Ya Libnan 1h

Ceasefire is threatened as Israel expands Lebanon strikes and Iran closes Hormuz strait again – Ya Libnan

Share: Rescuers work at the site of an Israeli strike in Beirut, Lebanon, April 8, 2026. A ceasefire deal to pause the war in Iran appeared to hang by a thread Wednesday after the Islamic Republic closed the Strait of Hormuz again in response to Israeli attacks in Lebanon. The White House demanded »»»

Qatar Tribune 1h

Cabinet lauds Amir for honouring winners of Rawda Award for Excellence in Social Work

The Cabinet affirmed that the talks, which focused on developing Qatar’s relations with the two countries and on regional and international developments, have strengthened the existing bilateral cooperation with them across various fields. On the other hand, the Cabinet praised HH the Amir for hono»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

Qatar sends letters to UN, Security Council on Iranian attacks

QNA New York The State of Qatar sent two identical letters — the 12th and 13th — to António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, and to Jamal Fares Alrowaiei, permanent representative of the Kingdom of Bahrain to the United Nations and president of the Security Council for April, rega»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

QC wins Rawda Award forExcellence in Social Work

Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Charity (QC) has won the Rawda Award for Excellence in Social Work in its first edition, receiving the Shield of Perfection in the Non Profit Organisations Category for its initiative ‘Generational Impact Makers Challenge’. The award recognises the initiative’s role »»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

Qatar deplores Israeli airstrikes on wide areas in Lebanon

QNA Doha The State of Qatar has condemned the series of heinous Israeli airstrikes that targeted wide areas in Lebanon and resulted in hundreds of deaths and injuries. In a statement on Wednesday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs deemed the strikes a serious escalation and a blatant violation of the»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Oil prices plunge, stocks surge on US-Iran ceasefire

Oil and gas prices plunged, stock markets soared and the dollar retreated Wednesday after the United States and Iran agreed to a temporary ceasefire that could lead to the Strait of Hormuz reopening. "A wave of relief has hit financial markets after threats of a devastating escalation of the war we»»»

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Libya Herald 2h

Sebha’s new Palm City Residential Project: 106 residential buildings with 3,000 housing units

The Hafter-controlled National Development Agency (NDA) announced yesterday the start of construction work on the “Palm City” (New Sabha) project, which it said is one of the most prominent residential projects overseen by the NDA, in a move that it says reflects a genuine transformation in urban d»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

QDB launches integrated financing, advisory support package to empower private sector

DOHA: Qatar Development Bank (QDB) announced the launch of its 'Stabilize and Sustain Bundle' of specialized advisory services. According to QDB's post on X, the Bundle enables Qatar-based companies to improve their operational efficiency and enhance their readiness to face current regional develop»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

Amir receives phone call from French President

Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani received a telephone call from President of the French Republic HE Emmanuel Macron. During the call, they discussed the latest regional and international developments, particularly the ceasefire agreement between the United States of America »»»

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Sana 3h

Al-Shaibani meets German Chargé d’Affaires, discusses boosting bilateral relations

Damascus, Apr.8 (SANA) Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, Assad Hassan al-Shaibani, received on Wednesday the Chargé d’Affaires of the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Syria, Clemens Augustinus Hach, to bid him farewell upon the completion of his mission. During the meeting, »»»

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Gulf News 3h

Portfolio construction must evolve for a new market era

Markets have accelerated beyond recognition. Themes that dominate for years now peak in quarters: AI infrastructure powered 2024 returns, defense surged through 2025 geopolitical shifts, deep tech looms next. Investors face compressed cycles where narratives flip rapidly, liquidity ebbs sharply, an»»»

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Libya Herald 3h

Spending on construction has not led to price hikes and a rising dollar rate – spending by Libya’s two governments has: Belgasem Hafter

Speaking last Monday (6 April) during an opening ceremony of a department at Benghazi Medical Centre, the Director General of the Libyan Development and Reconstruction Fund, Belgasem Khalifa Hafter, said “Do not listen to the naysayers who claim that reconstruction has led to price hikes and a rise»»»

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UPI 4h

Artemis II crew prepares as spacecraft heads back from moon toward Earth for splashdown - UPI.com

