Al Awsat 9m

Pakistani Delegation Arrives in Tehran in Move to Ease Tensions and Arrange More US-Iran Talks

Pakistan’s army chief arrived Wednesday for talks in Tehran in the latest diplomatic move to ease tensions in the Middle East and arrange a second round of negotiations between the United States and Iran after almost seven weeks of war. The Pakistani military said the delegation also included the c»»»

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Naharnet 10m

3 paramedics killed in south Lebanon, Israel says 200 Hezbollah targets hit

Lebanese authorities said Israeli strikes on the country's south killed at least three paramedics on Wednesday, as the Israeli army announced it had attacked 200 Hezbollah targets over 24 hours. Hezbollah meanwhile claimed attacks on northern Israel and on invading Israeli troops, a day after Leban»»»

Naharnet 10m

Mixed feelings in Lebanon over talks with Israel

Lebanese were divided on Wednesday over their government’s decision to pursue rare, direct negotiations with Israel in hopes of ending the war between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah. Some forced to flee their homes and communities in southern Lebanon say they believe Israel’s ground invasion can »»»

Gulf News 22m

UAE universities to resume in-person learning on Monday

The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research has announced that all public and private higher education institutions will resume in-person learning starting Monday, April 20, 2026. The decision follows the completion of extensive readiness measures, including full preparation of campus »»»

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TAP 23m

Tunisian food industry exports to Poland up by nearly 88% in 2025

Tunis, April 15 (TAP) - Tunisian food industry exports to the Polish market recorded notable growth, rising from TND 5.8 million in 2024 to TND 10.9 million in 2025, up by nearly 88%.This positive development reflects growing demand for Tunisian...»»»

Gulf News 34m

Parking, Secure Parking enter strategic alliance to accelerate seamless, automated parking solutions

Parkin Company, Dubai’s leading provider of paid public parking facilities and services, has signed a strategic partnership with SP Corporation Car Parking Management LLC (Secure Parking) to accelerate the rollout of barrierless, smart parking systems across the UAE. The collaboration follows a suc»»»

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Gulf News 34m

UAE schools resume in-person classes from Monday

UAE's Ministry of Education has announced the resumption of in-person education for all children and students, as well as educational and administrative staff, in nurseries, kindergartens, and public and private schools, starting Monday, April 20, 2026.»»»

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Naharnet 34m

Israel army chief orders 'Hezbollah kill zone' south of Lebanon's Litani River

Israel's military chief of staff on Wednesday said he had ordered areas south of Lebanon's Litani River to be turned into a Hezbollah "kill zone" as troops pressed a major offensive there. "I have ordered that all of the area of south Lebanon up to the Litani (River) line be turned into a Hezbollah»»»

Naharnet 34m

3 paramedics killed in south Lebanon, Israel says 200 Hezbollah targets hit

Lebanese authorities said Israeli strikes on the country's south killed at least three paramedics on Wednesday, as the Israeli army announced it had attacked 200 Hezbollah targets over 24 hours. Hezbollah meanwhile claimed attacks on northern Israel and on invading Israeli troops, a day after Leban»»»

Naharnet 34m

Israel hails Lebanon talks as 'historic opportunity' to end 'Hezbollah stranglehold'

Israel hailed on Wednesday the opening of direct talks with Beirut as a "historic opportunity" that could end Hezbollah's "stranglehold" on Lebanon. "This is indeed a genuine historic opportunity to end decades of Hezbollah stranglehold over Lebanon," Israeli government spokesman David Mencer told »»»

The Peninsula 46m

Nutella maker says targeted in EU antitrust probe

Milan, Italy: Confectionary giant Ferrero, the maker of Nutella spread and Kinder chocolate, said Wednesday it was being targeted by investigators probing a possible violation of EU anti-trust rules. The European Commission had announced Monday that investigators were raiding the premises of a choc»»»

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Al Awsat 57m

Israeli Security Cabinet to Discuss Possible Lebanon Ceasefire, Senior Official Says

Israel's security cabinet will convene on Wednesday to discuss a possible Lebanon ceasefire, a senior Israeli official said, more than five weeks into a war with Hezbollah that spiraled out of the US-Israeli conflict with Iran. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's security cabinet will meet »»»

