Gulf News 15m

Dubai’s resilience faces its toughest global test yet

Dubai: Dubai has, over the past two decades, demonstrated a consistent ability to navigate global financial crises and a pandemic. The current climate, however, feels distinct. There is a palpable gravity to today’s global headlines, yet on the ground in the UAE, the atmosphere remains one of focus»»»

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Qatar Tribune 16m

Qatar does not view mediation as a matter of media visibility or international competition: Al Khulaifi

ANTALYA: Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE Dr Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al Khulaifi participated in a high-level session on the sidelines of the fifth Antalya Diplomacy Forum titled 'Emerging Partnerships in International Mediation for Peace'. In his remarks during the session, D»»»

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The Peninsula 22m

Thousands of Croatians protest seeking higher wages, pensions

Zagreb, Croatia:Thousands of Croatians protested Saturday, April 18, 2026, in the capital Zagreb to demand higher salaries and pensions amid rising inflation in the EU nation in recent months. The protest dubbed "Croatia Together for Higher Wages and Pensions" was held as the country in March regis»»»

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Al Awsat 28m

Trump Says Iran Cannot 'Blackmail Us' with Strait of Hormuz

US President Donald Trump on Saturday warned Iran not to "blackmail" Washington with its flip-flopping on the fate of the Strait of Hormuz, after Tehran declared the strategic waterway once again closed. "We're talking to them. They wanted to close up the strait again -- you know, as they've been d»»»

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RT 28m

Britain is turning into a Zionist police state to protect Israel

Imagine you know about a brutal gang of serial killers openly committing one sadistic crime after the other. Imagine you recognize your obvious moral obligation to do something to stop or at least impede these crimes as best you can, but your country’s morally perverse and politically corrupt autho»»»

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RT 28m

Israel publishes top ten anti-Semitic influencers list

Israel’s Ministry for Diaspora Affairs and Combating Antisemitism has published its list of top ten “anti-Semite and anti-Zionist” influencers for 2025. Six of the ten “influencers” are based in the US, including American conservative journalist Tucker Carlson, far-right activist Nick Fuentes, and »»»

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RT 28m

‘Pretty serious stuff’: Trump promises answers to deaths of US scientists

US President Donald Trump has ordered an investigation into the mysterious deaths and disappearances of nearly a dozen American scientists with access to some of the nation’s most closely guarded nuclear and space secrets. The cases have fueled online speculation ranging from foreign espionage to a»»»

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RT 28m

RT’s complete guide to the Bulgarian election

Bulgarians are about to vote in the country’s eighth election in five years. Unpopular caretaker governments have come and gone, and now victory looks almost certain for former president, Ukraine skeptic and left-winger Rumen Radev. Read more Battle for Bulgaria: The EU opens a new front in its ele»»»

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Gulf News 29m

Watch: “We love you” as Sheikh Mohammed surprises diners in Dubai

Dubai: Diners at Sushi Samba Dubai expected an evening of skyline views and Nikkei cuisine. What they did not expect was the quiet arrival of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and the spontaneous swell of applause that followed»»»

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Al Manar 31m

Hezbollah Denies Any Connection to Clash with UNIFIL in Ghandouriya, Warns against Throwing Accusations - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah Denies Any Connection to Clash with UNIFIL in Ghandouriya, Warns against Throwing Accusations 18-04-2026 17:45 PM Hezbollah State»»»

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The Peninsula 34m

UK police probe attack on ex-Jewish charity premises

London: UK counter-terror police were on Saturday investigating an arson attack on a London building that was formerly used by a Jewish charity, following similar incidents in recent weeks. No one was injured in the fire late Friday in Hendon, in the northwest of Britain's capital, the Metropolitan»»»

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Al Awsat 40m

When Does Peace become the Rule Rather than the Exception?

