Saudi Fund Injects $1.7 Bn to Boost Food Security
Saudi Arabia’s Agricultural Development Fund is stepping up efforts to bolster food security and sustain the Kingdom’s agricultural sector, raising self-sufficiency and strengthening strategic reserves. The push is part of a broader strategy balancing support for domestic production and supply chai»»»
Officers seize over 7 kg of hashish, foreign national detained - | 24.KG
Officers of the Drug Control Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan have disrupted the activities of an individual suspected of large-scale drug trafficking. According to the ministry, on March 31, 2026, as part of Operation Transit, a foreign national identified as R.A.Sh., 43, »»»
The world could run out of chocolate by 2050
The world could face a severe shortage of chocolate by 2050 as climate change disrupts cocoa production in key growing regions, according to scientific estimates and industry data. Rising temperatures and declining rainfal»»»
Iran's ambassador to Pakistan signals 'step forward' in US talks as ceasefire push intensifies
Iran's ambassador to Pakistan, Reza Amiri Moghadam, announced a "step forward" in negotiations with the United States on April 7, suggesting Pakistani mediation had helped avert an immediate escalation. "As of now, a step »»»
The world could run out of chocolate by 2050
The world could face a severe shortage of chocolate by 2050 as climate change disrupts cocoa production in key growing regions, according to scientific estimates and industry data. Rising temperatures and declining rainfal»»»
US consumers under pressure as Gulf energy crisis expands
US consumers are coming under increasing pressure as the effects of the energy shock from the Gulf War ripple amounts across the world. Petrol prices at the pump have soared to record highs. Inflation is increasing. And ma»»»
US consumers under pressure as Gulf energy crisis expands
US consumers are coming under increasing pressure as the effects of the energy shock from the Gulf War ripple amounts across the world. Petrol prices at the pump have soared to record highs. Inflation is increasing. And ma»»»
US consumers under pressure as Gulf energy crisis expands
US consumers are coming under increasing pressure as the effects of the energy shock from the Gulf War ripple amounts across the world. Petrol prices at the pump have soared to record highs. Inflation is increasing. And ma»»»
The world could run out of chocolate by 2050
The world could face a severe shortage of chocolate by 2050 as climate change disrupts cocoa production in key growing regions, according to scientific estimates and industry data. Rising temperatures and declining rainfal»»»
Meloni visits Gulf to cement Italy's energy ties as European rift with US over Iran widens
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni concluded a two-day tour of the Persian Gulf on April 4, meeting the leaders of Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates in an effort to shore up Italy's energy security as Iranian attacks on Gulf states and the near-closure of the Strait of Hormuz push»»»
Meloni visits Gulf to cement Italy's energy ties as European rift with US over Iran widens
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni concluded a two-day tour of the Persian Gulf on April 4, meeting the leaders of Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates in an effort to shore up Italy's energy security as Iranian attacks on Gulf states and the near-closure of the Strait of Hormuz push»»»
Meloni visits Gulf to cement Italy's energy ties as European rift with US over Iran widens
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni concluded a two-day tour of the Persian Gulf on April 4, meeting the leaders of Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates in an effort to shore up Italy's energy security as Iranian attacks on Gulf states and the near-closure of the Strait of Hormuz push»»»
Trump warns Iranian civilisation could 'die tonight' as US signals major escalation
US President Donald Trump warned that "a whole civilisation will die tonight" in a social media post on April 7, hours before a self-imposed deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face strikes on its civilian infrastructure. »»»
Iran synagogue destroyed in airstrike as Jewish community condemns US-Israeli attacks
A synagogue in central Tehran was destroyed in an alleged early morning airstrike, Iranian media reported on April 7, with authorities blaming Israel for the strike. Videos circulated by Iranian state media show male »»»
Iran's ambassador to Pakistan signals 'step forward' in US talks as ceasefire push intensifies
Iran's ambassador to Pakistan, Reza Amiri Moghadam, announced a "step forward" in negotiations with the United States on April 7, suggesting Pakistani mediation had helped avert an immediate escalation. "As of now, a step »»»
Trump agrees to two-week ceasefire with Iran after Pakistani mediation
US President Donald Trump announced on April 7 that he had agreed to suspend military operations against Iran for two weeks, pulling back from the brink of a threatened strike on the country's civilian infrastructure hours after his own deadline expired. »»»
Iran synagogue destroyed in airstrike as Jewish community condemns US-Israeli attacks
