Bus Carrying Ukrainian Passengers Overturns En Route to Turkiye, At Least Two Killed
A bus carrying 39 Ukrainian citizens, 37 passengers and two drivers, overturned on Wednesday shortly before 7 a.m. on the road leading to the Malko Tarnovo border control checkpoint with Turkiye, Malko Tarnovo Mayor Iliyan Yanchev told BTA. The bus stopped on the road due to a lack of fuel, then ro»»»
Alliance for Rights and Freedoms: We Accept Election Result with Political Integrity, Trust Is Earned Through Consistency
The Alliance for Rights and Freedoms (ARF) said on Wednesday in a Facebook post that "the result of the April 19 elections is clear. We accept this result with political integrity and with the clear understanding that trust is earned through consistency, character, and effective work." "The ARF was»»»
China warns Middle East at ‘critical juncture’ after Trump extends ceasefire
BEIJING: China warned on Wednesday that the situation in the Middle East was at a “critical juncture” after US President Donald Trump extended a ceasefire to allow Iran more time to negotiate. Trump indefinitely pushed back the end of the two-week truce on Tuesday with Tehran yet to respond but he »»»
Cato Institute: Iran War Reveals Mounting US Losses and Exposure of Forward Bases
According to a study by the Cato Institute, the US war with Iran—despite demonstrating overwhelming firepower during Operation Epic Fury—resulted in significant strategic and material losses that exposed the fragility of Washington’s military posture in the region. The Cato Institute notes that whi»»»
UK inflation rises in March as prices at pump spike higher after Iran war
Inflation in the U.K. climbed in March after a sharp jump in prices at the pump in the wake of the disruption to energy supplies caused by the Iran war, official figures showed Wednesday. The Office for National Statistics said the annual consumer price inflation rate increased to a three-month hig»»»
Al-Manar correspondent in south Lebanon reports Israeli artillery shelling on the outskirts of Houla border town - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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US Turns Off Dollar Tap to Squeeze Iraq Over Iran-Backed Militias
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The United States has suspended shipments of US dollars to Iraq and frozen select security cooperation programs, stepping up pressure on Baghdad to clamp down on Iran-backed militias, The Wall Street Journal reported, citing Iraqi and American officials. Following the 2003 invasi»»»
Hezbollah buries fighters killed in war with Israel in Kfar Sir
Hezbollah held a mass funeral in south Lebanon's Kfar Sir on Tuesday for more than a dozen fighters killed during more than six weeks of war with Israel. The ceremony came after Israel and Lebanon entered into a 10-day ceasefire on Friday announced by U.S. President Donald Trump. Iran-backed Hezbol»»»
Israeli strike on West Bekaa kills one despite truce
An Israeli strike on Lebanon's Bekaa region killed one person and wounded two others on Wednesday, Lebanese state media reported, despite an ongoing truce between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah. "One person was killed and two others were wounded as a result of an attack carried out by an enemy dr»»»
UK Inflation Jumps in March as Middle East War Propels Energy Prices
Britain's annual inflation rate jumped to 3.3 percent in March as the Middle East war sent oil and gas prices surging, official data showed Wednesday. The Consumer Prices Index (CPI) increased from 3.0 percent in the 12 months to February, the Office for National Statistics said in a statement. "In»»»
Israeli Strike on Lebanon's Bekaa Kills One Despite Truce
An Israeli drone strike on Lebanon's Bekaa region killed one person and injured two others on Wednesday, Lebanese state media reported, despite an ongoing truce between Israel Hezbollah. "One person was killed and two others were wounded as a result of an attack carried out by an enemy drone at daw»»»
DMCC bets big on Uptown Dubai with new twin office towers
Dubai: Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) announced the launch of new commercial towers in Uptown Dubai, adding more than 560,000 square feet of luxury office space as demand from finance and technology firms gathers pace. The twin developments — One Uptown Place and Two Uptown Place — will take»»»
Global Village Dubai reopens: What’s new, what’s back, and what to eat and ride
