Bulgaria’s ex-president Rumen Radev rejects claims he is ‘hiding’ ahead of April election
Former Bulgarian president Rumen Radev said on March 10 he was “not hiding” from the public as speculation grows over the limited information about his newly launched political coalition ahead of next month’s snap parliamentary elections. »»»
Iran-linked hackers reportedly targeted Albanian parliament email system
The email system of the Albanian parliament has been targeted by a cyberattack allegedly carried out by a hacking group linked to Iran, according to Albania’s National Cyber Security Authority. The group, known as Homeland»»»
Oil tops $100 as Iran attacks offset IEA strategic reserve release
Oil prices soared back above $100 Thursday as Iran's fresh attempts to hit supplies in the Middle East and threats to bring down the global economy overshadowed a record release of strategic crude by the International Energy Agency. As the US-Israel strikes on the Islamic republic approached their »»»
Mukhammadali Kanybekov wins bronze at Youth World Boxing Cup - | 24.KG
Kyrgyzstani Mukhammadali Kanybekov won bronze at the Youth World Boxing Cup, currently underway in Montenegro. Adriatic Pearl tournament for athletes under 19 years old kicked off in Budva. The Kyrgyz athlete competed in the 50-kilogram weight class. Following the draw, he entered the podium in the»»»
CBSE issues clarification on Class XII exam rescheduling in UAE
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has confirmed that a circular circulating online, claiming that Class XII English exams in the Middle East have been rescheduled, is fake. The false message, which listed Bahrain, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, and attributed th»»»
UAE court orders man to repay Dh270,400 for false marriage promise, fines him Dh50,000
The Abu Dhabi Civil Family and Administrative Court has ordered a man to repay Dh270,400 to a woman after deceiving her through a social media application by impersonating another person and falsely promising marriage. The court also fined the defendant an additional Dh50,000 in compensation to the»»»
Qatar intercepts 9 ballistic missiles, several drones from Iran
Dubai: Qatar’s Ministry of Defence said the country’s air defence systems successfully intercepted multiple aerial threats after Iran launched ballistic missiles and drones on Wednesday. In an official statement, the ministry confirmed that the Qatari Armed Forces intercepted nine ballistic missile»»»
Arrest of journalist Altynai Arstanbekova: Interior Ministry’s comment - | 24.KG
A journalist has been detained in Bishkek on suspicion of publishing materials calling for mass unrest, the Ministry of Internal Affairs’ press service reported. According to it, on March 9, during social media monitoring, a Facebook account «Daniel Zhooshbaev» was discovered, which was used to dis»»»
Two companies must pay Dh57.38m after failing to settle cargo clearance debts in Dubai
Dubai Commercial Court has ordered two companies to jointly pay up to Dh57.38 million to a shipping and customs clearance firm in a commercial dispute over unpaid international cargo clearance services, while rejecting additional claims for legal and supplementary interest. According to case detail»»»
UN Security Council resolution condemning Iran's missile, drone attacks on Gulf, Arab countries
Also Read: UAE urges global action against Iranian missiles and dronesAlso Read: GCC welcomes UN Security Council adoption of resolution condemning Iran’s missile, drone strikes on Gulf StatesThe UN Security Council has adopted an unprecedented resolution condeming the missile and drone attacks lau»»»
UAE responds to Iranian missiles and drones, residents receive emergency alerts
The Ministry of Defence confirmed that UAE air defence systems were actively responding to incoming missile and drone threats launched from Iran amid ongoing regional hostilities. Authorities also clarified that the alert sounds heard by residents were triggered by these interception operations. Of»»»
GCC welcomes UN Security Council adoption of resolution condemning Iran’s missile, drone strikes on Gulf States
RIYADH: Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi, Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), welcomed the UN Security Council’s resolution condemning the egregious Iranian military operations against the GCC states and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. Albudaiwi affirmed that this international condemn»»»
Kyrgyz judokas to compete at Grand Slam in Georgia - | 24.KG
