Dubai property demand holds steady despite Middle East conflict
Dubai: Regional geopolitical tensions often raise concerns about economic stability and capital flows. Dubai’s property market has repeatedly demonstrated that uncertainty elsewhere can reinforce the emirate’s position as a destination for global capital. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, »»»
N. Korea launches series of missiles in show of force - UPI.com
North Korea on Saturday staged another of its show-of-force ballistic missile launches -- pictured is one launch during a test in December -- that sent 10 missiles off its west coast, which traveled more than 200 miles and landed just outside the Japanese exclusive economic zone in the Sea of Japan»»»
Russia exploiting Iran war, Zelensky says after fresh bombardment
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has accused Russia of attempting to exploit the war in the Middle East to cause "even greater destruction" in his country. He said Ukraine needed air-defence systems regardless of what was happening elsewhere. The US-Israeli war with Iran has led to many air-d»»»
Several insurers are bracing for losses from escalating Iran-US war
Dubai: Insurers covering ships, aircraft and political violence risks are facing rising exposure from the Iran-U.S. conflict, though losses are expected to remain manageable for large global players, according to a new report by Moody’s Ratings. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & »»»
QRCS fundraising drive makes a difference in vulnerable people’s lives
Tribune News Network Doha Apart from the Ramadan iftar projects being implemented in many countries as part of its #KeepYourBalanceOfGoodDeedsAlive Ramadan Campaign 1447 AH, Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) pays attention to the other needs of vulnerable families affected by disasters or crises wo»»»
Philippines, Qatar step up support for Filipinos as regional tensions rise
Darlene Regis As tensions in the region continue following Iranian strikes affecting parts of the Gulf since February 28, the governments of the Philippines and Qatar have taken measures to ensure the safety and welfare of the Filipino community in Qatar. The Philippine Embassy in Qatar announced o»»»
MoPH issues autism support guide to help families cope
QNA Doha The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) has issued a safety guide for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder under the current situation, which includes key guidelines to support them and outlines the preventive preparations that should be taken in advance. The guide also included instruction»»»
Judicial work to continue remotely with full efficiency: SJC confirms
QNA Doha The Supreme Judiciary Council (SJC) has affirmed that judicial work will continue efficiently amid the current conditions through the constant convening of judicial hearings at courts virtually. It clarified that by operating the remote litigation system, this approach ensures the continuo»»»
Conflicting reports on 'French plan' to end Lebanon war
France's foreign ministry said Saturday there was "no French plan" to stop the fighting in Lebanon between Israeli forces and Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah. "France has supported the Lebanese authorities' openness to direct talks with Israel and has offered to facilitate them," said a minist»»»
France reportedly proposes plan to end Lebanon war that includes recognition of Israel
The French government has drafted a proposal to end the war in Lebanon that would require the Lebanese government to take the unprecedented step of recognizing Israel, three sources familiar with the details told U.S. news portal Axios. Israel and the U.S. are reviewing the proposal. The French fra»»»
Efforts to put out fire at UAE’s Fujairah after drone interception ongoing, one injured
The Fujairah Media Office says efforts are ongoing to put out a fire at the port of Fujairah caused by fallen debris following the interception of a drone. It also said that a Jordanian citizen had been lightly injured in the incident. The port of Fujairah is situated just outside the Strait of Hor»»»
UAE banking services not interrupted after evacuations, branch closures, confirms Citibank
Dubai: Citibank said its operations in the UAE continue without interruption after the bank evacuated several buildings and temporarily closed some branches as a safety precaution. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.In a statement to Gulf News on Saturday, the bank said t»»»
War’s Economic Shock Spreads to Global Energy Markets and Shipping