There are few places in Dubai where you can still eat luqaimat under fairy lights and enjoy Thai noodles from a floating boat, all in one evening, all without emptying your wallet. And after its closure during the Iran–Israel–US conflict, Global Village is finally open again. It's almost the same a»»»
Israel Destroys Infrastructure in Southern Lebanon to Prevent Residents’ Return
Israel is escalating its campaign in southern Lebanon beyond direct military operations, pursuing what Lebanese officials describe as a systematic destruction of infrastructure, particularly in villages along the so-called “Yellow Line.” Hospitals, schools, and water, electricity and telecommunicat»»»
Khalifa Fund launches on-the-spot funding for entrepreneurs
Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development is taking part in the first edition of the Abu Dhabi Global Entrepreneurship Festival, where it launched a new initiative aimed at supporting business owners with faster access to funding. The event, held at the Abu Dhabi Energy Center from April 20 to 22, br»»»
Bloomberg quotes Vortexa cargo tracking group: Iran is still able to export its oil despite US blockade - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Pentagon Intel Believes Iran Retains Considerable Military Might - Reports
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - US intelligence believes Iran has retained significant military might, despite America's assetions that Iran's defensive and offensive capabilities have been eliminated, NBC News reports, citing US lawmakers. The intelligence data contradicts statements by Pentagon chief Pete Heg»»»
Iran’s Armed Forces ‘Have Hands on Trigger’ to Respond to Any Attack
The spokesman of Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters has warned that the country’s armed forces have their hands on the trigger, fully prepared to immediately strike predetermined targets if the United States or ‘Israel’ commits any aggression. In a statement issued early on Wednesday, the»»»
Qatar attends WIPO Assemblies of Member States meetings
Geneva: The State of Qatar participated in the 67th Series of Meetings of the Assemblies of the Member States of World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), dedicated to confirming the appointment of the Director General of the Organization, held Tuesday in Geneva. Permanent Representative of »»»
Iranian gunboat targets container ship off Oman coast
Iran fired on a container ship in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, damaging the vessel and complicating efforts to bring the United States and Iran together in Pakistan for talks to end the war. The morning attack by Iran's paramilitary Revolutionary Guard came after U.S. President Donald Trump s»»»
Trump Declares Iran Ceasefire Extension
US President Donald Trump said he would indefinitely extend the ceasefire with Iran to allow for further peace talks, although it was not clear on Wednesday if Iran or Israel would agree. Trump said in a statement on social media the US had agreed to a request by Pakistani mediators "to hold our At»»»
Dubai gold drops again — but global prices are rising. Here's why it is happening
Dubai: Gold prices in Dubai dropped sharply on Wednesday morning as markets reacted to easing geopolitical tensions following a US move to extend a ceasefire with Iran. Spot gold rose 1.48 per cent to $4,770.01 per ounce, as of 11:07 am UAE time, after falling to its lowest level since April 13 on»»»
Pope visiting Equatorial Guinea prison in spotlight after US migrant deportations
MALABO: Pope Leo XIV is visiting one of Equatorial Guinea’s notorious prisons Wednesday, drawing attention to human rights abuses that campaigners have denounced for years and especially after the US began deporting third-country migrants here. Leo’s visit to the prison in Bata, the central African»»»
Pope visiting Equatorial Guinea prison in spotlight after US migrant deportations
MALABO: Pope Leo XIV is visiting one of Equatorial Guinea’s notorious prisons Wednesday, drawing attention to human rights abuses that campaigners have denounced for years and especially after the US began deporting third-country migrants here. Leo’s visit to the prison in Bata, the central African»»»
Trump extends ceasefire, says giving Iran time to negotiate
President Donald Trump extended the U.S. ceasefire with Iran to allow more time for peace talks, with Tehran silent on the decision early Wednesday. Trump indefinitely pushed back the end of the two week truce, crediting a request from mediator Pakistan and stressing the need to give Iran's "fractu»»»