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UPI 57m

Turkey sees second school shooting in two days, this time killing 9 - UPI.com

Turkish police investigators work at the site of a school shooting that injured 16 people in Turkey Tuesday. On Wednesday, a second school shooting happened in Turkey, and nine people were killed with 13 others injured. Photo by Stringer/EPA April 15 (UPI) -- Nine people are dead after a school sho»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Israeli Settlers Block Palestinian Kids’ Path to School with Tear Gas and Barbed Wire

Hajar and Rashid Hathaleen have always walked to school from their neighborhood on the outskirts of Umm al-Khair. But when classes resumed this week for the first time since the Iran war began, coiled barbed wire blocked the Palestinian siblings' path to the village center. Israeli settlers had ins»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Israel Army Chief Orders ‘Hezbollah Kill Zone’ South of Lebanon’s Litani River

Israel's military chief of staff on Wednesday said he had ordered areas south of Lebanon's Litani River to be turned into a Hezbollah "kill zone" as troops pressed a major offensive there. "I have ordered that all of the area of south Lebanon up to the Litani (River) line be turned into a Hezbollah»»»

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UPI 1h

Leftist gains in race to presidential runoff in Peru; count continues - UPI.com

Roberto Sanchez, presidential candidate for the Juntos por el Peru party, speaks during a press conference in Lima, Peru, on Monday. Sanchez has moved into second place in the voting, which continues and will lead to a runoff June 7. Photo by John Reyes Mejia/EPA April 15 (UPI) -- Leftist candidate»»»

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UPI 1h

Maine passes ban on new data centers for 1.5 years, adds study options - UPI.com

Maine Gov. Janet Mills could sign a law that would put a moratorium on new, large data centers in the state for 1.5 years. File Photo by CJ Gunther April 15 (UPI) -- Maine became the first state to pass a ban on new, large data centers on Tuesday. The bill passed both state houses and now must be s»»»

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Naharnet 1h

Lebanon-Israel ceasefire may be declared tonight

Diplomatic efforts to halt hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah reached a fever pitch on Wednesday, with reports suggesting a potential ceasefire could be announced as early as tonight. Information Minister Paul Morcos told Al-Arabiya's Al-Hadath channel that the collaborative efforts of Presid»»»

Gulf News 2h

Kerala expats in UAE celebrate Vishu in peace, thankful for safety amid regional uncertainties

Dubai: Amid an uncertain geopolitical climate, expats from Kerala in the UAE on Wednesday marked Vishu, the traditional Hindu New Year of the south Indian state, with rituals, ethnic wear and the elaborate vegetarian feast known as sadhya, expressing gratitude for the safety and stability they cont»»»

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Sputnik 2h

Europe Ramps up Drone Production for Ukraine to Target Russia

On March 26, 2026, amid growing losses and an increasingly acute manpower shortage within the Ukrainian armed forces, the leadership of several European countries decided to ramp up the production and supply of drones to Ukraine for strikes against Russian territory, the Russian Ministry of Defense»»»

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UPI 2h

Trump says he has list of candidates for Supreme Court - UPI.com

1 of 4 | Chief Justice of the United States John Roberts, Justice Clarence Thomas and Justice Samuel Alito attend a private ceremony for retired Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor before public repose in the Great Hall at the Supreme Court in Washington, D.C., on Dec. 18, 2023. File Pool pho»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

Toll from Türkiye School Shooting Rises to Nine

The toll from Türkiye's second school shooting in as many days now stands at nine people dead, the interior minister said on Wednesday. "We regret to report nine deaths (...) and 13 wounded. Six of them are currently in intensive care, three of whom are in critical condition," Mustafa Ciftci said i»»»

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Al Manar 2h

Between 00:25 and 15:20 on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, Islamic Resistance fighters targeted gatherings of vehicles and soldiers of the Israeli enemy army in the city of Bint Jbeil with ten volleys of rocket fire: statement 14 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Between 00:25 and 15:20 on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, Islamic Resistance fighters targeted gatherings of vehicles and soldiers of the Israe»»»

The Peninsula 2h

World Bank announces water security plan for one billion people

Washington, United State: The World Bank announced a plan Wednesday that aims to improve secure water access for a billion people within the next four years. The new "Water Forward" program aims to "expand reliable water services and strengthen systems against droughts and floods." The Bank said it»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