Capitals, March 14 (SANA) – The economic fallout from the ongoing U.S.-Israeli–Iranian war is increasingly spilling into global energy markets, raising concerns about oil supply disruptions, shipping security, and rising fuel prices worldwide. The conflict, now entering its third week, has placed t»»»
Abu Dhabi observatory captures rare Jellyfish Nebula image
Abu Dhabi: Al Khatm Astronomical Observatory, located in the Abu Dhabi desert, has successfully captured an image of the Jellyfish Nebula (IC 443), a vast cloud of cosmic gas and dust. The nebula takes its name from its distinctive shape, which resembles a jellyfish. It lies within the constellatio»»»
Former President Radev on Board of Peace: Bulgaria Should Support Conflict Resolution Initiatives but Based on International Law
Approached by journalists here on Saturday, former president Rumen Radev (2017-2026) said that Bulgaria must support all initiatives aimed at preventing and resolving conflicts, but this must be based on a clear analysis of the country's responsibilities and commitments, and above all on internatio»»»
Blaze at petroleum storage site in Sharjah brought under control
Sharjah: Sharjah Civil Defence teams have brought under control a fire that broke out on Saturday evening at a commercial facility containing petroleum storage tanks in the Sajaa Industrial Area, authorities said. The Emirate’s Civil Defence said the incident was caused by a leak in one of the tank»»»
UAE warns public against filming security incidents and spreading rumours
Abu Dhabi: The UAE’s National Media Authority has urged the public not to film security incidents or share unverified information online, warning that such actions could pose risks to public safety and community security. In a statement published on social media, the authority said community safety»»»
France proposes plan to end Lebanon war that includes recognition of Israel
The French government has drafted a proposal to end the war in Lebanon that would require the Lebanese government to take the unprecedented step of recognizing Israel, three sources familiar with the details told U.S. news portal Axios. Israel and the U.S. are reviewing the proposal. The French fra»»»
Sharjah Civil Defence raises emergency readiness for Laylat Al Qadr and Eid Al Fitr
Sharjah: The Sharjah Civil Defence Authority has stepped up its operational readiness ahead of the 27th night of Ramadan , widely observed as Laylat Al Qadr , and the upcoming Eid Al Fitr holidays, as part of a comprehensive plan to enhance safety and ensure rapid emergency response across the emir»»»
MSMEDA injects EGP 3.1bn in financing in Fayoum in 2025: CEO
The Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise Development Agency (MSMEDA) has injected EGP 3.1bn in financing to support 133,900 projects in Fayoum between July 2014 and December 2025, according to Bassel Rahmy, CEO of the agency. Rahmy said the financed projects have generated approximately 184,900 job o»»»
Abu Dhabi Police and Civil Defence respond to fire at Al Mushrif site
Abu Dhabi Police and the Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority responded to a fire that broke out on Saturday evening at a construction site containing building materials in the Al Mushrif area of the capital, authorities said. Emergency teams were deployed to the scene to deal with the incident, altho»»»
Trump urges France, UK, China to help open Strait of Hormuz as Iran war enters third week
Two weeks after the US and Israel attacked Iran, prompting Tehran to block the Strait of Hormuz, US President Donald Trump on Saturday urged France, Britain, China, Japan and South Korea to help secure the shipping lane through which 20% of global oil and gas travels. Iranian strikes hit the US emb»»»
Housing estate to be built on site of old warehouse in Żoliborz
Matexi Polska plans a new housing development at Przasnyska Street in Warsaw, which could transform part of the Żoliborz district. The project would replace an old warehouse office building with a six to seven story residential complex containing 176 apartments, retail space and an underground gara»»»
Cyber Security Council warns against downloading, using fake applications
Abu Dhabi: As part of the weekly awareness campaign of the Cyber Pulse initiative launched by the Cyber Security Council (CSC), the council warned against fake applications and the risks of downloading them onto users’ devices, noting that such applications may serve as gateways for data theft, fra»»»
Captain, chief engineer arrested after pollution incident at Thessaloniki port