Athletes from Kyrgyzstan will take part in the international judo tournament in Georgia, the sport’s federation reported. According to the federation, the Grand Slam tournament will be held on March 20-22 in Tbilisi. A total of 14 sets of medals will be contested among men and women. Five athletes »»»
Oman firefighters continue battling blaze at Salalah Port after Iranian drone strike
Dubai: Emergency crews in Oman are continuing efforts to extinguish a fire that broke out at fuel storage tanks at the Port of Salalah following an Iranian drone attack, authorities said. The Civil Defence and Ambulance Authority confirmed that specialised response teams were immediately dispatched»»»
US trade probes could lead to new tariffs for EU, China
BusinessUnited States of AmericaUS trade probes could lead to new tariffs for EU, ChinaShakeel Sobhan with AFP, ReutersThe US probes could lead to new tariffs on key trading partners after the Supreme Court curtailed President Donald Trump's global tariff program. https://p.dw.com/p/5AD8KThe USTR h»»»
Philippine billionaires: Enrique 'Ricky' Razon tops Forbes 2026 list
Manila: Picture this: a college dropout, once sweating it out as a humble ports worker, now reigns supreme as the Philippines' undisputed richest man. Enrique "Ricky" Razon Jr. has stormed to the top of Forbes' 2026 World's Billionaires list, leaving a trail of stunned tycoons in his wake. But wait»»»
5,500 targets inside Iran, including 60+ ships, eliminated: US commander
Iranian ballistic missile and drone attacks have dropped drastically, supporting broader goals of neutralising threats in the Strait of Hormuz, according to a US commander in the Middle East. Admiral Brad Cooper, commander of the US Central Command in charge of "Operation Epic Fury", has highlighte»»»
Etihad releases flights until March 15 - what passengers need to know
Etihad Airways has announced its updated flight schedule, covering flights until March 15. The airline advised that guests with existing bookings will be accommodated on these flights as soon as possible, ensuring minimal disruption to their travel plans Tickets for all available flights are now on»»»
Syria praises U.S. support for reactivating Central Bank’s Fed account
Damascus, Mar.12 (SANA) The Governor of the Central Bank of Syria, Abdelkader Husrieh, expressed his appreciation to U.S. Special Envoy to Syria Tom Barrack and his team for their role in supporting the reactivation of the Central Bank’s account at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, nearly a dec»»»
Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs meet Italian ambassador in Tunis
Tunis, March 12 (TAP) - As part of the follow-up on cooperation files between Tunisia and Italy, Secretary of State to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration, and Tunisians Abroad, Mohamed Ben Ayed, held a working session, Wednesday, with...»»»
Drone falls on building in Dubai’s Creek Harbour; fire contained
Dubai: Authorities have confirmed that the fire has been fully contained and all residents in the building are safe following an incident in which a drone fell on a building near Dubai Creek Harbour, the Dubai Media Office said. Stay updated: Get the latest faster by downloading the Gulf News app n»»»
UAE condemns drone attack on Oman's Salalah Port
ABU DHABI: The United Arab Emirates has expressed its strong condemnation and denunciation of the unprovoked Iranian drone attack targeting the Port of Salalah in the Sultanate of Oman, which resulted in damage to several fuel tanks at the port. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA»»»
Cooking gas cylinders run low across India as Gulf tensions hit LPG deliveries, forcing kitchens to rethink meals
Dubai: Across India, familiar kitchen routines are changing as cooking gas supplies tighten. Hot tea, fried snacks and elaborate meals have been reported disappearing from menus in homes, hostels and roadside eateries hoping to use their LPG cylinders for a few more days. Sign up for our daily busi»»»
Mixing the cards in the Arabian Gulf: Iran’s dangerous gamble against the GCC
Amid the accelerating developments and the continued treacherous Iranian attacks against the GCC states, particularly the UAE, and in the midst of the falsehoods promoted by the Iranian regime and its sympathisers in our Arab region, some voices continue to repeat the claim that the missile and dro»»»
Kanye West ordered to pay $140K in Malibu mansion renovation lawsuit
A jury has ordered controversial US rapper Kanye West to pay $140,000 (£104,415) after a handyman sued him over unpaid work for renovations at his Malibu mansion. The verdict in the trial in Los Angeles came after Tony Saxon claimed the rapper, also known as Ye, did not pay him properly for work at»»»
WTI oil price jumps 8% as Middle East tensions rattle global markets
