US–Iran war clock: May 1 deadline puts Trump under pressure
As the United States edges closer to a critical May 1 deadline in its war with Iran, a decades-old law is quietly becoming one of the most consequential forces shaping the next phase of the conflict. Nearly eight weeks after Washington joined Israeli strikes against Iran, President Donald Trump fac»»»
EIB Vice-President visits Romanian site forming central part of A1 motorway project
European Investment Bank (EIB) Vice-President Ioannis Tsakiris today visited a site near the Romanian city of Curtea de Argeș where a section of the country’s first motorway across the Carpathian Mountains is being built. He observed work on a tunnel that is part of the planned A1 motorway, which i»»»
Analysis: Gold market undergoes normal consolidation despite talk of collapse
Recently, headlines have increasingly focused on the decline of gold, with some even suggesting a ‘collapse’ of 20% to 25%. However, when looking at the full picture, the situation is different. Gold underwent a correction after hitting an all-time high at the beginning of 2026, but has since recov»»»
US–Iran talks: Can a deal secure Gulf interests this time?
Amid clear signs of uncertainty and the continued “arm-wrestling”-style negotiations between the United States and Iran, the sudden decline in what only a few days ago was described as an imminent agreement or settlement to end the war between the two sides, mediated by Pakistan, raises many fundam»»»
EU unlocks €90bn Ukraine loan and toughest Russia sanctions yet — with a crucial caveat
The European Union voted on April 22 to simultaneously unlock its long-delayed €90bn EU loan for Ukraine and adopt the stalled twentieth sanctions package against Russia, in a diplomatic double act that had been blocked for months by Hungary and Slovakia — both of which finally »»»
EU unlocks €90bn Ukraine loan and toughest Russia sanctions yet — with a crucial caveat
The European Union voted on April 22 to simultaneously unlock its long-delayed €90bn EU loan for Ukraine and adopt the stalled twentieth sanctions package against Russia, in a diplomatic double act that had been blocked for months by Hungary and Slovakia — both of which finally »»»
Disputes Over Quotas Stall Iraq Government Talks
Rivalries within Iraq’s Shiite Coordination Framework have led to a political deadlock over naming a new prime minister, as internal disagreements persist over both the selection mechanism and the division of ministerial posts among the bloc’s factions. According to sources, a meeting of Coordinati»»»
French Delegation in Algeria to Mend Ties, Rebuild Trust
A delegation from the Mouvement des Entreprises de France (Medef) is set to visit Algeria on Thursday, with its president Patrick Martin leading around 40 senior company executives, in an economic push aimed at repairing trade relations strained by political tensions over the past two years. Accord»»»
Naseeb Zakhir claims Al Mafiar Cup in thriller
Doha, Qatar: Naseeb Zakhir captured the Al Mafiar Cup in dramatic fashion, landing the Local Purebred Arabian Conditions race over 1200m (Class 2) for four-year-olds and above, as five runners went to post at Al Rayyan Racecourse yesterday, winning by the narrowest of margins - a nose - in the feat»»»
locally heavy rainfall in western regions
Tunis, April 23 (TAP) — The weather, on Thursday, will be locally cloudy across most regions. Cloud cover will become denser in the afternoon over western areas, with the formation of thunderstorm cells accompanied by locally heavy rainfall.Winds...»»»