The captain and chief engineer of a Liberia-flagged container ship were arrested Friday after a patch of marine pollution was detected in the port of Thessaloniki. According to the Coast Guard, the pollution covered an area of about 100 square meters and consisted of an unidentified foamy substance»»»
UAE evacuates 6,000 Emiratis and companions under emergency plans
Abu Dhabi: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) and the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) announced the successful implementation of approved evacuation plans for UAE nationals present in several countries. Approximately 6,000 citizens and their companions were s»»»
Iran threatens United Arab Emirate's ports and docks
Some oil-loading operations have been suspended in the United Arab Emirates' Fujairah emirate, a major bunkering hub and crude export terminal, after a drone attack and fire on Saturday, industry and trade sources said. The suspension comes hours after the US attacked military targets on Iran's »»»
Two weeks into Iran war: Hormuz oil route at centre of escalating crisis
Dubai: Two weeks after launching a war against Iran that was meant to be swift and decisive, US President Donald Trump is grappling with an escalating conflict, global economic shock and growing questions about Washington’s strategy. What the White House initially envisioned as a focused military c»»»
Weather update: UAE prepares for ‘Sarayat’ spring disturbances
Abu Dhabi: The UAE is expected to experience a period of unstable spring weather between March 20 and May 10, a phenomenon locally known as “Sarayat,” according to the Emirates Astronomical Society. The society said the seasonal pattern is characterised by sudden and sometimes strong atmospheric di»»»
US bombs Kharg Island, prepares for possible ground invasion
The US has bombed military installations on Iran’s critical Kharg island that is responsible for more than 90% of Iran’s oil exports and is moving thousands of troops into the Gulf in preparation for a possible ground invasion to take control of the Straits of Hormuz. »»»
US bombs Kharg Island, prepares for possible ground invasion
The US has bombed military installations on Iran’s critical Kharg island that is responsible for more than 90% of Iran’s oil exports and is moving thousands of troops into the Gulf in preparation for a possible ground invasion to take control of the Straits of Hormuz. »»»
US bombs Kharg Island, prepares for possible ground invasion
The US has bombed military installations on Iran’s critical Kharg island that is responsible for more than 90% of Iran’s oil exports and is moving thousands of troops into the Gulf in preparation for a possible ground invasion to take control of the Straits of Hormuz. »»»
US bombs Kharg Island, prepares for possible ground invasion
The US has bombed military installations on Iran’s critical Kharg island that is responsible for more than 90% of Iran’s oil exports and is moving thousands of troops into the Gulf in preparation for a possible ground invasion to take control of the Straits of Hormuz. »»»
US bombs Kharg Island, prepares for possible ground invasion
The US has bombed military installations on Iran’s critical Kharg island that is responsible for more than 90% of Iran’s oil exports and is moving thousands of troops into the Gulf in preparation for a possible ground invasion to take control of the Straits of Hormuz. »»»
US bombs Kharg Island, prepares for possible ground invasion
The US has bombed military installations on Iran’s critical Kharg island that is responsible for more than 90% of Iran’s oil exports and is moving thousands of troops into the Gulf in preparation for a possible ground invasion to take control of the Straits of Hormuz. »»»
US bombs Kharg Island, prepares for possible ground invasion
The US has bombed military installations on Iran’s critical Kharg island that is responsible for more than 90% of Iran’s oil exports and is moving thousands of troops into the Gulf in preparation for a possible ground invasion to take control of the Straits of Hormuz. »»»
US bombs Kharg Island, prepares for possible ground invasion
The US has bombed military installations on Iran’s critical Kharg island that is responsible for more than 90% of Iran’s oil exports and is moving thousands of troops into the Gulf in preparation for a possible ground invasion to take control of the Straits of Hormuz. »»»
US bombs Kharg Island, prepares for possible ground invasion
The US has bombed military installations on Iran’s critical Kharg island that is responsible for more than 90% of Iran’s oil exports and is moving thousands of troops into the Gulf in preparation for a possible ground invasion to take control of the Straits of Hormuz. »»»
