France planning a 400% surge in drone stocks as it moves toward ‘war economy’ – Politico
France is seeking to quadruple its stockpile of kamikaze drones and drastically expand missile arsenals by the end of the decade, Politico reported on Friday, citing a draft military planning law which describes the push as preparations for a “war economy.” According to the 64-page-long document se»»»
National Housing and Real Estate Development Programme opens registration for construction companies to implement new and stalled projects
The Tripoli based Libyan government announced yesterday that its National Housing and Real Estate Development Programme (NHRDP) has announced the opening of registration for specialized companies, as part of preparations for launching and implementing residential complex projects and completing exi»»»
Sheikh Mohammed: 'Betting on the UAE is a bet on growth'
Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has announced that the UAE has entered the world’s top 10 exporters of goods for the first time, according to the latest report by the World Trade Organisation (WTO). In a pos»»»
Geopolitical tensions reshape Egypt’s real estate market, driving prices and shifting investment trends
Egypt’s real estate market is undergoing rapid transformation amid ongoing geopolitical tensions and economic volatility, with rising construction costs, currency pressures, and energy concerns reshaping both pricing strategies and investment behaviour across the sector. Despite the relatively shor»»»
Death toll from Israeli aggression on Lebanon rises to 1,461 with 4,430 injured
Beirut: The death toll from Israeli aggression against Lebanon since the beginning of last month has risen to 1,461. According to daily report from the Lebanese Ministry of Health's Emergency Operations Center on the developments of Israeli attacks, the total number of injured reached 4,430 since M»»»
Subject of N.H. manhunt found dead after police officer shot, injured - UPI.com
New Hampshire State Police Col. Mark Hall briefs reporters Saturday as a manhunt was underway for Matthew Masse, 38, who was accused of shooting and injuring a police officer and fleeing on foot. Masse was later found dead, authorities said. Photo courtesy New Hampshire State Police/Facebook April »»»
Tunisia's New African Transit Corridor via Ras Jedir: An Opportunity for Libya to Become a Trade Gateway to sub-Saharan Africa
Tunisia has announced the launch of a continental land transit corridor project starting from Libya’s Ras Jedir border crossing with Tunisia, towards sub-Saharan African countries such as Niger, Chad, Mali, Burkina Faso, and the Central African Republic. The launch of the project reflects a clear s»»»
Oman introduces monthly allowance for families of missing persons
Dubai: Oman’s Social Protection Fund has introduced a new decision to support families of missing persons, providing an immediate monthly allowance equivalent to a pension upon submission of a police report. Under the scheme, the allowance will be paid without delay to eligible families and will be»»»
Multaqa Al Tujjar Forum in Abu Dhabi unveils ADEED platform
The Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry hosted the Multaqa Al Tujjar: Private Sector Leaders & Decision Makers Forum at the Abu Dhabi Energy Centre, and it saw participation from senior government representatives and leading figures from the private sector and business community aimed at str»»»
National Emergency Response Forum launched in Abu Dhabi
The UAE National Programme for Preparedness and Response (Jaheziya) has launched the National Emergency Response Forum under the National Unified and Integrated Preparedness and Response System, with wide participation from healthcare, security, civil defence and vital sector entities. The forum fo»»»
Saudi Airports Serve as Safety Valve for Regional Air Traffic as ‘Hormuz Fallout’ Hits Global Aviation
Conflicts in the region are no longer confined to the geography of battlefields; their fallout has reached one of the world’s most vital and sensitive industries: aviation. Today, travelers and airlines alike face a harsh reality driven by record surges in jet fuel prices and a steep spike in insur»»»
No: 61, 5 April 2026, Regarding the Visit of H.E. Hakan Fidan, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Türkiye, to Syria
H.E. Hakan Fidan, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Türkiye, will pay a visit to Syria today (5 April).»»»
