China's invisible hand in Iran’s F-35 success
Just days before Iran claimed to have hit one of the US Air Force's most formidable jets - an F-35 stealth fighter - a Chinese social media account published a detailed guide on how such an attack could be carried out. »»»
China's invisible hand in Iran’s F-35 success
Just days before Iran claimed to have hit one of the US Air Force's most formidable jets - an F-35 stealth fighter - a Chinese social media account published a detailed guide on how such an attack could be carried out. »»»
China's invisible hand in Iran’s F-35 success
Just days before Iran claimed to have hit one of the US Air Force's most formidable jets - an F-35 stealth fighter - a Chinese social media account published a detailed guide on how such an attack could be carried out. »»»
China's invisible hand in Iran’s F-35 success
Just days before Iran claimed to have hit one of the US Air Force's most formidable jets - an F-35 stealth fighter - a Chinese social media account published a detailed guide on how such an attack could be carried out. »»»
China's invisible hand in Iran’s F-35 success
Just days before Iran claimed to have hit one of the US Air Force's most formidable jets - an F-35 stealth fighter - a Chinese social media account published a detailed guide on how such an attack could be carried out. »»»
Iranian Command Says US Pilot Rescue Mission Fails, 2 Helicopters Shot Down
TEHRAN (Sputnik) - The US mission to rescue the pilot failed, with two Black Hawk helicopters and a C-130 support aircraft shot down, Ebrahim Zolfaghari, a spokesperson for the Khatam Al-Anbiya central headquarters of the Iranian military command, said on Sunday. "The enemy's efforts ... to rescue »»»
From startups to large entities: Scalable institutional solutions
Doha, Qatar: In today’s business environment, technical needs are no longer the same across all organizations. While some startups are primarily focused on accessing talent quickly or executing a specific digital project, larger entities and institutions with more complex structures require broader»»»
Israeli Home Front Command: Sirens sound in Kfar Salzod area east of Kiryat Shmona after rockets were fired from Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli Home Front Command: Sirens sound in Kfar Salzod area east of Kiryat Shmona after rockets were fired from Lebanon 05-04-2026 09:51 A»»»
FIATA seminar examines global shipping risks
Doha, Qatar: At the invitation of the Qatar Chamber (QC), the International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations (FIATA) recently organised a webinar titled 'Middle East Security Situation: Managing Legal, Insurance, and Operational Risks in Times of Disruption.' The webinar reviewed the i»»»
Rayyan Bu Thaila claims Al Uqda Local Thoroughbred Trophy
Doha, Qatar: Injaaz Stud’s Rayyan Bu Thaila secured an impressive victory in the Al Uqda Local Thoroughbred Trophy Open Race as jockey Pierre-Charles Boudot completed his treble at Al Rayyan Racecourse yesterday. The five-year-old chestnut gelding, trained by Jihad El Ahmad, was settled off the ear»»»
Fitzgerald wins Qatar Open as Al Kaabi finishes runner-up
Doha: English golfer Calum Fitzgerald claimed the Qatar Open Golf Championship title after a commanding final round, finishing the tournament with a total of 225 strokes, nine over par at Doha Golf Club yesterday. The victory also secures him a coveted place in the next edition of prestigious Qatar»»»
On This Day, April 5: West Virginia coal mine explosion kills 29 - UPI.com
On April 5, 2010, an explosion in a coal mine near Montcoal, in West Virginia's Raleigh County, killed 29 workers. 1 of 5 | Massey Energy workers Maurice Blanchette (L), Jimmy Shortridge (2nd-L), Brandon Waddell (2nd-R) and Andrew Lucas take a break from drilling efforts above Massey Energy's Upper»»»
Inside Dubai’s plan for 3 massive truck rest areas: 490 trucks a day
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has awarded a contract for the development of three integrated truck rest areas in partnership with the private sector. The facilities will cover a total of over 210,000 square metres and accommodate up to 490 trucks and heavy vehicles. The new rest areas»»»
Spanish PM Under Fire as Ex-Top Aide Goes on Graft Trial
A corruption trial of a former right-hand man to Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez begins on Tuesday, a politically explosive case that has threatened to topple the Socialist-led minority government. Jose Luis Abalos is a disgraced ex-Socialist heavyweight, a former transport minister who helped»»»
Artemis Astronauts to Study the Moon’s Surface Using Mainly Their Eyes
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 to learn mor»»»
Russia Says Ukraine Attack Damages Oil Pipeline
Russian authorities said Sunday that a Ukrainian drone attack has damaged an oil pipeline near the Baltic port of Primorsk. Russian air defenses shot down 19 drones in the Leningrad region and debris from one "damaged a section of the oil pipeline near the port of Primorsk, and the pipeline is bein»»»
In High-Stakes Mission, US Special Forces Rescue Airman from Iran After F-15 Crash
US special operations forces have staged a daring rescue of an airman caught behind enemy lines after Iran shot down his F-15 fighter jet, officials said on Sunday, resolving a major crisis for President Donald Trump as he weighs whether to escalate the five-week-old war on Iran. "Over the past sev»»»
Qatar's Industrial Production Index up 6.3% in Jan
Doha: Qatar’s Industrial Production Index (IPI) rose to 107.4 points in January, up 6.3% month-on-month and 0.7% year-on-year, according to data from the National Planning Council. The index reflects activity across key industrial sectors, including mining and quarrying (82.46%), manufacturing (15.»»»
