Giuseppe Carella appointed as Country Manager of Nestlé Romania
Giuseppe Carella, with more than 25 years of international business experience, assumes the position of Country Manager of Nestlé Romania on April 1, 2026. Over the course of his career, Giuseppe has built a strong track record in bringing Nestlé’s mission to life, driving innovations for local con»»»
Iran confirms participation in Islamabad peace talks with the United States
Dubai: Iran has officially confirmed that it will participate in the upcoming peace talks with the United States in Islamabad, a key step in efforts to secure a peaceful settlement to their ongoing conflict, Pakistan’s Prime Minister’s Office announced Wednesday. The announcement came after a 45‑mi»»»
Tehran’s call: How Mojtaba Khamenei sealed the Iran deal
Dubai: In the end, the deal was not decided in Washington — but in Tehran, where Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei quietly gave the green light, a decisive intervention that broke weeks of deadlock, according to Axios. The ceasefire that followed brought a sudden halt to weeks of escalating confronta»»»
Bulgaria’s SJC Rejects Move to Oust Acting Prosecutor General Sarafov
The Prosecutorial College of the Supreme Judicial Council has declined to remove Borislav Sarafov from his position as Acting Prosecutor General, despite calls from the Justice Ministry to act following a recent Constitutional Court ruling. The development was confirmed by Deputy Justice Minister T»»»
Vucic: AstraZeneca contract to ensure best medicines for most serious conditions
BELGRADE - Speaking to reporters after a meeting with the UK's special Western Balkans envoy Karen Pierce and the signing of a contract with the pharmaceuticals company AstraZeneca, Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said the deal provided the best medicines in the world to Serbian patients and ens»»»
“On the Brink of Great Victory”: Hezbollah Calls on Displaced Civilians to Hold Off Return
Hezbollah on Wednesday called on displaced civilians to be patient and delay returning to southern Lebanon, Bekaa and Beirut’s Dahiyeh, vowing that they will do so soon “proud and victorious.” In a statement, Hezbollah addressed to “the most honorable people” as saying: “We call on you, in these cr»»»
Multiple Israeli Airstrikes Hit Central Beirut Hours after US and Iran Announce Ceasefire
Multiple Israeli airstrikes hit central Beirut hours after US and Iran announce ceasefire. The Israeli military said it struck around 100 Hezbollah sites across Lebanon on Wednesday, describing the operation as the "largest coordinated strike" since the war with Iran began. "The -army- completed th»»»
Multiple coordinated airstrikes hit Beirut and its suburbs
Israel launched a series of strikes on Beirut on Wednesday, hitting several parts of the capital as well as its southern suburbs. Loud booms could be heard throughout the city and smoke was rising from several points. Several of the strikes were in busy commercial and densely populated locations, w»»»
Hezbollah urges people to remain patient and hold off return to southern Lebanon, Bekaa and Beirut’s Dahiyeh, pending an official ceasefire announcement, Media Relations statement says - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah urges people to remain patient and hold off return to southern Lebanon, Bekaa and Beirut’s Dahiyeh, pending an official ceasefire»»»
Hezbollah addresses the most honorable people: “We stand on the brink of great victory, you will return to your villages and homes proud and victorious” - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah addresses the most honorable people: “We stand on the brink of great victory, you will return to your villages and homes proud an»»»
Caretaker Cabinet Approves Some EUR 1.2 Mln in Compensation for Families Denied Kindergarten Places
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»»»
Roadside Assistance Association Calls National Protest
The Association of Specialized Roadside Assistance Providers in Bulgaria is organizing a national protest on Thursday, April 9, after Caretaker Minister of Regional Development and Public Works Nikolay Naydenov did not invite it to recent meetings with sector representatives, the association said i»»»
Interior Ministry Working to Prevent Election Violations, Deputy Minister Says
