EU Observer 6m

Hungary election: which polls to trust and everything else you need to know

At 6AM, polling stations opened in Hungary and its high-stakes parliamentary elections began. Voters will decide whether, after 16 years of an increasingly authoritarian government, prime minister Viktor Orbán and his rightwing party, Fidesz, will stay in power, or the leader of the centre-right Ti»»»

euobserver.com
The Peninsula 10m

Cambodia urges Thailand to resume talks on disputed border

Phnom Penh, Cambodia: Cambodia has urged Thailand on April 12, 2026, to resume talks as soon as possible on their disputed border, a long-standing disagreement that led to deadly clashes last year. Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet said on Saturday that he "strongly hopes" the two neighbours will »»»

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Al Awsat 12m

Australia Pledges Cyclone Aid to Pacific Neighbors

Australia pledged Au$2.5 million ($1.7 million) in aid to Pacific neighbors Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands Sunday, after tropical cyclone Maila caused devastating floods and landslides that killed 11. In Bougainville, an autonomous region of Papua New Guinea that is seeking independence, »»»

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Gulf News 24m

UAE introduces microgrids across federal buildings, supports 2031 vision

The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure has announced the launch of a pioneering strategic project to implement microgrid systems in federal government buildings—marking a significant step in advancing the UAE’s approach to building a smart, flexible energy ecosystem capable of responding to chan»»»

gulfnews.com
BNE 33m

US-Iran Islamabad talks end without deal as Hormuz control remains key sticking point

The first direct high-level negotiations between the United States and Iran since 1979 ended without agreement on April 12 after more than 21 hours of talks in Islamabad, with the status of the Strait of Hormuz emerging as the main obstacle. »»»

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BNE 33m

US-Iran Islamabad talks end without deal as Hormuz control remains key sticking point

The first direct high-level negotiations between the United States and Iran since 1979 ended without agreement on April 12 after more than 21 hours of talks in Islamabad, with the status of the Strait of Hormuz emerging as the main obstacle. »»»

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BNE 33m

US-Iran Islamabad talks end without deal as Hormuz control remains key sticking point

The first direct high-level negotiations between the United States and Iran since 1979 ended without agreement on April 12 after more than 21 hours of talks in Islamabad, with the status of the Strait of Hormuz emerging as the main obstacle. »»»

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Al Manar 33m

Al-Manar correspondent: Israeli airstrikes target Al-Shahabiya and the vicinity of the Lebanese army barracks in Tyre - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar correspondent: Israeli airstrikes target Al-Shahabiya and the vicinity of the Lebanese army barracks in Tyre 12-04-2026 11:01 AM L»»»

Al Manar 45m

Islamic Resistance fighters targeted at 05:15 and 05:30 on Sunday 12-04-2026 a gathering of Israeli enemy army vehicles and soldiers in Khiam city with two waves of rocket barrages - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Islamic Resistance fighters targeted at 05:15 and 05:30 on Sunday 12-04-2026 a gathering of Israeli enemy army vehicles and soldiers in Khi»»»

Al Manar 47m

Iran-US Talks in Islamabad End Without a Deal After 21 Hours Due to Excessive US Demands

The negotiations between Iran and the United States have come to an end without striking a deal after 21 hours of discussions in the Pakistani capital. Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei said on Sunday that the two sides reached a consensus on some issues but held different views rega»»»

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RT 1h

RT’s essential guide to the Hungarian election

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban is facing the most serious threat to his power in decades, in an election that’s drawn in the EU, US, and Ukraine. RT explores the players, the stakes, and the dirty tricks shaping the Hungarian election. We’ve delved into the election in our ‘Battle for Hungar»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Russia, Ukraine Trade Accusations on Easter Truce Violations

The Russian Defense Ministry said on Sunday that Ukrainian troops are violating the Easter ⁠truce while Russian ⁠forces are observing the ⁠declared ceasefire. Civilians, including a child, were injured in a Ukrainian drone attack on Russia’s Kursk region, ⁠the ⁠Ministry was quoted as saying by Russ»»»

english.aawsat.com
Gulf News 1h

How Dubai’s 726 new bus shelters are transforming daily commutes

Dubai: Dubai is accelerating its push towards smarter, more commuter-friendly mobility, with the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) completing 726 modern bus shelters across key areas of the emirate marking a major upgrade to everyday public transport experience. The project, which serves more tha»»»

gulfnews.com
France24 1h

Hungarians vote in a key election that could unseat populist Prime Minister Orbán

