to expand and strengthen Dubai’s stormwater drainage network. Cumulatively valued at Dh2.5 billion, the new projects will serve 30 vital areas spanning approximately 430 million square met»»»

gulfnews.com
The Peninsula 50m

Ronaldo buys stake in Spanish second-division Almeria

Lisbon: Cristiano Ronaldo announced on Thursday that he had acquired a 25 per cent stake in Saudi-owned Spanish second-division club Almeria. "This strategic investment in UD Almeria reflects Ronaldo's long-term commitment to professional football ownership," said a statement from his new sports ho»»»

thepeninsulaqatar.com
Bulgarian News Agency 52m

Social Policy Minister Ademov Holds Talks with Disability Advocacy Organizations

Caretaker Labour and Social Policy Minister Hasan Ademov stated on Wednesday stated that the ministry must ensure that people with disabilities can freely express their right to vote. He spoke during a meeting with national representative organizations of people with disabilities, the ministry anno»»»

bta.bg
Al Manar 53m

Oman: ‘Innovative Ideas’ Exchanged as US-Iran Nuclear Talks Resume in Geneva

Indirect negotiations between Iran and the United States in Geneva have paused for a break and will resume later today, following what the Omani mediator described as an exchange of “innovative and positive ideas.” Oman’s Foreign Minister Badr al-Busaidi announced the development, stating: “Today i»»»

english.almanar.com.lb
France24 53m

Business - Trump talks affordability amid public distrust in his handling of the economy

In his State of the Union address, US President Donald Trump sought to reassure Americans that the economy is doing well ahead of key midterm elections. Also in this edition: the Pentagon tells Anthropic it has until Friday to loosen AI safeguards, or lose its $200 million contract. Plus the Louvre»»»

france24.com
BNE 55m

Sharp port cargo decline signals industrial slowdown in Turkey

Turkish industry has begun 2026 under significant strain. Port cargo volumes have suffered one of the steepest January declines seen in recent years, business daily Ekonomi has reported. According to data from th»»»

intellinews.com
BNE 55m

Uber and Joby Aviation launch in-app air taxi booking ahead of Dubai debut

Ride-hailing giant Uber has unveiled "Uber Air powered by Joby," allowing riders to book Joby Aviation's all-electric air taxis directly within the Uber app, as Joby prepares to carry its first passengers in Dubai later this year in what the partners describe as a major milestone in urban air mobil»»»

intellinews.com
BNE 55m

Iran-US nuclear talks in Geneva pause for break as IAEA chief joins consultations

Iranian and American negotiators in Geneva briefly suspended their third round of talks on February 26 before preparing to resume the same day, with Omani Foreign Minister Badr Busaidi describing the atmosphere as one of "creative and positive" exchanges, ISNA reported. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 55m

EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 55m

EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 55m

EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 55m

Not a single acquittal handed down by Tajikistan’s courts in two years

Not a single acquittal has been handed down by a court in Tajikistan in the past two years. The stark statistic is highlighted by a report published this week by Tajik daily Asia-Plus. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 55m

EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 55m

EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 55m

EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 55m

EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 55m

EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 55m

EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 55m

EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 55m

EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 55m

EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 55m

EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 56m

EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 56m

EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 56m

EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 56m

EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 56m

EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 56m

EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 56m

Ukraine’s wartime grid offers ten lessons in energy resilience, IEA says

Ukraine’s struggle to keep the lights on under sustained Russian bombardment this winter has yielded ten core lessons for energy security that policymakers worldwide would be wise to study, according to a new report from the International Energy Agency. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 56m

Ukraine maintains stability but growth outlook cut as war drags on, EBRD says

Ukraine has preserved macroeconomic stability despite a fourth year of full-scale war, but its growth prospects for 2026 have been sharply downgraded as expectations of a ceasefire fade, according to the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 56m

Russia’s finance ministry to tighten budget rule as oil revenues sink

Oil and gas revenues will account for less than 20% of Russia's budget this year, Finance Minister Anton Siluanov told the Duma on February 26, as oil prices tumble and sanctions on Russia’s shadow fleet become more effective. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 56m

EBRD lifts growth outlook as regional economies prove resilient to trade tensions

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has raised its growth forecasts for the regions where it operates, saying economies have proved more resilient to trade tensions than previously expected and are benefiting from shifts in global supply chains. »»»

intellinews.com