UAE fast-tracks new weight-loss pill, patients to weigh affordability, access
Dubai: The UAE has moved quickly to approve a new generation of weight-loss treatment, positioning itself among the first countries globally to make an oral GLP-1 therapy available. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.The approval of Foundayo (orforgl»»»
German envoy: President al-Sharaa’s visit reflects strong support for Syria
Damascus, Apr.6 (SANA) Germany’s Chargé d’Affaires in Damascus Clemens Hach, said that President Ahmad al-Sharaa’s recent visit to Germany was “historic,” marking the first visit by a Syrian president in nearly five decades, and reflects Germany’s support for Syria in its post-liberation phase towa»»»
Why Did US Bring So Much Hardware and Troops to Rescue One Pilot From Iran?
The US effort to rescue an F-15 pilot downed in Iran could indeed have been a cover for an attempt to seize Iran's uranium stockpile, considering the large number of aircraft, helicopters, and special forces personnel involved, Iranian and Middle Eastern affairs expert Farkhad Ibragimov tells Sputn»»»
US-made explosives planted near TurkStream pipeline delivering Russian gas to Hungary – Serbian spy chief
Explosives found at the weekend near the Serbian extension of the TurkStream pipeline, which delivers Russian gas to Hungary, were US-made, the head of Belgrade’s Military Security Agency (VBA), Duro Jovanic, has said. On Sunday, Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic announced that explosives of “deva»»»
Opinion | Why Kwibuka32 Matters: A Reflection for Egypt and the World
On April 7, Rwanda will mark 32 years since the Genocide against the Tutsi. “Kwibuka”, which means to remember, is an annual period of solemn reflection when we come together to honour the victims, unite in our collective grief and renew our commitment to continue to build a better future for all R»»»
Military Production Minister explores manufacturing partnerships with MSMEDA
Minister of State for Military Production Salah Gamblat met with Bassel Rahmy, CEO of the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise Development Agency (MSMEDA), to discuss expanding cooperation across a range of manufacturing sectors. The Monday meeting comes as part of broader government efforts to creat»»»
Syria open to international arbitration to strengthen investment climate
Damascus, April 6 (SANA) – Director General of the Syrian Investment Authority Talal al-Hilali said Syria’s openness to internationally recognized arbitration mechanisms will help strengthen the country’s business environment and attract foreign capital. Al-Hilali made the remarks following Syria’s»»»
New phase of THAMM+ OFII project to be launched on April 8
Tunis, April 6 (TAP) - The new phase of the THAMM+ OFII project, funded by the European Union, will officially launch on April 8. Implemented by the French Office for Immigration and Integration (OFII) in partnership with the Ministry of Employment...»»»
Education ministry officials check readiness of private nurseries, centers after resumption of in-person classes
DOHA: Assistant Undersecretary for Special Education Affairs Omar Abdulaziz Al Naama, accompanied by a number of officials from the Ministry of Education and Higher Education, conducted field visits to a number of private nurseries and centers to check on their readiness and to ensure the implement»»»
President al-Sharaa discusses cooperation, developments with his French counterpart
Damascus, April 6 (SANA) President Ahmad al-Sharaa received on Monday a phone call from his French counterpart, Emmanuel Macron, during which they discussed bilateral relations and regional developments. The two leaders reviewed the military escalation in the region and its repercussions on securit»»»
Iran Rejects Latest Ceasefire Proposal as Trump Deadline Approaches
Iran on Monday rejected the latest ceasefire proposal and instead said it wants a permanent end to the war, even as US President Donald Trump’s ultimatum loomed for progress to avoid a major escalation in attacks against power plants and bridges. "We won’t merely accept a ceasefire," Mojtaba Ferdou»»»
Qatar Orphan Care Center launches 2026-2030 strategy focused on empowerment
Doha, Qatar: Qatar's Orphan Care Center "Dreama" has launched its 2026-2030 strategy, aimed at strengthening care and empowerment programs for orphans. The launch event was held under the patronage of HE Minister of Social Development and Family Buthaina bint Ali Al Jabr Al Nuaimi, and attended by »»»
Dreama launches 2026-2030 strategy focused on empowerment
Doha Qatar's Orphan Care Center ‘Dreama’ has launched its 2026-2030 strategy aimed at strengthening care and empowerment programs for orphans. The launch event was held under the patronage of Minister of Social Development and Family Buthaina bint Ali Al Jabr Al Nuaimi, and attended by senior offic»»»
