Trump threatens 50% tariffs on those who supply Iran weapons - UPI.com
President Donald Trump speaks during a briefing on Iran at the White House on Monday. On Wednesday, he announced that any country supplying weapons to Iran will face a 50% tariff. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo April 8 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump announced Wednesday morning that any c»»»
Scores Killed as Israel Strikes Central Beirut After Saying Iran Ceasefire Doesn’t Apply There
Israeli strikes hit several dense commercial and residential areas in central Beirut without warning on Wednesday afternoon, hours after a ceasefire was announced in the US-Israeli war with Iran. Lebanon’s health ministry said at least 89 people were killed and 700 were wounded. US President Donald»»»
From 'Stone Age' to 'Golden Age': Trump’s Iran pivot
US President Donald Trump’s rhetoric on the Iran war has undergone a striking shift — from threats of overwhelming destruction to projecting a “Golden Age of the Middle East” following a fragile ceasefire agreement. As Washington and Tehran enter a two-week truce aimed at paving the way for negotia»»»
Lick up, kick down: A psychiatrist’s view of how Orbán created a sick society
In Hungarian society, the rules of baseness have taken root: be ruthless, be selfish, lick upwards, kick downwards, despise the weak. We spoke with psychiatrist and writer Péter Hunčík about how society and political power have changed over the past 16 years of prime minister Viktor Orbán’s rule. F»»»
UK PM arrives in Saudi Arabia, welcomes Iran war truce
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer arrived Wednesday in Saudi Arabia, on the first stop of a Gulf tour aimed at bolstering the ceasefire in the Middle East war, Downing Street said. Starmer — on his first visit to the region since the US-Israeli war against Iran started on February 28 — was expect»»»
Alleged Scottish gang boss extradited from Bali to Amsterdam - UPI.com
Scottish national Steven Lyons is escorted by police officers at the Bali Police headquarters in Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia, on March 31. Indonesian immigration officials arrested him at Bali Airport on March 28, acting on an Interpol Red Notice following his arrival from Singapore. Lyons was extrad»»»
Hegseth proclaims ‘overwhelming victory’ after cease-fire with Iran - UPI.com
1 of 4 | Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth speaks during a press briefing at the Pentagon in Arlington, Va. on Wednesday. On Tuesday, the United States and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire, with the United States suspending bombing in Iran for two weeks if the country reopens the Straight of Hor»»»
Panic in Lebanon as Israel Carries out Most Violent Strikes on Capital
Lebanon's government said Wednesday Israeli strikes killed dozens and wounded hundreds across the country, with the capital Beirut hit by the most violent bombardment since the start of the war with militant group Hezbollah. AFPTV's live broadcast showed plumes of smoke rising over Beirut and the s»»»
Large-scale Israeli strikes hit Beirut, Lebanese areas despite U.S.-Iran truce - UPI.com
Israel carried out strikes in Lebanon on Wednesday, hours after the United States and Iran reached a Pakistani-mediated two-week cease-fire. Photo by Wael Hamzeh/EPA BEIRUT, Lebanon, April 8 (UPI) -- Israel carried out intensive, large-scale airstrikes on Wednesday, targeting several neighborhoods »»»
BAFTA racial slur was breach of BBC editorial standards: internal probe
BAFTA racial slur was breach of BBC editorial standards: internal probe London: The BBC breached its own editorial standards by broadcasting a racial slur during the BAFTA awards ceremony, an internal probe found Wednesday. The finding follows a "fast-tracked" investigation ordered by former Direct»»»
Tehran’s call: How Mojtaba Khamenei sealed the Iran deal
Dubai: In the end, the deal was not decided in Washington — but in Tehran, where Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei quietly gave the green light, a decisive intervention that broke weeks of deadlock, according to Axios. The ceasefire that followed brought a sudden halt to weeks of escalating confronta»»»
Multiple Israeli Airstrikes Hit Central Beirut Hours after US and Iran Announce Ceasefire
Multiple Israeli airstrikes hit central Beirut hours after US and Iran announce ceasefire. The Israeli military said it struck around 100 Hezbollah sites across Lebanon on Wednesday, describing the operation as the "largest coordinated strike" since the war with Iran began. "The -army- completed th»»»