Global oil prices have rallied early on Thursday with the West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil April contract closing at $94.23 per barrel as on 11.56 GMT Wednesday (March 11), 8.56 am Tokyo (March 12), a 8% daily spike that underscores mounting anxiety over supply disruptions in the Middle East»»»
Trump’s attorney general moves into military housing over threats – media
US Attorney General Pam Bondi has quietly relocated to a military base in the Washington DC area, joining multiple other top officials of the administration of President Donald Trump who have opted for more secure housing, the New York Times has reported, citing people familiar with the matter. Bon»»»
Big Tech backs Anthropic in fight against Trump administration
A slew of America's biggest tech companies have swung behind Anthropic in its lawsuit against leaders in the Trump Administration. Since Monday, Google, Amazon, Apple and Microsoft have publicly supported Anthropic's legal action to overturn Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's unprecedented decision t»»»
1 killed, 38 rescued, others 'missing' following attacks on 2 oil tankers off Iraq
An attack on oil tankers near Iraq killed one crew member, Iraqi state television reported on Thursday, citing port authorities. Farhan Al-Fartousi, from Iraq's General Company for Ports, told state television that one crew member had been killed and 38 rescued so far, and the "search continues for»»»
How record release of oil reserves can stabilise price of ‘liquid gold’ worldwide
Dubai: Global oil markets have been under pressure as tensions in the Middle East disrupt shipments and threaten supply routes. A new move by the International Energy Agency aims to stabilise prices. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The IEA said it will release 400 mill»»»
As part of the “Eaten Straw” operations, at 23:30 on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, Islamic Resistance fighters targeted the Nasharim base southeast of Haifa with a barrage of sophisticated missiles: Statement 24 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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IRGC Launches 40th Wave of Operation True Promise 4 in Coordination with Hezbollah
The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says it has carried out the 40th wave of its ongoing retaliatory Operation True Promise 4, launching decisive strikes against hostile targets throughout the region. According to the Corps, the latest phase of the operation involved the firing of Qadr, Emad»»»
As part of the “Eaten Straw” operations, at 23:00 on Wednesday, 11/03/2026, Islamic Resistance fighters targeted the Rafael military industries complex north of the occupied city of Haifa with a squadron of attack drones: Statement 23 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Seeing grocery prices rise in the UAE? Here’s what shoppers should do
Dubai: Are you feeling a price pinch while shopping for groceries? Sudden increases in the cost of vegetables, staples or everyday essentials can leave shoppers wondering whether the jump is temporary or something that should be reported. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balance»»»
Iran-linked hackers claim responsibility for cyberattack Stryker - UPI.com
Medical device maker Stryker is experiencing a "global network disruption" Wednesday from a cyberattack by a group of pro-Iranian hackers. File Photo by Sascha Steinbach/EPA March 11 (UPI) -- Medical device maker Stryker is experiencing a global tech issue Wednesday from a cyberattack by a group of»»»
Qatar confirms Iranian attacks a dangerous escalation, outright breach of its sovereignty and territorial integrity
GENEVA: The State of Qatar has emphasized that the Iranian attacks, in which long-range missiles and drones have been used, represent a dangerous escalation and an unequivocal breach of its sovereignty and territorial integrity. It further added that these attacks pose a direct threat to the region»»»
Oil tankers ablaze as Trump vows to ‘finish the job’ in Iran: LIVE UPDATES, VIDEOS
Several tankers off the coasts of Iraq and Kuwait, along with a major port in Oman, are reportedly in flames as the US-Israeli military campaign against Iran continues to send shockwaves across global energy markets. At least two oil tankers have been targeted in separate attacks early Thursday, wh»»»
PSG hit five to stun Chelsea in Champions League last 16, first leg
Paris, France: A gift by Chelsea goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen and two late goals by Khvicha Kvaratskhelia gave title holders Paris Saint-Germain a stunning 5-2 win over the English side in a thrilling Champions League last 16, first leg on Wednesday. It looked as if Chelsea would return to London for»»»
