UAE and Qatar to cover hotel and meal costs for those stranded in country during Iran attacks
Hotels are being asked to extend stays until airport operations resume and tourists are able to leave.
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France says it will work with China on de-esclatating Iran war
PARIS, March 3 (Reuters) - French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot held a call on Monday with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi to discuss the Iran war and both agreed to work on de-escalation, Barrot's office said in a statement. Both ministers committed to seeking a political
Newsletter: Trump could accept leadership change from within regime, General Petraeus says
Also in this newsletter: The latest on the spiralling conflict gripping the Middle East.
The French village where Ayatollah Khomeini fomented Iran's revolution
It has been nearly 50 years since the Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini recorded speeches calling for an Islamic revolution from a country home in an affluent village west of Paris. But the inhabitants of Neauphle-le-Chateau have still not got over their famous guest, as the
New project - With citizens for effective cohesion policy: Applications open
Citizen participation strengthens public policy. It improves targeting, enhances legitimacy and increases the long-term impact of investments. Following successful pilot projects across European regions, the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Regional and Urban
How close is the EU to break free from Visa and Mastercard's grip?
Europe needs to roll up its sleeves, or it risks losing its last bit of independence to U.S.-controlled payment schemes. As the first EU instant payment system, WERO aims to become Europe’s ticket to payment autonomy.
Alleged plot to topple government well-funded, ‘strategically planned’ till next election: Anwar
The alleged plan involved using the media, publishing legal analyses questioning government measures, influencing parliamentary questions, and using the influence of international bankers to question the prime minister’s motives, the premier told Parliament.
US orders some diplomatic staff to leave Middle East as Iran conflict escalates
DUBAI, March 3 - The U.S. on Tuesday ordered non-emergency government personnel and their family members to leave Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Iraq and Jordan and closed several diplomatic missions across the region as tensions with Iran escalated.
Hong Kong Film Festival Marks 50th Anniversary With Chinese Cinema Retrospective, Chen Kaige, Tsai Ming-liang, Ann Hui Masterclasses – Global Bulletin
PIONEERING PICTURES The Hong Kong International Film Festival will mark its 50th anniversary with a retrospective program celebrating Chinese-language cinema, featuring masterclasses and seminars from some of the region’s most influential filmmakers. Titled “Revisiting Chinese
Building collapses in southern Lebanon after Israeli strike targets Hezbollah-linked institution
A building collapses and smoke billows into the air as Israel targets offices of Al-Qard Al-Hassan, a Hezbollah-linked financial institution.
China’s undersea Great Wall targets US sub supremacy
Beneath the waves of the Pacific, China is quietly building a layered undersea warfare system designed not just to contest US submarines, but to secure its nuclear deterrent and reshape the region’s strategic balance. In testimony before the US-China Economic and Security
At least 42 civilians killed in Afghanistan in conflict with Pakistan, UN agency says
KABUL, March 3 (Reuters) - At least 42 civilians have been killed and 104 wounded in Afghanistan in the fighting with Pakistan between February 26 and March 2, the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan said on Tuesday. (Reporting by Mohammad Yunus Yawar, writing by
Strong quake hits off Indonesia’s Sumatra island
The quake rattled residents but caused no serious damage.
New policies and studies on migrant integration in Denmark
Changes to requirements for third-country national students Denmark’s Ministry for Immigration and Integration introduced new rules for (prospective) university students from outside Europe. Because it holds an 'opt-out' from EU legislation on justice and home affairs, the
Europe Today: Iran war intensifies as Trump signals prolonged fight
Watch Europe Today as we bring you the latest developments and reactions to day four of the Iran war. Live from 8 am Brussels time.
Malaysia PM Anwar says panel probing anti-graft chief will submit report soon
He said it is too early to decide on the need for a Royal Commission of Inquiry into allegations.
Superintelligence is already here and now
People argue back and forth about when artificial superintelligence will arrive. The truth is that it’s already here. Go back a hundred years, and the popular notion of “intelligence” would probably include things like calculating speed and memorization. Then we invented
US orders non-emergency staff to leave Bahrain, Iraq and Jordan
DUBAI, March 3 (Reuters) - The U.S. State Department said on Tuesday it has ordered the departure of non-emergency U.S. government personnel and family members from Bahrain, Iraq and Jordan. The order comes as the U.S. monitors security risk linked to its conflict with Iran.
Trump hosts Germany's Merz against backdrop of Iran strikes, tariff threats
By Andrea Shalal and Andreas Rinke WASHINGTON, March 3 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump hosts German Chancellor Friedrich Merz at the White House on Tuesday for talks on sensitive topics ranging from U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran to Trump's new tariff threats and the
Netanyahu says US-Israel war on Iran 'not going to take years'
March 3 (Reuters) - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he expected the war against Iran was "not going to take years", as the conflict widened with Israel attacking Iran-backed Hezbollah targets in Lebanon and Iran hitting Gulf states that host U.S. bases. U.S.