Lebanese Officials Says Efforts Underway for Ceasefire in Lebanon 

Two senior Lebanese officials told Reuters on Wednesday they had been briefed that efforts were underway for a ceasefire in Lebanon, but did not have details on when it would begin or how long it would last. The officials both said it was likely the ceasefire's duration would be linked to how long »»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Sidra Medicine performs Qatar’s first pediatric sacral neuromodulation

Doha, Qatar: Sidra Medicine, has successfully performed a sacral neuromodulation implantation procedure on an eight-year-old child with spina bfida. The innovative procedure, a minimally invasive solution for children suffering from severe bladder dysfunction was done in collaboration with Dr. Tari»»»

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Gulf News 2h

How Ghalibaf emerged as Iran’s power broker in the post-Khamenei era

Dubai: Iran’s parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has emerged as the most visible power broker in Tehran, stepping into a central role in both the war effort and high-stakes diplomacy as the Islamic republic navigates a new phase following the US-Israel conflict. A pillar of the Iranian est»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Bain Capital sets up Abu Dhabi base for regional deals

Dubai: Bain Capital has opened an office in Abu Dhabi Global Market, expanding its presence in the Middle East and strengthening access to regional investors and deal opportunities. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The office will support capital raising from regional i»»»

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UPI 2h

Trump again threatens to fire Powell if he doesn't step down - UPI.com

Chair of the Federal Reserve Jerome Powell speaks during a press conference at the Federal Reserve on March 18. Trump has once again threatened to fire Powell. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo April 15 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump again threatened to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerom»»»

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Naharnet 3h

Trump says Iran war 'very close to being over'

U.S. President Donald Trump has indicated peace talks with Tehran could resume this week, as the United States turned the screws Wednesday with a naval blockade it said had cut off maritime trade with Iran. Trump's hint came as Israel and Lebanon agreed to open direct negotiations after a rare face»»»

Al Awsat 3h

Hezbollah Escalates Politically and Militarily Over Lebanon-Israel Talks

Hezbollah is responding to direct negotiations between Lebanon and Israel, under US sponsorship, on two tracks: political and military. Politically, it is disavowing the talks and calling on the state to “reconsider its decision to negotiate with Israel,” describing the move as one that “will deepe»»»

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UPI 3h

Justice Department officials turned away in visit to the Fed - UPI.com

1 of 3 | U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro sent Justice Department prosecutors to the Federal Reserve headquarters in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday but they were turned away from entering to inspect renovations. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo April 15 (UPI) -- U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro se»»»

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UPI 3h

At least 250 Rohingya, Bangladesh migrants missing after boat sinks - UPI.com

Hundreds of Rohingya and Bangladeshi migrants and refugees were missing, feared dead, after their boat sank in the Andaman Sea as they attempted to reach Malaysia. Photo courtesy of Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency/EPA-EFE April 15 (UPI) -- As many as 250 Rohingya and Bangladeshi migrants and »»»

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Middle East Observer 3h

Madbouli outlines the new Egyptian government’s priorities

Egypt’s national security, improving citizen’s standards of living, economic development, developing and building the Egyptian citizen, and developing Egypt’s foreign policy. The government statement by the Prime Minister and Minister of Housing, Mustafa Madbouli, was presented to the House of Repr»»»

Gulf News 3h

Sanad reports Dh7b revenue in 2025, backlog hits Dh38b

Dubai: Sanad reported Dh7 billion in revenue for 2025, marking a 41% increase year-on-year, driven by sustained global demand for aircraft engine maintenance and long-term contracts with airlines and manufacturers. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The Mubadala-owned aer»»»

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Gulf News 3h

New Israeli strikes hit Lebanon a day after Washington talks

TYRE, Lebanon: Israeli strikes rocked southern Lebanon overnight and into Wednesday, a day after a first round of historic talks between Lebanese and Israeli officials in Washington. Smoke rose over the coastal city of Tyre, underscoring the fragility of diplomatic efforts. Though Israeli strikes i»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

Pupil kills four wounds 20 in new Turkiye school shooting

Istanbul: A student aged about 13 opened fire at random in a Turkish school Wednesday killing four people and wounding 20, just one day after a shooter wounded 16 people and then killed himself in another school, officials said. Kahramanmaras province governor Mukerrem Unluer said a teacher and thr»»»

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Al Manar 3h

Hezbollah’s Fadlallah: Who’s the Outlaw, Resistance Defending the Homeland or an Authority Offering Concessions? - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah’s Fadlallah: Who’s the Outlaw, Resistance Defending the Homeland or an Authority Offering Concessions? 15-04-2026 16:18 PM Lebane»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 4h

