The Peninsula 5m

FAHES announces working hours during Eid Al Fitr

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Fuel (Woqod) announced the working hours of all FAHES stations during the Eid-Al Fitr holidays. Starting from Tuesday, March 17, until Thursday, March 19, all FAHES stations will be open from 8am to 4:30pm. Gates will close at 4pm. From Sunday, March 22, until Monday, March 23, t»»»

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Gulf News 5m

India diversifies LPG sourcing: Supply remains steady despite West Asia tensions

India has begun sourcing liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) from multiple global channels, including the United States, as it moves to diversify supplies amid ongoing geopolitical tensions in West Asia. The government on Tuesday said there is no disruption in domestic availability, with supplies remaini»»»

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Al Manar 6m

Al-Manar correspondent in south Lebanon: Israeli artillery shells western neighborhood of Khiam border town using white phosphorus munitions, gunfire heard - 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 correspondent in south Lebanon: Israeli artillery shells western neighborhood of Khiam border town using white phosphorus munition»»»

Al Manar 6m

Hezbollah S.G. Sheikh Naim Qassem addresses resistance fighters in a letter to be broadcast on Al-Manar at 19:00 on Tuesday - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah S.G. Sheikh Naim Qassem addresses resistance fighters in a letter to be broadcast on Al-Manar at 19:00 on Tuesday 17-03-2026 15:4»»»

Naharnet 11m

38 healthcare workers killed in Israeli strikes on Lebanon since war start

Youssef Assaf was in a Lebanese Red Cross ambulance when it was targeted by an Israeli strike near Tyre, in southern Lebanon. The 35-year-old paramedic died of his wounds two days later. "I was called around 10:30 pm and told that he was wounded and in the hospital," his wife, Jeanne d'Arc Boutros,»»»

The Peninsula 14m

Chances of rain forecasted in Qatar this weekend

Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Meteorology Department (QMD) forecasts chances of rain during the weekend. In a weather update, the Department stated that partly cloudy to cloudy weather is expected to persist, with chances of rain this weekend. The intensity of the rainfall is expected to range from modera»»»

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Gulf News 17m

The silent victims of war: When pets are left behind

When war forces people to flee their homes, the world rightly focuses on human suffering. Evacuation flights, border crossings, and displaced families dominate the headlines. Yet amid this chaos, another tragedy unfolds quietly and painfully: pets are being abandoned. These loyal companions, who on»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 17m

Environment Minister Attends EU Environment Council in Brussels

Caretaker Environment Minister Yulian Popov is in Brussels to participate in an EU Environment Council meeting, where ministers discussed a proposal to amend the regulation on carbon emission standards for passenger cars and light commercial vehicles, the Environment Ministry said. Bulgaria support»»»

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Al Manar 18m

Iranian media: Iranian armed forces launch new barrage of missiles towards the Zionist entity - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

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Tanjug 19m

Brnabic receives Venice Commission delegation

BELGRADE - Serbian Parliament Speaker Ana Brnabic received on Tuesday a Venice Commission delegation that is on a two-day visit to Belgrade. "The common goal of both sides is the same - a judiciary independent of any kind of pressure and influence, but not independent of the Constitution and the la»»»

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Sana 22m

EU plans measures to ease energy price surge amid Middle East tensions

Brussels, March 17 (SANA) The European Union is preparing measures to ease the impact of rising energy prices linked to tensions in the Middle East, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said ahead of an EU summit. In a message to EU leaders, von der Leyen outlined proposals including »»»

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Naharnet 24m

Lebanon transfers 137 Syrian prisoners under bilateral agreement

Lebanon transferred more than 130 Syrian detainees to their home country on Tuesday, a Lebanese judicial official told AFP, as part of an agreement the two sides signed in February. Overcrowded Lebanese prisons host more than 2,200 Syrians held on various charges. Many of them are still awaiting tr»»»

Naharnet 24m

Israeli strikes target south, airport road, and Aramoun

Israeli airstrikes rained down on three neighborhoods in Beirut's southern suburbs early Tuesday, Lebanese state media reported, as Lebanon said more than one million people had been displaced in two weeks of fighting. Lebanon was drawn into the Middle East war on March 2 when Tehran-backed Hezboll»»»

