Gulf News 10m

ADB launches new trust fund to accelerate progress on ASEAN power grid

MANILA: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has launched a multi-partner fund to finance critical project preparation work for cross-border energy and transmission infrastructure within the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) — the first such fund in the region. The Regional Connectivity Fu»»»

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Daily News Egypt 2h

Australia, Japan, Portugal back Egyptian efforts to contain regional military escalation

Australia, Japan, and Portugal have backed Egyptian efforts to contain regional military escalation and support a diplomatic path to avoid an “explosion” of violence, Egypt’s foreign ministry said on Tuesday. Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty held separate telephone calls with Australian Foreign Mini»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

Sheikha Moza honours winners of QF’s Akhlaquna Awards 2026

Doha: Chairperson of Qatar Foundation, H H Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, honored 14 winners of the 2026 Akhlaquna Awards at a ceremony held on Tuesday, recognising the outstanding ethical values reflected in their initiatives and conduct. Akhlaquna Day, held at the Multaqa in Education City was attende»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 5h

GERB Does Not Make Promises but Shows Results, Party Leader Says in Varna

GERB does not make promises but shows what it has achieved while in government, party leader Boyko Borissov said at a campaign event in Varna, on the Black Sea, on Tuesday. He highlighted that the Black Sea Motorway project is at an advanced stage and will be completed, with the key question being »»»

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UPI 7h

Voters in Wisconsin, Georgia head to polls in key races - UPI.com

The office of former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., is seen in the Rayburn House Office Building in Washington, DC on Jan. 6, 2026. Greene's resignation from Congress became effective the night before. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo April 7 (UPI) -- Wisconsin and Georgia are fac»»»

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RT 8h

Why Iran is becoming Trump’s ‘forever war’

More than a month into the war with Iran, Washington is confronting the strategic nightmare it tried to avoid. What began as a campaign that many in the US and Israel appear to have imagined as short, punishing, and politically manageable has instead become prolonged, expensive, globally destabiliz»»»

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Ya Libnan 8h

From Obama’s Red Lines to Trump’s Deadlines: Will America Blink Again? – Ya Libnan

Share: If U.S. threats go unenforced, Iran won’t just test Washington—it will control the world’s most critical chokepoint. Donald Trump has once again drawn a red line—this time giving Iran a deadline to agree to a deal, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, or face severe consequences. But this is not the»»»

Gulf News 11h

Former Australian soldier charged with committing 5 war crime murders in Afghanistan

Melbourne: Australia’s most decorated living veteran, Ben Roberts-Smith, faces war crime charges on allegations that he killed five unarmed Afghans while serving in Afghanistan from 2009 and 2012, police and media reported on Tuesday. Police have not confirmed the name of the 47-year-old former sol»»»

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The Peninsula 11h

PSG wary of wounded Liverpool ahead of European showdown

Paris, France: Paris Saint-Germain star Vitinha insisted his side remain very wary of the threat posed by Champions League quarter-final opponents Liverpool despite the Anfield club coming into the heavyweight tie in poor form. "Liverpool are Liverpool, even if they are not in ideal form. They are »»»

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Kathimerini 11h

Questions raised by incomplete OPEKEPE file sent to EPPO

Questions have risen over indications that the police’s Internal Affairs Division sent only part of the material it had collected in its investigation into a growing scandal over alleged fraud related to European Union farm subsidies to the European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO). The material i»»»

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UPI 12h

Australian soldier decorated for bravery charged with murdering Afghans - UPI.com

Ben Roberts-Smith pictured in March 2022 outside federal court in Sydney during a defamation trial in which he unsuccessfully sued three former Fairfax group newspapers for carrying articles implicating him in war crimes in the Afghanistan war. File photo by Dan Himbrechts/EPA-EFE April 7 (UPI) -- »»»

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Gulf News 12h

Abu Dhabi property sales jump 160%. Demand outpaces supply

Dubai: Abu Dhabi’s property market opened 2026 with its strongest quarter on record, with transactions reaching Dh66 billion, up 160.7% from a year earlier. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.A total of 13,518 deals were recorded in the first three months of the year, com»»»