“The Ministry of Interior is actively working to prevent violations of election law,” Deputy Interior Minister Ivan Anchev said during a meeting between President Iliana Iotova and representatives of institutions responsible for ensuring the integrity of the early parliamentary elections on April 1»»»
Kamengrad Hotel & SPA Offers 51C Mineral Water Treatment, Reports Increase in Overnight Stays
Overnight stays at the Kamengrad Hotel in Panagyurishte have tripled – from about 20,000 to 60,000 per year, Nikolay Ivanov, manager of Thracian Hoteliers chain, which the Kamengrad Hotel is part of, told BTA. He said that apart from tourists, one of the main target groups are corporate clients, wh»»»
Qatar Media Corporation Chairman meets Saudi Ambassador
Doha, Qatar: Qatar Media Corporation Chairman HE Sheikh Hamad bin Thamer Al-Thani met on Wednesday with Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to the State of Qatar HRH Prince Saad bin Mansour bin Saad bin Saud bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. The two sides discussed media cooperation between the two coun»»»
Prime Minister receives telephone call from Spanish 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 HE Jose Manuel Alvarez, Minister of Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation of the Kingdom of Spain. During the call, the latest developments i»»»
How Pakistan’s quiet diplomacy drives US-Iran ceasefire breakthrough
Dubai: After weeks of intense behind-the-scenes diplomacy, Pakistan has emerged as a central player in brokering a fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran, a breakthrough that diplomats say would not have been possible without Islamabad’s sustained efforts since the conflict began. The»»»
UAE a source of stability under wise leadership, says Sharjah Ruler
Sharjah: His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan Bin Mohammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has reassured residents that the UAE remains secure and stable under its wise leadership and the vigilance of its armed forces. Speaking during a phone call on the “Direct Line” programme bro»»»
Parliament of Kyrgyzstan tightens noise control regulations - | 24.KG
The Zhogorku Kenesh has adopted amendments to the Law «On Silence» and several related regulations, aimed at strengthening control over noise, in the third reading. Under the new provisions, neighborhood committees will now be authorized to draw up reports on violations of noise regulations. These »»»
Over 9,000 Polling Stations to Use Voting Machines in Bulgaria, CEC Chair Says
Voting machines will be used in 9,354 polling stations across the country, while 2,641 stations will operate with paper ballots only, Central Election Commission (CEC) Chair Kameliya Neykova said during a meeting with President Iliana Iotova and institutions responsible for organizing the early par»»»
Thailand confirms deaths of three ship crew in Gulf attack
Bangkok: Thailand's foreign minister confirmed on Wednesday the deaths of three Thai crew members of a cargo ship struck by Iran while transiting the Strait of Hormuz a month ago. US-Israeli strikes on Iran in late February prompted Tehran to respond by effectively closing the strait, a crucial art»»»
Qatari citizens exempt from entry visas to Albania until December 2026
Doha, Qatar: An official source from the Consular Affairs Department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that Qatari citizens are exempt from entry visas to the Republic of Albania. This came in a social media post by the Ministry, which stated that the exemption applies from April 15, 202»»»
Oil prices plunge after cease-fire, Hormuz Strait reopening announced - UPI.com
A gas station in London, England, displays the latest price for a liter of regular unleaded on Wednesday morning hours after crude oil prices fell sharply on news disruption to the global supply of oil caused by the Iran war may be about to ease. Photo by Andy Rain/EPA April 8 (UPI) -- Global oil p»»»
Bulgaria Scraps European Prosecutor Nominations Over “Serious Flaws” in Selection
The government has decided to withdraw all three Bulgarian nominations for the position of European Prosecutor, effectively restarting the procedure after identifying serious flaws in the initial selection process. The candidates affected are Dimitar Belichev, Mihaela Raidovska and Plamen Petkov, w»»»
Reform UK calls to ban visas for countries demanding slavery reparations
Nigel Farage’s Reform UK would stop issuing visas to nationals from any country that demands slavery reparations from Britain, the party’s home affairs spokesman has announced, dismissing the compensation claims as “insulting.” Speaking to The Telegraph, Zia Yusuf stated that a growing number of na»»»