Realty mortgage activity tops QR4.869bn across 249 transactions
Doha, Qatar: The real estate sector’s total volume of mortgage transactions in Qatar witnessed 249 transactions worth QR4.869bn in February this year. Doha Municipality recorded the highest number of mortgage transactions with 163 (equivalent to 65.5 percent) of the total number of mortgaged proper»»»
IMF Hails Yemen’s Reforms, Supports its Recovery Path
The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Saturday resumed Article IV consultations with the Yemeni legitimate government after 11 years. Reflecting the country’s improved institutional performance, this development is an important indicator of restoring channels of cooperatio»»»
Municipalities intensify pest control efforts to enhance public health
Doha, Qatar: In a comprehensive move to bolster public health and environmental safety, the Ministry of Municipality has successfully concluded a month-long intensive pest control operation spanning from February 28 to March 28, 2026. This initiative is a core component of the government’s broader »»»
Aspetar provides scientific guidance to help teams navigate environmental challenges at FIFA World Cup 2026
Doha: Research led by Aspetar, Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Hospital in Qatar, in collaboration with world-leading experts has published two extensive scientific review articles offering a practical framework for national teams preparing for the FIFA World Cup 2026, as the tournament is set to t»»»
Awqaf Ministry issues second book in ‘Bringing Sharia Sciences Closer’ series
DOHA: The Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs has announced the release of the second book in its series “Bringing Sharia Sciences Closer”, aimed at making classical Islamic texts more accessible and understandable to contemporary readers. The latest publication, “Tahdhib Kitab al-Tawhid” by the »»»
Air quality in mall parking areas meets safety standards
Doha: The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MoECC) confirmed Friday the air quality safety in shopping mall parking lots. It noted that the results of air quality monitoring operations in these parking areas (both enclosed and semi-enclosed) showed that all readings were within permissibl»»»
High school teacher, pupil, held over marijuana possession in park
A high school teacher and one of her pupils have been arrested in an Athens park for alleged possession of tiny quantities of marijuana, police said. Both face charges of breaking drugs laws. A weekend police statement said a spot check by officers patrolling a park in the southern Kallithea distri»»»
Energy Minister Holds Talks with French Ambassador to Bulgaria
Energy Minister Traicho Traikov met with French Ambassador to Bulgaria Marie Dumoulin to discuss key energy challenges, including electricity prices, energy connectivity, and EU policies, the Ministry said on Sunday. During the meeting, Traikov said that the most viable option for reducing prices a»»»
PHCC reports surge in home delivery and virtual care services in March
Doha, Qatar: The Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC) has reported a notable increase in the number of beneficiaries using its medication home delivery and virtual call centre services in March compared to February, according to newly released statistics. The number of beneficiaries from PHCC’s m»»»
Filmmakers hail Qumra for empowering emerging voices
Doha, Qatar: Arab and international filmmakers taking part in the 12th edition of Qumra, organised by the Doha Film Institute, have praised the platform for its vital role in nurturing new talent and supporting projects through every stage of development, from script to screen. During a virtual gat»»»
Fires break out at Borouge petrochemicals in Abu Dhabi after air defence interception
Abu Dhabi authorities are responding to several fires at the Borouge Petrochemicals Factory, which broke out following debris from a successful air defense interception. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.Operations at the factory have been immediate»»»
Israel Aiming to Impose Security Control through Fire over Southern Lebanon
The conflict between Hezbollah and Israel in southern Lebanon is taking on a more complex shape, no longer limited to images of tanks and front line. Based on its operations on the ground and statements from its officials, Israel is not aiming for a traditional sense of occupation of the South, but»»»
In AI age, leadership judgment matters more than ever: HEC Paris Doha expert
Doha, Qatar: As artificial intelligence reshapes industries at unprecedented speed, leaders must strengthen judgment, adaptability and discernment to remain relevant, according to Assistant Professor at HEC Paris, Doha, Dr. Seungah Sarah Lee. “Large organisations often move like giant ships, so the»»»
Shops open Sunday under Easter hours
Shops will be open all over Greece Sunday, and longer trading hours will be in place during Easter week with the exception of Good Friday. According to recommendations from the Athens trade association, shops will be open Sunday from 11a.m.-4p.m. Throughout Easter week recommended opening hours Mon»»»
Minister of Municipality visits Mazzraty to review poultry and dairy projects strengthening Qatar’s food security ecosystem
Minister of Municipality His Excellency Abdullah bin Hamad bin Abdullah Al Attiyah visited Mazzraty’s broiler chicken production facility in Al-Riffa. The tour forms part of ongoing initiatives to strengthen Qatar’s food security ecosystem and champion local agricultural production, assessing the c»»»
Iranian drone strikes damage Kuwait Ministries complex and power plants
Kuwait has reported multiple Iranian drone attacks targeting key government and infrastructure facilities, including the Ministries Complex and power and water plants, causing significant material damage but no reported injuries. The Ministry of Finance (MoF) said that the Ministries Complex was st»»»
Minister of Municipality meets with Netherlands Ambassador
Minister of Municipality, HE Abdullah bin Hamad bin Abdullah Al Attiyah met with HE Ferdinand Lahnstein, Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to the State. During the meeting, they discussed ways to enhance bilateral cooperation in areas of mutual interest.»»»