A look at China's behind-the-scenes role in Iran war diplomacy
China's role as an unofficial mediator in the latest war in the Middle East is drawing attention across the world as it seeks to project the image of being a responsible global power while U.S. actions are straining its long-standing alliances. China's profile in international diplomacy has risen i»»»
Al Rayyan target another trophy in GCCL final against Al Shabab
Doha, Qatar: Al Rayyan coach Vicente Moreno expects a tough challenge from Saudi Arabia’s Al Shabab in the Gulf Club Champions League (GCCL) final today as his side targets a second trophy in as many weeks. The Lions, who lifted the QSL Cup last week, have produced an impressive campaign in the com»»»
Recipes for Success: Chef Francesco Torcasio, executive chef of Chic Nonna, offers advice
DUBAI: Francesco Torcasio was barely a teenager when he first stepped into a professional kitchen. Aged 15, he took a job in his hometown of Calabria, in southern Italy, at a pastry shop, where he got his first taste of the precision and technique professional cooking demands. Cut to 2017, when he »»»
PMI secures renewed FDA authorisation for IQOS and HEETS
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has renewed the marketing authorisation for Philip Morris International (PMI) to sell specific IQOS and HEETS products as Modified Risk Tobacco Products (MRTP). PMI remains the only company to have secured and maintained such authorisations for heated tobac»»»
Nicusor Dan: I asked parties to de-escalate public rhetoric
President Nicusor Dan said he had asked the parties that participated in the discussions at Cotroceni Palace on Wednesday to "de-escalate" their public rhetoric."We are clearly in a political crisis. This crisis did not start today. For months, misunderstandings have been escalating. What I asked t»»»
Qatar Tourism, Qatari Hotels Association discuss cooperation
Doha, Qatar: The Qatari Hotels Association (QHA) received H E Saad bin Ali Al Kharji, Chairman of Qatar Tourism, along with Omar Abdulrahman Al Jaber, Chief of Tourism Development Sector; Eng. Abdulaziz Ali Al Mawlawi, Chief Executive Officer of Visit Qatar; and Abdullah Mohammed Al Falasi, Directo»»»
Currency strain forces Bank Indonesia to delay rate cuts
Bank Indonesia (BI) opted for stability over stimulus during its April 2026 policy meeting, maintaining the 7-day Reverse Repo Rate at 4.75%, Capital Economics reveals. The decision, while unanimous among market observers, underscores a delicate balancing act: Governor Perry Warjiyo is currently tr»»»
Currency strain forces Bank Indonesia to delay rate cuts
Bank Indonesia (BI) opted for stability over stimulus during its April 2026 policy meeting, maintaining the 7-day Reverse Repo Rate at 4.75%, Capital Economics reveals. The decision, while unanimous among market observers, underscores a delicate balancing act: Governor Perry Warjiyo is currently tr»»»
Currency strain forces Bank Indonesia to delay rate cuts
Bank Indonesia (BI) opted for stability over stimulus during its April 2026 policy meeting, maintaining the 7-day Reverse Repo Rate at 4.75%, Capital Economics reveals. The decision, while unanimous among market observers, underscores a delicate balancing act: Governor Perry Warjiyo is currently tr»»»
Suarez off mark but Messi fires blanks as Miami beat Salt Lake
Los Angeles, United States: Luis Suarez scored his first goal of the Major League Soccer season but Lionel Messi failed to get on the scoresheet as champions Inter Miami struck late to beat Real Salt Lake 2-0 on Wednesday. Fans who had paid eye-watering ticket prices averaging more than $450 to see»»»
Mexico to beef up security at tourist sites after shooting at pyramids in lead up to World Cup
SAN JUAN TEOTIHUACAN, Mexico: Officers with bomb-sniffing dogs circled cars and searched bags of tourists filing into historic pyramids outside of Mexico City on Wednesday just days after a man opened fire on tourists. The heightened surveillance was part of a promise by Mexican authorities followi»»»
‘Qatar’s diplomacy helps contain escalation, ensures int’l stability’
Khaled Al Hameidi Doha In the midst of one of the most volatile regional crises in recent years, Qatar has emerged as a central diplomatic actor, deploying coordinated political, strategic, and economic efforts aimed at de-escalation, preserving the ceasefire, and ensuring the continued flow of glo»»»
QHA, Qatar Tourism review sector outlook amid regional developments
Tribune News Network Doha The Qatari Hotels Association (QHA) convened a high-level meeting with senior officials from Qatar Tourism to assess the current state of the tourism and hospitality sector and explore measures to sustain growth amid ongoing regional developments. The meeting brought toget»»»
Cabinet commends Amir’s efforts to de-escalate regional tensions
QNA Doha The Cabinet has commended the efforts of His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani in working to de-escalate tensions, promote peace, and prioritize diplomacy and dialogue as the primary means of resolving disputes. During its weekly meeting, chaired by Pr»»»