UAE enters world’s top 10 goods exporters, trade reaches Dh6 trillion
Dubai: The UAE has entered the world’s top 10 merchandise exporters for the first time, ranking ninth globally in 2025, according to the World Trade Organization’s World Trade Outlook and Statistics report. The report highlighted exceptional growth in the UAE’s total external trade, which reached D»»»
Environment ministry apprehends group of fishermen for catching threatened bird species
DOHA: The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, represented by the Marine Protection Department, apprehended a group of fishermen after they caught 95 Socotra cormorants in one of the marine sites, as part of its ongoing efforts to protect the marine environment and preserve biodiversity in t»»»
UAE alerts public: AI phishing scams now behind 90% of cyber breaches
The UAE Government’s Cybersecurity Council has warned of the growing risks associated with email fraud, noting that 75% of cyberattacks originate from fraudulent phishing emails. The Council emphasized the importance of exercising caution when dealing with deceptive or fake emails used by cybercrim»»»
MoCI launches five new intellectual property e-services
DOHA: The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI) announced the launch of five new e-services in the field of intellectual property, bringing the total number of e-services offered to seven. This initiative is part of the ministry's ongoing efforts in digital transformation, streamlining procedure»»»
German men must inform military of extended foreign trips
Berlin: A new German military service law will require most young men to inform authorities when leaving the country for long periods, with a newspaper report on the little-noticed provision prompting widespread debate. The defence ministry confirmed to AFP on Saturday that men from the age of 17 "»»»
Rosatom Did Everything to Build New Reactors at Iranian Nuclear Plant – CEO
Rosatom has done everything necessary to support the construction of new reactor units at the Bushehr Nuclear Plant in Iran, Rosatom CEO Alexey Likhachev said. The Iranian Atomic Energy Organization (IAEO) has resumed contact with Rosatom, Likhachev added."We have received several signals from the »»»
2,709 new member companies joined Dubai Chamber of Commerce in March 2026
Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has announced that 2,709 new companies joined the chamber during March 2026. The steady growth in membership reflects Dubai’s continuing strong appeal among investors amid all market conditions. The»»»
US So-Called Rescue Mission Ended in Complete Failure: Khatam al-Anbiya
The spokesman for the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters has declared the so-called US military rescue operation a complete failure, describing it as a diversionary tactic and a hasty withdrawal carried out under the pretext of retrieving the pilot of a downed aircraft at an abandoned airport so»»»
Central Bank of Jordan launches precautionary measures worth $1.07 billion for food security
Amman, Jordan: The Central Bank of Jordan (CBJ) launched a package of proactive precautionary measures on April 5, 2026, aimed at strengthening the resilience of the national economy in light of regional and international developments, with a total value of approximately USD 1.07 billion. The bank »»»
Pakistan: FIA deploys AI system to track most wanted criminals in real time
Dubai: In a major step toward modernising law enforcement, Pakistan’s Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has introduced an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered system capable of tracking wanted criminals by generating real-time visual updates of their appearance. The initiative, described as part o»»»
Abu Dhabi Police warn against dangerous driving behaviours
Al Ain: Abu Dhabi Police have stepped up efforts to strengthen community safety awareness, using a public forum to highlight the dangers of risky driving behaviour and the importance of shared responsibility in maintaining social security. Abu Dhabi Police, in cooperation with Abu Dhabi Councils un»»»
Dubai Police issue 33,000 fines, seize 1,230 vehicles in crackdown on noisy and reckless drivers
Dubai Police have seized 1,230 vehicles and issued 33,372 traffic fines as part of the ongoing “Quiet Roads” initiative aimed at curbing disruptive driving behaviour and improving quality of life in residential communities. The campaign, led by the General Department of Traffic, focuses on reducing»»»
Qatar condemns Rapid Support Forces' attack on Jabalain City Hospital in Sudan
DOHA: The State of Qatar expressed its condemnation and denunciation of the attack committed by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) on Jabalain City Hospital in White Nile State in the Republic of Sudan, which resulted in the killing and injuring of civilians, including medical personnel. The Ministry o»»»
Iran strikes hit energy infrastructure across Gulf states
Critical infrastructure across the Gulf came under attack from Iran on Sunday with damage reported at civilian facilities in the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and Kuwait. Gulf countries have faced repeated drone and missile salvos from Iran over past weeks in response to U.S. and Israeli strikes th»»»
Ministry launches 5 intellectual property e-services, expands total to 7
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has launched five new intellectual property e-services, bringing the total number of services to seven. This comes as part of its ongoing efforts to advance digital transformation and enhance service quality. The services provided include applicati»»»
Air Strike Cuts Southern Iraq Off from Iran
A US air strike hit the Shalamcheh border crossing with Iran on Saturday, killing and wounding several people and halting trade and travel, in a sharp escalation that could signal a push by Washington to sever links between the two countries. The crossing, east of Iraq’s Basra and about 30 km (19 m»»»
Crew member from downed US fighter jet rescued in 'miraculous' operation, says Trump
US President Donald Trump said Sunday that US forces had safely recovered a second airman downed in Iran, calling it "miraculous" and "one of the most daring search and rescue operations in US History". Iranian media reported five people were killed in strikes during the rescue operation. Pres»»»
Turkish president's chief adviser meets Qatar's ambassador
ANKARA: Chief Adviser on National Security and Foreign Policy to Turkish President Akif Cagatay Kilic has met with Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the sisterly Republic of Turkiye HE Faisal bin Abdullah Al Hanzab. During the meeting, they reviewed relations between the two countries.»»»