As part of the “Eaten Straw” operations, and in line with the warning issued by the Islamic Resistance to a number of settlements in northern occupied Palestine, at 23:15 on Wednesday, 11/03/2026, the Islamic Resistance fighters targeted the Shtula settlement with a swarm of attack drones: Statement 22 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe As part of the “Eaten Straw” operations, and in line with the warning issued by the Islamic Resistance to a number of settlements in northe»»»
As part of the “Eaten Straw” operations, and in line with the warning issued by the Islamic Resistance to a number of settlements in northern occupied Palestine, at 22:30 on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, Islamic Resistance fighters targeted the Metula settlement for the second time with a barrage of rockets: Statement 20 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Live Updates: Trump vows to end war soon – Ya Libnan
Share: Photo- Israeli air strike on Hezbollah stronghold of Al Dhahiyeh a suburb of of Beirut March 11, 2026. Israel has been targeting the Iran backed Hezbollah after th e militant group fired rockets on Israel in support of Iran a move that outraged the Lebanese people and the government What to »»»
FM: Tunisia ready for all scenarios in Gulf and Middle East
Tunis, March 11 (TAP) - Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration and Tunisians Abroad, Mohamed Ali Nafti, said on Wednesday that “Tunisia is ready for all scenarios if the situation in the Gulf and the Middle East continues to escalate, particularly...»»»
Qatar welcomes UN Security Council Resolution condemning Iranian attacks on several countries in the region
Doha, Qatar: The State of Qatar welcomed the adoption of Resolution 2817 by the UN Security Council, which condemns Iranian attacks on several countries in the region and affirms respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of these countries, rejecting the targeting of civilians and vital»»»
Ramadan reignites memories, bolsters community bonds, say Moroccan expats
Khaled Al Hameidi Doha “When Ramadan arrives, it feels as if Morocco begins breathing at a different rhythm,” said Nassiba Al Ali, a Moroccan resident in Qatar, recalling the scenes she grew up with in her hometown. Speaking to Qatar Tribune, Al Ali described how the holy month transforms daily lif»»»
US ‘not worth fighting for’ if it targeted Iranian school – Tucker Carlson
The United States is “not worth fighting for” if it carried out the bombing of an Iranian school but refuses to admit responsibility, American journalist Tucker Carlson has said. Speaking on his YouTube podcast on Tuesday, Carlson insisted that the country cannot claim the moral high ground if it a»»»
Kiev bankrolling Hungary’s pro-Ukraine opposition – Budapest
The Hungarian authorities have proof that Ukraine is covertly channeling funds to the opposition Tisza Party ahead of the country’s parliamentary elections next month, government spokesman Zoltan Kovacs has said. Speaking at the Hour of Truth broadcast on Wednesday, Kovacs recalled that pro-EU Tisz»»»
U.S. likely at fault for deadly strike on Iranian elementary school - UPI.com
President Donald Trump, wearing a USA baseball cap, stands as the remains of six U.S. soldiers killed in an Iranian drone strike in Kuwait are returned to the United States during a dignified transfer at Dover Air Force Base, Del., on Saturday. The six members of the Army Reserve died on March 1 wh»»»
Qatar Chamber all set to launch 24/7 team to tackle logistics challenges
Tribune News Network Doha The Qatar Chamber Services Committee held a meeting on Wednesday via video conference to review challenges facing the transportation and logistics sector and discuss measures to ensure the continued flow of goods into the country. The meeting was chaired by Eng. Ali bin Ab»»»
Everyone in Qatar is working hard to ensure safety: Coach Martins ahead of QSL tie
Tribune News Network Doha The Qatar Stars League will be back in action on Thursday after a brief pause, and Al Gharafa coach Pedro Martins said the players and staff are quite reassured after worries due to the recent regional scenario. The Portuguese coach while speaking to the media on eve of th»»»
Al Khulaifi: GCC vital for int’l economic security
Al Khulaifi also highlighted the global importance of security in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), emphasising that stability in the Gulf is not only a regional concern but a matter of international economic security. He noted that GCC countries play a crucial role in supporting global markets t»»»