Hungarians headed to the polls on Sunday in a pivotal parliamentary election that could end Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s 16-year grip on power, as the opposition led by Peter Magyar challenges his nationalist rule in a contest drawing scrutiny across Europe and backing for Orban from US President »»»

france24.com
The Peninsula 1h

Qatar and Lebanon discuss developments in Middle East

Doha: Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs H E Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al Khulaifi has discussed the latest regional developments with Minister of Foreign Affairs and Emigrants of the Republic of Lebanon H E Youssef Raji. The talks over the phone on Friday put a particular focus »»»

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UPI 1h

On This Day, April 12: U.S. Embassy in Phnom Penh evacuated - UPI.com

On April 12, 1975, the U.S. military evacuated Americans from the U.S. Embassy in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, as part of Operation Eagle Pull. 1 of 6 | U.S. Marines assist in the evacuation of Phnom Penh, Cambodia, on April 12, 1975. File Photo courtesy of the U.S. Navy April 12 (UPI) -- On this date in »»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Cambodia Urges Thailand to Resume Talks on Disputed Border

Cambodia has urged Thailand to resume talks as soon as possible on their disputed border, a long-standing disagreement that led to deadly clashes last year. Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet said on Saturday that he "strongly hopes" the two neighbors will be able to work together "quickly and with»»»

english.aawsat.com
Gulf News 1h

No deal after 21 hours of talks: Why US-Iran marathon negotiations collapsed in Pakistan

The United States and Iran failed to reach a deal after marathon negotiations in Islamabad, with Washington insisting Tehran would not give the required commitment to abandon the pursuit of a nuclear weapon. The breakdown leaves the fragile two-week ceasefire in uncertainty. US Vice President JD Va»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Orphan sponsorship endowment sets sustainable model for long-term care

Doha, Qatar: Under the supervision of the General Directorate of Endowments, the “Orphan Sponsorship Endowment” (Waqf) has emerged as a leading contemporary model that reinforces a sustainable approach to caring for orphans by transforming short-term assistance into a long-term, evolving system of »»»

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Gulf News 1h

Watch: 200kg UAE flag carried by 64 nationalities sets Guinness World Record in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi: On a rain-swept evening at Hudayriyat Island, 153 people from 64 nationalities lifted a single banner weighing over 200kg and walked 100 metres together, setting a Guinness World Record and delivering one of the UAE's most quietly powerful moments of unity. They were not soldiers or athl»»»

gulfnews.com
Al Awsat 2h

Cyclone Vaianu Lashes New Zealand's North Island, Hundreds Evacuated

Cyclone Vaianu made landfall in New Zealand's North Island on Sunday, triggering floods, power outages and forcing hundreds to evacuate. The cyclone crossed the coast near the Maketu Peninsula, packing destructive winds exceeding 130 kph (80 mph), heavy rain and large swells, national weather provi»»»

english.aawsat.com
Sana 2h

Türkiye rejects Netanyahu’s remarks on Erdogan

Ankara, April 12 (SANA) Türkiye’s Foreign Ministry on Sunday rejected remarks by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu targeting President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, saying they reflect “resentment” over Ankara’s positions and criticism of Israeli policies. In a statement, the ministry described the»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Category 3 cyclone pummels New Zealand

Wellington: A category 3 tropical cyclone pummelled New Zealand's North Island on Sunday, triggering flooding and damaging infrastructure but authorities were relieved it bypassed Auckland, the country's most populous city. Cyclone Vaianu made landfall in the Bay of Plenty on the east coast, where »»»

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Al Awsat 2h

China Says it Will Resume Some Ties with Taiwan Including More Direct Flights

China said Sunday it would resume some ties it had suspended with Taiwan such as direct flights to cities across China and imports of Taiwanese aquaculture products as the island's opposition party leader concludes her visit. The Taiwan Work Office under China's Communist Party issued a statement s»»»

english.aawsat.com
The Peninsula 3h

Footage reveals Iranian strikes on Qatar, shows hits on energy and civilian areas