UAE President and Italian Prime Minister discuss regional developments and bilateral cooperation
Abu Dhabi: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Giorgia Meloni, Prime Minister of the Italian Republic, discussed the latest regional developments and their serious implications for security and stability, as well as their impact on maritime security, energy supplies, a»»»
Qatar condemns Rapid Support Forces' attack on Jabalain City Hospital in Sudan
Doha, Qatar: The State of Qatar expressed its condemnation and denunciation of the targeting by the Rapid Support Forces of Jabalain City Hospital in White Nile State in the sisterly Republic of Sudan, which resulted in casualties and injuries, including medical personnel. The Ministry of Foreign A»»»
Artemis astronauts to study the Moon's surface using mainly their eyes
Washington: More than 50 years after humans first flew around the Moon, Artemis astronauts will repeat the feat on Monday and use the most basic instrument to study it: their eyes. Despite the technological advancements since the Apollo missions, NASA still relies on the eyesight of its astronauts »»»
Ministry of Awqaf launches 14 new classes for teaching Quran recitation
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs, represented by the Department of Da’wah and Religious Guidance, has announced the launch of 14 new Quran recitation classes at a number of Quran learning centres across the country, as part of its ongoing efforts to promote the teaching of the»»»
Investments in Qatar poised for growth despite regional uncertainty
JOEL JOHNSON THE PENINSULA DOHA: Qatar’s investment market is expected to expand steadily in 2026, defying broader regional disruptions as strong economic fundamentals, ongoing state-backed projects, and investor-friendly reforms continue to attract both local and international capital. According t»»»
Middle East conflict pushes global food prices up in March, FAO says
World food commodity prices rose for a second consecutive month in March, supported by higher energy costs linked to escalating conflict in the Near East, the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) said on April 3. The FA»»»
Middle East conflict pushes global food prices up in March, FAO says
World food commodity prices rose for a second consecutive month in March, supported by higher energy costs linked to escalating conflict in the Near East, the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) said on April 3. The FA»»»
Middle East conflict pushes global food prices up in March, FAO says
World food commodity prices rose for a second consecutive month in March, supported by higher energy costs linked to escalating conflict in the Near East, the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) said on April 3. The FA»»»
Arched brows as Turkey releases official inflation at 2% m/m despite war effects
Turkey’s consumer price index (CPI) inflation officially edged down to 30.87% y/y in March from 31.53% in February, the Turkish Statistical Institute (TUIK, or TurkStat) said on April 3. “TUIK inflation” (the reader famili»»»
Arched brows as Turkey releases official inflation at 2% m/m despite war effects
Turkey’s consumer price index (CPI) inflation officially edged down to 30.87% y/y in March from 31.53% in February, the Turkish Statistical Institute (TUIK, or TurkStat) said on April 3. “TUIK inflation” (the reader famili»»»
Videos show US missiles being launched from Kuwait into Iran
Despite denials from Arab countries in the Persian Gulf region, there is growing evidence that their territory is being used in attacks on the Iranian regime during the US–Israel war. FRANCE 24 has verified and geolocated multiple videos showing that, on at least two occasions, on March 24 and 31, »»»
Thousands rally against racism in Paris suburb to defend newly elected Black mayor
Several thousand people marched through the streets of Paris' largest suburb on Saturday to denounce racism after the town's newly elected black mayor, Bally Bagayoko, was subject to racist disinformation and remarks on social media and national television shows. Several thousand people r»»»
European drivers choke on rising diesel prices due to Iran conflict
European drivers face a record fuel inflation as diesel prices have spiralled by more than 30 percent since the start of the Iran war, highlighting the continent's dependence on imported energy and the lingering prominence of diesel on the car market. European drivers face a record fuel inflation a»»»
UAE's air defence systems responding to incoming missile, drone threats from Iran
Dubai: The UAE's air defence systems are responding to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran, the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) said early on Sunday, as loud sounds were reported in several parts of the country. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download »»»
FEMA official claims he teleported to Waffle House, staff does not remember him - UPI.com
A FEMA official reiterated his claims that he has experienced teleportation, including once suddenly finding himself in a Waffle House about 50 miles away from his previous location. File Photo by Bill Greenblatt/UPI | License Photo April 3 (UPI) -- An official in the Federal Emergency Management A»»»
Qatar’s strong fundamentals shine amid regional tensions: Fitch
Satyendra Pathak Doha Qatar continues to demonstrate remarkable economic resilience despite ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Gulf, Fitch Ratings has said in a report. Fitch placed Qatar’s Long-Term Foreign-Currency (LTFC) and Local-Currency (LTLC) Issuer Default Ratings (IDRs) of ‘AA’, reflecti»»»
UAEU launches smart mushroom farm to boost food security
United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) has launched a Smart Mushroom House at its Al Foah Research Farm, aiming to support food security efforts and give students hands-on research experience. The new facility uses Internet of Things (IoT) technologies to help grow mushrooms in controlled condition»»»
Visit of Italian Prime Minister to Doha carried a message of solidarity and support for Qatar: Italian Ambassador
Doha: Ambassador of the Italian Republic to the State of Qatar HE Paolo Toschi, affirmed that the visit of Prime Minister of Italy HE Giorgia Meloni, to the State of Qatar aimed to show support, solidarity and friendship, especially as it is the first visit by a leader from one of the largest econo»»»
This company used to make weapons for the Nazis. Now it will do the same for Israel
One of Germany’s biggest and most iconic car manufacturers, Volkswagen (VW) and one of Israel’s most well-known arms manufacturers, Rafael Advanced Defense Systems, part of the global Rafael Group, are planning to collaborate. If the project is realized, VW will convert one of its German factories »»»
Tunis Stock Exchange shines in Arab region with 5.72% growth in February 2026 – Report
Tunis, April 4 (TAP) - The Tunis Stock Exchange bucked the general trend seen in several major Arab markets, posting a remarkable performance by the end of February 2026.It ranked second regionally in terms of growth, driven by gains in leading...»»»