1 of 5 | Earthset is captured through the Orion spacecraft window at 6:41 p.m. EDT Monday during the Artemis II crew's flyby of the moon. On Wednesday, the crew prepared for the return to Earth set for Friday. Photo courtesy of NASA | License Photo April 8 (UPI) -- On Wednesday, two days after thei»»»

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Daily News Egypt 4h

Egypt’s Industry Minister discusses boosting competitiveness of handicrafts sector

Minister of Industry Khaled Hashem held an expanded meeting with Mohamed El-Sewedy, Chairperson of the Federation of Egyptian Industries, and members of the Handicrafts Chamber, headed by Mohamed Sakr, to discuss mechanisms to develop Egypt’s handicrafts and heritage industries and enhance their co»»»

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Daily News Egypt 4h

EDECS, MEDLOG partner to build landmark Dry Port in 10th of Ramadan City

EDECS, a leading regional engineering and contracting group, and MEDLOG, the global logistics arm of MSC Group, have signed an agreement to launch a major dry port project in 10th of Ramadan City. Spanning 189,000 square meters, the facility will be delivered under a design-and-build contract cover»»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

Prime minister, Turkish foreign minister discuss regional developments

DOHA: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani received a phone call from Minister of Foreign Affairs of the sisterly Republic of Turkiye HE Hakan Fidan. During the call, they discussed the latest developments in the region in light of th»»»

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The Peninsula 4h

Amir receives phone call from Turkish President

Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani received a telephone call from his brother President of the Republic of Turkiye HE Recep Tayyip Erdogan. During the call, they reviewed regional developments, particularly the latest developments regarding the ceasefire agreement between the »»»

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Gulf News 5h

How connectivity is shaping the future of offshore workforce sustainability

Life at sea places people under a unique form of pressure, combining physical demands, emotional strain, and prolonged separation from family. Offshore assignments often involve long rotations, confined living conditions, and limited privacy, creating an environment that places sustained physical a»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 5h

Citizens Protest in Central Sofia Against Acting City Prosecutor Rusinova, Acting Prosecutor General Sarafov

Citizens gathered outside the Palace of Justice in Sofia on Tuesday to demand the launch of disciplinary proceedings against Emilia Rusinova and her dismissal as acting Sofia City Prosecutor. They also called for the resignation of acting Prosecutor General Borislav Sarafov. The protest was organiz»»»

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The Peninsula 5h

Qatar condemns Israeli airstrikes on wide areas in Lebanon

Doha: The State of Qatar condemned the series of heinous Israeli airstrikes that targeted wide areas in Lebanon and resulted in hundreds of deaths and injuries. In a statement on Wednesday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs deemed the strikes a serious escalation and a blatant violation of the sovere»»»

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UPI 5h

Rio police report largest-ever 48-ton marijuana seizure in Brazil - UPI.com

Rio de Janeiro's Military Police reported the seizure of approximately 48 tons of marijuana in the Nova Holanda community, in Complexo da Maré. Photo courtesy of Governo do RJ/X April 8 (UPI) -- Rio de Janeiro's Military Police reported the seizure of approximately 48 tons of marijuana in the Nova »»»

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The Peninsula 5h

Prime Minister receives phone call from Turkish Foreign Minister

Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani received a telephone call from Minister of Foreign Affairs of the sisterly Republic of Turkiye HE Hakan Fidan. During the call, they discussed the latest developments in the region in »»»

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Ya Libnan 6h

Israel pounds Lebanon with heaviest airstrikes of war despite ceasefire – Ya Libnan

Share: Rescuers work at the site of an Israeli strike in Beirut, Lebanon, April 8, 2026. REUTERS/Mohamed Azakir By Nazih Osseiran, Alexander Dziadosz and Alexander Cornwell Summary Israel launches heaviest Lebanon strikes despite Iran ceasefire Hezbollah halts attacks as Israel presses campaign Leb»»»

Qatar Tribune 6h

Qatar condemns Israeli attacks on large areas of Lebanon

DOHA: The State of Qatar has condemned the series of brutal Israeli airstrikes that targeted wide areas in Lebanon, resulting in hundreds of deaths and injuries. Qatar considered these attacks a dangerous escalation and a blatant violation of the sovereignty of the sisterly Republic of Lebanon, the»»»

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The Peninsula 6h

Prime Minister holds telephone conversation with Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs

Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, held a telephone conversation with Minister of Foreign Affairs of the sisterly Kingdom of Saudi Arabia HH Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah Al Saud. During the call, the latest de»»»