Report says US blocked $500mn cash shipment to Iraq over pro-Iran attacks
BAGHDAD: The United States blocked a plane carrying nearly $500 million in banknotes from delivering the cash to Iraq, US media reported on Tuesday, piling pressure on Baghdad to fight Iran-backed militant groups. The Wall Street Journal reported that Washington has suspended cash shipments to Iraq»»»
Pope Leo XIV speaks against inequality on visit to Equatorial Guinea - UPI.com
1 of 2 | Pope Leo XIV waves during a welcome ceremony upon his arrival Saturday at 4 de Fevereiro International Airport in Luanda, Angola. On Wednesday, the pope spoke to officials in Equatorial Guinea, the last stop on his trip. File photo Jose Sena Goulao/EPA April 22 (UPI) -- On the final stop o»»»
Report says US blocked $500 million cash shipment to Iraq over pro-Iran attacks
Washington: The United States blocked a plane carrying nearly $500 million in banknotes from delivering the cash to Iraq, US media reported on Tuesday, piling pressure on Baghdad to fight Iran-backed militant groups. The Wall Street Journal reported that Washington has suspended cash shipments to I»»»
Why oil will get costlier the more Hormuz disruption drags on amid war risks
Dubai: Oil prices are likely to remain elevated, and could rise further in the near term, as ongoing disruption in the Strait of Hormuz and uncertainty surrounding the conflict involving Iran continue to tighten global supply conditions. Brent crude rose 1.7% to $100.16 per barrel on Wednesday, ref»»»
Moldovan oligarch Plahotniuc gets 19-year sentence in $1bn bank fraud case
Businessman and former political power broker Vladimir Plahotniuc received on April 22 a 19-year sentence for five counts including the appropriation of $39mn and €3.5mn as part of a criminal organised group responsible for the 2014-2015 bank fraud known as the $1bn bank fraud. »»»
El Salvador prosecutors present witnesses in MS-13 mega-trial - UPI.com
El Salvador President Nayib Bukele's judicial branch has taken on hundreds of alleged MS-13 members in a mass trial. File Photo by Rodrigo Sura/EPA April 22 (UPI) -- The Attorney General's Office of El Salvador presented new witnesses in the trial against 486 alleged members of the Mara Salvatrucha»»»
Trump’s Iran war a strategic ‘disaster,’ expert tells RT
The war with Iran has been a strategic disaster for the US, leaving President Donald Trump in a weaker position at home and damaging American credibility, Quincy Institute co-founder Trita Parsi has told RT. He added that the conflict, which he said Israel had pushed for, had not unfolded as Washin»»»
ISIS Shifts Priorities, Seeks to Raise Cost of Rule in Syria
Syria has moved since early this year from internal unrest in the northeast, the coast, and the south to relative calm and attempts to impose a new security and political order, most clearly seen in the security file and in an agreement with the Syrian Democratic Forces. But the shift has set up an»»»
Peru election mired in crisis as ballot dispute delays runoff and topples electoral chief
Peru's general election, held on April 12, has produced what its fragmented political system reliably delivers: no first-round winner, a disputed count and a paralysed electoral authority. With no candidate near an outright majority, a runoff on June 7 is now certain. But who will face conservative»»»
Peru election mired in crisis as ballot dispute delays runoff and topples electoral chief
Peru's general election, held on April 12, has produced what its fragmented political system reliably delivers: no first-round winner, a disputed count and a paralysed electoral authority. With no candidate near an outright majority, a runoff on June 7 is now certain. But who will face conservative»»»
Latin America oils up as Hormuz crisis reshapes global energy supply
The conflict that has effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, a conduit for one-fifth of global crude and a significant share of gas supplies, has done more than spike oil prices. It has laid bare how dangerously concentrated energy supply had become around a single chokepoint, sending importers s»»»
Latin America oils up as Hormuz crisis reshapes global energy supply
The conflict that has effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, a conduit for one-fifth of global crude and a significant share of gas supplies, has done more than spike oil prices. It has laid bare how dangerously concentrated energy supply had become around a single chokepoint, sending importers s»»»
Mystery surrounds migrants U.S. wants to send to Paraguay; some rejected - UPI.com
Migrants from their their plane at the Guatemalan Air Force base after arriving on the last deportation flight of the year from the United States, in Guatemala City, Guatemala, on December 30, 2025. File Photo by Alex Cruz/EPA ASUNCIÓN, Paraguay, April 22 (UPI) -- Paraguay has rejected nine of the »»»
