32 injured, including children, in Bahrain after Iranian drone attack
The Ministry of Health confirmed that a hostile Iranian drone strike early on 9 March in the Sitra area has left 32 Bahraini citizens injured, including children. Four are in serious condition and have required surgical intervention. Those injured include a 17-year-old girl with severe head and eye»»»
Philippines: Fuel rationing on, price caps set until March 9 by the Department of Energy
Manila: In a move to protect consumers from potential profiteering amid volatile global oil markets, the Department of Energy (DOE) has imposed nationwide price ceilings on various petroleum products, effective immediately and lasting through March 9, 2026. The directive, issued under the guidance »»»
US State Department Orders US Diplomats to Leave Saudi Arabia Immediately - Reports
WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - US diplomats serving in Saudi Arabia have been ordered to leave the country, the New York Times reported citing sources. The move by the State Department signifies that American officials recognize the growing risks in the region, the publication said. This marks the first ti»»»
Kloop case: Supreme Court of Kyrgyzstan to hear appeal over extremism ruling - | 24.KG
The Supreme Court of Kyrgyzstan will today, March 9, hear an appeal filed by the editorial team of Kloop media outlet against a decision by the Oktyabrsky District Court of Bishkek that declared materials published on its website extremist. Earlier, the district prosecutor’s office asked the court »»»
Iran's Council of Experts Elects Mojtaba Khamenei as New Supreme Leader
TEHRAN (Sputnik) - Iran's Council of Experts has elected Mojtaba Khamenei as the republic's new Supreme Leader, Iranian news agency Fars reported. Minutes later, the Council of Experts confirmed the election of Mojtaba Khamenei as the 3rd Supreme Leader of Iran, the statement says. Mojtaba Khamenei»»»
US‑Israel war on Iran: Where things stand after another weekend of strikes
Iran launched new attacks after naming Mojtaba Khamenei, son of its late supreme leader, as his successor—a move rejected by US President Donald Trump. Over the weekend, both sides struck new targets, including civilian sites, with Bahrain reporting damage to a key desalination plant and Israel hit»»»
Meat clusters: Farmers to receive concessional loans at 3 percent - | 24.KG
The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic has launched a pilot project to develop meat clusters in Chui region and Bishkek. The project covers the entire production cycle — from livestock fattening to processing and marketing of meat products. Farme»»»
Rockfall forces temporary closure of Zhany-Zhol road in Naryn - | 24.KG
A section of the road near Zhany-Zhol in Naryn region has been temporarily closed due to rockfall, local services reported as of March 9. According to Nurghazy Doolotov, head of Road Maintenance Enterprise No. 41, traffic movement on the affected section may remain closed from 10 days to two weeks,»»»
Rising population to sustain Dubai housing demand
Dubai: After five years of rapid expansion, analysts are forecasting a period of price moderation as new supply enters the market. However, they are optimistic that even though prices may soften over the next 12 to 18 months, a steady increase in the emirate's population will be able to absorb the »»»
Russia not to extradite foreigners served in Armed Forces on criminal charges - | 24.KG
Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a law banning the extradition to foreign states of individuals who served in the Russian Armed Forces or took part in the special military operation. The document has been published on the official legal information portal. Under the new provisions, Russia wi»»»
Peso slump gives UAE remitters more money to send home
Dubai: Filipino expatriates in the UAE are finding stronger value in their remittances after the Philippine peso slipped to one of its weakest levels against the UAE dirham in recent months, pushing the exchange rate to around Dh1 for 16.17 pesos on March 9. Sign up for our daily business newslette»»»
US‑Israel war with Iran day 10: What UAE residents need to know today
As tensions continue on day 10 of the US–Israel–Iran conflict, UAE authorities have issued a series of updates affecting security, travel, markets and daily life. Here’s what UAE residents need to know right now. Stay updated: Get the latest faster by downloading the Gulf News app - it's completely»»»
Lee says to swiftly introduce fuel price cap as Mideast crisis intensifies - UPI.com
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung speaks during an emergency economy response meeting on Middle East tensions held at Cheong Wa Dae in Seoul on Monday. Photo by Yonhap President Lee Jae Myung on Monday called for authorities to swiftly introduce a cap on local fuel prices, and preemptive respons»»»
UAE flight status March 9: Updated schedules, rebooking and refunds
UAE carriers have begun resuming limited flight operations amid ongoing regional airspace restrictions. Passengers are advised to avoid travelling to the airport unless contacted by their airline or holding a confirmed booking, as all flights remain subject to safety checks and operational clearanc»»»
Japan weighs release of national oil reserves
The Japanese government is understood to be considering tapping its national oil reserves to prepare for potential prolonged supply disruptions as the US-Israeli conflict with Iran drags on, according to a source familiar with the matter cited by Kyodo News. »»»
Who is Mojtaba Khamenei, son and successor to Iran's supreme leader?
