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06 March 2026
Lebanon 05-03-2026 | 15:35
Hezbollah’s leader says Israel started the war, accuses it of ongoing violations, and vows resistance will continue while criticizing Lebanon’s government on weapons policy.
Opinion 05-03-2026 | 12:37
In times of war, missiles may be launched to change realities, but the UAE has proven that true strength lies in remaining a safe haven in a turbulent world and in turning every crisis into a new testament to the nation’s resilience and the world’s trust in it.
Lebanon 04-03-2026 | 15:27
Delays for Lebanon's parliamentary elections were already being discussed; the war has given them new  urgency. The question is for how long.
Lebanon 04-03-2026 | 14:19
As speculation grows over a new Israeli ground operation, military experts highlight strategic targets, Hezbollah strongholds, and the geopolitical stakes in Lebanon’s southern and border regions.
GCC 04-03-2026 | 13:05
Riyadh reaffirms solidarity with affected countries and declares its security a red line as regional tensions intensify. Their rhetoric marks a departure as Gulf alliances face a shared threat.
Business Tech 04-03-2026 | 12:54
Brent crude hit $82.53 today as United States and Israel continued strikes on Iran. Iraqi output cuts and tanker disruptions have sparked supply fears worldwide.
Middle East 04-03-2026 | 12:20
Iranian media has claimed control of the vital trade corridor as markets brace for impact. Traffic through the strait has already dropped precipitously since the outbreak of hostilities.
Business Tech 04-03-2026 | 11:56
With over 20,000 flights canceled, passengers stranded throughout the Middle East, and surging jet-fuel prices—here’s how the crisis is reshaping international travel.
Lebanon 04-03-2026 | 11:53
A Comfort Hotel in Baabda was hit overnight with several floors affected. Authorities are coordinating evacuation and safety measures.
Lebanon 03-03-2026 | 21:31
Intent on stabilizing the Lebanese army with salary increases, Prime Minister Nawaf Salam seeks to finance his pay package with new regressive taxes targeting gasoline and the VAT. According to some, the proposal hinges on his ability to break the unions.

Selected News

Lebanon 04-03-2026 | 15:27
Delays for Lebanon's parliamentary elections were already being discussed; the war has given them new  urgency. The question is for how long.
Lebanon 04-03-2026 | 14:19
As speculation grows over a new Israeli ground operation, military experts highlight strategic targets, Hezbollah strongholds, and the geopolitical stakes in Lebanon’s southern and border regions.
Middle East 04-03-2026 | 12:40
As the war shakes historically insulated countries in the Gulf, the Middle East braces for a new reality. Here’s a country-by-country breakdown of the war's impact so far.
Middle East 04-03-2026 | 12:20
Iranian media has claimed control of the vital trade corridor as markets brace for impact. Traffic through the strait has already dropped precipitously since the outbreak of hostilities.
Lebanon 03-03-2026 | 21:31
Intent on stabilizing the Lebanese army with salary increases, Prime Minister Nawaf Salam seeks to finance his pay package with new regressive taxes targeting gasoline and the VAT. According to some, the proposal hinges on his ability to break the unions.
Opinion 03-03-2026 | 16:07
Markets begin to ask whether the security of maritime chokepoints can still be treated as an implicit constant in the global economic model. That translates into persistently elevated insurance costs, higher structural risk premium, and slower capital deployment.
Lebanon 05-03-2026 | 15:43
A new escalation in the Israel–Hezbollah conflict triggers evacuation warnings and mass displacement in Beirut’s southern suburbs.
GCC 05-03-2026 | 15:39
Three cruise missiles and four drones were destroyed, with a separate attempted drone attack targeting the Ras Tanura refinery and recent strikes hitting the US Embassy in Riyadh.
Middle East 05-03-2026 | 15:38
Netanyahu’s office says the attacks targeted Iran’s nuclear program and plans to hit Israel and American forces in the Middle East.

Opinion

Opinion 05-03-2026 | 12:37
In times of war, missiles may be launched to change realities, but the UAE has proven that true strength lies in remaining a safe haven in a turbulent world and in turning every crisis into a new testament to the nation’s resilience and the world’s trust in it.
Opinion 03-03-2026 | 16:07
Markets begin to ask whether the security of maritime chokepoints can still be treated as an implicit constant in the global economic model. That translates into persistently elevated insurance costs, higher structural risk premium, and slower capital deployment.
Opinion 01-03-2026 | 10:35
Is an Iranian succession plan pre-coordinated with the United States as President Trump has suggested? Some have their doubts.
Opinion 28-02-2026 | 19:00
Air wars not followed by rapid political change often spiral into conflicts of attrition. If history is any example, the next 48 hours will prove decisive.
Opinion 27-02-2026 | 17:00
An emergent narrative in media seeks to mischaracterize UAE designs on Saudi Arabia and the region. The narrative is largely baseless.
Middle East 03-03-2026 | 12:43
The UNESCO World Heritage site, known as the “Versailles of the East,” sustains partial damage in recent strikes.
Opinion 24-02-2026 | 12:33
Poets have an acute ability to challenge political dogma—Talal Haidar challenges old strategies and urges Lebanon to rethink the cost of conflict. 
Art 20-02-2026 | 15:01
From record production budgets to thousands of new jobs, Arab Ramadan drama has become a major economic driver across the region.
AI 20-02-2026 | 11:31
From brainwave-controlled gloves to AI-powered diagnosis, China is blending centuries-old traditional medicine with cutting-edge technology—but can artificial intelligence truly replace skilled hands and patient trust?
Culture 19-02-2026 | 14:38
From Beirut to Tripoli, and from Akkar to Jerusalem, four Lebanese female filmmakers explore memory, identity, and resilience in cinema that bridges past and present. 
Sport 24-02-2026 | 15:08
The long-awaited showdown between Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao returns this September at Saphir Hall, promising a historic clash broadcast live worldwide on Netflix.
Sport 10-02-2026 | 13:51
British Crown Prince meets female football players in Riyadh and travels to AlUla as royal ties between London and Riyadh continue to deepen.
Sport 09-02-2026 | 16:30
With gyms destroyed and resources scarce, Palestinian children train amid tents and rubble, finding strength, discipline, and hope in the midst of war.
Football 06-02-2026 | 17:03
Real Madrid’s K5 masks track players’ endurance and aerobic capacity in real time, bringing high-tech training straight to the pitch.
Region 03-02-2026 | 14:15
Amini joins other athletes in standing against human rights abuses, refusing to wear the national jersey as tensions rise between Iran’s sports community and the regime.