The Kyrgyz company Medovaya Artel is entering the Uzbek market with government support. The Trade Mission of the Kyrgyz Republic in Uzbekistan reported. The company received comprehensive support, including assistance in establishing a legal entity, business consulting, and adaptation to local legi»»»

THE HAGUE: The State of Qatar affirmed the importance of coordinated international efforts to eliminate the remnants of the former Syrian regime's chemical weapons program, commending the cooperation of the sisterly Syrian Arab Republic with the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons »»»

In our ongoing weekly digest, award-winning journalist Veronika Munk summarises and explains the most important political developments in Hungary. This is our final edition of this series before the election. We guide readers on the route to the crunch Sunday (12 April) election — a poll without pr»»»

A teenage couple has been arrested in southwestern Greece on suspicion of abusing its months-old baby to the extent that it needed urgent hospitalization, authorities said Thursday. A police statement said the two 18-year-olds are being held in the town of Pyrgos in the Peloponnese for alleged inte»»»

Dubai: Gulf central banks have rolled out targeted support measures to help banks navigate ongoing geopolitical turbulence, S&P Global Ratings said in a report. Authorities in the UAE, Kuwait and Qatar introduced packages focused on liquidity, capital and asset quality, aimed at ensuring banks can »»»

As consumers increasingly rely on AI agents to make purchases, businesses – whether they are building agents, selling to them, or processing transactions – need a simple way to get started. Intelligent Commerce Connect, part of the Visa Intelligent Commerce portfolio, meets that need. Through a sin»»»

A new survey by the “Sova Harris” agency indicates that six political formations would enter the next Bulgarian National Assembly, based on data collected between April 2 and 6 among 800 respondents through standardized face-to-face interviews. The study was commissioned by the newspaper “Trud” and»»»

Dubai: Dubai’s Global Village remains closed until further notice, with no confirmed reopening date announced yet for Season 30, as visitors await updates on when the popular outdoor attraction will resume operations. The announcement was reiterated through the attraction’s official Instagram chann»»»

BELGRADE- EXPO 2027 Director Danilo Jerinic said on Thursday that, to date, 138 countries had confirmed their participation in specialised EXPO 2027 in Belgrade and that more than 120 countries were working actively on their pavilions and programmes, and noted that the EXPO would transform the way »»»

BELGRADE - The Serbian oil company NIS has submitted a request to the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) of the US Department of the Treasury for a new special licence that would enable it to continue to operate without obstructions after April 17, when the current operating licence expires. S»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Islamic Resistance fighters targeted a gathering of Israeli enemy army soldiers at the Marj site with a rocket barrage: Hezbollah Military »»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah announces fresh rocket attacks targeting Israeli settlements of Kiryat Shmona and Metula: Military Media statements 6, 8 09-04-20»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Maritime Transport Affairs of Ministry of Transport urged all entities licensed for maritime activities to follow and adhere to the principles of fairness and transparency when it comes to providing their maritime services. The statement stressed on compliance with the provisions o»»»

Doha, Qatar: CEO of the Qatar Media Corporation, HE Sheikh Khalid bin Abdulaziz bin Jassim Al Thani, participated in the second extraordinary meeting of the undersecretaries of the ministries of information of the Gulf Cooperation Council countries, which was held today via videoconferencing. The m»»»

Tunis,8 avr. (TAP)- The photovoltaic plant which TAP put into operation on Wednesday reflects a strategic vision to transform the news agency into an eco-responsible public utility, CEO Najeh Missaoui said."Investment in clean energies is today a...»»»

The Ministry of Defence announced that on 9th April 2026, UAE air defence systems did not detect any ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, or UAVs launched from Iran. Since the onset of the blatant Iranian attacks, UAE air defences have engaged a total of 537 ballistic missiles, 26 cruise missiles, »»»

A draft constitutional law proposing amendments to the Law «On the State Language of the Kyrgyz Republic» has been submitted for public discussion in Kyrgyzstan. Such a diploma would be recognized as proof of the highest level of language proficiency. Under the current version of the law, proficien»»»

The appeal court trial of four people convicted in connection with Greece’s phone spyware scandal will be held on December 11. All four were found guilty of misdemeanor charges including breaching personal data, and sentenced to 8 years imprisonment, suspended until the hearing of their appeal. If »»»

Doha, Qatar: The Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC) is offering comprehensive mental health support services, making it easier for individuals to access the care they need. With virtual consultations, specialized clinics, and a dedicated helpline, PHCC ensures timely access to appropriate care.»»»

Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has called on citizens and residents to raise the UAE flag across homes, institutions and buildings, underscoring national unity following the recent crisis. In a post on his »»»

Dubai: In a city used to big launches, it’s not often that a retail opening morphs into something more shared and communal. But in recent weeks, across Dubai, something has shifted -- with crowds, conversations and social media turning what might have been a routine shopping experience into somethi»»»

A war launched by the US and Israel with the stated aim of preventing a nuclear crisis could end up causing one. With repeated strikes reported near the Russian-built Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant in Iran, discussions about the US potentially forcibly taking Iranian uranium reserves, and seemingly ze»»»

Up to 90 percent of construction and renovation workers in Bulgaria are operating outside the legal framework, according to entrepreneur Lozan Lozanov, who raised concerns about the lack of regulation in construction and installation services, particularly in the interior renovation sector. Speakin»»»

In a significant move within the chemicals industry, OCI N.V., backed by Egyptian billionaire Nassef Sawiris, has announced the sale of its global methanol business to Canadian company Methanex Corporation for a total of $2 billion. This strategic transaction is expected to create substantial value»»»

FacebookTwitterWhatsAppLinkedinCopy URL Cairo — Egypt’s stock market closed the 29 March–2 April 2026 trading week with a mixed but volatile performance, as a steep foreign-led sell-off at the start of the period was followed by a strong mid-week rebound before profit-taking resumed on Thursday. By»»»

The Abu Dhabi Hazardous Materials Management Centre has introduced 11 guidelines designed to standardise the handling, storage, and transport of dangerous goods across the emirate. The framework, developed in coordination with the Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council (QCC), marks Abu Dhabi as t»»»

BELGRADE - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic met with the EU's special envoy for the Belgrade-Pristina dialogue Peter Sorensen on Thursday, and said that, during the discussion, he had noted that Pristina's unilateral measures, as well as its enforcement of regulations without taking into account »»»

More than 3,000 people were killed throughout Iran during the war ⁠that began on February ⁠28, Iran's forensic chief ⁠told state media on Thursday, adding that 40% of the dead needed forensic work ⁠to be ⁠identified and returned to families. Semiofficial news agencies in Iran published a chart sugg»»»

French authorities said that at least four people, two men and two women, died on Thursday as they were trying to get onboard an inflatable boat to attempt the perilous sea crossing from northern France to the UK. The prefect of the Pas-de-Calais region in northern France, François-Xavier Lauch, sa»»»

Mobile slot gaming has exploded in popularity, and it’s easy to see why. Today’s smartphones are powerful enough to deliver console quality graphics, lightning fast loading times, and silky smooth gameplay all from the palm of your hand. But not every device is created equal. If you’re serious abou»»»

The Ministry of Finance has released a broad public dataset covering more than 7,000 public procurement contracts with a combined value exceeding 30 billion euros, Acting Finance Minister Georgi Klisurski announced during a briefing. The initiative is presented as a transparency measure intended to»»»

Dubai: Within hours of President Donald Trump announcing a halt to fighting with Iran, confusion over its terms, violations on the ground, and conflicting claims over the Strait of Hormuz cast doubt on whether the ceasefire existed at all. The uncertainty was immediate and multi-layered. The United»»»

Dubai: A new partnership between the Emirates Human Resources Development Council (EHRDC) and the Emirates Institute of Finance (EIF) has been formed to boost the pipeline of Emirati talent entering the financial and banking sectors, with a focus on practical skills and long-term career growth. The»»»

Dubai: Dubai has crossed a major milestone in its journey towards sustainable urban mobility, with more than 10 million trips completed on the Careem Bike service since its launch in 2020, underscoring the city’s growing shift towards cleaner, healthier transport options. The achievement, announced»»»