Amir, French president discuss impact of regional escalation on global energy supplies
DOHA:His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani has received a telephone call from President of the friendly French Republic HE Emmanuel Macron. During the call, they discussed developments in the region following the continued Iranian aggression against the State o»»»
Lebanon says Israeli strikes hit south Beirut, country's south
Beirut, Lebanon: An Israeli strike hit Beirut's southern suburbs on Monday April 6, 2026, as Israel's army said it was targeting Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah, while Lebanon reported broad strikes in the country's south. AFPTV footage showed smoke billowing across the skyline after the strik»»»
Amir receives phone call from French President
Doha. Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani received a telephone call from President of the French Republic His Excellency Emmanuel Macron. During the call, they discussed developments in the region following the continued Iranian aggression against the State of Qatar, and its repercus»»»
SDRPY Advances Construction of Model Secondary School in Yemen's Seiyun
Work is progressing on the construction and outfitting of Al-Sabban model secondary school in Yemen’s Seiyun, a project implemented by the Saudi Development and Reconstruction Program for Yemen (SDRPY) as part of its ongoing efforts to support the education sector and enhance learning environments »»»
Shura Council reviews sports and youth strategy 2023-2030
Doha, Qatar: Qatar's Shura Council has held its weekly sitting, addressing regional developments and reviewing plans to strengthen the country's sports and youth sectors. The sitting, chaired by the Speaker HE Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim, opened with praise for the Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad »»»
Sharaf DG leads UAE e-waste drive, collects 10,000kg of old electronics through schools
Sharaf DG is leading its National E-Waste Drive by taking it closer to where habits form. By extending the initiative into schools across the UAE, the retailer is engaging students and families, widening participation while cultivating responsible disposal and circular environmental practices as pa»»»
Shura Council welcomes outcomes of Amir's visit to Jeddah, Abu Dhabi, and reviews sports ministry's strategy 2023-2030
DOHA: The Shura Council held its regular weekly session in the Tamim bin Hamad Hall at the council's headquarters, chaired by HE Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim, Speaker of the Council. At the outset of the session, the council welcomed the fraternal visit made last week by His Highness the Amir Shei»»»
Qatar University to hold 49th graduation ceremony on May 4
Doha, Qatar: Under the patronage of the Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, Qatar University (QU) will hold its Graduation Ceremony for male students of Class 2026 on May 4, 2026. In a statement on Monday, QU said the graduation ceremony for female students will be held on May 5, in the presen»»»
OPF rolls out scholarships for overseas Pakistanis’ students
Duba: The Overseas Pakistanis Foundation (OPF) has announced a nationwide scholarship programme for the families of expatriates studying in Pakistan. The move aims at strengthening educational support for Pakistanis living abroad, Launched under the Overseas Pakistanis Education Fund (OPEF), the in»»»
UAE extends Nafis Emiratisation programme to 2040
Abu Dhabi: The UAE will extend its flagship Emiratisation programme Nafis until 2040 and introduce new family-focused benefits aimed at strengthening social stability and supporting Emirati participation in the private sector The move, made in implementation of directives from President His Highnes»»»
Minister of Environment and Climate Change meets Ambassador of France
Doha, Qatar: Minister of Environment and Climate Change HE Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Subaie met with Ambassador of the French Republic to the State of Qatar HE Arnaud Pescheux. During the meeting, they discussed cooperation relations between the two countries, particularly in the fiel»»»
Al Subaie, French envoy discuss bilateral relations in environment, climate change
DOHA: Minister of Environment and Climate Change HE Dr Abdullah bin Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Subaie has met with Ambassador of the French Republic to the State of Qatar HE Arnaud Pescheux. During the meeting, they reviewed relations between the two countries, particularly in the fields of environment»»»
OKAM Capital plans to hand over 1,000 apartments in 2026