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France24 12h

Trump's threatened destruction of Iranian infrastructure could be a war crime, legal experts say

US President Donald Trump said Monday that he was “not at all” concerned about the risk of committing war crimes in Iran if he carried out his threat to bomb bridges and power plants. Experts in military law, however, say that deliberately bombing civilian infrastructure is a violation of inte»»»

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Business-review 13h

CAHM Europe makes history: Romanian company wins Green & Organic award at the “Oscars” of beauty industry

QPearl – CycleOne stood out among finalists from Germany, Spain, and Finland. The evaluation was conducted by an international panel of experts, who assessed the product in terms of innovation, sustainability, and relevance to today’s market. This achievement places Romania at the forefront of glob»»»

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Gulf News 14h

Trump’s Iran ultimatum: Bluff, brinkmanship or imminent strike?

Dubai: With hours ticking down on a self-imposed deadline, US President Donald Trump is facing a defining test — whether to carry out sweeping threats to strike Iran’s critical infrastructure or once again step back from the brink. Trump has warned that unless Tehran agrees to reopen the Strait of »»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 14h

Media Review: April 7

HEADLINES Tuesday’s media coverage focuses on the election campaign, with particular attention on the continued absence of a major leaders’ debate, police action against vote-buying, and rising fuel costs. Of note was the death of singer, composer and poet Mihail Belchev. SNAP ELECTIONS Mediapool.b»»»

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Gulf News 15h

Iran war: Deal, no deal, on Tuesday — what happens next? How Hormuz shock could redefine energy, markets, and risk

The disruption of crude oil tanker and cargo traffic through the Strait of Hormuz did more than send oil prices sharply higher. It exposed a hard truth: the global economy — for all its digital sophistication, financial complexity, space and tech progress — still rests on physical corridors, pipes,»»»

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BNE 15h

Leaked memo claims Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei unconscious in Qom

Iran's recently-installed Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is unconscious and receiving treatment for a "severe" medical condition in the holy city of Qom, according to a diplomatic memo based on US and Israeli intelligence seen by The Times of London and reported on April 7. »»»

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BNE 15h

Leaked memo claims Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei unconscious in Qom

Iran's recently-installed Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is unconscious and receiving treatment for a "severe" medical condition in the holy city of Qom, according to a diplomatic memo based on US and Israeli intelligence seen by The Times of London and reported on April 7. »»»

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BNE 15h

Leaked memo claims Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei unconscious in Qom

Iran's recently-installed Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is unconscious and receiving treatment for a "severe" medical condition in the holy city of Qom, according to a diplomatic memo based on US and Israeli intelligence seen by The Times of London and reported on April 7. »»»

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BNE 15h

Serbia opens election talks as opposition rejects dialogue

Serbia’s President Aleksandar Vucic said early parliamentary elections could be held as soon as May 31 but no later than March next year, as he invited political parties to consultations amid continuing student protests and political tensions. »»»

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24 News Agency 17h

Ikhtiyar Nishonov wins gold at International Boxing Tournament in Turkey - | 24.KG

Kyrgyzstani Ikhtiyar Nishonov won gold at an International Boxing Tournament in Turkey. The Ahmet Cömert Bosphorus International Boxing Tournament concluded in Istanbul. Ikhtiyar Nishonov competed in the 70-kilogram weight class and had four fights, defeating opponents from Azerbaijan, Turkey, Germ»»»

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Novinite 17h

Italian Mafia-Linked Waste Scheme Reaches Bulgaria, Five Nationals Investigated

Italian authorities have launched an investigation into a large-scale scheme involving the illegal export of hazardous waste to Eastern Europe, with five Bulgarian nationals among those under scrutiny. The case centers on an Italian company accused of mislabeling waste shipments bound for Bulgaria »»»

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24 News Agency 17h

IIHF World Championship: Kyrgyzstan defeats Bulgaria - | 24.KG

The national hockey team of Kyrgyzstan defeated Bulgaria at the IIHF World Championship in Division II (Group B), stats.iihf.com reports. The score was 5-3. Mamed Seifulov scored two goals, while Dmitry Popov, Alexander Titov, and Abdumalik Sapitov each scored one. After the first round, the Kyrgyz»»»

