Qatar Airways further revises flight schedules to more than 120 destinations
Doha, Qatar: Qatar Airways has published its latest revised schedule, reflecting the gradual increase in flights to, and from, Doha to more than 120 destinations by mid-May 2026, across the airline’s global network. All flights to, and from, Doha continue to operate through dedicated flight corrido»»»
US judge orders suspension of Trump's White House ballroom construction
A federal judge on Tuesday ordered the Trump administration to halt construction of a $400 million White House ballroom after demolition of the East Wing, ruling the project cannot proceed without congressional approval. US District Judge Richard Leon granted a preliminary injunction sought by a pr»»»
Artemis 2: What to know about first crewed Moon mission in half a century
NASA's Artemis II mission will send four astronauts circling around the Moon in humanity's first crewed lunar mission since 1972 – and the first to feature a woman. Its main goal is to prepare for the return of boots on the Moon in 2028. Here's what to know about the highly anticipated mission»»»
QatarEnergy statement on missile attack on oil tanker
Doha, Qatar: QatarEnergy confirmed that the Aqua 1, a fuel oil tanker chartered to QatarEnergy, was the subject of a missile attack in the northern territorial waters of the State of Qatar in the early morning hours of Wednesday, April 1, 2026. None of the crew members on board were injured, and th»»»
Middle East live: Houthis claim missile attack on Israel as Trump says Iran war to end within weeks
Yemen's Houthis on Wednesday claimed a missile attack against Israel that they said was launched jointly with their backer Iran and Lebanon's Hezbollah – the third such attack since they entered the war. US President Donald Trump was set to address the nation, a day after saying US milita»»»
‘Blatantly racist’: Death penalty law among 'worst legislation' in Israeli parliamentary history
Carys Garland is pleased to welcome Bentzi Sykora, Policy Director at Zulat for Equality and Human Rights. He observes profound tension within Israeli democracy, a moment shaped by trauma, political opportunism, and a struggle over constitutional values. As Policy Director of the Zulat Institute, »»»
As US pursues 'maximalist demands', Iran relies on four decades of asymmetric warfare
Carys Garland is pleased to welcome Ali Vaez, Director of the Iran Project & International Crisis Group Senior Advisor. He examines the evolving dynamics of the confrontation between the US, Israel, and Iran. Military escalation risks triggering systemic regional and global consequences, while »»»
Death penalty law 'a deep stain on the law books of the state of Israel'
François Picard is pleased to welcome Dr. Gershon Baskin, former hostage negotiator and Director of the International Communities Organisation. As someone deeply embedded in the realities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, he argues that recent developments, including the proposed death penalty l»»»
Macron Lauds Europe’s ‘Predictability’ in Seeming Contrast to Trump
French President Emmanuel Macron praised Europe's "predictability" during a visit to Japan on Wednesday, contrasting it with countries that "could hurt you without even informing you" in an apparent swipe at Donald Trump. The US president lashed out at France on Tuesday, writing on social media tha»»»
Yemen's Houthis Claim 3rd Missile Attack Targeting Israel
Yemen's Houthis on Wednesday claimed a missile attack against Israel that they said was launched jointly with their backer Iran and Lebanon's Hezbollah group -- the third such attack by the militias since they entered the Middle East war. Earlier on Wednesday, Israel's military said its air defense»»»
Macron arrives in Japan on visit dominated by economic consequences of Iran war
French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday arrived in Japan for a visit expected to be dominated by the economic fallout of the Middle East war. France and Japan have said they stand ready to take "all necessary measures" to ensure the stability of global energy markets. French President Emmanuel »»»
Qatar targeted by three cruise missiles: Defence Ministry
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Defence announced that the State of Qatar was targeted today, April 1, 2026, by three cruise missiles launched from Iran. "Our armed forces, by the grace of Allah, successfully intercepted two of the cruise missiles, while the third missile struck an oil tanker leased t»»»
On This Day, April 1: Hitler imprisoned for Beer Hall Putsch - UPI.com
On April 1, 1924, Adolf Hitler was sent to prison for five years after failing to take over Germany by force in the unsuccessful "Beer Hall Putsch." 1 of 5 | The defendants in the Beer Hall Putsch trial pose for a photo in Munich, Germany, on the last day of the trial, April 1, 1924. From left are »»»
Bulgaria's Acting PM Signed the Right Agreement at the Wrong Time for All the Wrong Reasons
Acting Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov flew to Kyiv, signed a 10-year defense cooperation agreement with Volodymyr Zelensky, and flew back. On paper, a straightforward show of solidarity with real strategic substance. In practice, he attached enough additional baggage to the visit to hand nearly every»»»
Hidden seismic faults found beneath Saronic Gulf
Scientists have uncovered new active seismic faults beneath the Saronic Gulf, along with underwater landslides that signal ongoing seismic activity, according to research conducted under the Saronicos Project. The initiative, funded by the Athanasios Laskaridis Foundation, examines the seafloor’s s»»»
World Bank supports Romania with development policy loan worth 650 million USD