Abu Dhabi steps up drive to prepare residents for emergencies
Abu Dhabi authorities have stepped up efforts to strengthen public awareness of emergency response procedures as part of a wider initiative aimed at improving community preparedness. The Emergencies, Crises and Disasters Management Centre Abu Dhabi (ADCMC) is currently implementing the second phase»»»
Mohammed bin Salman in Nine Years: Domestic Growth and Global Engagement
Nine years have passed since the royal decree issued by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz, appointing Prince Mohammed bin Salman as crown prince. The prince’s presence in a leadership role that reflects the pulse and ambitions of Saudi youth, alongside the guidance of»»»
Budget Committee to Hold Extraordinary Meeting on State Budget Extension March 17
The National Assembly Committee on Budget and Finance plans to hold an extraordinary meeting on Tuesday, March 17, to discuss the state budget extension bill. The idea is that the bill should be debated in plenary on Wednesday or Thursday, when the current parliament holds its last sitting, Committ»»»
Qatar strongly condemns second attack targeting UAE consulate in Iraqi Kurdistan
DOHA: The State of Qatar expressed its strong condemnation and denunciation of the attack that targeted, for the second time, the Consulate General of the sisterly United Arab Emirates in Iraqi Kurdistan. Qatar considered the attack a reprehensible act that constitutes a flagrant violation of inter»»»
The EU never learns – except for the wrong lessons
Some observers of the current EU ‘elites’, including this author, used to believe that their defining feature – apart from things such as complicity in genocide and wars of aggression with Israel and the US, bigoted xenophobia about Russia and China, and, of course, pervasive corruption – was an ab»»»
Qatar strongly condemns second attack targeting UAE Consulate in Kurdistan Region of Iraq
Doha, Qatar: The State of Qatar expressed its strong condemnation and denunciation of the attack that targeted the Consulate General of the sisterly United Arab Emirates in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq for the second time. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in a statement, said that Qatar considered »»»
How war in Iran is impacting Armenia and Azerbaijan
The launch of US-Israeli airstrikes against Iran on 28 February led to a response by the Islamic Republic that has drawn in more than a dozen countries. Less than a week into the conflict, Azerbaijan became one of them. Iran and Azerbaijan share a border, and Azerbaijan has good relations with the »»»
Anwar Gargash says attacks on Gulf states expose Iran’s weakness and deepening isolation
Abu Dhabi: Dr Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President, stressed that Iran’s attempts to target Gulf countries in response to American and Israeli strikes reflect the military weakness, moral bankruptcy and growing political isolation. Also Read: Anwar Gargash: UAE acting in self-defe»»»
UAE strongly condemns targeting of its consulate in Iraq’s Kurdish region
The United Arab Emirates has “strongly condemned and denounced the unprovoked drone attack that targeted the UAE Consulate General in Kurdistan Region of Iraq for the second time in a week. The attack resulted in injuries to two security personnel and damage to the consulate building”. In a stateme»»»
Kasymaliev inspects construction of key roads in Issyk-Kul region - | 24.KG
During a working visit to Issyk-Kul region, Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan Adylbek Kasymaliev inspected the construction and reconstruction projects of several roads in the region. The Cabinet Chairman inspected the construction of Karakol — Enilchek road. According to the recon»»»
UAE strongly condemns targeting of its Consulate General in Kurdistan Region of Iraq
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned and denounced the unprovoked terrorist drone attack that targeted the UAE Consulate General in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq for the second time in a week. The attack resulted in injuries to two security personnel and damage to the consulate»»»
Four Killed in Russian Air Attack on Ukraine
Russia hammered Ukraine with missiles and drones overnight, killing four people and causing damage across five regions of the country, Ukrainian officials said on Saturday. The main target was energy infrastructure outside the capital Kyiv, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said, adding that residentia»»»