Polish KFOR Troops to Pass Through Bulgaria During Rotation

A scheduled rotation of personnel and military equipment of the Polish Armed Forces participating in the NATO stabilization forces in Kosovo (KFOR) will take place from April 16 to April 22, the Bulgarian Defence Ministry said on Wednesday. The military equipment and personnel will pass through Bul»»»

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Al Manar 4h

Israeli gatherings in the southern Lebanese town of Al-Bayyada were targeted for the second time on Wednesday by Islamic Resistance fighters, this time using artillery shells: Hezbollah Military Media statement 13 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli gatherings in the southern Lebanese town of Al-Bayyada were targeted for the second time on Wednesday by Islamic Resistance fighter»»»

The Barents Observer 4h

Prestigious 9 May military parades cancelled in Murmansk and Arkhangelsk regions

Amid growing fears that Ukraine’s long-range drones could strike deep into northern Russia, military authorities have decided to cancel one of the country’s most symbolic displays of military power: the 9 May Victory Day parade. There will be no traditional 9 May parade in Mirny, a closed military »»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 4h

Centre for Analysis and Marketing: Three Million People to Vote in April 19 Elections, Five Parties Set to Enter Parliament

Around three million Bulgarians are expected to vote in the snap parliamentary elections on April 19, with five political formations set to cross the 4% electoral threshold and one hovering on it. Compared with the last election in October 2024, between 200,000 and 300,000 more people are likely to»»»

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Al Manar 4h

Islamic Resistance fighters engaged an Israeli military drone, identified as a Hermes 450 “Zik,” over the airspace of Qabrikha southern Lebanese town, using a surface-to-air missile: Hezbollah Military Media statement 11 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Islamic Resistance fighters engaged an Israeli military drone, identified as a Hermes 450 “Zik,” over the airspace of Qabrikha southern Leb»»»

Gulf News 4h

Pupil kills four, wounds 20 in new Turkey school shooting

A student aged about 13 opened fire at random in a Turkish school Wednesday killing four people and wounding 20, just one day after a shooter wounded 16 people and then killed himself in another school, officials said. Kahramanmaras province governor Mukerrem Unluer said a teacher and three student»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Ghost ships, spoofing tactics test US in Strait of Hormuz

Dubai: Ships linked to Iran are increasingly adopting “ghost” tactics — going dark, spoofing identities and masking movements — in a bid to evade the US naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, signalling a shift toward more cautious and covert operations at sea. Maritime intelligence experts say a »»»

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Kathimerini 4h

Student opens fire at a school in Turkey, killing 4, in second such attack in the country in 2 days

A student opened fire randomly at two classrooms at a middle school in southeast Turkey on Wednesday, killing four people and wounding 20 others, an official said, in the second such shooting in the country in two days. The student, who was also killed, arrived at the school, armed with guns believ»»»

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Al Manar 4h

Islamic Resistance fighters fired a salvo of rockets targeting gatherings of Israeli soldiers and vehicles in th town of Al-Bayyada: Hezbollah Military Media statement 10 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Islamic Resistance fighters fired a salvo of rockets targeting gatherings of Israeli soldiers and vehicles in th town of Al-Bayyada: Hezbol»»»

Naharnet 4h

Foreign media group slams Israel military over AI image of Manar reporter Shoeib

An international media association on Wednesday accused the Israeli military of discrediting a Lebanese journalist it killed last month by circulating an AI‑generated image of him in Hezbollah fatigues. Three Lebanese journalists, including Ali Shoeib -- a prominent correspondent for the Hezbollah-»»»

Gulf News 4h

Dubai Police take ‘Proud of UAE’ campaign into residential areas

Dubai: Dubai Police took national celebrations beyond public spaces and into neighbourhoods, joining residents across the emirate in marking the “Proud of UAE” campaign with a strong display of unity and patriotism. The initiative, launched in line with directives from Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al»»»

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Gulf News 4h

What Dubai Chambers' new Manila office means for UAE-Philippines trade growth

Dubai: Dubai International Chamber, part of Dubai Chambers, has expanded its international footprint with the opening of a new representative office in Manila, a strategic move aimed at accelerating trade and investment flows between Dubai and the Philippines. The launch has reflected Dubai’s broad»»»

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