Kathimerini 29m

Norwegian NGO head arrested on Greek warrant over migrant smuggling allegations

The head of Norwegian NGO Aegean Boat Report has been arrested in Norway following a warrant issued by Greek authorities accusing him of facilitating illegal immigration and participating in a criminal organization. Tommy Olsen was detained by police in Troms, northern Norway, on a warrant issued b»»»

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Al Manar 30m

Iran Launches 58th Wave of Retaliatory Strikes with Heavy Precision Missiles

The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has launched its massive 58th wave of retaliatory missile and drone strikes against Israeli positions and United States military bases, according to an official military statement. The barrage, conducted within the framework of “Operation True Promise 4,” »»»

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24 News Agency 30m

Kyrgyzstan prepares for Singapore Convention, Mediators’ Chamber established - | 24.KG

The Ministry of Justice of Kyrgyzstan, together with the Republican Community of Mediators and with support from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), held a founding congress of the Chamber of Mediators, officially establis»»»

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24 News Agency 30m

Interior Ministry: Criminal case opened on corruption at Kyrgyzneftegaz OJSC - | 24.KG

Video footage from the State Tax Service’s investigation, titled «Oil for Insiders: How Kyrgyzneftegaz was Ruined,» has been published in the media. It contains information about possible illegal actions by officials at the OJSC. The press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz R»»»

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Sputnik 33m

Russian Paralympians Return to a Hero’s Welcome

Russian winter Paralympic athletes were greeted with applause and cheers of “Bravo!” on Red Square after their standout performance in Italy. The team claimed 12 medals — including eight gold —At the 2026 Winter Paralympics in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, finishing third overall.It was the first ti»»»

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BBC 33m

US west coast prepares for 'dangerous' heatwave in early spring

A significant and unusually early heatwave is building across the south-western US this week, bringing temperatures more typical of early summer than mid-March. In Phoenix, Arizona, the National Weather Service (NWS) forecasts temperatures could exceed 100F (38C) as soon as Wednesday, the earliest »»»

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Novinite 35m

Bulgaria Reaffirms Strong Support for Ukraine, PM Vows Long-Term Partnership

Acting Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov reaffirmed Bulgaria’s continued support for Ukraine during a working meeting with Ukrainian Ambassador Olesya Ilashchuk. He stated that Bulgaria remains a reliable partner, committed to backing Ukraine’s cause and to efforts aimed at achieving a lasting and just »»»

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Naharnet 36m

Israeli strikes kill 3 Lebanese soldier, wound 4 others in south Lebanon

Lebanon's military said on Tuesday that an Israeli strike on a car and a motorcycle in southern Lebanon killed one of its soldiers and wounded four others. Another strike later in the day on the Zebdine road killed two more soldiers. In a statement, the Lebanese army said that "as a result of an Is»»»

Naharnet 36m

Lebanon has proposed direct talks with Israel but Hezbollah says talks 'big mistake'

With airstrikes rocking Beirut and Israeli troops trying to advance against Hezbollah, Lebanon's government has broken a taboo by proposing the first direct talks with Israel in decades. But Lebanese officials say they want the fighting to end first — and it might be too late for that. Hezbollah's »»»

TAP 38m

Tunindex closes Tuesdays session up 0.98%

Tunis, March 17 (TAP) - Tunindex closed Tuesday's session up 0.98% to 15,386.52 points with a traded volume of TND 6.8 million, said broker Tunisie Valeurs. ASSURANCES MAGHREBIA shares were the best performers after rising by 6% to TND 66.140, with...»»»

The Peninsula 44m

Two medical personnel injured after shrapnel hits ambulance center in Kuwait

Kuwait: Two members of Kuwait's Emergency Medical Services were injured on Tuesday after shrapnel struck an ambulance center where they were on duty, the Ministry of Health said. Dr. Abdullah Al Sanad, the Ministry's official spokesperson, said emergency teams responded immediately, administering f»»»

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The Peninsula 44m

Jordan's wheat reserves sufficient for 5.5 months, Minister says

Amman: Jordan's Minister of Industry, Trade and Supply Yarub Qudah said on Tuesday that the Kingdom's wheat reserves are sufficient to cover consumption for 5.5 months, with an additional four-month supply already contracted and en route. Speaking during a meeting of the Parliamentary Economy and I»»»

