Red Cross Chief Condemns ‘Deliberate Threats’ Against Civilians in Mideast War
The head of the International Committee of the Red Cross on Monday condemned "deliberate threats" against civilian targets that have marked the widening Middle East war. Without naming any side, ICRC president Mirjana Spoljaric said there had already been widespread destruction of "essential" infra»»»
Iran Rejects Latest Ceasefire Proposal as Trump Deadline Approaches
Iran on Monday rejected the latest ceasefire proposal and instead said it wants a permanent end to the war, even as US President Donald Trump’s ultimatum loomed for progress to avoid a major escalation in attacks against power plants and bridges. "We won’t merely accept a ceasefire," Mojtaba Ferdou»»»
Qatar Orphan Care Center launches 2026-2030 strategy focused on empowerment
Doha, Qatar: Qatar's Orphan Care Center "Dreama" has launched its 2026-2030 strategy, aimed at strengthening care and empowerment programs for orphans. The launch event was held under the patronage of HE Minister of Social Development and Family Buthaina bint Ali Al Jabr Al Nuaimi, and attended by »»»
Dreama launches 2026-2030 strategy focused on empowerment
Doha Qatar's Orphan Care Center ‘Dreama’ has launched its 2026-2030 strategy aimed at strengthening care and empowerment programs for orphans. The launch event was held under the patronage of Minister of Social Development and Family Buthaina bint Ali Al Jabr Al Nuaimi, and attended by senior offic»»»
Court in Haskovo Leaves In Custody American National Wanted in Czechia for Arson
The District Court in Haskovo, Southern Bulgaria has left in custody a 26-year-old American citizen, Nathan Daniel Limesand, under a European Arrest Warrant issued by the judicial authorities in the Czech city of Pardubice. The measure is to ensure the defendant is present during the extradition pr»»»
Atalanta in Champions League hunt after cruising past Lecce
Milan, Italy: Atalanta are firmly in contention for next season's Champions League after beating lowly Lecce 3-0 Monday April 6, 2026, and creeping to within five points of Serie A's top four. Goals from Giorgio Scalvini, Lecce old boy Nikola Krstovic and Giacomo Raspadori gave seventh-placed Atala»»»
Lebanon says Israeli strikes hit south Beirut, country's south
Beirut, Lebanon: An Israeli strike hit Beirut's southern suburbs on Monday April 6, 2026, as Israel's army said it was targeting Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah, while Lebanon reported broad strikes in the country's south. AFPTV footage showed smoke billowing across the skyline after the strik»»»
Vucic to speak to reporters on Tuesday
BELGRADE - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic will speak to reporters on Tuesday at 1 pm, the presidential press office has announced. In a statement, it said Vucic would hold the press conference in the building of the General Secretariat of the President of the Republic. Before the press conferen»»»
Bangladesh begins vaccine push after 98 children died - UPI.com
Bangladesh is starting a measles vaccination campaign after more than 98 children have died of the highly contagious diseases. File Photo by Annie Rice/EPA April 6 (UPI) -- Bangladesh launched an emergency vaccination campaign to protect more than a million children from measles, after at least 98 »»»
Yemeni Armed Forces Announces New Joint Attack with Iran & Hezbollah, Striking Israeli Military Targets in Eilat
The Yemeni Armed Forces announced, in a statement issued on Monday, a new military operation against the Zionist enemy in support of the axis of resistance. The statement, read by the spokesman for the Yemeni Armed Forces General Yahya Saree, indicated that the attack was carried out by winged miss»»»
Iraq Could Restore Oil Exports to Pre-war Level within a Week if Hormuz Reopens, Basra Oil Chief Says
Iraq could restore crude oil exports to around 3.4 million barrels per day within a week provided the Iran war ends and the Strait of Hormuz reopens, the head of the country’s state-run Basra Oil Company said. Among Gulf oil producers, Iraq has suffered the biggest drop in oil revenue as a result o»»»
SDRPY Advances Construction of Model Secondary School in Yemen's Seiyun
Work is progressing on the construction and outfitting of Al-Sabban model secondary school in Yemen’s Seiyun, a project implemented by the Saudi Development and Reconstruction Program for Yemen (SDRPY) as part of its ongoing efforts to support the education sector and enhance learning environments »»»
Escaped convicts, prisoner on furlough held over failed robbery
Two escaped convicts and a prisoner out on furlough have been arrested in central Greece on suspicion of staging a failed home invasion, authorities said Monday. A police statement said a woman was also arrested Sunday driving a car with the escaped convicts hidden in the boot. The prisoner on a si»»»
'Not the Cairo we know': Energy shock from Iran war dims Egypt nights
Cairo: At a roadside cafe in downtown Cairo, Abu Ali was mid domino throw when the lights snapped off under new early-closing orders enacted to curb Egypt's soaring energy bill due to the US Iran war. "I used to stay here until 2:00 am," the 63-year-old told AFP, tapping his tiles as the street wen»»»
Regional Development Minister Proposes Increasing Transport Sector Aid to EUR 50 Mln
Regional Development and Public Works Minister Nikolay Naydenov has sent a letter to the European Commission proposing an increase in the total amount of state aid for the transport sector from EUR 25,564,594.06 to EUR 50,000,000, the Ministry said. The Regional Development Ministry has developed a»»»
How high will oil prices go if Iran-US ceasefire is not reached?