German military spending pushing deficit higher – Federal Statistical Office
Germany’s military spending shot up by over 23% to €39 billion ($45 billion) last year, pushing the budget deficit to the highest level in four years, the Federal Statistical Office has reported. Following the escalation of the Ukraine conflict in 2022, Berlin began a military buildup, with defense»»»
Criminal case opened in Naryn region following death of schoolboy - | 24.KG
A criminal case under the article «Incitement to suicide» has been opened in Naryn region following the death of a seventh-grade student. The regional police department reported. According to law enforcement agencies, the teenager’s body was found in a shed. A forensic examination has been ordered »»»
Case 75: Court remands political scientist Zhumagulov in custody until June 10 - | 24.KG
On April 6, the Pervomaisky District Court of Bishkek ordered to remand political scientist Bakytbek Zhumagulov in custody until June 10. Media reported citing the court’s press service. Photo Internet According to available information, Bakytbek Zhumagulov has been placed in pretrial detention fac»»»
Israeli enemy launches a series of powerful air strikes targeting several areas across Lebanon including southern Lebanon, Beirut, Sidon, Dahiyeh, Mount Lebanon and Bekaa - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Abu Dhabi handles 80 million cubic metres of rainwater, equal to 32,000 Olympic-sized pools
Abu Dhabi: The Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) said it successfully managed more than 80 million cubic metres of rainwater within a week following the heavy rainfall that recently affected the emirate. The department said the volume of water handled was equivalent to around 32,000 »»»
Vucic receives Shandong Hi-Speed Group representatives
BELGRADE - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic received a delegation of China's Shandong Hi-Speed Group corporation on Wednesday to discuss new possibilities for deepening cooperation in areas that are of great importance for Serbia's development. "With representatives of the Shandong Hi-Speed Group»»»
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»»»
Border guard shoots himself at Irkeshtam post - | 24.KG
A contract serviceman shot himself at Irkeshtam border post in Alay district of Osh region, the Military Prosecutor’s Office confirmed the information. The incident occurred the previous day. The serviceman is 22 years old. Following the incident, he underwent surgery and is currently in critical c»»»
SCNS of Kyrgyzstan detains members of radical organizations - | 24.KG
During counterterrorism operations, based on intelligence and filtration measures at the entry-exit channel, the State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan (SCNS) detained foreign nationals A.F., R.Sh., and N.Kh. It was established that these individuals were members of extremely radical r»»»
Two identified over soccer stadium blast
Organized crime squad officers have identified two men believed to be behind an attack with a small homemade explosive device on a Thessaloniki football stadium shortly before Christmas that caused minor damage and no injury, police said Wednesday. The pre-dawn explosion at Aris Thessaloniki’s Klea»»»
GERB-UDF's Top-of-the-List Candidate Says Varna Can Become Industrial Capital
Varna could become an industrial centre, GERB-UDF's top-of-the-list candidate Vladislav Goranov said during a public meeting, quoted by the coalition’s press office on Wednesday. He argued that the city has significant potential thanks to its six universities and the infrastructure already develope»»»
President Iotova Stresses Importance of Fair and Transparent Elections
“It is extremely important to see whether we have fulfilled our promise to conduct fair and transparent elections,” President Iliana Iotova said during a meeting with the institutions responsible for organizing the early parliamentary elections. “It is crucial to assess how far we have come in prep»»»
Tunisie Catering launches fleet of electric vehicles for staff
Tunis, April 8, 2026 (TAP) – Tunisie Catering, a subsidiary of the Tunisair Group specializing in in-flight catering, announced on Wednesday the operational launch of a fleet of electric vehicles for its staff.Launched in partnership with Tunisian...»»»