Multiple coordinated airstrikes hit Beirut and its suburbs
Israel launched a series of strikes on Beirut on Wednesday, hitting several parts of the capital as well as its southern suburbs. Loud booms could be heard throughout the city and smoke was rising from several points. Several of the strikes were in busy commercial and densely populated locations, w»»»
How Pakistan’s quiet diplomacy drives US-Iran ceasefire breakthrough
Dubai: After weeks of intense behind-the-scenes diplomacy, Pakistan has emerged as a central player in brokering a fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran, a breakthrough that diplomats say would not have been possible without Islamabad’s sustained efforts since the conflict began. The»»»
Bulgaria to Open 493 Polling Stations in 55 Countries for Parliamentary Vote
President Iliana Yotova convened a meeting of institutions responsible for the conduct of the early parliamentary elections on April 19, with a focus on assessing preparedness and ensuring that every vote is properly safeguarded. She stressed that it is essential to evaluate whether the country has»»»
Israeli strike kills eight in Sidon as Israel hits south despite Iran ceasefire
An Israeli strike killed eight people in the Lebanese city of Sidon, the health ministry said Wednesday, as the United States and its allies agreed to a ceasefire with Iran. "The Israeli enemy's strike on Sidon, south Lebanon, resulted in a preliminary toll of eight citizens martyred and 22 wounded»»»
Salam says only state can negotiate for Lebanon, Aoun seeks ceasefire inclusion
President Joseph Aoun welcomed on Wednesday the two-week ceasefire agreed by the United States and Iran, saying he hoped his country would be included in the regional truce. Aoun said Beirut "continued efforts to ensure that the regional peace includes Lebanon in a stable and lasting manner", accor»»»
How UAE families are saving money and cutting back in uncertain times
Times have been a bit tough, of late. But chin up, chin up, as Dubai-based Shraddha Mishra, a homemaker insists on telling her children. "There's always a way forward, and that's what we do." Indeed, in the past one month, she along with other residents have looked to make changes in their lives, c»»»
Seoul stocks jump nearly 7 pct as U.S., Iran agree on 2-week ceasefire - UPI.com
This photo, taken Wednesday, shows the trading room of Hana Bank in central Seoul as South Korean stocks jumped nearly 7 percent after the United States and Iran agreed on a two-week ceasefire. Photo by Yonhap South Korean stocks spiked nearly 7 percent after the United States and Iran agreed on a »»»
Zelenskiy, Welcoming Iran De-Escalation, Says Ukraine Ready for Ceasefire with Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Wednesday he welcomed the ceasefire between the US and Iran, adding that Kyiv was ready to "respond in kind" if Moscow ceased strikes. "Ukraine has always called for a ceasefire in the war waged by Russia here in Europe against our state and our peo»»»
Russian Drone Damages Infrastructure at Ukraine’s Largest Danube Port
A Russian overnight drone attack on Ukraine's largest Danube river port, Izmail, damaged a port facility, Ukraine's regional development ministry said on Telegram on Wednesday. "The enemy continues to target logistics and port infrastructure," the ministry said. According to its Telegram post, f»»»
Vance arrives in Hungary to back Viktor Orban’s re-election bid
US Vice President J.D. Vance has met with Viktor Orban in Budapest in a high-profile visit ahead of a critical parliamentary election. The Hungarian prime minister’s party is trailing that of his pro-EU opponent in the polls, and he has accused Brussels of interfering in the vote. Vance touched dow»»»
Stress and early menopause: UAE doctors’ insights for women under 45
For women who experience premature menopause, before 45, and especially under 40, the stakes for heart health are higher than most realise. The early loss of estrogen, which naturally protects the cardiovascular system, leaves the heart vulnerable to high blood pressure, inflammation, and stiffenin»»»
Israeli strike kills eight in Lebanon's Sidon despite Iran ceasefire
An Israeli strike killed eight people in the Lebanese city of Sidon, the health ministry said Wednesday, as the United States and its allies agreed to a ceasefire with Iran. "The Israeli enemy's strike on Sidon, south Lebanon, resulted in a preliminary toll of eight citizens martyred and 22 wounded»»»