A synagogue in central Tehran was destroyed in an alleged early morning airstrike, Iranian media reported on April 7, with authorities blaming Israel for the strike. Videos circulated by Iranian state media show male »»»
US strikes hit Kharg Island defences as Iran says oil exports intact
US forces struck military targets on Iran’s Kharg Island on April 7, Donya-e-Eqtesad said, as Iranian sources insisted the country’s main oil export hub remained fully operational despite heavy bombardment. The attacks mar»»»
Trump agrees to two-week ceasefire with Iran after Pakistani mediation
US President Donald Trump announced on April 7 that he had agreed to suspend military operations against Iran for two weeks, pulling back from the brink of a threatened strike on the country's civilian infrastructure hours after his own deadline expired. »»»
Iran's ambassador to Pakistan signals 'step forward' in US talks as ceasefire push intensifies
Iran's ambassador to Pakistan, Reza Amiri Moghadam, announced a "step forward" in negotiations with the United States on April 7, suggesting Pakistani mediation had helped avert an immediate escalation. "As of now, a step »»»
US strikes hit Kharg Island defences as Iran says oil exports intact
US forces struck military targets on Iran’s Kharg Island on April 7, Donya-e-Eqtesad said, as Iranian sources insisted the country’s main oil export hub remained fully operational despite heavy bombardment. The attacks mar»»»
Iran synagogue destroyed in airstrike as Jewish community condemns US-Israeli attacks
A synagogue in central Tehran was destroyed in an alleged early morning airstrike, Iranian media reported on April 7, with authorities blaming Israel for the strike. Videos circulated by Iranian state media show male »»»
Iran's ambassador to Pakistan signals 'step forward' in US talks as ceasefire push intensifies
Iran's ambassador to Pakistan, Reza Amiri Moghadam, announced a "step forward" in negotiations with the United States on April 7, suggesting Pakistani mediation had helped avert an immediate escalation. "As of now, a step »»»
Trump agrees to two-week ceasefire with Iran after Pakistani mediation
US President Donald Trump announced on April 7 that he had agreed to suspend military operations against Iran for two weeks, pulling back from the brink of a threatened strike on the country's civilian infrastructure hours after his own deadline expired. »»»
Meloni visits Gulf to cement Italy's energy ties as European rift with US over Iran widens
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni concluded a two-day tour of the Persian Gulf on April 4, meeting the leaders of Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates in an effort to shore up Italy's energy security as Iranian attacks on Gulf states and the near-closure of the Strait of Hormuz push»»»
The world could run out of chocolate by 2050
The world could face a severe shortage of chocolate by 2050 as climate change disrupts cocoa production in key growing regions, according to scientific estimates and industry data. Rising temperatures and declining rainfal»»»
US consumers under pressure as Gulf energy crisis expands
US consumers are coming under increasing pressure as the effects of the energy shock from the Gulf War ripple amounts across the world. Petrol prices at the pump have soared to record highs. Inflation is increasing. And ma»»»
PANNIER: Uzbekistan’s air pollution officials search for lasting solutions
Uzbekistan’s air pollution problem has noticeably worsened over the last several years, but at the end of March authorities strengthened efforts to combat the dilemma. The government introduced a series of measures aimed a»»»
PANNIER: Uzbekistan’s air pollution officials search for lasting solutions
Uzbekistan’s air pollution problem has noticeably worsened over the last several years, but at the end of March authorities strengthened efforts to combat the dilemma. The government introduced a series of measures aimed a»»»
Hungarian election outcome may do little to ease EU funding deadlock for Ukraine
Ukraine’s access to tens of billions of euros in European Union support may remain uncertain regardless of the outcome of Hungary’s closely contested election this month, as the anti-Ukrainian ruling Fidesz’ main challenger has also indicated reservations over key elements of assistance to Kyiv. »»»
Bosnian lawmakers set to fast-track gas pipeline amendments despite transparency concerns
Proposed legal changes to a long-delayed gas pipeline linking Bosnia & Herzegovina to Croatia have drawn criticism from anti-corruption groups and energy experts, who warn the project risks undermining transparency and saddling the public with long-term costs. »»»
Bosnian lawmakers set to fast-track gas pipeline amendments despite transparency concerns
Proposed legal changes to a long-delayed gas pipeline linking Bosnia & Herzegovina to Croatia have drawn criticism from anti-corruption groups and energy experts, who warn the project risks undermining transparency and saddling the public with long-term costs. »»»
Energy shock drives food price pressures in North Macedonia
The global oil shock triggered by escalating tensions in the Middle East, including the US strikes on Iran, is raising fears of a new inflationary wave — and in North Macedonia, the early signs are already visible, though not always in expected ways. »»»
Can pipelines make a comeback?