AlUla has recorded the highest improvement in the IMD Smart City Index 2026, advancing from 112th place in 2025 to 85th this year, placing it among the most improved cities globally in this edition of the index. This result reflects AlUla's ambition to become an ideal destination for living, workin»»»

An independent audit firm, Ernst & Young, has completed its audit of the 2025 financial statements of Kumtor Gold Company CJSC. According to the audit results, the company’s financial statements fairly present, in all material respects, its financial position as of December 31, 2025, as well as its»»»

A heightened risk of avalanches and snowstorms is forecast in the mountainous regions of Kyrgyzstan from April 9 to 14, the Ministry of Transport and Communications reported. The most difficult conditions are expected on several key roads: Road services have already carried out preparatory work: sp»»»

Bengaluru: A message allegedly sent by a Bengaluru-based surgeon after his wife’s death has emerged as a key piece of evidence in an ongoing murder investigation, according to Indian media reports. The case relates to the death of dermatologist Dr. Kruthika Reddy, who was declared dead in April 202»»»

Dubai: As Kerala headed to the polls for the 2026 Assembly elections, it wasn’t just political heavyweights drawing attention, some of Malayalam cinema’s biggest names turned up early, quietly making their voices count. Among them, Mohanlal stood out for all the right reasons. The superstar was spo»»»

Calls were mounting on Thursday for the ceasefire between the US and Iran to be extended to Israel's war with Hezbollah, after a massive wave of Israeli strikes on Lebanon killed more than 200 people. US President Donald Trump has claimed victory in the Middle East war after agreeing a two-week tru»»»

Elvira Surabaldieva, Chair of the Zhogorku Kenesh Committee on International Affairs, Defense, Security and Migration, met with Russia’s Ambassador to Kyrgyzstan, Sergei Vakunov, the parliament’s press service reported. The meeting focused primarily on labor migration issues. Elvira Surabaldieva ou»»»

President of the National Academy of Sciences of Kyrgyzstan, Kanatbek Abdrakhmatov, warned of risks facing Issyk-Kul Lake amid declining water levels. According to him, the lakebed relief is uneven: the northern part has a gentle slope, while the southern side drops off sharply. In the central part»»»

DOHA: The Qatar Meteorology Department has forecast unsettled weather conditions for the weekend, with thundery rain, strong winds and rough seas expected across the country. According to the weekend forecast, Thursday will see partly cloudy to cloudy skies with scattered rain that may turn thunder»»»

Dubai: Mubadala Investment Company's assets under management rose 17% to Dh1.4 trillion in 2025, supported by strong domestic investments and steady returns across its global portfolio. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The sovereign investor reported five-year and ten-y»»»

Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back, seen here in a plenary session at the National Assembly, said Thursday that his ministry plans to reduce the number of troops deployed to border units "gradually" by 2040. Photo by Yonhap Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back said Thursday that his ministry plans to reduce th»»»

Cyprus' offshore Aphrodite field signed a 15-year deal to sell natural gas to the Egyptian Natural Gas Holding Company, one of the ⁠partners in Aphrodite said on ⁠Thursday. NewMed Energy said a binding term sheet was signed for ⁠the sale of all of the natural gas quantities recoverable from the Aph»»»

France's top general on Thursday said the possibility of a war with Russia in the next few years remained his "primary concern" as he defended efforts to ramp up defense spending. The chief of the defense staff General Fabien Mandon spoke in parliament as he presented France's draft legislation to »»»

Operation Clean Food shut 27 outlets and stopped more than 260 tonnes of potentially dangerous food, Bulgarian Food Safety Agency (BFSA) Executive Director Angel Mavrovski said at a press conference on Thursday. Nearly 80% of the seized food, more than 208 tonnes, was products of animal origin carr»»»

The Ministry of Finance has provided public access via its website to all more than 7,000 active public procurement procedures in the country, with a total value exceeding EUR 30 billion, caretaker Finance Minister Georgi Klisurski announced at a briefing at the Ministry of Finance building in Sofi»»»

Third of March coalition lead candidate Ivan Kolev handed out hundreds of Easter sweet breads baked in his own bakery to residents of Yambol, the coalition’s regional campaign headquarters said on Thursday. The giveaway took place at three locations in the city, where Kolev also spoke with local pe»»»