Israel says soldier killed in south Lebanon clashes, 10 wounded in Bint Jbeil
The Israeli military said Tuesday that a soldier had been killed in Lebanon, the first since a U.S.-Iran temporary truce came into force that Israel insisted does not include the country where it is fighting Hezbollah. "Sergeant Major (Res.) Ayal Uriel Bianco, aged 30, from Katzrin, a firefighting »»»
Nearly 1,000 join Dubai Police community event promoting happiness and safety
Dubai: Dubai Police’s Positive Spirit Council, in collaboration with the General Department of Police Stations and strategic partners, organised a vibrant community event at Wasl Gate Park, attracting wide participation as part of efforts to enhance quality of life and strengthen ties with resident»»»
Vucic: Cobras a pillar of preservation of Serbia's security system
BELGRADE - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said on Tuesday the Cobras (Serbian: Kobre) - a special-purpose military police unit of the Serbian Armed Forces - represented one of the pillars of the preservation of the security system of the Republic of Serbia. Addressing the unit at a ceremony tha»»»
“Hungary Shows the Way”: Vassilev Links Mass Vote to Removing Borissov and Peevski
Speaking at a public meeting in Pazardzhik, “We Continue the Change” leader Asen Vassilev warned that a new external shock linked to Iran could trigger another major economic crisis, with direct effects on energy prices, food costs and vulnerable households. He argued that the key policy response s»»»
Dubai Properties awards Dh1.1b contracts for 850 new homes in Dubailand
Dubai: Dubai homebuyers will soon have 850 more options in Dubailand, after Dubai Properties awarded nearly Dh1.1 billion in construction contracts to expand its fast-growing Villanova development. The developer, part of Dubai Holding Real Estate, said the contracts have been awarded to Metac Gener»»»
A gunman opens fire at a high school in Turkey, wounding at least 16
A former student opened fire at a high school in southeast Turkey on Tuesday, wounding at least 16 people before killing himself, an official said. The 18-year-old attacker, armed with a shotgun, fired randomly at a vocational high school in Siverek, Sanliurfa province, before hiding inside the bui»»»
Al-Manar’s correspondent reports an Israeli drone struck the towns of Barish and Abbasiyeh, while a separate Israeli airstrike targeted the town of Zibqin - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar’s correspondent reports an Israeli drone struck the towns of Barish and Abbasiyeh, while a separate Israeli airstrike targeted the»»»
Israel says seeking 'peace and normalization' with Lebanon
Lebanon and Israel are set to hold the first direct diplomatic talks in decades on Tuesday in Washington following more than a month of war between Israel and the Hezbollah militant group that has rocked the tiny Mediterranean country. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio will take part in the talks»»»
Founder of Chinese property giant Evergrande admits theft, fraud, bribery - UPI.com
Hui Ka Yan, the founder and former chair of troubled Chinese property giant, Evergrande Group, pleaded guilty to a slew of charges on Tuesday in a showcase trial in the southern province of Guangdong. File photo by Wu Hong/EPA April 14 (UPI) -- The founder and former chairman of Chinese property gi»»»
Deputy Prime Minister meets Turkish Minister of National Defense
Doha, Qatar: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defense Affairs HE Sheikh Saud bin Abdulrahman bin Hassan Al-Thani, met with Minister of National Defense of the Republic of Turkiye HE Yasar Guler, and his accompanying delegation during their visit to the country. During the meeting, th»»»
Dubai ranks No. 1 globally for international passengers again in 2025 DXB report
Dubai: Dubai International Airport has retained its title as the world’s busiest airport for international passenger traffic, holding on to its global number one position in 2025 as it handled record traveller volumes last year. According to the latest Airports Council International (ACI) World ran»»»
Hezbollah fighters targeted the newly established Israeli occupation army artillery positions in the Al-Bayyada with a rocket salvo: Military Media Statement 9 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah fighters targeted the newly established Israeli occupation army artillery positions in the Al-Bayyada with a rocket salvo: Milita»»»
Iran demands reparations from Arab states
Iran has demanded that five Arab states hosting US bases pay reparations for American and Israeli airstrikes on its territory. In a letter to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Monday, Iranian envoy Amir Saeid Iravani argued that Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, the UAE, and Jordan had allowed t»»»