Milei pushes sweeping overhaul of Argentina's electoral system - UPI.com
Proposed electoral reform revives one of Argentine President Javier Milei's campaign promises. File Photo by Demian Alday Estevez/EPA BUENOS AIRES, April 22 (UPI) -- President Javier Milei said he will send Congress a bill Wednesday to overhaul Argentina's electoral system, including eliminating pr»»»
Latin America oils up as Hormuz crisis reshapes global energy supply
The conflict that has effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, a conduit for one-fifth of global crude and a significant share of gas supplies, has done more than spike oil prices. It has laid bare how dangerously concentrated energy supply had become around a single chokepoint, sending importers s»»»
Latin America oils up as Hormuz crisis reshapes global energy supply
The conflict that has effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, a conduit for one-fifth of global crude and a significant share of gas supplies, has done more than spike oil prices. It has laid bare how dangerously concentrated energy supply had become around a single chokepoint, sending importers s»»»
Latin America oils up as Hormuz crisis reshapes global energy supply
The conflict that has effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, a conduit for one-fifth of global crude and a significant share of gas supplies, has done more than spike oil prices. It has laid bare how dangerously concentrated energy supply had become around a single chokepoint, sending importers s»»»
Latin America oils up as Hormuz crisis reshapes global energy supply
The conflict that has effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, a conduit for one-fifth of global crude and a significant share of gas supplies, has done more than spike oil prices. It has laid bare how dangerously concentrated energy supply had become around a single chokepoint, sending importers s»»»
Latin America oils up as Hormuz crisis reshapes global energy supply
The conflict that has effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, a conduit for one-fifth of global crude and a significant share of gas supplies, has done more than spike oil prices. It has laid bare how dangerously concentrated energy supply had become around a single chokepoint, sending importers s»»»
Latin America oils up as Hormuz crisis reshapes global energy supply
The conflict that has effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, a conduit for one-fifth of global crude and a significant share of gas supplies, has done more than spike oil prices. It has laid bare how dangerously concentrated energy supply had become around a single chokepoint, sending importers s»»»
Latin America oils up as Hormuz crisis reshapes global energy supply
The conflict that has effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, a conduit for one-fifth of global crude and a significant share of gas supplies, has done more than spike oil prices. It has laid bare how dangerously concentrated energy supply had become around a single chokepoint, sending importers s»»»
Latin America oils up as Hormuz crisis reshapes global energy supply
The conflict that has effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, a conduit for one-fifth of global crude and a significant share of gas supplies, has done more than spike oil prices. It has laid bare how dangerously concentrated energy supply had become around a single chokepoint, sending importers s»»»
Latin America oils up as Hormuz crisis reshapes global energy supply
The conflict that has effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, a conduit for one-fifth of global crude and a significant share of gas supplies, has done more than spike oil prices. It has laid bare how dangerously concentrated energy supply had become around a single chokepoint, sending importers s»»»
Latin America oils up as Hormuz crisis reshapes global energy supply
The conflict that has effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, a conduit for one-fifth of global crude and a significant share of gas supplies, has done more than spike oil prices. It has laid bare how dangerously concentrated energy supply had become around a single chokepoint, sending importers s»»»
Latin America oils up as Hormuz crisis reshapes global energy supply
The conflict that has effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, a conduit for one-fifth of global crude and a significant share of gas supplies, has done more than spike oil prices. It has laid bare how dangerously concentrated energy supply had become around a single chokepoint, sending importers s»»»
Latin America oils up as Hormuz crisis reshapes global energy supply
The conflict that has effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, a conduit for one-fifth of global crude and a significant share of gas supplies, has done more than spike oil prices. It has laid bare how dangerously concentrated energy supply had become around a single chokepoint, sending importers s»»»