Ajman: When His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, called on citizens and residents to raise the national flag above homes, institutions and buildings, most responded by hoisting the UAE flag in a show of solidarity and n»»»

Dubai: It’s mid-spring in the UAE, yet the weather still carries a distinct winter feel. Cooler temperatures, fresh winds and recent rainfall have extended what many residents believe as an unusually long winter, but has it finally come to an end? The short answer, experts say, is not just yet, but»»»

Ford CEO Jim Farley has issued a stark warning: Chinese-made electric vehicles, developed and manufactured with generous state subsidies, will crush US carmakers through low-cost offerings. In a recent interview, the auto executive urged the US government to block Chinese-made electric vehicles fro»»»

ABU DHABI: Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has discussed regional developments during telephone conversations with several foreign ministers of brotherly and friendly nations, following the unprovoked and terrorist Iranian missile attacks »»»

Oil futures have diverged sharply early on Tuesday morning (as per 8.28am Tokyo time, April 14, 2026) with WTI crude sliding even as Brent and Middle East benchmarks rally. This reflects a split between US and global risk sentiment amid ongoing Middle East conflict dynamics. The trend-busting WTI–B»»»

DUBAI: Abdulla bin Touq Al Marry, Minister of Economy and Tourism, met today with a high-level Uzbek delegation to discuss expanding bilateral economic and investment ties. The talks focused on fostering sustainable development partnerships across priority sectors including the new economy, tourism»»»

Share: FILE PHOTO: Demonstrators wave Lebanese flags during protests near the site of a blast at Beirut’s port area where 245 people were killed , 7000 were injured and 300, 000 became homeless after thousands of tons of ammonium nitrate that were illegally stored there by Hezbollah were detonated »»»

The United States and Iran are in active discussions about holding another round of face-to-face negotiations aimed at securing a longer-term ceasefire and preventing renewed conflict after recent talks in Pakistan ended without a deal, Bloomberg reported, citing "people familiar with the matter". »»»

LOS ANGELES: Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell’s abrupt exit from the race for California governor left his rivals scrambling to lock down his former supporters in a crowded contest with no clear leader, injecting more turmoil into the campaign to lead the nation’s most populous state. Swalwell’s decis»»»

Share: Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem has rejected negotiations between the Lebanese government and Israel, set to begin tomorrow, and called on Lebanon’s president to stand with Hezbollah against Israel. “We reject negotiations with the usurping Israeli entity… We call for a historic and heroic stanc»»»

Tribune News Network Doha The National Pavilion of Qatar yesterday announced details of its presentation for the 61st International Art Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia, commissioned by Her Excellency Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, chairperson, Qatar Museums. untitled 2026 (»»»

Khaled Al Hameidi Doha In recent weeks, social media platforms in Qatar have witnessed a notable surge in constructive and responsible engagement, reflecting a broader shift in public awareness amid rapidly unfolding events and an overwhelming flow of information. Users across the country have demo»»»

Tribune News Network Doha The PanIIT Alumni Association of Qatar, the premier body uniting graduates of India’s Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) in the country, hosted its much-anticipated annual family get-together at the elegant Al Messila, A Luxury Collection Resort & Spa. Set amid lush in»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Roshni Krishnan, an Indian teacher and live painting artist based in Doha, has once again inspired the community with her 100-day sketching challenge, now in its second consecutive year. A dedicated educator at Podar Pearl School, Roshni is known for her artistic talent an»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Swissôtel Corniche Park Towers Doha unveiled its exclusive long-term stay offering, designed for guests seeking luxury, flexibility and comfort in the heart of West Bay. Starting from April 1, Swissôtel is offering specially curated monthly and weekly rates, perfect for bu»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Ooredoo, Qatar’s leading telecommunications provider, unveiled its new family mobile plans, designed to bring the entire family’s connectivity under a single, seamlessly managed account. Designed to simplify how families in Qatar stay connected, at home, across the region »»»