Prime Minister meets Turkish Minister of National Defense
Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, received HE Yasar Guler, Minister of National Defense of the Republic of Turkiye, who is currently visiting the country on Tuesday, April 14, 2026. During the meeting, they reviewed »»»
Wide Price Disparities Found in Hospital Drug Purchases across Bulgaria, Health Ministry Says
Several state hospitals in Bulgaria have been found purchasing identical high-cost medicines at vastly different prices, according to the Ministry of Health, raising concerns over transparency and efficiency in public spending on rare disease treatments. Speaking to journalists, Deputy Health Minis»»»
Al-Manar correspondent in south Lebanon reports Israeli occupation army carried out a bombing in Mays Al-Jabal - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar correspondent in south Lebanon reports Israeli occupation army carried out a bombing in Mays Al-Jabal 14-04-2026 14:34 PM Latest N»»»
By 20-Plus Bills, CC-DB Will Gauge Backing for Captured State Dismantling
Continue the Change – Democratic Bulgaria (CC-DB) will seek to test the resolve of Bulgaria’s next parliament with a package of more than 20 anti-corruption laws, according to Ivaylo Mirchev, co-chair of the CC-DB-affiliated Yes, Bulgaria party. In an interview with Capital.bg published Tuesday and»»»
[Interview] Political scientist deciphers Magyar’s success: he didn’t have a Plan B, and he didn’t make compromises
Let’s start with something surprising. We even wrote an article expressing worries about potential manipulation and what the reaction to Viktor Orbán’s defeat would be. In the end, he congratulated Peter Magyar quite early, and there was no big news about major manipulations. So, what happened? Tha»»»
Iran War Live Updates: U.S. and Iran trading proposals on nuclear restrictions – Ya Libnan
Share: Photo- A ship in the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Oman on Sunday.Credit…Reuters Iran said it could suspend uranium enrichment for up to five years but the Trump administration insisted on 20 years, officials from both countries said. Here’s the latest. The United States and Iran have tr»»»
Multinational Battlegroup Personnel, Equipment to Be Transported on National Road Network
Military personnel and equipment from the French army will pass through the Bulgarian national road network on April 15. They are part of the Multinational Battlegroup in Romania, where they are returning after participating in joint training with the Multinational Battlegroup in Bulgaria. The tran»»»
Italian PM Says Suspends Defense Agreement with Israel
Italy has suspended its defense agreement with Israel, which involves the exchange of military equipment and technology research, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and diplomatic sources said Tuesday. "In view of the current situation, the government has decided to suspend the automatic renewal of the »»»
Naval blockade of Iran, Hormuz mine-clearing: Can US pull it off alone?
Dubai: The United States Navy has been handed what could be its toughest assignment of the war with Iran — enforcing a sweeping maritime blockade while clearing mines from the strategic Strait of Hormuz. Six weeks into the conflict, US President Donald Trump has ordered naval forces to choke off Ir»»»
Saudi Arabia tightens public finance oversight with new control law
Dubai: Saudi Arabia has brought its Financial Control Law into force, marking a step toward strengthening oversight across government entities and aligning public finance management with Vision 2030 objectives. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The law, issued under a Co»»»
Iraq Says Has ‘Understandings’ to Bypass Hormuz Blockade
Baghdad's oil ministry said Tuesday it has "understandings" with the United States and Iran to reduce the impact of the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz on Iraqi oil exports. The ministry did not elaborate or say when these reported understandings were reached. But Iran announced earlier this month»»»
Birthday luck brings Dubai resident Dh25,000 in Big Ticket e-draw
Dubai: This year’s Easter has become more memorable for Dubai resident Veera Lobo. The 50-year-old receptionist, originally from Mangalore, India, has struck it lucky in Big Ticket’s first weekly e-draw for April, winning Dh25,000. Lobo has been living in Dubai for 25 years and the occasion has bee»»»
National Repository for Radioactive Waste Unveiled at Kozloduy Plant
A National Repository for Radioactive Waste was unveiled by caretaker Minister of Energy Traicho Traikov near the Kozloduy Nuclear Power Plant on Tuesday. He described the repository as unique and one of the most modern in Europe, allowing Bulgaria to store low- and intermediate-level waste for 60 »»»
Why Zayn Malik loves Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan?
