Fujairah reports fire after debris fell following threat interception
Fujairah: Authorities in the Emirate of Fujairah reported that a fire broke out after debris fell following the interception of an unmanned aerial vehicle by air defence systems, confirming that no injuries were recorded. Authorities have urged residents to stay in safe locations, follow verified g»»»
How will Russia benefit from US decision to ease oil sanctions?
The United States has eased some restrictions on Russian oil, letting shipments already at sea continue until early April in the aim of calming global markets amid Iran’s blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Ukraine and European leaders criticised the move, saying it undermined peace efforts. The Unit»»»
Israel Isolates South Lebanon with Strikes on Civilian Infrastructure
Israel on Friday began striking targets belonging to the Lebanese state and said it intended to hit civilian facilities, as preparations continued for a ground operation in the south. Early signs of the operation appeared as limited, temporary incursions that expanded on Friday toward the outskirts»»»
UAE traffic alert: Dubai RTA announces temporary diversions
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced a temporary diversion of traffic from Sheikh Rashid Street towards 2nd December Street, from the bridge to the Commercial Centre Roundabout. Traffic on Al Majlis Street heading to the roundabout will be redirected towards Qasr Khayran Street unt»»»
Air India, Air India Express adds 62 extra flights to UAE, Saudi Arabia
Air India and Air India Express will together operate a total of 80 scheduled and non-scheduled flights to and from the West Asia region on March 14, 2026. The two carriers will continue their scheduled services to Jeddah and Muscat on March 14, operating a total of 10 flights to and from Jeddah an»»»
Sheikh Mohammed receives Ethiopian Prime Minister to discuss economic ties
Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, today received Abiy Ahmed Ali, Prime Minister of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia. During the meeting, Sheikh Mohammed and Abiy Ahmed reviewed bilateral relations a»»»
S&P: Saudi Arabia’s Robust Economy Guarantees its Ability to Withstand Regional Conflict
Credit ratings agency S&P Global affirmed Saudi Arabia’s sovereign credit rating at “A+/A-1,” with a “stable outlook” on Friday. The agency said that the Kingdom was well-positioned to withstand the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. S&P stated in a press release that “the outlook reflects the Ki»»»
BP Wins US Approval for Kaskida Project in Gulf of Mexico
British energy major BP has received approval from the Trump administration to advance its Kaskida project in the Gulf of Mexico, a company spokesperson told Reuters in an emailed statement late on Friday. The $5 billion investment would unlock 10 billion barrels of resources that BP has discover»»»
South Korea says North fires around 10 ballistic missiles
North Korea fired about 10 unidentified ballistic missiles toward the sea of Japan Saturday, Seoul's Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) said, days after Pyongyang warned of "terrible consequences" over South Korea-US military drills. Pyongyang recently dashed hopes of a diplomatic thaw with South Korea, W»»»
IEA calls Middle East oil shock "the largest supply disruption in the history of the global oil market"
The war in the Middle East is triggering what the International Energy Agency called "the largest supply disruption in the history of the global oil market” in its latest monthly oil report. »»»
IEA calls Middle East oil shock "the largest supply disruption in the history of the global oil market"
The war in the Middle East is triggering what the International Energy Agency called "the largest supply disruption in the history of the global oil market” in its latest monthly oil report. »»»
IEA calls Middle East oil shock "the largest supply disruption in the history of the global oil market"
The war in the Middle East is triggering what the International Energy Agency called "the largest supply disruption in the history of the global oil market” in its latest monthly oil report. »»»
IEA calls Middle East oil shock "the largest supply disruption in the history of the global oil market"
The war in the Middle East is triggering what the International Energy Agency called "the largest supply disruption in the history of the global oil market” in its latest monthly oil report. »»»
IEA calls Middle East oil shock "the largest supply disruption in the history of the global oil market"
The war in the Middle East is triggering what the International Energy Agency called "the largest supply disruption in the history of the global oil market” in its latest monthly oil report. »»»
IEA calls Middle East oil shock "the largest supply disruption in the history of the global oil market"
The war in the Middle East is triggering what the International Energy Agency called "the largest supply disruption in the history of the global oil market” in its latest monthly oil report. »»»
IEA calls Middle East oil shock "the largest supply disruption in the history of the global oil market"
The war in the Middle East is triggering what the International Energy Agency called "the largest supply disruption in the history of the global oil market” in its latest monthly oil report. »»»
IEA calls Middle East oil shock "the largest supply disruption in the history of the global oil market"
The war in the Middle East is triggering what the International Energy Agency called "the largest supply disruption in the history of the global oil market” in its latest monthly oil report. »»»
IEA calls Middle East oil shock "the largest supply disruption in the history of the global oil market"
The war in the Middle East is triggering what the International Energy Agency called "the largest supply disruption in the history of the global oil market” in its latest monthly oil report. »»»
COMMENT: What’s behind the US decision to sideline Georgia?