The World Bank's (WB) Board of Executive Directors approved on Monday a Development Policy Loan (DPL) worth 650 million USD, designed to support Romanian Government's efforts to strengthen fiscal sustainability, boost the development of private sector and foster job creation, according to a release»»»
NBR: Quarterly reference index for consumer loands 5.58% per annum
The reference index for consumer loans (IRCC) stands at 5.58% per annum, down from the 5.68% per annum index published three months ago, according to data released on Tuesday by the National Bank of Romania (NBR).The index is calculated as the arithmetic average of the daily interest rates of inter»»»
JusMin Marinescu meets US Ambassador Nirenberg: cybercrime, human trafficking and asset recovery on the agenda
The Minister of Justice, Radu Marinescu, met on Tuesday with the United States Ambassador to Bucharest, Darryl Nirenberg, with whom he discussed, among other issues, combating cybercrime, human trafficking, and asset recovery.According to a press release sent on Tuesday, the discussions focused on »»»
U.S. ambassador to Bucharest: Our partnership has never been stronger, we aim to advance economic opportunities
The partnership between the United States of America and Romania has never been stronger and more important, said Darryl Nirenberg, the U.S. Ambassador to Bucharest, in an interview with the AGERPRES National Press Agency.The American diplomat emphasized that Romania "is an incredible partner of th»»»
EU Commissioner Minzatu: South-Eastern EU member states, candidate countries need to be more active and more vocal
Countries in South-East Europe that are already EU members, as well as candidate countries, need to play a more active role, become more vocal, and contribute to key directions in economic and political projects for a stronger Europe, Roxana Minzatu, Executive Vice-President of the European Commiss»»»
US Ambassador Nirenberg: Romania has the potential to play a key role in energy security in Europe
The United States Ambassador to Bucharest, Darryl Nirenberg, said on Tuesday that Romania has the potential to play a key role in energy security in Europe.The high US official said that President Trump has signed an executive order highlighting the importance of energy, particularly in the context»»»
PM Bolojan: EU's eastern border must be stronger; we need to strengthen both military and economic security
The European Union's eastern border must be strengthened in the coming years through a combination of enhanced military and economic security, as one cannot function effectively without the other, Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan said on Tuesday.He is taking part in the Government Roundtable entitled 'S»»»
Albanian PM: Aims to conclude EU accession talks by 2027, join by decade's end
Albania aims to conclude its European Union accession negotiations by 2027 and join the bloc by the end of the decade, Prime Minister Edi Rama said on Tuesday in Bucharest.Albania and Montenegro are committed to European values, the Albanian prime minister said at the Economist Romania Government R»»»
Moldovan PM: Country hit by energy supply disruptions, river pollution, rising prices
The Republic of Moldova is facing multiple crises triggered by the conflicts in Ukraine and the Gulf, Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu said on Tuesday in Bucharest.The country is affected by rising prices, disruptions to energy supply, river pollution and incursions into its airspace by drones, th»»»
Defence minister: Government expects transparency from private sector in SAFE negotiations
Defence Minister Radu Miruta said on Tuesday that the government seeks fair and transparent cooperation with the private sector, but expects the same level of transparency in return, referring to ongoing negotiations on projects under the SAFE programme.Miruta took part in the Romania Government Ro»»»
Presidential Administration hosted the roundtable "Addictions in children and adolescents”
Romania cannot afford to lose another child and every child or young person who manages to stay connected to life, to themselves, and to others is a victory not only for a family, but for the entire society, Mirabela Gradinaru said on Tuesday at the roundtable "Addictions in children and adolescent»»»
Romanian Air Force - new Enhanced Air Policing mission in Baltic airspace
The Romanian Air Force began a new Enhanced Air Policing mission in the Baltic airspace on Monday, as part of Romania's commitment to NATO's collective security, the Ministry of National Defence informs on Tuesday.According to a press release sent on Tuesday, the 'Carpathian Vipers' detachment, con»»»
Defence minister: NATO has capacity to deter attacks on its territory
NATO member states have the capacity to demonstrate that attacking Alliance territory is not a viable option, Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Radu Miruta said on Tuesday.He took part in the Romania Government Roundtable - South-east Europe's next leap forward, organised by The Economist »»»
ForMin Toiu attends informal meeting of the Foreign Affairs Council in Kyiv
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Oana Toiu, reiterated Romania's support for Ukraine, at the informal meeting of the Foreign Affairs Council held in Kiev, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MAE) reported on Tuesday."Minister Oana Toiu reiterated Romania's support for Ukraine, pointing out that Europe»»»
President Dan had a meeting, at Cotroceni Palace, with European Commissioner Apostolos Tzitzikostas
Romania still needs to develop its transport infrastructure at the national level, including the completion of three major highway projects, President Nicusor Dan said on Tuesday.The three projects he mentioned in a Facebook message are the A1 Sibiu-Pitesti, which connects with Central Europe, the »»»