Dubai: Oil prices are swinging again, with markets increasingly focused on how high crude could climb if a ceasefire in the US-Israel-Iran conflict fails to materialise. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.Brent rose 2.01% to $111.23 on Monday, while »»»
Abu Dhabi shuts Lailak Fish Monger over serious food safety violations
Abu Dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) has ordered the administrative closure of Lailak Fish Monger, a food establishment located in Mohammed Bin Zayed City (East 11) in Abu Dhabi, due to food safety violations. The facility, which holds commercial licence number (C»»»
Assen Vassilev Is Top-of-the-List Candidate of Continue the Change – Democratic Bulgaria for Haskovo 29th and Plovdiv City 16th Constituencies
BTA will publish the names of the top-of-the-list candidates of every party/coalition for all constituencies for the April 19 parliamentary elections. The information about the candidates is provided by the respective political entity, the candidates themselves and other official sources. Assen Vas»»»
Gold Holds Nearly Steady with Focus on US-Iran Tensions
Gold prices were nearly steady on Monday, as market participants stayed cautious and awaited further signals on the evolving US-Iran situation and its impact on global interest rates. Spot gold was little changed at $4,669.13 per ounce by 9:26 a.m. ET (1326 GMT) after falling 1% earlier in the sess»»»
Wawrinka falls in first round of Monte Carlo Masters
Monte Carlo, Monaco: Principality of Monaco, Stan Wawrinka bid farewell to the Monte Carlo Masters as the 2014 champion fell 7-5, 7-5 to Sebastian Baez in the first round on Monday, April 6, 2026. The 41-year-old three-time Grand Slam winner will retire from tennis at the end of the season and ente»»»
UAE Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka gifts pergola to children’s park
A pergola that formed part of the United Arab Emirates Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, has been installed in Tottori Prefecture, where it will continue to serve as a public space for visitors. Originally positioned at the entrance of the UAE Pavilion, the pergola provided a shaded area for mil»»»
Bulgaria to Launch National Programme Ensuring Access to Life-Saving Naloxone
The Ministry of Health has announced the start of work on a National Programme to ensure access to naloxone, a life-saving medication for opioid overdoses, both within and outside the healthcare system. Naloxone, also known as Narcan, is a fast-acting opioid antagonist that rapidly reverses overdos»»»
Thessaloniki tax official arrested for alleged tip-offs on inspections
A 64-year-old tax official in Thessaloniki has been arrested for allegedly warning business owners in advance about upcoming tax inspections, authorities said on Monday. An investigation was launched in 2024. It was triggered by a formal complaint. A 76-year-old retired tax official was also arrest»»»
Russia Views Launch of Japan-Ukraine Drone Cooperation Project as Hostile Move - Russian MFA
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Moscow views the launch of the Japanese-Ukrainian drone cooperation project as a hostile move, Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova said on Monday. "Considering Ukraine's systematic criminal provocations using drones against civilian targets in Russia, we view th»»»
Sharjah to build new Kalba roundabout with rose water fountain for visitors
Sharjah: Work is under way to construct a new public roundabout designed to welcome visitors entering the city from the western side, in line with directives from His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah. According to the “Direct Line” progra»»»
Shura Council reviews sports and youth strategy 2023-2030
Doha, Qatar: Qatar's Shura Council has held its weekly sitting, addressing regional developments and reviewing plans to strengthen the country's sports and youth sectors. The sitting, chaired by the Speaker HE Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim, opened with praise for the Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad »»»
Meet the Dubai teenage brothers running their own clothing brand: 'We wanted to support our mother'
Dubai: Walking into the small studio apartment in JVC, I was met with two shy boys and their mother Randa Alawi, a Saudi single mother working in food catering, who had just come home from work. Before I could sit down, she patted Bandr gently on the back, explaining that he was a little nervous. B»»»