Sarkozy denies Libyan funding in presidential campaign
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy has claimed that “not a single cent” from Muammar Gaddafi’s Libya found its way into his 2007 election campaign, at an appearance before a Paris appeals court on Tuesday. He is appealing a five-year prison sentence handed down in 2025 after being found guilty»»»
Trump reportedly acknowledges Canadian annexation unlikely
US President Donald Trump allegedly conceded in private that Canada is unlikely to become part of the US, despite previously hinting at annexing the neighboring country, a snippet from an upcoming book by British journalist Robert Hardman has indicated. Over the past year, Trump has on multiple occ»»»
Efforts to integrate digital technologies into judicial system intensify - | 24.KG
The judicial system continues its digital transformation efforts, with the ultimate goal of transitioning to a fully-fledged e-justice system and strengthening public trust in the judiciary. The press service of the Supreme Court of the Kyrgyz Republic reported. According to the press service, in a»»»
Hezbollah MP warns of response if Israel does not adhere to ceasefire
Hezbollah legislator Ibrahim Al-Moussawi has warned of a response from Iran and its allies if Israel "does not adhere to a ceasefire." His comment to local television channel Al-Jadeed is the first from the militant group in Lebanon after the U.S. and Iran reached a ceasefire agreement mediated by »»»
Pakistan, France and Egypt say ceasefire 'includes Lebanon'
French President Emmanuel Macron said the ceasefire agreement between the U.S., Israel and Iran "fully includes Lebanon," which is in opposition to the stance taken by Israel as it continues an offensive there. Macron said the inclusion of Lebanon in the deal is "a good and even essential thing." "»»»
EUR 6.8 Million Allocated for Organizing Elections Abroad, Foreign Minister Says
A total of EUR 6,835,500 have been allocated for organizing the elections abroad, which is sufficient to cover all planned activities, caretaker Foreign Minister Nadezhda Neynsky said during a meeting between President Iliana Iotova and representatives of institutions responsible for ensuring the i»»»
Rahber Global opens Afghanistan's first international-standard visa facilitation centre in Kabul
Rahber Global, a Dubai-based mobility infrastructure and consular services company, has established its flagship visa facilitation and application support center in Kabul, Afghanistan - the first international-standard facility of its kind in the country. The center is scheduled for formal inaugura»»»
Zenith Multi Trading bets on next-gen aerospace technology
Zenith Multi Trading DMCC has signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) with Singular Aircraft S.L., a Barcelona-based aerospace technology company specialising in light aircraft and unmanned aerial systems (UAS). The agreement marks a decisive and deliberate entry by the Dubai-based investment platform into»»»
Nutella in Space: Artemis II crew accidentally creates viral moment
Dubai: NASA’s Artemis II crew made history by flying farther from Earth than any humans since Apollo 13, and along the way, they gave the internet something unexpected to snack on: a jar of Nutella floating in zero gravity. Probably the only jar in the entire universe to be a part of a mission like»»»
All eyes on Hormuz Strait: Marine traffic starting to move as two-week ceasefire kicks in
Major shipping companies and tanker operators have began moving vessels more freely once the risk of attack diminished following the two-week ceasefire declared by Iran-US ceasefire. While the ceasefire remains fragile, marine traffic has started moving, though it remains far below pre-crisis level»»»
Bulgaria to Open 493 Polling Stations in 55 Countries for Parliamentary Vote
President Iliana Yotova convened a meeting of institutions responsible for the conduct of the early parliamentary elections on April 19, with a focus on assessing preparedness and ensuring that every vote is properly safeguarded. She stressed that it is essential to evaluate whether the country has»»»
UAE air defences intercept 17 ballistic missiles and 35 UAVs
Abu Dhabi: The Ministry of Defence announced that on 8th April 2026, UAE air defence systems successfully engaged 17 ballistic missile and 35 UAVs launched from Iran. Since the onset of these blatant Iranian attacks, UAE air defences have engaged a total of 537 ballistic missiles, 26 cruise missile»»»