Doha, Qatar: The investigative programme “Ma Khafi Azam” (The Hidden is More Immense) on Al Jazeera on Friday revealed unprecedented details about the Iranian aerial attacks targeting Qatar, presenting footage capturing critical moments of the military escalation that followed the outbreak of war. »»»

thepeninsulaqatar.com
France24 3h

Iran-US negotiations underway in Pakistan, US says Strait of Hormuz being 'cleared'

Delegations from the United States and Iran held direct negotiations on Saturday for the first time since 1979 in Islamabad,Pakistan, to end a six-week conflict, while US President Donald Trump said that the US military had begun clearing mines from the Strait of Hormuz. US and Iranian negotiators »»»

france24.com
The Peninsula 3h

Qatar strengthens public awareness of digital identity protection amid rising cyber threats

Doha, Qatar: As cyber risks grow in scale, Qatar is intensifying efforts to raise public awareness around digital identity protection, placing greater emphasis on equipping individuals with the knowledge and practical tools needed to safeguard personal information and navigate an increasingly compl»»»

thepeninsulaqatar.com
Al Majalla 3h

The Iran war brought Russia both opportunity and risk

The strategy of providing limited support to Iran while maintaining an indirect role in the US-Israeli war seemed to have paid off for Moscow. Yet, despite all the short-term benefits Russia derived from instability in the Middle East, from a strategic planning perspective, an extended war in Iran »»»

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The Peninsula 3h

MoEHE announces resumption of in-person learning in all schools today

Doha, Qatar: Based on the approved academic calendar, the Ministry of Education and Higher Education announced the resumption of in-person learning and service delivery in nurseries, kindergartens, public and private schools, and educational service centres, effective today, April 12, 2026. The Min»»»

thepeninsulaqatar.com
BNE 3h

Taiwan’s lethal road culture - where red lights don’t mean stop

Taiwan likes to present itself as a modern, developed democracy in sharp contrast to its authoritarian neighbour. But step off the plane and onto any Taiwanese street, and a very different reality quickly emerges: one in which basic public safety is dangerously absent. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 3h

Pakistan’s Ghazab Lil-Haq operation and the prospect of regime change in Afghanistan

On February 26, Pakistan launched Operation Ghazab lil-Haq (Righteous Fury) against the Taliban regime in Kabul. The operation is seen by some as an attempt by Islamabad to pursue regime change in Afghanistan. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 3h

Pakistan’s Ghazab Lil-Haq operation and the prospect of regime change in Afghanistan

On February 26, Pakistan launched Operation Ghazab lil-Haq (Righteous Fury) against the Taliban regime in Kabul. The operation is seen by some as an attempt by Islamabad to pursue regime change in Afghanistan. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 3h

Pakistan’s Ghazab Lil-Haq operation and the prospect of regime change in Afghanistan

On February 26, Pakistan launched Operation Ghazab lil-Haq (Righteous Fury) against the Taliban regime in Kabul. The operation is seen by some as an attempt by Islamabad to pursue regime change in Afghanistan. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 3h

US naval showdown with Iran in strait of Hormuz

As talks got underway in Islamabad between Iran and the US to find a ceasefire formula, a dramatic showdown was playing out in the Strait of Hormuz, as several US Navy vessels attempted to sneak through and exit the Persian Gulf have permission from Tehran. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 3h

US naval showdown with Iran in strait of Hormuz

As talks got underway in Islamabad between Iran and the US to find a ceasefire formula, a dramatic showdown was playing out in the Strait of Hormuz, as several US Navy vessels attempted to sneak through and exit the Persian Gulf have permission from Tehran. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 3h

US naval showdown with Iran in strait of Hormuz

As talks got underway in Islamabad between Iran and the US to find a ceasefire formula, a dramatic showdown was playing out in the Strait of Hormuz, as several US Navy vessels attempted to sneak through and exit the Persian Gulf have permission from Tehran. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 3h