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The Peninsula 17h

LIVE UPDATES: Saudi downs 7 missiles, temporarily closes bridge connecting Bahrain

Doha, Qatar: Saudi Arabia intercepted and destroyed seven ballistic missiles and over 18 drones in recent hours as was confirmed by the country's military spokesperson. Stay tuned for more updates: 9:30am Doha Time Bridge connecting Saudi Arabia, Bahrain temporarily closed: authorities The major tr»»»

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Gulf News 18h

Oil rises, stocks fall as Iran deadline drives market tension

Dubai: Oil prices moved higher on Tuesday while equities lost momentum, with investors pulling back ahead of a key US deadline tied to the Iran conflict. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Brent crude climbed above $111 a barrel after volatile swings, continuing a steady »»»

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Al Awsat 18h

Taiwan Opposition Leader Heads to China in What She Calls a ‘Journey for Peace’

Taiwan opposition leader Cheng Li-wun is heading to China on Tuesday at the invitation of President Xi Jinping, in what she calls a “journey for peace” as Beijing calls for the self-ruled island to come under its control. The visit is the first by a Taiwanese opposition leader in a decade and comes»»»

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Gulf News 18h

UAE Lottery update: What to know about the new twice-weekly Lucky Day draws

Dubai: The UAE Lottery has announced a major update to its flagship Lucky Day game, introducing two draws every week in a move to give players more opportunities to win. During its April 4 draw, show host Chadi Khalaf has mentioned that the UAE Lottery will now be held every Wednesday and Saturday,»»»

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Al Awsat 18h

Former Australian Soldier Charged with Committing 5 War Crime Murders in Afghanistan

A former Australian soldier was charged on Tuesday with war crimes on allegations that he killed five unarmed Afghans while serving in Afghanistan from 2009 and 2012, police said. Police have not confirmed the 47-year-old man’s name. He is expected to appear in a Sydney court later Tuesday, said Th»»»

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Gulf News 19h

More South Asia flights added via Dammam by Gulf Air

Dubai: Gulf Air has added more South Asian routes to its temporary Dammam operations, widening travel options for passengers affected by ongoing airspace restrictions in Bahrain and parts of the region. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The airline is currently operating»»»

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BNE 19h

Indonesia blocks social media access for minors

The Indonesian government has initiated a major campaign of regulations aimed at removing children under the age of 16 from social media platforms, representing one of the most intense government actions in the worldwide digital environment. Under Ministerial Regulation No. 9 of 2026, which came in»»»

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BNE 19h

Pakistan proposes a two-phase ceasefire deal to Iran war

  Pakistan is proposing a two-phase ceasefire to the escalating war in Iran ahead of US President Donald Trump’s deadline threatening to destroy the country's power sector that would lead to a massive escalation. »»»

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BNE 19h

Pakistan proposes a two-phase ceasefire deal to Iran war

  Pakistan is proposing a two-phase ceasefire to the escalating war in Iran ahead of US President Donald Trump’s deadline threatening to destroy the country's power sector that would lead to a massive escalation. »»»

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BNE 19h

Pakistan proposes a two-phase ceasefire deal to Iran war

  Pakistan is proposing a two-phase ceasefire to the escalating war in Iran ahead of US President Donald Trump’s deadline threatening to destroy the country's power sector that would lead to a massive escalation. »»»

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BNE 19h

Pakistan proposes a two-phase ceasefire deal to Iran war

  Pakistan is proposing a two-phase ceasefire to the escalating war in Iran ahead of US President Donald Trump’s deadline threatening to destroy the country's power sector that would lead to a massive escalation. »»»

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BNE 19h

Pakistan proposes a two-phase ceasefire deal to Iran war

  Pakistan is proposing a two-phase ceasefire to the escalating war in Iran ahead of US President Donald Trump’s deadline threatening to destroy the country's power sector that would lead to a massive escalation. »»»

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BNE 19h

Pakistan proposes a two-phase ceasefire deal to Iran war

  Pakistan is proposing a two-phase ceasefire to the escalating war in Iran ahead of US President Donald Trump’s deadline threatening to destroy the country's power sector that would lead to a massive escalation. »»»