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UPI 6h

Tight Brazil election raises concerns over U.S. influence, minerals - UPI.com

Brazil is heading toward a highly competitive presidential election, with a statistical tie between President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (pictured) and Sen. Flávio Bolsonaro, amid concerns over possible U.S. influence and geopolitical tensions tied to critical minerals. File Photo by Peter Foley/UPI»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 6h

PM Gurov: US-Iran Ceasefire Will Calm Markets and Prices

Bulgarian Prime Minister Andrey Gurov expressed hope the US-Iran ceasefire will be upheld, calming international markets and ensuring free passage through the Strait of Hormuz, which in turn should help stabilize prices, the government information service said on Wednesday. He was speaking at a mee»»»

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Tanjug 6h

Djedovic Handanovic meets with Azerbaijani gov't officials, SOCAR representatives

BAKU - Serbian Minister of Mining and Energy Dubravka Djedovic Handanovic met on Wednesday in Baku with Azerbaijani government officials and representatives of the country's energy company SOCAR to discuss the supply of natural gas and implementation of a project to build a gas-fired power plant ne»»»

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Naharnet 7h

Report: Iran ceasefire clouded by confusion, contradictions

The U.S., Israel and Iran agree that a ceasefire is now in effect, but they're contradicting each other and themselves in terms of what's actually been agreed and what happens now, U.S. news portal Axios reported on Wednesday. Those differences will have to be reconciled at the negotiating table, b»»»

The Peninsula 7h

Minister of Interior receives messages of solidarity from world counterparts

Doha, Qatar: Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya) HE Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani received several messages and cables from Their Highnesses and Excellencies, Ministers of Interior and security officials from fraternal and friendly countries,»»»

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EU Observer 7h

Lick up, kick down: A psychiatrist’s view of how Orbán created a sick society

In Hungarian society, the rules of baseness have taken root: be ruthless, be selfish, lick upwards, kick downwards, despise the weak. We spoke with psychiatrist and writer Péter Hunčík about how society and political power have changed over the past 16 years of prime minister Viktor Orbán’s rule. F»»»

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Al Manar 7h

Iran Plans Military Response to Israeli Attacks on Lebanon, Considers even Exiting Ceasefire Agreement - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Iran Plans Military Response to Israeli Attacks on Lebanon, Considers even Exiting Ceasefire Agreement 08-04-2026 18:29 PM An informed Iran»»»

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Gulf News 7h

Etihad adds Dhaka route — big boost for UAE-Bangladesh travel

Dubai: Etihad Airways will launch seasonal flights to Dhaka from June 26, strengthening travel, trade and cargo links between the UAE and Bangladesh. The four-times weekly service will run until October 24, connecting Abu Dhabi with Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, and is aimed at meeting st»»»

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UPI 7h

Rights report flags labor abuses in Cuban medical brigades - UPI.com

The Inter-American Commission on Human Rights issued a formal warning over serious labor and human rights violations in Cuba's overseas medical brigades, saying some cases may amount to forced labor or "contemporary forms of slavery." File Photo by Jose Valle/EPA April 8 (UPI) -- The Inter-American»»»

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Tanjug 7h

Djuric, UK's Pierce discuss advancement of regional cooperation

BELGRADE - Serbian FM Marko Djuric met with the UK's special Western Balkans envoy Karen Pierce in Belgrade on Wednesday to discuss advancement of regional cooperation. "Minister Djuric expressed his appreciation for the importance the United Kingdom attaches to the Western Balkans and to Serbia, a»»»

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Naharnet 7h

Iran attacks Kuwait, UAE after strikes on its oil facilities

Iran launched missile and drone attacks on Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates after airstrikes against oil facilities on Iran's Lavan island on Wednesday morning, state television reported. "Missile and drone attacks on the Emirates and Kuwait have taken place a few hours after the targeting of La»»»

UPI 8h

Argentina hits record oil output as Vaca Muerta drives growth - UPI.com

Argentina reached record oil production levels, with output climbing to 874,000 barrels per day, a 15.9% increase from a year earlier. File Photo by Juan Macri/EPA April 8 (UPI) -- Argentina reached record oil production levels, with output climbing to 874,000 barrels per day, a 15.9% increase from»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 8h