It has become common among analysts to say that the world has entered a new global order, where the logic of “might makes right” has replaced the “power of right,” and the old rules-based international system has faded. International relations are increasingly managed through power and influence ra»»»

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UPI 41m

Iran blocks Strait of Hormuz, fires on commercial ships - UPI.com

The Strait of Hormuz is closed again, this time by Iran. Two ships have reported being fired on in the strait Saturday. File Photo by Divyakant Solanki/EPA April 18 (UPI) -- Just one day after the Strait of Hormuz was declared open, Iran has blocked the passage again, citing "breach of promise" by »»»

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Al Manar 43m

Iranian Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref: The Strait of Hormuz is under Iranian control, and either they will give us our rights at the negotiating table or we will take them on the battlefield - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Iranian Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref: The Strait of Hormuz is under Iranian control, and either they will give us our rights at the ne»»»

Sputnik 46m

Iran to Consider US Blockade of Strait of Hormuz as Violating Ceasefire - Security Council

TEHRAN (Sputnik) - Iran will view any US maritime blockade of the Strait of Hormuz as a violation of the ceasefire, the Supreme National Security Council of Iran said on Saturday. "As long as the United States intends to obstruct the passage of vessels using methods such as a maritime blockade, Ira»»»

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Sputnik 46m

Russia's Rosatom Ready to Transfer Enriched Uranium From Iran – CEO

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russian state nuclear corporation Rosatom is ready to assist in transferring enriched uranium from Iran, while the issue of the Iranian enriched uranium remains key and painful issue during talks between the United States and Iran, the company's CEO Alexey Likhachev said on Satur»»»

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MIA 52m

Average GDP up 3.5 percent six quarters running: PM

Skopje, 17 April 2026 (MIA) - Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski said Friday the rise of industry turnover is solid and tops the region, notes there are challenges in the mining industry and adds the Government will do everything to keep the mines open. "Considering the situation in Europe and acros»»»

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The Peninsula 54m

Lebanon president, PM discuss readiness for Israel talks

Beirut, Lebanon: Lebanon's president and prime minister discussed on Saturday, April 18, 2026, preparations for the first direct negotiations with Israel in decades, as southerners headed home after the ceasefire in the Israel-Hezbollah war. In a statement, the office of President HH Joseph Aoun sa»»»

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Al Manar 56m

Zionist enemy continues violating ceasefire in South Lebanon, bombarding the two towns of Kawnin and Beit Yahoun with artillery shells: Al-Manar reporter - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Zionist enemy continues violating ceasefire in South Lebanon, bombarding the two towns of Kawnin and Beit Yahoun with artillery shells: Al-»»»

The Peninsula 58m

‘We cannot wake up every day to a president threatening the world’: Brazil president

Barcelona: Brazil’s president Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has called on the five permanent members of the UN Security Council to change course over the failure to stop conflict in the Middle East, AlJazeera reports. “We cannot wake up every morning and go to bed every night with a tweet from a presid»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Lebanon President, PM Discuss Readiness for Israel Talks

Lebanon's president and prime minister discussed on Saturday preparations for the first direct negotiations with Israel in decades, as southerners headed home after the ceasefire in the Israel-Hezbollah war. In a statement, the office of President Joseph Aoun said he and Prime Minister Nawaf Salam »»»

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The Peninsula 1h

QF Schools foster safe, supportive learning to prioritize student wellbeing

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Foundation (QF) said schools within its Pre-University Education ecosystem continue to foster a stable and supportive learning environment, placing student wellbeing and reassurance at the heart of the educational experience. In a statement, QF said, "Across the schools, leaders »»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

QF schools foster safe, supportive learning to prioritise student well-being

DOHA: Qatar Foundation (QF) said schools within its Pre-University Education ecosystem continue to foster a stable and supportive learning environment, placing student wellbeing and reassurance at the heart of the educational experience. In a statement, QF said, "Across the schools, leaders are foc»»»

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Sana 1h

Finance Minister outlines tax reforms, income exemptions to support low earners

Damascus, April 18 (SANA) Finance Minister Mohammad Yisr Barnieh said that low-income earners in Syria will be fully exempt from taxes under a proposed reform, clarifying that the total tax-exempt annual income reaches 64 million Syrian pounds. In statements to SANA, Barnieh explained that individu»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Türkiye Says Iran Gas Pipeline Contract Nearing Expiry, No Talks Yet on Extension

Türkiye's long-term contract for importing natural gas from Iran is due to expire in the coming months, and the two countries could hold talks on a possible extension, though no negotiations are under way yet, Türkiye's energy minister said on Saturday. The agreement, due to expire in July, provide»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Strong Pressure on Hamas to Agree to Gaza Disarmament