OKAM Capital plans to deliver around 1,000 apartments in 2026, focusing on large, mixed-use projects in Warsaw, Łódź, and Katowice. Its flagship development, FSO Park in Warsaw, will transform a 60-hectare former industrial site into a new district with housing, services, schools, and a 10-hectare »»»
PM: Top priority given to securing funding to meet essential needs
Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly said on Sunday, April 5th, 2026, that the government attaches great importance to securing adequate financing to meet the state’s essential needs, along with enhancing partnerships with the business community, improving services and implementing a balanced fiscal pol»»»
Dubai firms are offering rent cuts, cash allowances, free exposure for small businesses– How to apply
Dubai: Dubai’s business community is stepping in to support smaller enterprises amid the war. Businesses are navigating a difficult operating environment marked by rising oil prices, a slowdown in tourism flows, supply chain disruptions, and softer consumer demand. While activity in areas such as t»»»
Oil Prices Fall on US-Iran Receiving Peace Proposal
Oil prices fell more than $2 in choppy trade on Monday, as investors awaited clarity on the status of talks between the US and Iran and remained wary about sustained supply losses due to shipping disruptions. Brent crude futures fell $1.92, or 1.76%, to $107.11 a barrel at 1037 GMT. US West Texas I»»»
Raid Hits Beirut’s Southern Suburbs as Israel Says Striking Hezbollah
An Israeli strike hit Beirut's southern suburbs on Monday as Israel's army said it was targeting Hezbollah, with the raid sending a large plume of smoke billowing across the skyline. The state-run National News Agency (NNA) reported the strike on the Hezbollah stronghold, which has been largely emp»»»
Saudi Local Content Drive Gains Momentum, with Spending, Investment Opportunities Exceeding $352 billion
Saudi Arabia’s push to boost local content gathered pace between 2019 and 2023, with cumulative corporate procurement spending reaching about SAR 683 billion ($182.1 billion), while investment opportunities developed under the Local Content Coordination Council exceeded SAR 640 billion ($170.6 bill»»»
Another deadline, another delay: Do Trump’s Iran threats still carry weight?
Dubai: US President Donald Trump’s repeated ultimatums to Iran over the Strait of Hormuz are beginning to raise a different question — not what happens if the deadline passes, but whether anyone still believes it will. For more than two weeks, Trump has issued a series of time-bound threats demandi»»»
UAE workforce to grow 12% with 1 million new jobs by 2030
Dubai: The UAE will need to add around one million new workers by 2030 as economic expansion, digital transformation and artificial intelligence adoption accelerate, according to a new report by ServiceNow and Pearson, with experts saying the shift will significantly reshape investment priorities, »»»
Sharjah festival draws crowds, gives away 2 Nissan Patrols
Dubai: Sharjah wrapped up its Ramadan Festival promotions with two Nissan Patrol SUVs awarded to winners, alongside more than 90 prizes distributed during closing events in Al Dhaid and Fili. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The draws took place at Souq Shari’at Al Dhai»»»
Explosives discovered near gas pipeline to Hungary, says Serbia's president
Powerful explosives were found near the Balkan Stream pipeline in Serbia that carries Russian gas to Hungary, the leaders of the two countries said on Sunday, triggering political scrutiny in Hungary days before a national election. Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said the army and police »»»
UAE reviews Dh6 billion highway and mass transit plans linking Dubai, Sharjah, and Ajman
Dubai: The UAE Infrastructure and Housing Council has reviewed major transport and infrastructure projects aimed at strengthening connectivity between emirates and supporting future urban growth, during its first meeting of 2026 chaired by Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Inf»»»
Saudi Arabia Launches ‘Shams,’ 1st Arab Satellite to Monitor Space Weather from Distant Orbit
The Saudi Space Agency announced the successful launch of its new satellite, Shams, and established contact with it as part of the Artemis II mission, marking the Kingdom’s emergence as both the leading Arab partner in the program and the first to deploy a dedicated national mission to study space »»»
Abu Dhabi reinforces supply chain resilience and business continuity at Traders–Decision Makers Forum
Government officials reaffirmed, during the Traders–Decision Makers Forum recently organized by the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the emirate’s ongoing efforts to support business continuity, strengthen supply chains and the flow of goods, and reinforce Abu Dhabi’s ability to navigate»»»