Nicusor Dan , meeting with the president of the European Court of Accounts
President Nicusor Dan received Tony Murphy, the president of the European Court of Accounts at Cotroceni Palace on Tuesday. Tony Murphy is paying an official visit to Romania. On that occasion, the head of state pleaded for the adoption of an ambitious European budget, reflecting present and future»»»
Nicusor Dan receives premier Alexandru Munteanu
President Nicusor Dan assured Moldova's premier Alexandru Munteanu on Tuesday, that the Republic of Moldova can permanently count on Romania's support, either for the accession to EU, ensuring energy security or increasing resilience to hybrid threats. The head of the Romanian state received at Cot»»»
Trump Lashes Out at France, UK Over their Stance on Iran War
US President Donald Trump has attacked America's allies, particularly France and the UK, over their reluctance to get involved in the Iran war. In a post on his social media company Truth Social, Trump blamed France for being “VERY UNHELPFUL” in the killing of Iran’s then-Supreme Leader Ali Khamene»»»
Israel Medics Say 11-Year-Old Wounded After Iran Missile Fire
Israel's emergency medical service said an 11-year-old girl was in serious condition after a missile attack that the military blamed on Iran and police said caused damage at several sites. The military said it had "identified missiles launched from Iran towards the territory of the State of Israel"»»»
Advanced microsurgical spine procedure at Aisha Bint Hamad Al Attiyah Hospital restores mobility to 56-year-old
Doha, Qatar: The Orthopedic Surgery team at HMC’s Aisha Bint Hamad Al Attiyah Hospital (AAH), successfully performed a precise microsurgical spinal canal decompression on a 56-year-old patient who had suffered for years from chronic pain and severe difficulty in movement due to spinal canal stenosi»»»
Kyrgyzstan and Turkey discuss development of industrial cooperation - | 24.KG
Kyrgyzstan’s Trade Representative in Turkey, Chingiz Esengul uulu, met with Orhan Aydin, Chairman of the Board of OSTİM, the Organized Industrial Zone of the Middle East Center for Industry and Trade. The press service of the Ministry of Economy reported. According to the press service, during the »»»
Former MP Kunduzbek Sulaimanov detained by SCNS officers - | 24.KG
The State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan (SCNS) reported the discovery of violations during the preparatory phase of Kambar-Ata-1 hydropower plant project as part of its anti-corruption efforts in the energy sector. Following investigative and operational activities, former Zhogorku »»»
Labour Minister chairs panel on workforce planning
Minister of Labour and Chair of the Workforce Planning Committee (WPC), H E Dr. Ali bin Smaikh Al Marri, chaired yesterday the Committee’s regular meeting, which discussed progress on initiatives and projects under the National Development Strategy for an effective and highly productive workforce. »»»
MoCI recalls FORD Taurus, Flex, Explorer, Mustang, Fusion and LINCOLN MKT, MKZ 2015- 2016 models
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI), in cooperation with Almana Motors Company, Qatar’s Ford and Lincoln, has announced the recall of Ford Taurus, Flex, Explorer, Mustang, Fusion and Lincoln MKT, MKZ 2015- 2016 models. The recall is due to the potential a blank or distorted im»»»
UAE launches ‘Basma 15’ initiative to bring Emirates ID services directly to schools
Dubai: The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP) has launched "Basma 15", a proactive government initiative aimed at simplifying identity services for students aged 15 and above by bringing key procedures directly to schools. Under the programme, specialised »»»
On International Bird Day, Ecologist Highlights Bird Poisoning as Major Issue in Bulgaria
Bird poisoning in Bulgaria is a major problem because it poses a serious risk, especially to populations of endangered species such as the Egyptian vulture and the cinereous vulture, Dimitar Gradinarov of the Bulgarian Society for the Protection of Birds (BSPB) told BTA in connection with recent ca»»»
Japan’s LNG diversification will not shield it against global price spikes
Despite government assurances that Japan is insulated from the direct impacts of a Strait of Hormuz closure, Tokyo remains painfully exposed to LNG price fluctuations. As it stands, Japan’s LNG import bill is poised to sur»»»
Japan’s LNG diversification will not shield it against global price spikes
Despite government assurances that Japan is insulated from the direct impacts of a Strait of Hormuz closure, Tokyo remains painfully exposed to LNG price fluctuations. As it stands, Japan’s LNG import bill is poised to sur»»»
Direct and remote technical hiring: A structured model for growing teams
Doha, Qatar: In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, companies are no longer focused solely on delivering a single technical project. Instead, they are building specialized teams capable of sustaining long-term growth and continuously developing systems and services. As organizations expand »»»
HMC honours staff from Qatar Foundation for Social Work over awareness initiative for social workers
Doha, Qatar: Hamad Medical Corporation’s (HMC) Corporate Social Service in collaboration with the Corporate Communications Department organised a ceremony honouring Qatar Foundation for Social Work (QSW) and its employees who participated in an initiative of awareness sessions for social workers at»»»
Al Rayyan, Al Wajba book final showdown
Doha, Qatar: Al Rayyan and Al Wajba booked their places in the final of the third edition of the Al Thumama Ramadan Football Tournament at the Al Furjan Stadium in Al Thumama. In the semi-finals, Al Rayyan defeated Al Shaab 4-0 while Al Wajba secured a 3-0 win over Al Raya Medical. Al Shaab and Al »»»