How Ukraine's Manpower Crisis Went From Bad to Catastrophic
Ukraine’s armed forces are bleeding out, and proof of this is clearly visible on the front lines, military analyst Ivan Konovalov tells Sputnik. Most of the motivated fighters and nationalists within the Ukrainian military's ranks have already been wiped out, says Ivan Konovalov.Those who remain ar»»»
UAE joins Svalbard Treaty in Norway
The UAE has officially joined the Svalbard Treaty, following Federal Decree No. 125 of 2025. This step strengthens the country’s role in polar science and international cooperation and reflects its commitment to protecting some of the world’s most climate-sensitive regions. Svalbard is a Norwegian »»»
Bahrain Public Prosecution orders detention of suspects accused of spying for Iran
Manama, Bahrain: Bahrain's Public Prosecution on Monday, April 6, 2026, ordered the detention of several individuals arrested on charges of espionage for Iranian intelligence agencies and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The head of the Terror Crimes Prosecution said the arrests were c»»»
PIA scraps discounts, cuts and suspends flights as fuel costs soar
Dubai: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has scrapped all passenger discounts and scaled back flight operations as surging jet fuel prices strain the carrier’s finances, Dawn reported. A spokesperson for the national airline said concessions would now be limited to children and infants, with al»»»
Trump endorses Steve Hilton for California governor - UPI.com
Steve Hilton attends a Vote Leave rally in London in 2016. President Donald Trump has endorsed Hilton for governor of California. Photo by EPA April 6 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump endorsed Republican Steve Hilton for California governor early Monday morning on Truth Social. "I have known and res»»»
Indian and Pakistani schools in Dubai reopen, kicking off 2026-27 academic year online
Dubai: Living rooms doubling as classrooms and parents helping tiny fingers click the right login button. This was the scene at many households in Dubai on Monday morning as Indian and Pakistani schools began the 2026-27 academic year online, with hundreds of kindergarten children experiencing thei»»»
Bulgaria to Launch National Program Ensuring Access to Life-Saving Naloxone
The Ministry of Health has announced the start of work on a National Program to ensure access to naloxone, a life-saving medication for opioid overdoses, both within and outside the healthcare system. Naloxone, also known as Narcan, is a fast-acting opioid antagonist that rapidly reverses overdoses»»»
Visit Qatar announces new dates for Cirque Du Liban's acclaimed water circus
Doha, Qatar: The Fontana Show by Cirque du Liban will come to Qatar on April 30, 2026, as announced by Visit Qatar. The one-month show will be held at the Circus Tent at Hyatt Plaza and will continue until May 31. The production will introduce audiences in Qatar to large-scale aquatic performances,»»»
Bulgaria Cracks Down on Election Crimes: 183 Arrested, Over 1,000 Violations Reported
Authorities in Bulgaria report a significant escalation in efforts to combat election-related violations, with 183 individuals detained in connection with crimes against electoral rights, according to the Coordination Council overseeing the vote. At the same time, over 1,000 alerts have been submit»»»
Flying to Saudi? You can now book your train and flight together
Dubai: Saudi Arabia is moving towards a more integrated travel experience, with national carrier Saudia and Saudi Arabia Railways signing an agreement to combine air and rail ticketing systems. The deal, announced at the Umrah and Ziyarah Forum 2026 in Madinah, will allow travellers to issue boardi»»»
Saudis to travel visa-free to Russia from May 11
Dubai: A visa-free travel agreement between Russia and Saudi Arabia will come into effect on May 11, allowing citizens of both countries to enter without a visa, according to a statement issued by the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The agreement enables nationals of Russia and the Kingdom of »»»
Parliament holds plenary session Tuesday
TUNIS, April 6 (TAP) – The Parliament will hold a plenary session on Tuesday, April 7, 2026.It will review a draft organic law approving the agreement signed on July 14, 2022, between the Tunisian government and the African Union Commission...»»»
