The Emergencies, Crises and Disasters Management Centre Abu Dhabi (ADCMC), in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Youth Council, has launched the “Abu Dhabi Youth in Emergency Response” initiative. It aims to strengthen preparedness and reinforce the role of society as an active partner in the respons»»»

Japan and France agreed on Wednesday to coordinate closely on efforts to end the war in Iran and reopen the Strait of Hormuz to oil and gas tankers, as US President Donald Trump said Washington would play no role in securing the vital waterway. Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said after talk»»»

1 of 6 | President Donald Trump departs the U.S. Supreme Court as the justices hear oral arguments in his administration's attempt to limit birthright citizenship in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo April 1 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump took the unusual ste»»»

The political noise around the agreement signed by Acting Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov and President Volodymyr Zelensky on March 30 in Kyiv has largely drowned out what the document actually says. The caretaker government has since published the full text, and the picture it paints is considerably »»»

Tunis, April 1 (TAP) - The Consulate General of the Republic of Tunisia in Paris announced the launch of the "WIDU.africa" programme, aimed at supporting the creation and development of small and medium-sized enterprises, with a view to contributing...»»»

The assassination of senior Hezbollah commander Youssef Hashem at dawn on Wednesday has laid bare signs of security breaches the group had previously said it had resolved before the latest war. It has also exposed a mix of advanced techniques and what sources describe as Israeli data originating fr»»»

Hey, good news! The EU has found a new source of desperately needed gas amid the current energy crunch. The bad news? It’s in the US. So it will serve America, first. With Europe getting any sloppy seconds that Daddy Trump feels like overcharging it for when he isn’t threatening to invade. It’ll be»»»

DOHA: As part of its efforts to enhance the implementation of excise tax and streamline related procedures, the General Tax Authority (GTA) launched the excise tax warehouse licensing service, with plans to expand the scope of the service at a later stage to include other eligible entities. This se»»»

The Saudi Ports Authority “Mawani” has announced the commencement of container terminal operations at Jubail Commercial Port under a privatization contract with Saudi Global Ports (SGP), backed by private sector investments exceeding SAR2 billion ($533 million). The new move is in line with the obj»»»

In a landmark step in Dubai’s digital transformation journey, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, announced that the emirate has entered a new era in which »»»

The Raben Group is celebrating 35 years of presence in the Polish transport and logistics market. Since launching its operations on April 1, 1991, the company has consistently developed its competencies, building a strong position as one of the leaders in the TSL sector. This anniversary coincides »»»

Tunis, April 1 (TAP) - The National Benefits-Granting Committee under the Agricultural Investment Promotion Agency (French: APIA) approved, on March 31, five investment operations worth TND 9.43 million. These projects will be carried out in five...»»»

Queen Camilla, King Charles III, President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump pose at Windsor Castle during the Trumps' state visit to England in September. Charles and Camilla will come to the United States for a state visit in late April, and Charles has been invited to address a joint mee»»»

Dubai has introduced a package of transport-related incentives, including fee exemptions and discounts, aimed at supporting families and enhancing quality of life, authorities said. The initiative, aligned with the National Family Growth Agenda 2031, follows an agreement between the Ministry of Fam»»»

Bulgarian Prime Minister Andrey Gurov and US Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle met on Wednesday to discuss opportunities for the accelerated development of the Vertical Gas Corridor as a key element of energy and economic security in Southeastern Europe, the government information service sai»»»

France expects its plans for a €70bn expansion of its nuclear energy industry will be a “major contributor” to the EU’s electricity production, Paris said after the EU Commission announced a state aid probe into the project on Tuesday (31 March). “France’s new nuclear energy sector will, in the com»»»

This performance reflects the group’s ability to anticipate farmers’ needs and adapt its business model accordingly, in an increasingly volatile economic environment where access to liquidity and cost control have become essential for the continuity of agricultural operations. After two difficult y»»»

DOHA: Qatar's Shafallah Center for Persons with Disabilities has marked World Autism Awareness Day with an event highlighting inclusion and human dignity. The event, held under the theme 'Autism and Humanity – Every Life Has Value', aimed to raise awareness of autism spectrum disorder and promote g»»»

Lille, France: Two migrants died Wednesday while trying to cross the Channel to Britain, French maritime authorities said. Rescue services responded to eight people in distress following an attempt to board a vessel on the northern French coast, according to the maritime prefecture for the Channel »»»

Democratic Party parliamentary group has sent an official letter to foreign embassies in Tirana, calling for close monitoring of an upcoming Supreme Court hearing scheduled for 9 April. In the letter, signed by Gazment Bardhi, opposition lawmakers express concern over a potential review of the long»»»

Sharjah: The American University of Sharjah (AUS) on Wednesday announced extension of online learning for the remainder of the semester. In a heartfelt message to the AUS community, Chancellor Dr Tod Laursen acknowledged the toll the uncertainty had taken and said the university had heard its stude»»»

Israel’s Defense Ministry has announced retaliatory steps against France after US President Donald Trump openly criticized the European NATO member for refusing to allow access to its airspace for arms shipments being delivered to the Middle East. Posting on Truth Social on Tuesday, Trump described»»»

The future of the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) is under renewed scrutiny after US President Donald Trump signalled he is considering pulling Washington out of the alliance, amid growing tensions with European partners over the Iran conflict. Trump’s remarks — coupled with warnings from»»»

Doha: The State of Qatar participated in the 43rd session of the Council of Arab Interior Ministers, held Wednesday via videoconference. Minister of State for Interior Affairs HE Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Faisal bin Mohammed Al-Thani led the State of Qatar's delegation participating in the session. Duri»»»