Hamas is facing its strongest pressure yet from mediators and other parties to agree, even in principle, to the “Peace Council” document before negotiating its terms, particularly the plan to disarm factions operating in the Gaza Strip, especially its armed wing, the Qassam Brigades. Two Hamas sour»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Driving at night without headlights violates Qatar Traffic Law: MoI

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Interior, MoI, warned motorists driving at night without turning on the vehicle's lights are violating Article 70 of the Traffic Law. The Ministry in a social media post stated that motorists must ensure that vehicle lights are functional and switched on before embarkin»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

No Date Set for Next Round of Iran-US Talks, Says Iran Deputy FM

No date has been set for the next round of Iran-US peace talks brokered by Pakistan following the failure of an initial round, Iran's deputy foreign minister said on Saturday. "Until we agree on the framework, we cannot set a date," Saeed Khatibzadeh told journalists on the sidelines of an annual d»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

France Blames Hezbollah for French Peacekeeper's Death in Lebanon

A French soldier was killed and three others wounded in an attack Saturday on UN peacekeepers in Lebanon that appeared to have been carried out by Hezbollah, French President Emmanuel Macron said. "Everything points to Hezbollah being responsible for this attack," he said on X, urging Lebanese auth»»»

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UPI 2h

Judge blocks Trump administration's pre-emptive lawsuit against Hawaii - UPI.com

The statei had said it planned to sue fossil fuel companies over climate change impacts. A judge on Friday blocked a lawsuit filed last year by former Attorney General Pam Bondi that attempted to prevent the state of Hawaii from filing suit against oil companies for their effects on climate change.»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Global Village to reopen after temporary closure amid regional conflict: 'We've missed you too'

Dubai: Calling all fans of Global Village! After weeks of maintaining it would remain closed until further notice, good news finally landed on April 18, Saturday, with the popular destination set to welcome visitors again soon. It will open again on April 20th, 5pm. The attraction had remained shut»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

Hezbollah Official Says Lebanon-Israel Talks 'Do Not Concern Us'

Senior Hezbollah official Mahmud Qamati said on Saturday that his group was not concerned by Lebanon's planned direct talks with Israel, labelling them a failure, Reuters reported. In a press conference in Beirut's southern suburbs, Qamati said his group was "not concerned with the negotiations bei»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Dubai announces return of school bus services from April 20

In line with ongoing assessments conducted by the National Emergency and Crisis Management Authority, in coordination with the Ministry of Education, bus services for private educational institutions in Dubai will resume starting Monday, April 20, 2026, in accordance with the approved safety protoc»»»

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Naharnet 2h

Trump: We'll make Lebanon great again, it's about time we did so

U.S. President Donald Trump said overnight that "hopefully the situation with Hezbollah will get straightened out quickly." "We will make Lebanon great again. It's about time we did so. The world has forgotten them, and they’re good people who have lived like hell for a long period of time," Trump »»»

The Peninsula 2h

'Gouged': World Cup fans to pay 'insane' $150 for NY stadium train ticket

Newark, United States: World Cup fans will have to pay $150 -- more than 10 times the normal price -- for the quick round-trip train between New York and Meadowlands stadium when it hosts the tournament's final and seven earlier matches, local officials said Friday, drawing outrage. The 36 miles (5»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

ICC Qatar Successfully Concludes High-Level Webinar on Navigating Geopolitical Risk

Governance, ESG Compliance and Risk Priorities for Qatar's Private Sector," which brought together more than 200 participants from across the business and professional community. The webinar brought together a distinguished group of participants representing banks, law firms, embassies, real estate»»»

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Naharnet 3h

Iran says no date set for next round of talks with US

No date has been set for the next round of Iran–U.S. peace talks brokered by Pakistan following the failure of an initial round, Iran's deputy foreign minister said on Saturday. "Until we agree on the framework, we cannot set a date," Saeed Khatibzadeh told journalists on the sidelines of an annual»»»

The Peninsula 3h

Cabbage is trending this year: Here’s what to know about its nutrition

In a major plot twist most people probably did not see coming for 2026, cabbage is trending, taking the spotlight on social media platforms such as Instagram and TikTok. Pinterest even named it this year’s "it” vegetable, predicting cabbage steaks, kimchi cocktails and other cabbage-forward recipes»»»