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The Peninsula 44m

Germany targets oil firms to prevent wartime price gouging

Berlin: Germany said Tuesday its competition watchdog will soon get more powers to target energy firms over concerns they are unfairly hiking petrol prices to profit from the wartime oil shock. Global oil prices have surged as the Middle East conflict has led to the near total closure of the Strait»»»

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24 News Agency 46m

Tai-Muras Tashiev summoned for questioning — sources - | 24.KG

Tai-Muras, the son of former head of the State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan (SCNS), Kamchybek Tashiev, has been summoned by the police for questioning. Own sources reported. There is no official confirmation yet. The Ministry of Internal Affairs has not confirmed the information. P»»»

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Al Manar 47m

Hezbollah’s Islamic Resistance fighters fired salvo of rockets targeting Israeli settlement of Nahariya: group’s Military Media statement no. 10 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah’s Islamic Resistance fighters fired salvo of rockets targeting Israeli settlement of Nahariya: group’s Military Media statement n»»»

Al Manar 47m

Al-Manar correspondent in south Lebanon reports Israeli air strikes on the towns of Jibsheet and Shehour - 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 correspondent in south Lebanon reports Israeli air strikes on the towns of Jibsheet and Shehour 17-03-2026 15:05 PM Latest News Ur»»»

Tanjug 48m

Costa: Enlargement to Western Balkans a priority, but reforms are needed

BRUSSELS - For the EU, enlargement to the Western Balkans, Ukraine and Moldova is the main priority, but numerous reforms need to be carried out to deliver on all of the Copenhagen criteria as the enlargement is merit-based, says European Council President Antonio Costa. "At the same time, we need »»»

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Sputnik 50m

Iran Attacks Assets of Israeli Arms Maker Rafael

TEHRAN (Sputnik) - The Iranian military attacked production facilities belonging to the Israeli arms manufacturer Rafael on Tuesday, the Iranian army said. "Since this morning, the Iranian army has been attacking Israeli cybertechnology centers, as well as Rafael's weapon production centers," the I»»»

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RT 55m

‘I can do anything I want with Cuba’ – Trump

US President Donald Trump has said he expects to have the “honor” of “taking Cuba in some form,” claiming he could do “anything I want” with the Caribbean nation. Trump made the remarks on Monday in the Oval Office despite ongoing talks between Washington and Havana as the island grapples with a de»»»

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BBC 55m

Strait of Hormuz: What have other countries said about Trump's request for help?

Other countries have either pushed back or remained cautious on President Donald Trump's request for countries to send ships to the Strait of Hormuz, the crucial oil route under near-blockade by Iran during the war in the Middle East. Trump has said the US will keep bombing the shoreline and Irania»»»

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TAP 55m

Food trade balance records surplus of TND489.7 Million in late February 2026 (ONAGRI)

Tunis, March 17 (TAP) – Tunisia’s food trade balance recorded a surplus of 489.7 million dinars (MD) at the end of February 2026, compared to 391.1 MD during the same period in 2025, achieving a coverage rate of 136.5%, up from 129.9% a year...»»»

Kathimerini 1h

Dead vultures signal major wildlife poisoning

One of the most serious poisonings of threatened species ever recorded in Greece is unfolding in the Dadia forest in the Evros region. Since last Thursday, seven black vultures have been found dead, four of them discovered on Monday, while teams with specially trained dogs are sweeping the area and»»»

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Middle East Observer 1h

Egypt’s strategic and action plan for promoting its exports to African countries

Africa Working Group, which was formed upon decision of the Minister of Industry and Foreign Trade, has laid out the main features of Egypt’s strategic and action plan for promoting its export to African countries in the next five years. The plan was announced at the meeting of the working group ch»»»

TAP 1h

Workshop in Sousse to explore smart and sustainable farming next April 9-11

Tunis, March 17 (TAP) - Sousse will play host on April 9-11 to an international workshop centered around smart and sustainable farming amid a changing environment and economic landscape.University researchers, engineers, experts, investors and...»»»