Serbia beat Netherlands at water polo world cup qualifying tournament
ALEXANDROUPOLI - The Serbia men's national water polo team defeated the Netherlands 15-11 (5-4, 2-2, 4-4, 4-1) in a Round 1, Group A match of a World Cup 2026 Division 1 qualifying tournament in Alexandroupoli, Greece, on Monday. Serbia next face Greece on Tuesday and Hungary on Wednesday. The best»»»
Mangalia Shipyard: Vote on reorganization plan rejected; company enters bankruptcy proceedings
The reorganization plan put to a vote aimed to identify a strategic investor to take over the shipyard’s operations and provide the financial resources necessary for its relaunch. The creditors’ rejection of the plan requires the court-appointed administrator to file a petition with the court, whic»»»
Sharaf DG leads UAE e-waste drive, collects 10,000kg of old electronics through schools
Sharaf DG is leading its National E-Waste Drive by taking it closer to where habits form. By extending the initiative into schools across the UAE, the retailer is engaging students and families, widening participation while cultivating responsible disposal and circular environmental practices as pa»»»
Ukraine Might Be Behind TurkStream Sabotage Attempts - Orban
Last week, President of Serbia Alexandar Vucic told Orban that security forces had discovered explosive devices near a key gas pipeline linking Serbia and Hungary and carrying Russian gas via the TurkStream route. "We cannot yet answer exactly who planned the sabotage... However, what we are seeing»»»
UAE braces for rain, dust and rough seas
Dubai: The National Centre of Meteorology has forecast unsettled weather across the UAE, with scattered rainfall expected from Thursday through to Monday. In a statement, the centre said conditions on Tuesday and during the daytime on Wednesday would be fair to partly cloudy and occasionally dusty,»»»
Khatam HQ Warns: Stronger Retaliation if Civilian Areas Hit Again
Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters has warned that any renewed aggression against civilian areas will be met with a more forceful and wide-ranging response, as US-Israeli bombing continues to target civilian infrastructure in Iran. In a statement on Monday, spokesperson Ebrahim Zolfaghari»»»
Morocco Launches Financial Futures Trading with Contract on MASI 20 Index
Morocco on Monday began futures trading in financial instruments with its first listing of a standard futures contract on the MASI 20 equity index, the central bank and the AMMC - the capital markets regulator - said. The contract, called the "MASI 20 Future," is based on an index that tracks the 2»»»
Israel Defense Minister Says Struck Iran's Largest Petrochemical Facility
Defense Minister Israel Katz said Monday that Israel had conducted a "powerful strike" on Iran's largest petrochemical complex, after Iranian media reported multiple explosions at the site. The military "just carried out a powerful strike on Iran's largest petrochemical facility, located in Asaluye»»»
Iran: Response to Ceasefire Proposals Formulated - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Iran: Response to Ceasefire Proposals Formulated 06-04-2026 15:31 PM Esmaeil Baqaei, Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman in an image from arc»»»
Spa Hotel Kleptuza Velingrad Prioritizes Family Tourism, Installs New Salt Room for Children
Spa Hotel Kleptuza Velingrad prioritizes family tourism, and this year it is offering free access to the newly opened salt room for children with respiratory issues, the hotel manager Dochka Tsvetanova told BTA. She said that mineral water is the main feature of the spa centre and is exclusively us»»»
EU chief says targeting civilian infrastructure 'illegal'
Brussels, Belgium: Striking civilian infrastructure installations during war is illegal, EU chief Antonio Costa said in a social media post on Monday. The warning came after US President Donald Trump threatened to devastate civilian infrastructure in Iran if it did not reopen the Strait of Hormuz. »»»