Tribune News Network Doha In a landmark initiative rooted in compassion, cultural pride and artistic excellence, the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra (QPO) has announced the launch of 2026 National Community Engagement Programme — a wide-ranging effort to place world-class orchestral music at the heart»»»

QNA Doha The Doha International Center for Interfaith Dialogue (DICID) organised a roundtable on strengthening social cohesion and building community resilience in times of crisis, in partnership with the Cultural Village Foundation (Katara) and in cooperation with the ‘Qatar Minna wa Nahnu Minha’ »»»

Tribune News Network Doha With the support of donors, Qatar Charity (QC) continues to implement a medical initiative to combat blindness and improve eye health in Banadir, Somalia, targeting displaced families and the most vulnerable groups. The initiative forms part of the ‘Warding off Calamity’ c»»»

Tribune News Network Doha The Community College of Qatar (CCQ) signed a joint cooperation agreement with the Yunus Emre Institute to introduce Turkish language education within its academic offerings and strengthen cultural and scholarly exchange between the two institutions to enrich student learn»»»

Damascus, Apr.13 (SANA) Head of the Syrian Civil Aviation and Air Transport Authority Omar al-Husari held talks via video conference with Assistant Minister of Investment of Saudi Arabia Abdullah bin Ali Al-Dubaikhi to discuss the executive procedures and timeline for the development and operation »»»

MANAMA: His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces of Bahrain, received Admiral Charles Bradford Cooper II, the Commander of the US Central Command, and an accompanying delegation. King Hamad commended the key and active role played by the United States of Amer»»»

Jeddah: Al Sadd SC produced a night of remarkable resilience to reach the AFC Champions League Elite quarter-finals, defeating Al Hilal SFC 4–2 on penalties after a pulsating 3–3 draw across extra time at Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Sports City Stadium in Jeddah, on Monday. Captain Akram Afif held hi»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Sheikh Qassem: Zionist settlements will not be safe even if the Israelis enter any part of Lebanon, and Lebanon’s borders will not shrink b»»»

Hyderabad, India: Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi fell for a golden duck in a rare IPL flop as his team Rajasthan Royals went down to Sunrisers Hyderabad by 57 runs as two debutants Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain shined on Monday. The teen prodigy has been the flavour of this season in the T2»»»

Hezbollah Secretary General Sheikh Naim Qassem maintained on Monday that Lebanon is facing an aggression which does not observe any humanitarian or moral consideration, stressing that it is a clear occupation. In a televised speech, Sheikh Qassem said, “We remained steadfast, the fighters stood fir»»»

Rome, April 13 (SANA) – The UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) warned Monday that continued tensions in the Strait of Hormuz could lead to a global crisis affecting food and agriculture, due to disruptions in energy and fertilizer supplies. According to Reuters, FAO Chief Economist Maximo T»»»

Deyaar for Construction and Development has announced plans to achieve sales of between EGP 2bn and EGP 3bn in 2026, supported by its growing portfolio of projects in West Cairo. The company said its strategy focuses on expanding its footprint in Egypt’s real estate market while maximising returns »»»

A man being held for his wife's disappearance must be released or charged today by Bahamian police. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo April 13 (UPI) -- Authorities in the Bahamas are facing a deadline to charge or release a man being held in connection with the disappearance of his wife»»»

Singapore: Gold prices fell Monday, pressured by a stronger dollar and renewed inflation fears that overshadowed expectations of future interest rate cuts. Spot gold fell 0.3 percent to USD 4,734.50 an ounce, after hitting its lowest level since April 7 earlier in the session. US gold futures also »»»

The US-Iran talks in Islamabad ended exactly as they were bound to end under the current balance of power – without a deal, without a handshake, without even the faintest sense that the two sides have moved closer to a durable peace. Nearly 21 hours of talks, an unprecedented level of representatio»»»

US President Donald Trump has shared an AI-generated image of himself as a robed, Christ-like figure healing a bedridden man, flanked by eagles, fighter jets, and US service members, with the Statue of Liberty and the US flag in the background. The post triggered backlash, with some users suggestin»»»