Dubai: As tensions continue to unfold across the region, many Emiratis say their sense of security and trust in the nation’s leadership remains unwavering. Across the UAE, citizens describe a climate of calm resilience, with daily life continuing as normal and communities standing firmly united beh»»»

President Emmanuel Macron said on Wednesday France had not been consulted and wasn't taking part in the war against Iran, after U.S. leader Donald Trump criticized the country's overflight ban on planes carrying military supplies for the conflict. "It is absolutely true that France, which has not b»»»

Sharjah has introduced remote working for employed mothers in the government sector, aiming to support work-life balance and family stability, officials said. Hesham Suhail Al Qahtani, Director of HR Systems at the Sharjah Department of Human Resources, said the new policy allows working mothers wi»»»

The National Oil Corporation (NOC) announced yesterday the completion of comprehensive maintenance work on the crude oil export pipeline connecting the Sharara fields to the tank farm at the Zawia refinery. The pipeline had been shut down due to a fire at valve number 13 at kilometre 538 caused by »»»

At a time when regional tensions are casting a shadow over global markets, Dubai’s latest economic stimulus could not have come at a better moment. The approval of Dh1 billion in incentives by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Ministe»»»

In a declaration read from Parliament's rostrum on behalf of Vazrazhdane on Wednesday, party leader Kostadin Kostadinov said that they would alert the prosecution service over a government decision to allocate BGN 34 million to Ukraine, as well as a ten-year cooperation agreement signed with Ukrain»»»

No other country in Europe matches Ukraine’s support for the Bulgarian diaspora on its territory said caretaker Minister of Education Sergei Ignatov at a briefing at the Council of Ministers here on Wednesday. He was speaking regarding the signed Protocol between the Ministry of Education and Scien»»»

Tunis, April 1, 2026 (TAP) – The Agency for the Promotion of Industry and Innovation (APII), in partnership with the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), launched Wednesday the "THINK GREEN" program, a new initiative supporting green...»»»

Iran’s supreme leader vowed Wednesday his nation will continue to support anti-Israeli forces in the Mideast. The message from Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, like others since he was named Iran’s new supreme leader, came in a statement read on air by a state television anchor. "I firmly declare that t»»»

Dubai: ADNOC has reinforced its business continuity framework to ensure stable energy supply, with senior leadership reviewing preparedness measures amid ongoing regional tensions. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Pri»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Social Development and Family has announced the launch of a unified digital platform for all its public services, marking a significant step in its digital transformation efforts and commitment to improving accessibility and efficiency. The new platform consolidates the»»»

The Council of Ministers has designated the Energy Minister as Bulgaria’s competent authority under Regulation (EU) 2024/1787 on the reduction of methane emissions in the energy sector, the Government Information Service said on Wednesday. The State Agency for Metrological and Technical Surveillanc»»»

Dubai: The Dubai Autism Center (DAC) has introduced a pioneering “dynamic approach” to education and rehabilitation, becoming the first specialised institution in the Middle East to implement such a model. The move signals a shift away from conventional support systems towards a more responsive fra»»»

Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, visited Grand Mills, a leading national food manufacturing company, to review local flour production, distribution operations and the UAE’s strategic food reserves, officials said. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News ap»»»

Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjarto has condemned "foreign interference" in the country's election campaign, following the release of wiretapped telephone conversations with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, Telex.hu wrote on March 31. »»»

Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjarto has condemned "foreign interference" in the country's election campaign, following the release of wiretapped telephone conversations with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, Telex.hu wrote on March 31. »»»

Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjarto has condemned "foreign interference" in the country's election campaign, following the release of wiretapped telephone conversations with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, Telex.hu wrote on March 31. »»»

Paris, through its diplomatic channels and its Minister of Defense, has conveyed very serious warnings to Beirut about the deteriorating situation on the ground and its tendency towards further escalation, sources told the Nidaa al-Watan newspaper in remarks published Wednesday. The information ind»»»

Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjarto has condemned "foreign interference" in the country's election campaign, following the release of wiretapped telephone conversations with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, Telex.hu wrote on March 31. »»»

The U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments Wednesday in a case over an executive order signed by President Donald Trump that would end birthright citizenship in the United States File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI. | License Photo April 1 (UPI) -- The U.S. Supreme Court is hearing oral arguments in a ca»»»

Dubai: The UAE is stepping up oversight of its food supply chain, with authorities closely monitoring production, stock levels and distribution networks to ensure stable access to essential goods across the country. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Abdulla bin Touq Al M»»»

At its regular meeting on Wednesday, the caretaker government approved funding for the Council of Ministers for 2026 in the amount of EUR 713,412 for capital expenditures, for the Bulgarian Orthodox Diocese in Western and Central Europe, in connection with the purchase of a church and an adjacent b»»»

Marek Noetzel, who officially takes the helm of NEPI Rockcastle today as CEO, has announced the new composition of the company’s Executive Committee, including the promotion of Anca Nacu to the position of Chief Investment Officer and Justyna Bartosz to the role of Group Leasing Director. These app»»»

French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday hailed Europe's "predictability" in "times likes these" during a meeting with Japanese business leaders in Tokyo, appearing to contrast the continent's consistency with the erratic conduct of the US president's administration. French President Emma»»»

Dubai: A new step to strengthen the foster care system has been taken as the Department of Community Development (DCD) in Abu Dhabi has granted a licence to the Foster Families Association. The public benefit organisation has been set to operate as a community-driven entity, promoting a culture of »»»

The news of caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gurov signing a ten-year security agreement with Ukraine during a Bulgarian delegation’s visit to Kyiv on Tuesday dominates Wednesday's news media. POLITICS 24 Chasa’s headline reads that President Iliana Iotova reacted strongly to the agreement’s signing»»»