Support for Vulnerable Groups Not Provided by Political Parties, Social Policy Minister Says

Caretaker Labour and Social Policy Minister Hasan Ademov said on Wednesday that political parties do not provide support for vulnerable groups through hot meals, personal assistants or European Solidarity Corps programmes. Ademov was speaking in the southern town of Haskovo following reports of all»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 9h

New Interactive Map Provides Detailed Public Information about Road Repairs

Regional Development and Public Works Minister Nikolay Naydenov Wednesday presented to the press a new interactive road map that, for the first time ever, makes public details about road repairs in Bulgaria. The aim is to improve transparency about how taxpayer money is spent by the Road Infrastruc»»»

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Tanjug 9h

Djuric to attend UNSC session on work of UNMIK on Thursday

NEW YORK - Serbian FM Marko Djuric will attend a UN Security Council session on the work of UNMIK, the UN mission in Kosovo-Metohija, on Thursday. The UN secretary general's regular semi-annual report on the mission's work will be debated at the session, scheduled to begin at 4 pm CET. New UNMIK he»»»

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Novinite 9h

Boris Azarenko: Profile of a Vesper Co-Founder

Boris Azarenko is an entrepreneur whose professional background lies in banking and finance and who later founded major property development businesses. Boris Azarenko biography: educational path and early career Born in Moscow on 21 April 1977, Boris Nikolayevich Azarenko studied Finance at the Fi»»»

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Qatar Tribune 9h

Prime minister, Spanish FM discuss latest regional developments following US-Iran ceasefire announcement

DOHA: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani received a phone call from Minister for Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation of the Kingdom of Spain HE Jose Manuel Albares. The discussion covered the latest regional developments»»»

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Qatar Tribune 9h

Qatari citizens exempted from visa entry to Albania from April 15 until December 31

DOHA: Qatari citizens will not require a visa to travel to Albania from April 15 until December 31, 2026. An official source in the Department of Consular Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirmed that Qatari citizens are exempt from entry visa requirements to the Republic of Albania, dur»»»

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The Peninsula 9h

BAFTA racial slur was breach of BBC editorial standards: internal probe

BAFTA racial slur was breach of BBC editorial standards: internal probe London: The BBC breached its own editorial standards by broadcasting a racial slur during the BAFTA awards ceremony, an internal probe found Wednesday. The finding follows a "fast-tracked" investigation ordered by former Direct»»»

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Al Manar 9h

Martyrs and injuries as a result of the widespread Zionist aggression on Beirut, Dahieh, the South, Bekaa, and Mount Lebanon: Al-Manar reporters - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Martyrs and injuries as a result of the widespread Zionist aggression on Beirut, Dahieh, the South, Bekaa, and Mount Lebanon: Al-Manar repo»»»

The Peninsula 10h

Red or black: Thai men tempt fate at military draft draw

Bangkok: Nearly 70 young Thai men sat on flimsy plastic chairs, faces tense as they waited to draw their fate from a jar -- an annual ritual deciding whether they will serve in the military. The conscription lottery, held across Thailand each April, has taken on added weight this year following sev»»»

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The Peninsula 10h

MInister of Interior receives messages from regional, international counterparts

Doha, Qatar: Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force 'Lekhwiya', HE Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, received several messages and cables from Their Highnesses and Excellencies, Ministers of Interior and security officials from brotherly and friendly countrie»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 10h

Some EUR 1.2 Mln Approved for Compensation for Families with Children without Access to Public Kindergarten

The caretaker Government approved EUR 1,190,761 for compensation to families whose children were not admitted to state or municipal kindergartens due to lack of available places, the press service of the Council of Ministers reported on Wednesday. The funds will cover 2,029 children in four municip»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 10h

Revoked Nominations Trigger New Selection for European Prosecutor

The caretaker government revoked the Council of Ministers’ January 21, 2026 decision approving three Bulgarian candidates for European prosecutor, the government press service said here Wednesday. The move withdrew the nominations of Dimitar Belichev, Mihaela Raidovska and Plamen Petkov and ordered»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 10h

e-Government Minister Details Measures for Election Monitoring and Voting Machine Security

After the close of polls on April 19, section election commissions (SECs) will be checked to ensure that the live online video broadcast of ballot counting and tally sheet completion has been activated, caretaker Minister of e-Government George Sharkov said during a meeting with President Iliana Io»»»

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