The shock to LNG supply is forcing buyers to confront both physical disruption and rising dependence on the US, which could revive interest in long-stalled pipeline projects. WHAT: A fifth of global LNG supply has been kno»»»
US consumers under pressure as Gulf energy crisis expands
US consumers are coming under increasing pressure as the effects of the energy shock from the Gulf War ripple amounts across the world. Petrol prices at the pump have soared to record highs. Inflation is increasing. And ma»»»
Russian procurement platform B2B-RTS to IPO
Russia’s largest electronic procurement platform B2B-RTS announced it will proceed with an IPO on the Moscow Exchange (MOEX), offering 11.5% of its share capital through a secondary sale by existing shareholders, including Sovcombank and other financial investors, according to RBC business portal. »»»
The world could run out of chocolate by 2050
The world could face a severe shortage of chocolate by 2050 as climate change disrupts cocoa production in key growing regions, according to scientific estimates and industry data. Rising temperatures and declining rainfal»»»
Hungarian election outcome may do little to ease EU funding deadlock for Ukraine
Ukraine’s access to tens of billions of euros in European Union support may remain uncertain regardless of the outcome of Hungary’s closely contested election this month, as the anti-Ukrainian ruling Fidesz’ main challenger has also indicated reservations over key elements of assistance to Kyiv. »»»
Energy shock drives food price pressures in North Macedonia
The global oil shock triggered by escalating tensions in the Middle East, including the US strikes on Iran, is raising fears of a new inflationary wave — and in North Macedonia, the early signs are already visible, though not always in expected ways. »»»
Pakistan brokered US-Iran ceasefire — now Islamabad hosts talks starting Friday
The United States and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire on Tuesday in an 11th-hour bid to avert all-out destruction threatened by US President Donald Trump. Here's what we know about the truce between two countries, which are set to begin negotiations but remain poles apart in their positions on »»»
US Congressman Tim Burchett says aliens visited Earth and met humans
Aliens have visited our planet traveling in an otherworldly craft and have made contact with humans, US Congressman Tim Burchett has claimed, citing unnamed government officials. In the US, interest in UFOs and related phenomena has grown in recent years, due to the federal government backing the P»»»
Deputy Abdyldabek Egemberdiev submits resignation letter - | 24.KG
Deputy Abdyldabek Egemberdiev has submitted a resignation letter. Sources informed 24.kg news agency. According to them, a Central Election Commission meeting will be held today to consider his resignation letter. Deputy Abdyldabek Egemberdiev was elected from Sokuluk constituency No. 19. Earlier, »»»
Solar push helps Pakistan temper Gulf energy shock
Lahore, Pakistan: Pakistan's solar power push has cushioned the full impact of the war in the Middle East, analysts said, despite lingering concerns over fuel supplies and rising prices. A study published last month assessed that the uptake of solar around 2018 helped the country avoid more than $1»»»
Dubai gold jumps Dh11 as ceasefire talks trigger global rebound
Dubai: Dubai gold prices opened higher on Wednesday morning, tracking a strong rebound in global bullion markets after a temporary easing of geopolitical tensions. (Check latest UAE gold prices here, alongside prices in Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and India.) Sign up for our daily b»»»
Iran Declares 'Historic Victory' as Trump Accepts 10-Point Plan — Reports
Iran has declared it achieved a decisive outcome in the recent confrontation, stating the US has accepted a 10-point plan proposed by Tehran, according to the Supreme National Security Council of Iran, cited by Tasnim News Agency. The Council said the enemy suffered an “undeniable, historic, and cr»»»
Pakistani PM Invites US, Iran to Talks in Islamabad on April 10
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has invited Iran and the United States to Islamabad on April 10 for negotiations aimed at reaching a “conclusive agreement.” The invitation follows his announcement of an immediate ceasefire, with talks expected to focus on settling outstanding issues.US-Isr»»»
Italy's ENI announces gas discovery off Egypt coast
CAIRO — Italian energy giant ENI announced on Tuesday a "significant" natural gas discovery off Egypt's Mediterranean coast, as the North African country struggles to secure its energy needs due to the US and Israel's war with Iran."Preliminary estimates indicate about 2 trillion cubic feet of gas"»»»
Energy shocks drive fertiliser costs higher, as Jordan seen as stabilising supplier
AMMAN — Rising global energy prices and supply disruptions are driving up fertiliser costs, with direct implications for farmers in Jordan and food prices more broadly.While natural gas is widely associated with heating and electricity, it is also a critical input in the production of fertilisers u»»»
Strait of Hormuz shipping blockade update
LONDON — Here are the latest key facts about impacts from the blockage of the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial shipping route virtually paralysed by the Middle East war.Around a fifth of global crude oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) passes through the waterway in peacetime.The war erupted on February»»»
IATA Chief: Jet Fuel Supply Could Take Months to Recover after Hormuz Reopening
The head of a body representing global airlines said on Wednesday that even if Iran reopened the Strait of Hormuz it would take months for jet fuel supply to recover given disruptions to Middle East refining capacity. Oil fell below $100 per barrel after US President Donald Trump said he had agreed»»»