Iran's Assembly of Experts has named Mojtaba Khamenei to succeed his slain father Ali Khamenei as the country's supreme leader, signalling that hardliners remain firmly in charge in Tehran more than a week into its conflict with the United States and Israel. Mojtaba Khamenei, a son of Iran's »»»
UAE weather alert: Chance of rain and fresh winds across UAE
According to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM), the country is expected to see partly cloudy to cloudy skies at times throughout the week, with a chance of rainfall and shifting wind patterns. For today, skies will remain partly cloudy to cloudy, with rainfall possible over some western, coa»»»
Unraveling petrochemicals: How oil shapes everyday life amid global tensions
Also In This Package Why bioplastics are becoming a supply chain imperative Plastic is not on your plate, but it’s inside your body How plastic could erase earth’s future Microplastics are everywhere and it’s slowly killing us Ever wondered how the plastic in your water bottle or the rubber in your»»»
Trump says oil price spike on Iran war a 'small price to pay'
US President Donald Trump on Sunday dismissed the war-related spike in oil prices as a "small price to pay" for removing the threat of Iran's nuclear program. "Short term oil prices, which will drop rapidly when the destruction of the Iran nuclear threat is over, is a very small price to pay for U.»»»
UAE air defences responding to missile threat
The United Arab Emirates Ministry of Defence has confirmed that air defences are currently addressing a missile threat. Residents are advised to remain in safe locations and follow all warnings and updates from official channels. Also Read: US‑Israel war on Iran day 10: Mojtaba Khamenei named supre»»»
Asia’s energy reserves under pressure as ‘2026 energy shock’ takes hold
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has thrown a harsh spotlight on a simple but decisive question for Asian governments: how long their energy reserves can last. Oil prices have already surged past $100 a barrel on the ba»»»
Asia’s energy reserves under pressure as ‘2026 energy shock’ takes hold
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has thrown a harsh spotlight on a simple but decisive question for Asian governments: how long their energy reserves can last. Oil prices have already surged past $100 a barrel on the ba»»»
Asia’s energy reserves under pressure as ‘2026 energy shock’ takes hold
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has thrown a harsh spotlight on a simple but decisive question for Asian governments: how long their energy reserves can last. Oil prices have already surged past $100 a barrel on the ba»»»
Asia’s energy reserves under pressure as ‘2026 energy shock’ takes hold
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has thrown a harsh spotlight on a simple but decisive question for Asian governments: how long their energy reserves can last. Oil prices have already surged past $100 a barrel on the ba»»»
Asia’s energy reserves under pressure as ‘2026 energy shock’ takes hold
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has thrown a harsh spotlight on a simple but decisive question for Asian governments: how long their energy reserves can last. Oil prices have already surged past $100 a barrel on the ba»»»
Asia’s energy reserves under pressure as ‘2026 energy shock’ takes hold
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has thrown a harsh spotlight on a simple but decisive question for Asian governments: how long their energy reserves can last. Oil prices have already surged past $100 a barrel on the ba»»»
Asia’s energy reserves under pressure as ‘2026 energy shock’ takes hold
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has thrown a harsh spotlight on a simple but decisive question for Asian governments: how long their energy reserves can last. Oil prices have already surged past $100 a barrel on the ba»»»
Asia’s energy reserves under pressure as ‘2026 energy shock’ takes hold
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has thrown a harsh spotlight on a simple but decisive question for Asian governments: how long their energy reserves can last. Oil prices have already surged past $100 a barrel on the ba»»»
Asia’s energy reserves under pressure as ‘2026 energy shock’ takes hold
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has thrown a harsh spotlight on a simple but decisive question for Asian governments: how long their energy reserves can last. Oil prices have already surged past $100 a barrel on the ba»»»
Asia’s energy reserves under pressure as ‘2026 energy shock’ takes hold
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has thrown a harsh spotlight on a simple but decisive question for Asian governments: how long their energy reserves can last. Oil prices have already surged past $100 a barrel on the ba»»»
Asia’s energy reserves under pressure as ‘2026 energy shock’ takes hold
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has thrown a harsh spotlight on a simple but decisive question for Asian governments: how long their energy reserves can last. Oil prices have already surged past $100 a barrel on the ba»»»
Asia’s energy reserves under pressure as ‘2026 energy shock’ takes hold
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has thrown a harsh spotlight on a simple but decisive question for Asian governments: how long their energy reserves can last. Oil prices have already surged past $100 a barrel on the ba»»»
Asia’s energy reserves under pressure as ‘2026 energy shock’ takes hold