Setback for Anwar: Bid to separate powers of attorney-general and public prosecutor delayed
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's reform bid faces setbacks, including a bid to cap the prime minister's term to 10 years.
Airline ticket prices soar on Asia-Europe routes after Gulf airport closures
Airline websites showing tickets on many popular routes booked out for days.
Why the Middle East crisis will have a 'negligible' impact on the war in Ukraine
Russia has been wreaking havoc on Ukraine for years with the Iranian-designed Shahed kamikaze drone, but Iran's current troubles will not dent Moscow's ability to send barrages of the drone toward Ukrainian targets.
Commission opens in-depth state aid investigation into Romania's amended restructuring plan for CE Oltenia
The European Commission has opened an in-depth investigation to assess whether Romania's proposed amendments to power company CE Oltenia's restructuring plan are in line with EU state aid rules. In January 2022 the Commission conditionally approved Romanian restructuring aid of
Helicopter crash kills two in Philippines
The helicopter was carrying five people, including two Malaysians.
Oil extends gains after new Iran threat to Gulf shipping
It comes after prices surged on Monday and as the US is set to announce plans to deal with the rising cost of energy.
‘Normal was left in the dust’: El Niño may return this year and make the planet even hotter
El Niño could fuel extreme weather and raise temperatures to record highs this year, but how sure can we be that it will return?
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Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this March 3rd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
One year after Northvolt’s bankruptcy, Swedish green tech says it isn’t dead yet
Europe is betting big on green tech for energy independence. But can the continent afford another Northvolt?
From New York basement to global success
They’re one of the most innovate bands around and, now, a Belgian audience will be treated to an all-too-rare appearance. Postmodern Jukebox has amassed over 2.2 billion YouTube views and 6.4 million YouTube subscribers since its launch in 2011. The band, also known as Scott
Anupam Kher Preps Varanasi-Set Film in Spirit of ‘Saaransh,’ Bows ‘Tanvi the Great’ on Prime Video (EXCLUSIVE)
Indian thespian Anupam Kher is developing a new film set in Varanasi that echoes the themes of his 1984 breakthrough “Saaransh” while unveiling his latest directorial effort “Tanvi the Great” for its global streaming premiere on Prime Video March 3. “I’m working on a story
Malaysia PM tells parliament of plot to destabilise government
KUALA LUMPUR, March 3 - Malaysia's prime minister said a suspect in an alleged plot to topple the government had engaged an international public relations firm to launch a coordinated attack aimed at undermining national institutions before the next election.
Malaysia PM Anwar tells parliament of plot to destabilise government
He said the plot began in August 2024 and was to run till the next general election, due by 2028.
Chinese social media giant bans female Uyghur comic over marriage jokes, sparking backlash
The female stand-up comedian "stirred up gender conflicts and created anxiety over marriage and childbirth … and was banned", read a statement by Chinese social media giant Weibo.
Know when to fold them: the tech inspired by origami
Origami techniques can add strength to structures without adding bulk.
Thailand seeks arrest of foreigner accused of $30m cross-border fraud
Thai authorities accused Ben Smith and his wife of “cross-border investment fraud” dating back to 2016.
Analysis-Attack on Iran could buoy Trump in talks with China's Xi
WASHINGTON/BEIJING, March 3 (Reuters) - The U.S. military campaign against Iran has put Chinese leader Xi Jinping on the back foot ahead of an expected summit with U.S. President Donald Trump, who for the second time in as many months has turned America's military against one
The little town making nearly all of China's lanterns
A remarkable 80% of the country's lanterns are still made by hand in one small town in Hebei Province.
Jon Stewart Slams Trump For Keeping Press in the Dark About Iran War: ‘Our Bombs Are Now Smarter Than Our President’
On this week’s episode of “The Daily Show,” Jon Stewart went after President Donald Trump for keeping the press in the dark about his goal with America’s newly started war with Iran. “Now, the interesting thing about this war, which just started, was that it was clearly a long
Africa: Housing Activist Killed in South Africa
[HRW] Conduct Prompt and Thorough Investigation; Ensure Accountability
Africa: East Africa Joins Forces to Bridge Vaccine Gap, Fortify Health Security
[New Times] Determined to reduce reliance on imported medicines and better prepare for future pandemics, East Africa is strengthening regional collaboration to boost health security and accelerate local production of vaccines and other critical health products.
Africa: Adwa Victory Marked As Day That 'Broke the Dark Sky Over Africa,' Says Prime Minister Abiy
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has described the Victory of Adwa as the day "the sun broke through a sky that had been dark for all of Africa and Black people," underscoring its historic and symbolic significance.