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BNE 19h

Pakistan proposes a two-phase ceasefire deal to Iran war

  Pakistan is proposing a two-phase ceasefire to the escalating war in Iran ahead of US President Donald Trump’s deadline threatening to destroy the country's power sector that would lead to a massive escalation. »»»

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BNE 19h

Pakistan proposes a two-phase ceasefire deal to Iran war

  Pakistan is proposing a two-phase ceasefire to the escalating war in Iran ahead of US President Donald Trump’s deadline threatening to destroy the country's power sector that would lead to a massive escalation. »»»

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BNE 19h

Pakistan proposes a two-phase ceasefire deal to Iran war

  Pakistan is proposing a two-phase ceasefire to the escalating war in Iran ahead of US President Donald Trump’s deadline threatening to destroy the country's power sector that would lead to a massive escalation. »»»

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BNE 19h

Pakistan proposes a two-phase ceasefire deal to Iran war

  Pakistan is proposing a two-phase ceasefire to the escalating war in Iran ahead of US President Donald Trump’s deadline threatening to destroy the country's power sector that would lead to a massive escalation. »»»

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BNE 19h

Pakistan proposes a two-phase ceasefire deal to Iran war

  Pakistan is proposing a two-phase ceasefire to the escalating war in Iran ahead of US President Donald Trump’s deadline threatening to destroy the country's power sector that would lead to a massive escalation. »»»

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BNE 19h

Pakistan proposes a two-phase ceasefire deal to Iran war

  Pakistan is proposing a two-phase ceasefire to the escalating war in Iran ahead of US President Donald Trump’s deadline threatening to destroy the country's power sector that would lead to a massive escalation. »»»

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BNE 19h

CAUCASUS BLOG: Armenian PM’s Moscow pushback plays to a domestic audience pre-election

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s unusually blunt comments to Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow last week indicate he was playing as much to a domestic audience ahead of the June general election as at recalibrating ties with Armenia’s long-time ally.  »»»

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Gulf News 19h

Dubai gold drops Dh15 this month. Buyers eye next move

Dubai: Dubai gold prices moved lower on Tuesday morning, adding to a run of declines that has taken shape since the start of April. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.At 8.24am, 24K gold was at Dh557.25, down from Dh561 on Monday, while 22K slipped to Dh516 from Dh519.50.»»»

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24 News Agency 20h

CAFA (U17): Kyrgyzstan’s national football team defeats Afghanistan - | 24.KG

The U17 national football team of Kyrgyzstan started the international tournament in Uzbekistan with a victory. The Kyrgyz Football Union reported. The Central Asian Football Association (CAFA) Championship kicked off on April 6 in Tashkent, featuring five teams—Afghanistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan,»»»

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24 News Agency 21h

Kyrgyzstan’s team wins 26 medals at Ashihara Karate World Championships - | 24.KG

The team of Kyrgyzstan successfully competed at the fourth open Ashihara Karate World Championships in Antalya, winning 26 medals—9 gold, 9 silver, and 8 bronze. The competition was held among both juniors and those over 18, the participants reported. The championship was held on April 1-5, and acc»»»

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Gulf News 23h

Taiwan opposition leader makes rare visit to China

Taiwan's main opposition leader will travel to China on Tuesday for a rare visit aimed at building cross-strait "peace", but the goverment warns Beijing will seek to stop US arms sales to the democratic island. Kuomintang (KMT) chairwoman Cheng Li-wun, who will become the party's first leader to vi»»»

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Gulf News 23h

How to thrive in work as we live longer

Many of us will live to 100. And most of us will need to work well into our 70s — perhaps even beyond. Ten years ago, when Professor Andrew J Scott and I were writing The 100-Year Life, we began with a simple question: ‘What happens when this becomes normal?’ What we saw was that in the face of lon»»»

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Gulf News 1d

UAE firms protect jobs, shift to flexible hiring as costs rise

Dubai: Companies across the UAE are recalibrating how they manage their workforce, shifting away from broad cost-cutting towards targeted decisions that protect critical roles while controlling expenses. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The focus has moved to preserving»»»

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