Mossad Agent 'M' Killed Abroad Played Significant Role in Israel's Wars on Iran
An agent of Israel’s Mossad, identified as “M”, was killed abroad during operations against Iran, Mossad Director David Barnea said on Tuesday during an Israeli Remembrance Day ceremony for the organization's fallen. The agent played a major role in collecting intelligence related to Israel’s wars »»»
Iranian Gunboat Targets Container Ship Off Oman Coast
An Iranian gunboat fired at a container ship off the coast of Oman on Wednesday, causing damage but no casualties, a British maritime security agency said. "The master of a container ship reported that the vessel was approached by one IRGC gunboat... that then fired upon the vessel, which has cause»»»
Gaza: One Palestinian martyred others injured after an Israeli drone targeted civilians trying to remove the rubble of their home in Jabalia - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Israeli strike on West Bekaa kills one despite truce
An Israeli strike on Lebanon's Bekaa region killed one person and wounded two others on Wednesday, Lebanese state media reported, despite an ongoing truce between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah. "One person was killed and two others were wounded as a result of an attack carried out by an enemy dr»»»
Jumbo Electronics announces partnership with NSquare Xperts to accelerate enterprise digital transformation
Doha, Qatar: Jumbo Electronics, a leading technology and enterprise solutions provider in the region, has announced a strategic partnership with NSquare Xperts, a global digital transformation and enterprise modernisation specialist. This collaboration represents a significant step forward in Jumbo»»»
State Secretary proposes museum in former detention facility in Osh - | 24.KG
State Secretary of Kyrgyzstan, Arslan Koichiev, proposed preserving the historic building of the former pretrial detention center in Osh and converting it into a museum. He announced this on Facebook. According to him, the building is located in the city center and has historical value. As Arslan K»»»
Macedonia and Kazakhstan sign two agreements on strengthening economic cooperation
Skopje, 20 April 2026 (MIA) - Macedonia and Kazakhstan signed Monday an agreement on setting up a bilateral business council and a memorandum for promotion of trade and economic cooperation, aimed at strengthening economic ties and increasing trade exchange. Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and F»»»
Oil prices barely moved as investors assess outlook for US-Iran peace talks
TOKYO: Oil prices were largely flat on Wednesday after rising about $1 at the start of Asian trading, with investors assessing the outlook for US-Iran peace talks following the US extension of a ceasefire. Brent crude futures were up 3 cents, or 0.02 percent, at $98.51 a barrel at 07:38 a.m. Saud»»»
UDC posts QR71m net profit on revenues of QR459m in Q1
Doha, Qatar: United Development Company (UDC), a leading Qatari public shareholding company and the master developer of The Pearl and Gewan Islands, announced its financial results for the first quarter of 2026, reporting net profit of QR71m on revenues of QR459m. The net profit attributable to the»»»
GWC Group closes Q1 with QR33.7m net profit in full delivery of plan
Doha, Qatar: Gulf Warehousing Company (GWC Group), one of the region’s leading logistics groups providing cross-border and integrated logistics solutions, released its financial performance data for the first quarter of 2026 following a Board of Directors meeting held yesterday and chaired by GWC G»»»
Japan’s Machida Zelvia squeeze into Asian Champions League Elite final
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia: Tournament debutants Machida Zelvia secured a place in a first Asian Champions League (Elite) final following a controversial 1-0 victory against UAE side Shabab Al Ahli in Jeddah yesterday. The Japanese team, who until this season had never appeared in the continent’s premier»»»
Syrian President arrives in Doha
Doha, Qatar: President of the Syrian Arab Republic HE Ahmed Al Sharaa arrived in Doha today on a working visit to the country. His Excellency and the accompanying delegation were welcomed upon arrival at Doha International Airport by HE Director of the Protocol Department at the Ministry of Foreign»»»
One martyred two others injured in an Israeli drone strike at dawn on the outskirts of Al-Jbour in the West Bekaa District, eastern Lebanon: NNA - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Iran fires on container ship in Strait of Hormuz