UAE private schools move enrolment fully online for next academic year
Dubai: Private schools across the UAE have confirmed that enrolment for the upcoming academic year is continuing smoothly through fully digital registration systems, allowing parents to complete applications, assessments and seat reservations online. School administrators said registration is being»»»
US lost two jets during strikes on Iran, with rescue efforts ongoing
Two US military aircraft were shot down by Iranian fire on Friday, as the US and Israel continue their strikes. The incident resulted in a successful high-risk search-and-rescue mission deep inside Iranian territory. The losses occurred less than 48 hours after US President Donald Trump announced t»»»
ICAP People Solutions expands international presence with new offices in Romania
ICAP People Solutions, a member of ICAP Outsourcing Solutions Group, one of the leading providers of integrated Human Resources solutions in Southeastern Europe, announces the launch of its new offices in Romania, further strengthening its international footprint and supporting business growth in o»»»
AICPA & CIMA and PLM Financial Advisory launch Finance Emiratisation Think Tank to support Emirati Finance Academy
AICPA & CIMA and UAE-based PLM Financial Advisory have announced the formation of the Finance Emiratisation Think Tank, a practitioner-led advisory board established to direct and govern the rollout of the Emirati Finance Academy Powered by CIMA across the UAE. The Think Tank held its inaugural boa»»»
South Korea Says ‘Credible Intelligence’ Indicates North Korean Leader’s Daughter Is Successor
South Korea's spy agency now believes North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's teenage daughter has been positioned as his successor, lawmakers said on Monday, citing a recent public display of her driving a tank that was likely intended to dispel any doubts. The National Intelligence Service (NIS) told l»»»
Pessimism Grows over Iraq’s Prospects for Resuming Oil Exports
A growing number of Iraqi oil and economic experts are voicing pessimism about the country’s ability to resume crude exports via the Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz, despite Iran’s announcement of an “exception” allowing Iraqi shipments to pass as those of a “friendly country”. Iraq has suffered a sh»»»
Jassim and Hamad bin Jassim Charitable Foundation’s projects reach 342,973 beneficiaries in 2025
- Sheikh Jabor bin Yousuf bin Jassim Al Thani: Charitable work is a noble mission and a responsibility that requires innovation and sustainability - Saeed Mudhkir Al Hajri: Sustainability reflects the importance of the foundation’s initiatives at both civilizational and humanitarian levels - 342,97»»»
New tourism boost coming soon, UAE minister says
Dubai: Support for the UAE’s tourism sector is being stepped up, with authorities preparing a fresh package aimed at easing pressure on an industry facing disruption from regional tensions. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.“We are supporting the tourism sector, we are s»»»
QU marks World Autism Awareness Day, highlights technological innovation
Doha, Qatar: In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day, observed annually on the second of April under the theme, ‘Autism and Humanity – Every Life Matters,’ Qatar University (QU) marked the occasion by highlighting its academic and research efforts aimed at supporting individuals with autism sp»»»
Qatari Society of Al Gannas participates in 8th Ethnosport Forum in Turkiye
Ankara: The Qatari Society of Al Gannas participated in the 8th Ethnosport Forum, held in Antalya, the Republic of Turkey, from April 3 to 5, under the theme "Ethnosports 2027: Local to Globe." The Society was represented by Ali bin Khatem Al Mahshadi, President of the Qatari Society of Al Gannas a»»»
Qatar showing institutional readiness, stability amid regional uncertainty: QRDI
Doha, Qatar: QRDI Council has said that during this period of regional uncertainty Qatar continues strong institutional readiness and stability in responding to evolving developments. QRDI Council underpins its work in advancing Qatar’s innovation and scientific research agenda and supporting natio»»»
On This Day, April 6: Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints founded - UPI.com
On April 6, 1830, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, originally known as the Church of Christ, was founded between three groups of followers in Fayette, Manchester and Colesville, N.Y. 1 of 5 | On April 6, 1830, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, originally known as the »»»