Dubai: Former One Direction singer Zayn Malik isn’t just casually aware of Bollywood. He loves those glossy musicals and is even a huge fan of Shah Rukh Khan. “I’m always watching Indian films,” Zayn said in a recent interaction, adding that his favourite Shah Rukh Khan film is Main Hoon Na. It’s a»»»
The Greater Israel theory is a complete farce
As Israel approved a record number of West Bank settlements and the IDF ground operations in southern Lebanon persist, rumours have exploded into the public consciousness about a plan for Greater Israel, partly thanks to Elon Musk's X platform which, seems to be pushing the narrative. »»»
Kremlin flags Hormuz risk, cautious on Magyar victory in Hungarian elections
The Kremlin has warned that a potential US naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz would deliver a direct shock to global markets, even as Moscow positions itself as both an energy anchor and a diplomatic intermediary in a rapidly widening crisis. »»»
The Greater Israel theory is a complete farce
As Israel approved a record number of West Bank settlements and the IDF ground operations in southern Lebanon persist, rumours have exploded into the public consciousness about a plan for Greater Israel, partly thanks to Elon Musk's X platform which, seems to be pushing the narrative. »»»
Kremlin flags Hormuz risk, cautious on Magyar victory in Hungarian elections
The Kremlin has warned that a potential US naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz would deliver a direct shock to global markets, even as Moscow positions itself as both an energy anchor and a diplomatic intermediary in a rapidly widening crisis. »»»
The Greater Israel theory is a complete farce
As Israel approved a record number of West Bank settlements and the IDF ground operations in southern Lebanon persist, rumours have exploded into the public consciousness about a plan for Greater Israel, partly thanks to Elon Musk's X platform which, seems to be pushing the narrative. »»»
The Greater Israel theory is a complete farce
As Israel approved a record number of West Bank settlements and the IDF ground operations in southern Lebanon persist, rumours have exploded into the public consciousness about a plan for Greater Israel, partly thanks to Elon Musk's X platform which, seems to be pushing the narrative. »»»
Iran's business leaders warn of unemployment crisis by June
Business leaders at the Isfahan Chamber of Commerce have warned that Iran faces serious unemployment and supply chain crises within months unless the government takes urgent steps to reduce bureaucracy, restore internet access and support the private sector, the Isfahan Chamber announced on April 1»»»
The Greater Israel theory is a complete farce
As Israel approved a record number of West Bank settlements and the IDF ground operations in southern Lebanon persist, rumours have exploded into the public consciousness about a plan for Greater Israel, partly thanks to Elon Musk's X platform which, seems to be pushing the narrative. »»»
Czech Colt CZ announces dual listing on Euronext Amsterdam
Czech weaponry manufacturer Colt CZ has announced the admission to listing and trading of its shares on the regulated market of Amsterdam’s Euronext bourse. Trading of Colt CZ shares is expected to commence on April 15 at »»»
Czechoslovak Group owner said to be in talks with PPF to acquire largest commercial TV station in Slovakia
Michal Strnad, Czech owner of regional weaponry and ammunition conglomerate Czechoslovak Group (CSG), is said to be in talks with the richest Czech investment company PPF Group over a sale of TV Markíza, the biggest commercial television station in Slovakia. »»»
Croatia’s seasonal workers demand higher pay as labour shortages persist
Seasonal workers in Croatia are demanding higher wages ahead of the summer tourist season, as ongoing labour shortages have forced employers to recruit both regionally and from as far afield as South Asia. A survey by Alma»»»
Moldova prepares damage claims against Russia over energy infrastructure and environmental damage
Moldova is finalising an assessment of damages caused by attacks on its energy infrastructure and the pollution of the Dniester River, with plans to submit a formal compensation claim to the Russian Federation, Foreign Minister Mihai Popșoi said. »»»
€7.3 Billion on the Table: Is Bulgarian Business Ready for Europe’s Defense Boom?