DUBAI: Iran’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard opened fire Wednesday on a container ship in the Strait of Hormuz, damaging the ship and further raising the stakes as planned ceasefire talks in Pakistan failed to materialize. The British military’s United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations center sai»»»
Israeli strike on Lebanon’s Bekaa kills one despite truce: state media
BEIRUT: An Israeli strike on Lebanon’s Bekaa region killed one person and wounded two others on Wednesday, Lebanese state media reported, despite an ongoing truce between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah.“One person was killed and two others were wounded as a result of an attack carried out by an e»»»
Education Ministry launches expanded 2026-27 scholarship plan
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MoEHE) has launched Government Scholarship Plan for the 2026–2027 academic year, introducing a range of qualitative programs and benefits aimed at enhancing human capital and aligning higher education outcomes with the strategic needs of »»»
Iran fires on container ship in Strait of Hormuz
DUBAI: Iran’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard opened fire Wednesday on a container ship in the Strait of Hormuz, damaging the ship and further raising the stakes as planned ceasefire talks in Pakistan failed to materialize. The British military’s United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations center sai»»»
Thailand decides to reduce visa-free stay for tourists from 93 countries - | 24.KG
Thailand plans to reduce the visa-free stay from 60 to 30 days for citizens of 93 countries and territories, Bangkok Post reported. According to the Kingdom’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sihasak Phuangketkeow, this is being done to combat crime, particularly fraudsters who abuse visa-free stays by»»»
Arab Foreign Ministers Condemn Hormuz Closure, Demand Iran Pay Reparations
Arab foreign ministers have condemned Iran's threats to close the Strait of Hormuz and disrupt international navigation, demanding, in a virtual meeting they held on Tuesday, that Tehran be compelled to compensate and make amends for the economic losses resulting from these threats. The Secretary-G»»»
UAE to confront ‘extremism in all forms’ vows Sheikh Abdullah after terrorist plot foiled
Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, received a phone call from Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al Ahmad Al Sabah, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the sisterly State of Kuwait. During the call, Sheikh Jarrah Al Sabah condemned the terrorist plot »»»
“I wasn’t trying to go viral”: Kritika Kamra on her wedding buzz and real ambitions
Dubai: “I am not going to give in to the algorithm and the populist,” says Kritika Kamra, Bollywood actress and new bride, with a clarity that feels deliberate rather than performative. The comment comes soon after her intimate March 11th Mumbai wedding quietly turned into a social media storm. Wha»»»
Qatar urges return to talks, supports mediation efforts
Doha, Qatar: Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari has said that Qatar fully supports mediation efforts undertaken by Pakistan to end US-Iran war. “Qatar continues its ongoing communication with various parties, »»»
Iran Executes Man Accused of Spying for Israel
Iran executed a man convicted of spying for Israel’s intelligence service and passing sensitive information, the judiciary's news outlet Mizan reported on Wednesday. Mizan identified the man as Mehdi Farid, saying he had held a position in a civil defense unit within a sensitive organization and»»»
Sidra Medicine unveils Qatar’s first advanced gene-editing therapy for blood disorders
Doha, Qatar: A major step forward in treating inherited blood disorders in Qatar Sidra Medicine a member of Qatar Foundation is now offering a new gene therapy to eligible patients. The hospital has been qualified by Vertex Pharmaceuticals to administer Casgevy, a one-time treatment designed for pa»»»
US-Iran Talks Test Power Balances in Tehran as National Security Council Comes to the Forefront
After US-Israeli bombardment eliminated Iran’s supreme leader and much of its top echelons, the country’s leadership didn’t fall apart — but negotiations to end the war offer a new test. For decades, the supreme leader successfully managed several powerful factions, bringing to heel those who chall»»»