Spotlight - NATO anniversary overshadowed by Trump’s threats
On this day, April 4th, 1949, NATO was founded, marking a pivotal moment in global security. Nearly 80 years later, however, the alliance's future is being questioned by its most powerful member, the United States. To understand the significance of NATO's formation, it’s worth revisiting the origin»»»
WCM-Q students match at elite medical institutions
Doha, Qatar: Soon-to-graduate students of Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar (WCM-Q) have gained residency places at prestigious healthcare institutions in Qatar and the US, marking another successful Match Day for the college. Match Day is an extremely significant milestone in the career of every medica»»»
Behind enemy lines: How the US rescued a downed airman deep inside Iran
Dubai: The dramatic rescue of a US Air Force officer deep inside Iran — after his F-15E Strike Eagle was shot down — has spotlighted one of the most complex and high-risk military operations: Recovering a pilot behind enemy lines. According to reports from The New York Times and Axios, US special o»»»
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 »»»
Germany conscription rule: men abroad face penalties after deadline
German men who remain abroad for more than three months without prior approval may start facing penalties under a military-related legal requirement, according to the Berliner Zeitung. The rule obliges men between the ages of 17 and 45 to obtain permission before extended stays abroad. It came into»»»
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»»»
MoEHE training center strengthens readiness to meet professional licensing requirements
Doha, Qatar: The Training and Development Center at the Ministry of Education and Higher Education continues to enhance its operational readiness to receive trainees in in-person training programmes at its headquarters, as part of its commitment to ensuring the continuity of training processes with»»»
Blood Donation Campaigns to Take Place in Sofia, Other Cities on Palm Sunday
A spring campaign for voluntary and unpaid blood donation, titled “Light a Candle – Donate Life!”, was launched by the National Centre for Transfusion Hematology, the Ministry of Health, and the Bulgarian Red Cross (BRC), with the support of the Bulgarian Orthodox Church on Palm Sunday, the organiz»»»
Bahrain energy facility fire contained after drone strike
Bahrain’s BAPCO Energies has confirmed that a tank fire broke out earlier on Sunday at one of its storage facilities, following a hostile Iranian drone attack. In a statement BAPCO Energies said: "Energies confirms an incident occurred at one of its storage facilities earlier today resulting in a t»»»
Iran Hangs Two Convicted of Links with Israel in Pre-War Protests
Iranian authorities on Sunday executed two men convicted of acting on behalf of Israel and the United States during a wave of anti-government protests earlier this year, the judiciary said. "Mohammad-Amin Biglari and Shahin Vahedparast... were hanged after the case was reviewed and the final verdic»»»
War Weighs on Egypt’s Private Sector as PMI Hits Near Two-Year Low in March
Egypt's non-oil private sector deteriorated at its sharpest pace in almost two years in March, as the Middle East war drove up costs and dampened client demand, a closely watched business survey showed on Sunday. The headline S&P Global Egypt Purchasing Managers' Index fell for a fourth consecutiv»»»
Aid Groups Warn Iran War Is Hindering Food and Medicine from Reaching Millions
Aid groups are warning that the war in the Middle East has upended their ability to get food and medicine to millions of people around the world in need, and that the suffering will deepen if the violence continues. Not only has the conflict cut off vital shipping routes, creating a global energy c»»»
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»»»
MoJ advances digital transformation to deliver faster, human-centric legal services
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) has successfully digitized nearly 90% of its services, while offering more than 200 integrated legal services accessible through its website and mobile applications. This comprehensive digital overhaul goes beyond technology, it reflects a strong commitmen»»»
Bassem rides Wathnan Zodiak to impressive win at QEF Cup
Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s Bassem Mohammed delivered a composed performance to claim top honours in the CSI5* 145cm class at the Qatar Equestrian Federation Cup, part of the Doha Equestrian Tour 2026, held at the Longines Arena in Al Shaqab yesterday. Riding Wathnan Zodiak, Bassem produced a flawless rou»»»