On This Day, April 8: Truman orders seizure of steel industry - UPI.com
On April 8, 1952, U.S. President Harry Truman ordered government seizure of the steel industry to avoid a general strike. 1 of 3 | On April 8, 1952, U.S. President Harry Truman ordered government seizure of the steel industry to avoid a general strike. File Photo courtesy of the U.S. Navy April 8 (»»»
Ceasefire: Iran, US agree to two-week Gulf War pause and 10-point plan
In a last-minute deal, US President Donald Trump pulled the world back from the brink of a massive escalation in the Gulf War and announced he had agreed to a two week suspension of military operations against Iran after he agreed to a 10-point plan proposed by Iran that contains most of their maxi»»»
Ceasefire: Iran, US agree to two-week Gulf War pause and 10-point plan
In a last-minute deal, US President Donald Trump pulled the world back from the brink of a massive escalation in the Gulf War and announced he had agreed to a two week suspension of military operations against Iran after he agreed to a 10-point plan proposed by Iran that contains most of their maxi»»»
Ceasefire: Iran, US agree to two-week Gulf War pause and 10-point plan
In a last-minute deal, US President Donald Trump pulled the world back from the brink of a massive escalation in the Gulf War and announced he had agreed to a two week suspension of military operations against Iran after he agreed to a 10-point plan proposed by Iran that contains most of their maxi»»»
Ceasefire: Iran, US agree to two-week Gulf War pause and 10-point plan
In a last-minute deal, US President Donald Trump pulled the world back from the brink of a massive escalation in the Gulf War and announced he had agreed to a two week suspension of military operations against Iran after he agreed to a 10-point plan proposed by Iran that contains most of their maxi»»»
Ceasefire: Iran, US agree to two-week Gulf War pause and 10-point plan
In a last-minute deal, US President Donald Trump pulled the world back from the brink of a massive escalation in the Gulf War and announced he had agreed to a two week suspension of military operations against Iran after he agreed to a 10-point plan proposed by Iran that contains most of their maxi»»»
Ceasefire: Iran, US agree to two-week Gulf War pause and 10-point plan
In a last-minute deal, US President Donald Trump pulled the world back from the brink of a massive escalation in the Gulf War and announced he had agreed to a two week suspension of military operations against Iran after he agreed to a 10-point plan proposed by Iran that contains most of their maxi»»»
Ceasefire: Iran, US agree to two-week Gulf War pause and 10-point plan
In a last-minute deal, US President Donald Trump pulled the world back from the brink of a massive escalation in the Gulf War and announced he had agreed to a two week suspension of military operations against Iran after he agreed to a 10-point plan proposed by Iran that contains most of their maxi»»»
Ceasefire: Iran, US agree to two-week Gulf War pause and 10-point plan
In a last-minute deal, US President Donald Trump pulled the world back from the brink of a massive escalation in the Gulf War and announced he had agreed to a two week suspension of military operations against Iran after he agreed to a 10-point plan proposed by Iran that contains most of their maxi»»»
Ceasefire: Iran, US agree to two-week Gulf War pause and 10-point plan
In a last-minute deal, US President Donald Trump pulled the world back from the brink of a massive escalation in the Gulf War and announced he had agreed to a two week suspension of military operations against Iran after he agreed to a 10-point plan proposed by Iran that contains most of their maxi»»»
Ceasefire: Iran, US agree to two-week Gulf War pause and 10-point plan
In a last-minute deal, US President Donald Trump pulled the world back from the brink of a massive escalation in the Gulf War and announced he had agreed to a two week suspension of military operations against Iran after he agreed to a 10-point plan proposed by Iran that contains most of their maxi»»»
Ceasefire: Iran, US agree to two-week Gulf War pause and 10-point plan
In a last-minute deal, US President Donald Trump pulled the world back from the brink of a massive escalation in the Gulf War and announced he had agreed to a two week suspension of military operations against Iran after he agreed to a 10-point plan proposed by Iran that contains most of their maxi»»»
Ceasefire: Iran, US agree to two-week Gulf War pause and 10-point plan