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has received Ayman Safadi, Jordan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, to discuss regional developments and security challenges. The meeting addressed regional development»»»

Analysts at ING Bank Śląski (ING BSK) say China’s influence on Poland’s trade is growing, contributing to a worsening current account balance. In February 2026, Poland recorded a deficit of PLN 4.2 bln, compared to a surplus a year earlier.Rising imports, especially cars, transport equipment, and e»»»

His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has revealed his latest historical project — a book titled Al Kawn wa Anasi Kathiran — which will comprise around 100 volumes, narrating the history of the universe from before the descent of Prophet »»»

"We can’t let a country blackmail or extort the world. That’s what they’re doing — they’re really blackmailing the world. We’re not going to let that happen," Trump told reporters, declaring that a US blockade of the Hormuz Strait has begun. The blockade "started 10 o'clock," according to the presi»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Sheikh Qassem: The only path that achieves sovereignty and saves Lebanon is the implementation of the agreement’s terms, and first and fore»»»

Liverpool: Luis Enrique has warned Paris Saint-Germain to avoid falling into a "trap" against Liverpool as the Champions League holders aim to reach the semi-finals on Tuesday. PSG head to Anfield protecting a 2-0 lead from last week's quarter-final first-leg in Paris. Liverpool failed to record a »»»

All five members of Bangladesh's autonomous human rights commission resigned on Monday in protest over the newly elected government's failure to renew beefed up authorities for the body. The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) members said the Bangladesh National Party (BNP), which won a landsl»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Sheikh Qassem: The resistance has prepared itself silently and discreetly. The fighters resort to hit-and-run tactics, away from taking fix»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Sheikh Qassem: Hezbollah fighters will capture enemy soldiers whenever the opportunity arises 13-04-2026 21:48 PM Latest News Urgent News S»»»

A Ugandan man accused of stabbing four young children to death at a kindergarten in an attack that horrified the country pleaded not guilty to murder, as his trial began on Monday. Christopher Okello Onyum, who was arrested as he tried to flee the scene of the crime on April 2, denied the four coun»»»

BANGKOK: The Qatari beach volleyball team, consisting of the duo Cherif Younousse and Ahmed Tijan (Qatar Team 1), qualified for the round of 16 of the Samila Asian Open Tour Championship. The championship started on Sunday in Thailand with the participation of 27 teams representing 15 countries. Qa»»»

Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem on Monday urged the Lebanese state to cancel a planned meeting with Israel in Washington the following day, reiterating his group's rejection of direct negotiations with Israel. "We reject negotiations with the usurping Israeli entity... We call for a historic and heroi»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Sheikh Qassem: We reject negotiations with the Israeli entity; they are futile and require a Lebanese agreement and consensus to change cou»»»

The US Army intends to purchase 96 of the rocket artillery launchers in the next fiscal year, compared to just six bought in 2026, for a total cost of $745.7 million. That amount is more than was spent on the HIMARS program even during the peak of deliveries to Ukraine in 2023.Check out Sputnik's i»»»

Hezbollah will not abide by any agreements that may result from the direct Lebanon-Israel talks in the United States, negotiations it firmly opposes, a senior Hezbollah official said Monday. Wafiq Safa, a high-ranking member of Hezbollah's political council, spoke on the eve of the talks expected i»»»

Riyadh: Researchers from King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) have succeeded in converting carbon dioxide into stable rock that is permanently trapped underground. This was achieved using a closed-loop system that recycles water from deep underground, thus removing one of the »»»

Paris, France: Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Arsenio Dominguez, said Monday that no country has the right to close the Strait of Hormuz to maritime traffic. During a press conference, Dominguez added, "Under international law, no country has the right to prohibi»»»

The pro-EU Tisza party’s victory over Prime Minister Viktor Orban in the Hungarian election means that the country has essentially been taken over by the Soros network, Elon Musk has said. In a post on X on Monday, Musk lashed out at Alexander Soros – the son of Hungarian-American billionaire Georg»»»