Kathimerini 1h

Police officer jailed pending trial over fatal crash outside Parliament

A 43-year-old police officer was sent to pretrial detention on Tuesday after testifying over a fatal accident outside the Greek Parliament in central Athens last week. The officer was charged with dangerous driving leading to death and negligent homicide. The crash occurred on March 12, when the of»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 1h

CITUB Present Results of Climate Transition, Labour Adaptability Survey

An aging workforce and limited adaptability in the labour market are the findings of a survey conducted by the Confederation of Independent Trade Unions of Bulgaria (CITUB) among those directly and indirectly affected by the climate transition in Pernik, Kyustendil and Stara Zagora. The results of »»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 1h

Graf Ignatievo Air Base Marks 75th Anniversary

The Graf Ignatievo Third Air Base marked on Tuesday the 75th anniversary of its predecessor, the 19th Fighter Aviation Regiment, with a ceremonial formation, a flight programme featuring MiG-29, F-16 and L-39, and a wreath-laying ceremony at the monument to pilots killed in the line of duty. Careta»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Afghan govt says 'around 400' killed in Pakistani strike on Kabul rehab clinic

The Afghan government said on Tuesday that about 400 people were killed in a Pakistani air strike on a drug rehabilitation centre in the capital, Kabul, in the deadliest attack in the recent violence between the two neighbours. Hundreds more were said to have been wounded at the facility, which was»»»

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UPI 1h

Experts warn of drone risks if Korean ship joins Hormuz mission - UPI.com

The 28th 300-strong Cheonghae Unit departs for the Gulf of Aden to combat piracy off Somalia aboard the 4,400-ton ship. Photo by YONHAP / EPA March 16 (Asia Today) -- Military experts say South Korea would need a layered anti-drone defense system if the Cheonghae Unit is deployed near the Strait of»»»

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UPI 1h

Watch: 'Cheetozard' auction results in a Guinness World Record - UPI.com

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Goldin (@goldinco) March 16 (UPI) -- Guinness World Records said the auction of Cheetozard -- a Flamin' Hot Cheeto shaped liked the Pokémon Charizard -- resulted in a new record. The record-keeping organization said Goldin Auctions' March 2025 sale of Ch»»»

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Middle East Observer 1h

How can we grow the Egyptian economy?

In a very informative session, titled “How can we grow the Egyptian economy now”, the American University in Cairo, hosted Dr. Noha Bakr, Adjunct Faculty, Department of Political Science, AUC, and Mr. Aly Wali, Senior Director of Logic Management Consultant to address the key potentials of developi»»»

24 News Agency 1h

EAEU to support Kyrgyzstan’s honey production project - | 24.KG

Kyrgyzstan’s initiative to develop and standardize honey production has been identified as a key project for advancing industrial cooperation within the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU). Daniil Ibraev, member of the Presidium of the EAEU Business Council and President of the Kyrgyz Union of Industria»»»

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24 News Agency 1h

Cholpon-Ata to host Jaratman Festival - | 24.KG

The socio-cultural festival Jaratman Aiyl Fest will be held in Cholpon-Ata on March 27-29. The Tourism Development Support Fund reported. The initiative was initiated by Stepan Jaratman, the creator of the social project «Jaratman Aiyl.» The festival will bring together bloggers, creators, business»»»

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Naharnet 1h

Israeli strikes continue in south Lebanon as Hezbollah fights incursion attempts

Israeli strikes and shelling targeted on Tuesday afternoon several regions in south Lebanon including al-Qsaybeh, Shhour, Jabshit-Harouf, Mayfadoun-Shawkin, Dweir and Deir al-Zahrani, al-Kharayeb, al-Taybeh, Kfartebnit, Arnoun, Aita al-Shaab, and Ramia. At least six people were killed in strikes on»»»

Al Awsat 1h

Poland Will Not Send Its Troops to Iran, PM Tusk Says

Poland ‌will not send troops to Iran as the conflict does not directly affect its security, Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Tuesday, adding that the United States and other powers understood Warsaw's decision. US President Donald Trump called on allies over the weekend ‌to help ‌secure the Strai»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Oil Tankers ‘Starting to Dribble Through’ Strait of Hormuz, Says White House

Oil tankers are crossing the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's actions to choke traffic through the shipping route have not hurt the US economy, White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett told CNBC on Tuesday, reiterating the Trump administration's position that the war should be over in weeks, not month»»»

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