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The Peninsula 4h

Explainer: NCSA issues guidelines on individual's Personal Data Privacy Protection Law in Qatar 

Doha, Qatar: The National Cyber Security Agency, NCSA, issued the Individuals’ Rights Guidelines that provide information to help understand rights under the Personal Data Privacy Protection Law. It urged individuals to know their rights, how to exercise these rights and their roles in the protecti»»»

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The Peninsula 4h

US extends sanctions waiver on purchases of Russian oil

Washington, United States: US President Donald Trump's administration on Friday issued a month-long sanctions waiver allowing the sale of Russian oil and petroleum products that are at sea, extending an earlier move to soften surging energy prices. The license, issued by the Treasury Department, co»»»

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Kathimerini 4h

Monemvasia community alarmed by tourism project

Residents of the seaside settlement of Xifia near Monemvasia are raising concerns over a major tourism investment that they say will double the size of their sparsely built community and alter its character. The project began drawing attention a year and half ago, when a fenced worksite appeared on»»»

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Sputnik 4h

US Had Plans to Take Control Over Iranian Oil While Preparing Attack - Lavrov

ANTALYA (Sputnik) - One of the goals of the US operation in Iran was to control the oil that passes through the Strait of Hormuz, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said on Saturday. "I do not think there really were plans to destroy civilization. I think it is just a figure of speech. But the »»»

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Sputnik 4h

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Says There Will Be No Blockade of Strait of Hormuz

ANTALYA, Turkey (Sputnik) - The Strait of Hormuz is open for merchant shipping, with possible technical restrictions due to mines, but there is no blockade and there will not be one, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh has said. "There is no uncertainty for us on this issue. I cannot »»»

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Middle East Observer 5h

EGYPT’s new is to create jobs and raise people’s living standards

Prime Minister Sherif Ismail said that there are no reforms without challenges, and that Egypt’s economic reform has went through its most difficult phase, and that the government is committed to continue its reform through, backed by the political leadership’s will and support, towards achieving i»»»

Bulgarian News Agency 5h

Interior Ministry Proposes Ombudsman Role in Migrant Screening

The Interior Ministry has published on the Public Consultation Portal for public debate until May 14 proposed amendments to the Ombudsman Act assigning the institution responsibility for screening cross-border migration. To exercise these powers, the Ombudsman will be able to carry out periodic and»»»

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MIA 5h

Shtip's Faculty of Agriculture hosts 5th Agroscience and Practice conference

Shtip, 16 April 2026 (MIA) — Agricultural experts, professors and students from seven countries convened Thursday at Goce Delchev University for the 5th annual Agroscience and Practice international conference. At the conference, local attendees as well as participants from the Czech Republic, Croa»»»

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The Peninsula 6h

Austria recalls baby food jars in health scare

Vienna: A supplier of baby food jars in Austria is recalling a line saying a lethal substance may have been introduced through tampering. The HiPP brand said it was recalling its "entire line of baby food jars sold at SPAR Austria" as "it cannot be ruled out that a hazardous substance was introduce»»»

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Naharnet 6h

Trump says will bring Iran uranium 'back home to the USA'

U.S. President Donald Trump said Friday that the United States and Iran would jointly remove uranium from Tehran's nuclear sites with excavators under any peace deal, before the material is transferred to U.S. territory. Trump's comment came despite Iran's foreign ministry saying earlier that the I»»»

MIA 6h

Nikoloski: Government softens crisis impact, no fuel supply interruptions

Skopje, 16 April 2026 (MIA) - The Government measures have managed to soften the impact of the crisis as much as possible, said Deputy PM and Transport Minister Aleksandar Nikoloski on Thursday. Deputy PM Nikoloski expressed hope that the crisis would soon end, considering the positive news coming »»»

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Al Awsat 6h

Iran Command Says Has Closed Hormuz Again over US Blockade

Iran's central military command announced on Saturday it would resume "strict management" of the Strait of Hormuz, reversing a decision to unblock the strategic channel as part of negotiations with Washington. In a statement shared on state television, the headquarters said Washington had broken a »»»

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