US naval showdown with Iran in strait of Hormuz

As talks got underway in Islamabad between Iran and the US to find a ceasefire formula, a dramatic showdown was playing out in the Strait of Hormuz, as several US Navy vessels attempted to sneak through and exit the Persian Gulf have permission from Tehran. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 3h

US naval showdown with Iran in strait of Hormuz

As talks got underway in Islamabad between Iran and the US to find a ceasefire formula, a dramatic showdown was playing out in the Strait of Hormuz, as several US Navy vessels attempted to sneak through and exit the Persian Gulf have permission from Tehran. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 3h

US naval showdown with Iran in strait of Hormuz

As talks got underway in Islamabad between Iran and the US to find a ceasefire formula, a dramatic showdown was playing out in the Strait of Hormuz, as several US Navy vessels attempted to sneak through and exit the Persian Gulf have permission from Tehran. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 3h

US naval showdown with Iran in strait of Hormuz

As talks got underway in Islamabad between Iran and the US to find a ceasefire formula, a dramatic showdown was playing out in the Strait of Hormuz, as several US Navy vessels attempted to sneak through and exit the Persian Gulf have permission from Tehran. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 3h

US naval showdown with Iran in strait of Hormuz

As talks got underway in Islamabad between Iran and the US to find a ceasefire formula, a dramatic showdown was playing out in the Strait of Hormuz, as several US Navy vessels attempted to sneak through and exit the Persian Gulf have permission from Tehran. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 3h

US naval showdown with Iran in strait of Hormuz

As talks got underway in Islamabad between Iran and the US to find a ceasefire formula, a dramatic showdown was playing out in the Strait of Hormuz, as several US Navy vessels attempted to sneak through and exit the Persian Gulf have permission from Tehran. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 3h

US naval showdown with Iran in strait of Hormuz

As talks got underway in Islamabad between Iran and the US to find a ceasefire formula, a dramatic showdown was playing out in the Strait of Hormuz, as several US Navy vessels attempted to sneak through and exit the Persian Gulf have permission from Tehran. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 3h

US naval showdown with Iran in strait of Hormuz

As talks got underway in Islamabad between Iran and the US to find a ceasefire formula, a dramatic showdown was playing out in the Strait of Hormuz, as several US Navy vessels attempted to sneak through and exit the Persian Gulf have permission from Tehran. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 3h

Pakistan’s Ghazab Lil-Haq operation and the prospect of regime change in Afghanistan

On February 26, Pakistan launched Operation Ghazab lil-Haq (Righteous Fury) against the Taliban regime in Kabul. The operation is seen by some as an attempt by Islamabad to pursue regime change in Afghanistan. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 3h

US naval showdown with Iran in strait of Hormuz

As talks got underway in Islamabad between Iran and the US to find a ceasefire formula, a dramatic showdown was playing out in the Strait of Hormuz, as several US Navy vessels attempted to sneak through and exit the Persian Gulf have permission from Tehran. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 3h

Pakistan’s Ghazab Lil-Haq operation and the prospect of regime change in Afghanistan

On February 26, Pakistan launched Operation Ghazab lil-Haq (Righteous Fury) against the Taliban regime in Kabul. The operation is seen by some as an attempt by Islamabad to pursue regime change in Afghanistan. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 3h

Pakistan’s Ghazab Lil-Haq operation and the prospect of regime change in Afghanistan

On February 26, Pakistan launched Operation Ghazab lil-Haq (Righteous Fury) against the Taliban regime in Kabul. The operation is seen by some as an attempt by Islamabad to pursue regime change in Afghanistan. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 3h

Pakistan’s Ghazab Lil-Haq operation and the prospect of regime change in Afghanistan

On February 26, Pakistan launched Operation Ghazab lil-Haq (Righteous Fury) against the Taliban regime in Kabul. The operation is seen by some as an attempt by Islamabad to pursue regime change in Afghanistan. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 3h

Armenia pushes semiconductor ambitions as part of high-tech growth strategy

Armenia is stepping up efforts to develop its semiconductor industry as part of a broader push to transform its economy through high technology, officials said following a government council meeting chaired by Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan. »»»

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