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has thrown a harsh spotlight on a simple but decisive question for Asian governments: how long their energy reserves can last. Oil prices have already surged past $100 a barrel on the ba»»»
Asia’s energy reserves under pressure as ‘2026 energy shock’ takes hold
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has thrown a harsh spotlight on a simple but decisive question for Asian governments: how long their energy reserves can last. Oil prices have already surged past $100 a barrel on the ba»»»
Asia’s energy reserves under pressure as ‘2026 energy shock’ takes hold
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has thrown a harsh spotlight on a simple but decisive question for Asian governments: how long their energy reserves can last. Oil prices have already surged past $100 a barrel on the ba»»»
Asia’s energy reserves under pressure as ‘2026 energy shock’ takes hold
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has thrown a harsh spotlight on a simple but decisive question for Asian governments: how long their energy reserves can last. Oil prices have already surged past $100 a barrel on the ba»»»
Asia’s energy reserves under pressure as ‘2026 energy shock’ takes hold
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has thrown a harsh spotlight on a simple but decisive question for Asian governments: how long their energy reserves can last. Oil prices have already surged past $100 a barrel on the ba»»»
Asia’s energy reserves under pressure as ‘2026 energy shock’ takes hold
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has thrown a harsh spotlight on a simple but decisive question for Asian governments: how long their energy reserves can last. Oil prices have already surged past $100 a barrel on the ba»»»
Asia’s energy reserves under pressure as ‘2026 energy shock’ takes hold
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has thrown a harsh spotlight on a simple but decisive question for Asian governments: how long their energy reserves can last. Oil prices have already surged past $100 a barrel on the ba»»»
Asia’s energy reserves under pressure as ‘2026 energy shock’ takes hold
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has thrown a harsh spotlight on a simple but decisive question for Asian governments: how long their energy reserves can last. Oil prices have already surged past $100 a barrel on the ba»»»
Asia’s energy reserves under pressure as ‘2026 energy shock’ takes hold
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has thrown a harsh spotlight on a simple but decisive question for Asian governments: how long their energy reserves can last. Oil prices have already surged past $100 a barrel on the ba»»»
Asia’s energy reserves under pressure as ‘2026 energy shock’ takes hold
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has thrown a harsh spotlight on a simple but decisive question for Asian governments: how long their energy reserves can last. Oil prices have already surged past $100 a barrel on the ba»»»
Asia’s energy reserves under pressure as ‘2026 energy shock’ takes hold
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has thrown a harsh spotlight on a simple but decisive question for Asian governments: how long their energy reserves can last. Oil prices have already surged past $100 a barrel on the ba»»»
Asia’s energy reserves under pressure as ‘2026 energy shock’ takes hold
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has thrown a harsh spotlight on a simple but decisive question for Asian governments: how long their energy reserves can last. Oil prices have already surged past $100 a barrel on the ba»»»
Asia’s energy reserves under pressure as ‘2026 energy shock’ takes hold
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has thrown a harsh spotlight on a simple but decisive question for Asian governments: how long their energy reserves can last. Oil prices have already surged past $100 a barrel on the ba»»»
Asia’s energy reserves under pressure as ‘2026 energy shock’ takes hold
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has thrown a harsh spotlight on a simple but decisive question for Asian governments: how long their energy reserves can last. Oil prices have already surged past $100 a barrel on the ba»»»
Etihad updates flight schedule for March 10 from Abu Dhabi
Etihad Airways has released its updated flight schedule for 10 March 2026, as part of its phased resumption of limited commercial operations from Abu Dhabi. The airline will operate to a number of key destinations, with services carefully coordinated to meet safety and security requirements. Also R»»»
Fake: AI satellite imagery spurs US-Iran war disinformation
The satellite image posted by an Iranian news outlet looked real: a devastated US base in Qatar. But it was an AI-generated fake, underscoring the accelerating threat of tech-enabled disinformation during wartime. The rise of generative AI has turbocharged the ability of state actors and propagandi»»»
Iran fires new missiles as Khamenei's son takes charge
Iran fired missiles at Israel early Monday in the name of the Islamic republic's new leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, who was selected to succeed his slain father despite threats by the United States and Israel to target him next. Nine days after US-Israeli strikes killed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and plunge»»»
Rihanna's Beverly Hills home hit by gunfire, police say
The Beverly Hills home of pop superstar Rihanna has been hit by gunfire, police say. Officers from the Los Angeles Police Department responded to reports of gunfire at 13:15 local time (21:15 GMT) on Sunday. A suspect was located and taken into custody. A police official told the BBC's US partner, »»»