Europe is undergoing a fundamental shift in how it approaches defense, moving beyond increased spending toward the creation of an entirely new industrial ecosystem. At the center of this transformation is the European defense Fund (EDF), backed by €7.3 billion for the 2021-2027 period and more than»»»
UAE consumers lose 83 million hours a year to slow, broken service
Dubai: Customers across the UAE are losing more than 83 million hours each year dealing with slow and inefficient service, highlighting the gap between rising expectations and how support is delivered on the ground. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.New research from Ser»»»
National Repository for Radioactive Waste Unveiled in Kozloduy
A National Repository for Radioactive Waste was unveiled by caretaker Minister of Energy Traicho Traikov near the Kozloduy Nuclear Power Plant on Tuesday. He described the repository as unique and one of the most modern in Europe, allowing Bulgaria to store low- and intermediate-level waste for 60 »»»
Czechoslovak Group owner said to be in talks with PPF to acquire largest commercial TV station in Slovakia
Michal Strnad, Czech owner of regional weaponry and ammunition conglomerate Czechoslovak Group (CSG), is said to be in talks with the richest Czech investment company PPF Group over a sale of TV Markíza, the biggest commercial television station in Slovakia. »»»
Czech Colt CZ announces dual listing on Euronext Amsterdam
Czech weaponry manufacturer Colt CZ has announced the admission to listing and trading of its shares on the regulated market of Amsterdam’s Euronext bourse. Trading of Colt CZ shares is expected to commence on April 15 at »»»
Amir reviews military ties with Turkish Defense Minister
Doha, Qatar: The Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani received His Excellency Yasar Guler, Minister of National Defense of the Republic of Turkiye, at his office in the Amiri Diwan Tuesday morning, April 14, 2026. During the meeting, they reviewed the strategic cooperation between the »»»
HomeRun: Demand for cleaning services has increased by 57% in Romania
The analysis was based on requests for cleaning services recorded in March 2026, which were compared both to activity during the winter months and to the same period last year. Despite this significant seasonal increase, total demand remained stable year-over-year, confirming that the habit of spri»»»
Ministry of Trade and Industry
An inclusive developmental plan and reviving economic relations with African nations Addis Ababa Forum aims to establish a free-trade zone between the three major economic blocs, COMESA, SADEC and EAEC Organizing sophisticated promotional delegations, 14th of next month, which would include Senegal»»»
Vucic: Elections due by July 10 or between September and year's end, MOL deal to be signed soon
BELGRADE - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said on Monday evening parliamentary elections in the country would be held this year, by July 10, or between September and the end of the year. In an interview for the RTS, Vucic said a decision on the timing of the elections would be made by the relev»»»
EGX rebounds on ceasefire hopes, then softens as talks falter
Cairo — Egypt’s stock market staged a sharp recovery in the week to 9 April, before sentiment turned cautious again as ceasefire prospects weakened ahead of the new trading week. The EGX30 surged 4.1% on 8 April to 48,593.99 points, helping the index post weekly gains of nearly 6%. The rally was br»»»
Sadyr Japarov bans naming settlements after individuals - | 24.KG
President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov, at a meeting with residents of Alai district of Osh region, announced that a decision has been made to no longer name villages and ayil okmotu after people. The head of state raised the issue in response to a question from a local resident who suggested naming»»»