In a last-minute deal, US President Donald Trump pulled the world back from the brink of a massive escalation in the Gulf War and announced he had agreed to a two week suspension of military operations against Iran after he agreed to a 10-point plan proposed by Iran that contains most of their maxi»»»
Philippine inflation accelerates to 4.1% in March amid rising fuel, food costs
Dubai: Philippine inflation has picked up sharply in March, rising to 4.1 percent year-on-year from 2.4 percent in February, exceeding the central bank’s forecast range of 3.1 to 3.9 percent for the month. The increase has been driven by growing price pressures brought by higher energy and food cos»»»
Euro Zone Growth Slows on Surging Energy Costs
The euro zone's private sector expansion weakened sharply in March as the Middle East war drove up energy costs and disrupted supply chains, with overall demand - a key gauge for economic health - falling for the first time in eight months, a survey showed on Tuesday. The S&P Global euro zone Comp»»»
Title rivals Al Sadd and Al Shamal seek wins in high-stakes QSL round
Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Stars League title race heads into a tense penultimate round today, with Al Sadd coach Roberto Mancini warning his side against any slip-ups as Al Shamal pile on the pressure. Al Sadd and Al Shamal lead the charge for the Falcon Shield, but the stakes extend beyond the title »»»
Clouds, scattered rain and cooler weather expected in coming days
Clear skies will prevail over most of the country Wednesday, but from the early afternoon cloud cover and scattered rain will affect much of mainland and northern Greece. The winds will be overall mild, strengthening in the north, and temperatures will hit a high of 23 degrees Celsius in Crete. In »»»
Iran's ambassador to Pakistan signals 'step forward' in US talks as ceasefire push intensifies
Iran's ambassador to Pakistan, Reza Amiri Moghadam, announced a "step forward" in negotiations with the United States on April 7, suggesting Pakistani mediation had helped avert an immediate escalation. "As of now, a step »»»
Trump warns Iranian civilisation could 'die tonight' as US signals major escalation
US President Donald Trump warned that "a whole civilisation will die tonight" in a social media post on April 7, hours before a self-imposed deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face strikes on its civilian infrastructure. »»»
Iran's ambassador to Pakistan signals 'step forward' in US talks as ceasefire push intensifies
Iran's ambassador to Pakistan, Reza Amiri Moghadam, announced a "step forward" in negotiations with the United States on April 7, suggesting Pakistani mediation had helped avert an immediate escalation. "As of now, a step »»»
US strikes hit Kharg Island defences as Iran says oil exports intact
US forces struck military targets on Iran’s Kharg Island on April 7, Donya-e-Eqtesad said, as Iranian sources insisted the country’s main oil export hub remained fully operational despite heavy bombardment. The attacks mar»»»
Iran's ambassador to Pakistan signals 'step forward' in US talks as ceasefire push intensifies
Iran's ambassador to Pakistan, Reza Amiri Moghadam, announced a "step forward" in negotiations with the United States on April 7, suggesting Pakistani mediation had helped avert an immediate escalation. "As of now, a step »»»
US strikes hit Kharg Island defences as Iran says oil exports intact
US forces struck military targets on Iran’s Kharg Island on April 7, Donya-e-Eqtesad said, as Iranian sources insisted the country’s main oil export hub remained fully operational despite heavy bombardment. The attacks mar»»»
Iran's ambassador to Pakistan signals 'step forward' in US talks as ceasefire push intensifies
Iran's ambassador to Pakistan, Reza Amiri Moghadam, announced a "step forward" in negotiations with the United States on April 7, suggesting Pakistani mediation had helped avert an immediate escalation. "As of now, a step »»»
PANNIER: Uzbekistan’s air pollution officials search for lasting solutions
Uzbekistan’s air pollution problem has noticeably worsened over the last several years, but at the end of March authorities strengthened efforts to combat the dilemma. The government introduced a series of measures aimed a»»»
PANNIER: Uzbekistan’s air pollution officials search for lasting solutions
Uzbekistan’s air pollution problem has noticeably worsened over the last several years, but at the end of March authorities strengthened efforts to combat the dilemma. The government introduced a series of measures aimed a»»»