Georgia’s conservative government has tried to court the administration of US President Donald Trump with ideological alignment and overtures of loyalty. But despite those efforts, Washington appears increasingly uninterested in Tbilisi, turning instead to Armenia and Azerbaijan as it reshapes its »»»
Polish President Nawrocki stuns Tusk government with SAFE arms financing veto
Polish President Karol Nawrocki said on March 13 that he will not sign a law setting out the rules for how Poland would spend money borrowed under the European Union’s Security Action for Europe (SAFE) mechanism. Poland is»»»
Viktor Orban claims Ukraine plotted attacks on his family but experts say latest video is likely AI-generated
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has accused Ukrainians of plotting to attack his family, but security analysts say the footage showing a former Ukrainian military person is likely manipulated and part of a broader disinformation campaign ahead of Hungary’s 2026 parliamentary elections. »»»
Viktor Orban claims Ukraine plotted attacks on his family but experts say latest video is likely AI-generated
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has accused Ukrainians of plotting to attack his family, but security analysts say the footage showing a former Ukrainian military person is likely manipulated and part of a broader disinformation campaign ahead of Hungary’s 2026 parliamentary elections. »»»
Will my Etihad flight be delayed? Which routes are affected? Top travel questions explained
Etihad Airways is operating a limited flight schedule from Abu Dhabi to key destinations, prompting questions from passengers about affected routes, flight status, and connecting travel. Many travellers have questions such as “Which routes are affected?”, “Will my flight go ahead?”, and “Is connect»»»
War has halted Gulf oil flow — and restarting it won't be easy
PARIS, France — The war in the Middle East has largely paralysed the Gulf region's crucial oil industry, which has been hit by attacks and an export blockade.The war has forced companies to dramatically slow or even halt production -- and restarting it will not be easy, even when the war is over.Wh»»»
Cuba says it held recent talks with US aimed at resolving 'differences'
Cuba's President Miguel Díaz-Canel said on Friday that officials held recent talks with the US aiming to resolve "differences" between the two countries. The US is currently maintaining an energy blockade on Cuba which has affected communications, education and transportation and seen millions»»»
Mideast war puts Lebanon's patients and hospitals at risk
Beirut – As Israel steps up its bombing campaign on Lebanon, many hospitals have had to close, leaving only a handful of healthcare facilities still operating. For patients with chronic illnesses — and the doctors and nurses treating them — every trip to the hospital now carries»»»
Spotlight - Trump’s Iran Strategy: Former US State Department official Jennifer Gavito speaks to France 24
France 24’s Gavin Lee speaks with Jennifer Gavito, former US diplomat and Senior Advisor at The Cohen Group, about Washington’s strategy in the current conflict and what President Donald Trump is seeking to achieve. They discuss the objectives behind the US military campaign, the risks of escalatio»»»
Russia is wrong to think Iran war will offer respite on Ukraine, Macron says
Russia is wrong to think the war in Iran will give it respite in Ukraine, French President Emmanuel Macron said on Friday at a joint press conference with his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky. The leaders were meeting for talks on ways to increase pressure on Russia, including increasi»»»
EU backs ban on AI-generated sexualised deepfakes after Grok backlash
EU states on Friday supported new rules banning AI tools that generate sexualised deepfakes, following a backlash over images made with Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok. EU nations on Friday backed a ban on AI systems generating sexualised deepfakes, after an outcry over such images produced by Elon Mus»»»
Russia summons UK, French envoys over Ukraine Storm Shadow missile strike
Russia on Friday said it summoned the United Kingdom and France ambassadors to protest a Ukrainian strike using Storm Shadow missiles on a factory in Bryansk, calling it a provocation that could undermine peace efforts. The Russian Foreign Ministry said on Friday that it had summoned the British »»»
Viktor Orban claims Ukraine plotted attacks on his family but experts say latest video is likely AI-generated
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has accused Ukrainians of plotting to attack his family, but security analysts say the footage showing a former Ukrainian military person is likely manipulated and part of a broader disinformation campaign ahead of Hungary’s 2026 parliamentary elections. »»»
Instagram post without consent costs woman Dh50,000 in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi: A woman in Abu Dhabi has been ordered to pay Dh50,000 ($13,600) in compensation after ruling that she violated another woman’s privacy by publishing her photograph on Instagram without consent. The Abu Dhabi Family, Civil and Administrative Cases Court found that the defendant had unlawf»»»
UAE flight status March 14: Updated schedules, destinations and travel advisory
UAE carriers are running reduced flight schedules due to regional airspace limitations. Passengers are advised to check flight status before travelling and to only go to the airport with a confirmed booking. Emirates, Etihad Airways, Flydubai, and Air Arabia have all updated their operations, provi»»»
US‑Israel war with Iran Day 15: What you need to know
Debris from a missile interception struck the facade of a building in central Dubai, though authorities confirmed no injuries or fire. Officials warned residents to avoid fallen debris and arrested dozens for filming incidents or sharing misleading videos online. Meanwhile, UAE aviation is graduall»»»
Cabinet develops special plan to evacuate Kyrgyzstanis from the Middle East - | 24.KG
The Cabinet of Ministers has developed a special plan to ensure the safety of citizens of Kyrgyzstan remaining in armed conflict zones in the Middle East. Toktom portal says. According to the document, a plan has been developed for the evacuation of Kyrgyzstanis staying in armed conflict zones in t»»»
Bahrain arrests international footballer Ahmed Mirza Musa over social media posts
Dubai: Bahraini authorities have arrested six people, including international footballer Ahmed Mirza Musa, on charges of misleading public opinion and publishing content deemed to violate the law on social media, the Interior Ministry said. In a statement, the ministry said the General Directorate »»»
Debris from missile interception hits Dubai building, no injuries reported
Dubai: Debris from a missile successfully intercepted by air defence systems struck the facade of a building in central Dubai on Saturday morning, authorities confirmed. The Dubai Media Office said the incident was fully contained, with no fire or injuries reported. Stay updated: Get the latest fas»»»
UAE weekend weather: Temperatures rise, chance of rain midweek
Dubai: Fair to partly cloudy conditions are expected across the UAE on Saturday, with humid weather forecast overnight and into Sunday morning in some coastal areas, where fog or mist may form, according to the National Centre of Meteorology. Light to moderate winds are expected, occasionally fresh»»»
Abu Dhabi police arrest 45 for filming incidents and spreading false information
Abu Dhabi: The Criminal Investigation and Investigation Directorate at Abu Dhabi Police has apprehended 45 individuals of various nationalities for filming locations during ongoing incidents and publishing the footage online, alongside circulating inaccurate and misleading information. Police said »»»
UAE arrests 10 for posting interception videos and fake AI clips targeting national security
UAE Attorney-General Dr Hamad Saif Al Shamsi has ordered the arrest of 10 defendants of various nationalities for publishing misleading and fabricated video clips on social media platforms. The accused have been referred to urgent trial following investigations into content circulated online amid o»»»
Bahrain intercepts, destroys 121 missiles, 193 drones since start of Iranian attacks
MANAMA: The General Command of the Bahrain Defence Force announced that air defence systems continue to successfully counter successive waves of hostile Iranian aggression. Bahrain News Agency (BNA) reported that since the onset of hostilities, air defences have intercepted and destroyed 121 ballis»»»
Trump advisor banned by Lula from visiting Brazil - UPI.com
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva had a Trump administration advisor's visa canceled over a planned visit to jailed former President Jair Bolsonaro, who is serving a 27-year sentence for plotting a coup after losing his re-election race. File Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo »»»
PM Netanyahu appoints Dermer to lead peace talks with US and Lebanon – Ya Libnan
Share: By Ali Hussein, Lebanese Political Analyst Israeli Channel 12 reported that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has tapped former minister and longtime aide Ron Dermer to handle the Lebanon file for the duration of the ongoing Mideast war. Dermer will reportedly be leading the talks with the U»»»
Is Dubai's glossy image under threat? Not everyone thinks so
Stephanie Baker had been celebrating her birthday with friends at a bar on Palm Jumeirah - Dubai's iconic man-made palm-shaped island lined with luxury hotels and beach clubs. But as the group stepped outside to head to another nearby venue, something unusual streaked across the night sky. Moments »»»
UAE schools and students seek clarity after India's CISCE cancels ICSE, ISC Board Exams
Dubai: Some relief, some disappointment, and a need for clearer answers. That is how students and school leaders in the UAE are responding to the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations' (CISCE) decision to cancel all 2026 ICSE (Class X) and ISC (Class XII) board examinations in the »»»
There Is Such a People Floor Leader Yordanov Sees No Issue With Bulgaria Joining Trump’s Board of Peace
There is no problem with Bulgaria joining US President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace, There Is Such a People (TISP) Floor Leader Toshko Yordanov said in a television interview on Friday. Asked whether that support was linked to a wish of MRF Chair Delyan Peevski, Yordanov said Peevski could decide »»»
Sheikh Qassem: Hezbollah Prepared for Prolonged Battle Against Israeli Enemy, Lebanese Government’s Diplomacy Failed - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Sheikh Qassem: Hezbollah Prepared for Prolonged Battle Against Israeli Enemy, Lebanese Government’s Diplomacy Failed 13-03-2026 23:07 PM He»»»
Canada unveils Arctic militarization plan
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced a multibillion-dollar plan to increase the country’s military presence in the Arctic. NATO, of which Canada is a member, has been actively ramping up its military footprint in the strategically important region in recent years, citing a perceived Ru»»»
UAE issues safety advisory on debris from aerial interceptions
Abu Dhabi: The UAE’s National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) has urged the public to keep a safe distance from any debris and report sightings immediately to authorities. In a public safety advisory issued on social media, the authority warned residents not to approach, »»»
21 people arrested for photos and videos of Iran attacks in Dubai - UPI.com
1 of 2 | A damaged building stands in the Dubai International Financial Center. The damage was caused by debris from the interception of an Iranian drone attack in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Friday. Those in the UAE are being warned not to take photos or videos of damage or they could be charged »»»