BNE 10m

Military use of Caspian Sea is intolerable, says Kazakhstan’s leader

Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev on April 22 called on countries to refrain from using the Caspian Sea for military purposes. Tokayev did not name any particular countries in his appeal, though since Russia lau»»»

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The Peninsula 15m

US says China used 'intimidation' to block Taiwan leader's Africa trip

Washington, United States: The United States slammed China's "intimidation campaign" on Wednesday after several African countries were reportedly pressured by Beijing to derail an official trip by Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te by revoking overflight permits. Taiwan announced Tuesday that Lai was »»»

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Libya Herald 26m

Libyan Export Development Authority calls for Gulf of Sirte to be assigned as an international nature reserve

The Libyan Export Development Authority (LEDA) called, last Tuesday (21 April), for the Gulf of Sirte to be assigned an international nature reserve. It said this is for the sake of our future generations and the sustainability of Libya’s marine resources. LEDA said the objective is to protect the »»»

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The Peninsula 28m

South Korea's Samsung workers rally in thousands as strike looms

Pyeongtaek, South Korea: Tens of thousands of Samsung Electronics workers rallied in South Korea on Thursday to demand higher pay and bonuses, as their threat of a weeks-long strike hung over the technology giant. Samsung is a major producer of chips used in everything from artificial intelligence »»»

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Al Awsat 35m

Report: Clearing Hormuz Strait Mines Could Take 6 Months

A Pentagon assessment said it could take six months to completely clear the Strait of Hormuz of Iranian-laid mines, which could keep oil prices high, the Washington Post reported on Wednesday. Iran has all but blocked the vital waterway since the start of a war with the United States and Israel, sh»»»

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France24 45m

Zelensky to join European leaders in Cyprus as EU unblocks €90bn Ukraine loan

President Volodymyr Zelensky is scheduled to meet with EU leaders Thursday in Cyprus as the bloc prepares to approve a €90 billion loan for Ukraine, ending a prolonged deadlock. Hungary premier Viktor Orban had vetoed the funds until Kyiv repaired a pipeline hit by a Russian strike – work»»»

france24.com
Al Awsat 47m

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»»»

english.aawsat.com
DW 47m

Could Iran war trigger bigger trade crisis than COVID?

TradeGlobal issuesCould Iran war trigger bigger trade crisis than COVID?Nik MartinAs the Iran war simmers, trade experts ask whether it could reshape supply chains more deeply than COVID-19, forcing companies to rethink strategies to counter further geopolitical shocks. https://p.dw.com/p/5CGIgThe »»»

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The Peninsula 52m

GTA extends 2025 tax return submission deadline until June 30

Doha, Qatar: The General Tax Authority (GTA) has announced an extension of deadline for submitting the tax return for 2025 tax year until June 30, 2026. This step aims to support taxpayers and enhance tax compliance by providing additional time to fulfill their obligations. The Authority calls on a»»»

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The Peninsula 52m

Dukhan Bank named ‘World’s Best Islamic Private Bank’

Doha, Qatar: Dukhan Bank has been named “World’s Best Islamic Private Bank” by Global Finance magazine as part of its World’s Best Islamic Financial Institutions 2026 awards, marking the third consecutive year the Bank has received this prestigious global recognition. This achievement reflects Dukh»»»

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Sana 54m

Syria outlines recovery path, presses for end to Israeli violations

New York, April 23 (SANA) Syria’s permanent representative to the United Nations, Ibrahim Olabi, said Wednesday during a UN Security Council session that Syria is advancing efforts to restore stability and development while urging an end to the repeated Israeli violations. Speaking at a special ses»»»

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Gulf News 56m

Why ICC still has jurisdiction over Duterte despite Philippines’ exit

Dubai: The Appeals Chamber of the International Criminal Court (ICC) has confirmed that it retains jurisdiction in the case against former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte, despite the country’s withdrawal from the court’s founding treaty. In its ruling on April 22, the chamber has rejected in »»»

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The Peninsula 58m

At least 10 killed in Pakistan mining project attack

Quetta, Pakistan: A group of militants killed at least 10 people at a copper and gold mining project in Pakistan's southwestern Balochistan province, officials said on Thursday, the latest violence in a region facing an armed separatist movement. About 40 militants on motorcycles and other vehicles»»»

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Actmedia 1h

IFC expert: Green energy is the answer to cybersecurity

'Green' and renewable energy represents the answer to cybersecurity, Cristian Nacu, Senior Country Officer for Romania at the International Finance Corporation (IFC) told the Competitive Sustainability Summit in Bucharest on Thursday.'The European Union has legislation and agreements that we have s»»»

Naharnet 1h

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»»»

Gulf News 1h

Getting a taxi in Dubai could soon get easier as 600 new vehicles hit the roads

Dubai: Getting a taxi in Dubai could become easier from this summer after Dubai Taxi Company announced plans to add 600 new vehicles to its fleet, following the latest licence auction by Dubai Roads and Transport Authority. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The expansion»»»

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Gulf News 1h

How big is Dubai’s Gold Line against other driverless metros worldwide

Dubai: Dubai’s planned Gold Line will add 42km to the emirate’s metro network, taking the total length from 120km to 162km, according to the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA). The expansion will also increase the number of stations from 67 to 85, marking a 35% increase in network size. Get update»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Dominant Al Nassr end Al Ahli’s run in semi-final rout

Dubai: Kingsley Coman bagged a hat-trick as Al Nassr Club defeated Al Ahli SC 5-1 in an enthralling AFC Champions League Two semi-final at Zabeel Stadium yesterday. The win means Jorge Jesus’ side will face Japan’s Gamba Osaka in the final on May 16 and the Saudi Pro League side will be confident o»»»

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Sana 1h

UN Security Council backs expanded support for Syria, 2026 aid plan

New York, April 23 (SANA) The U.N. Security Council held a special session on Syria’s 2026 Humanitarian Needs and Response Plan, with members emphasizing the need to scale up international support, ensure the delivery of humanitarian assistance and respect Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integr»»»

sana.sy
Al Manar 1h

President Aoun Extends Condolences over Martyrdom of Journalist Amal Khalil

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun expressed his sorrow over the martyrdom of journalist Amal Khalil, who was martyred in an Israeli bombing that targeted the town of Al-Tiri, which also injured journalist Zeinab Faraj. In remarks cited by National News Agency on Thursday, President Aoun stated that th»»»

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Arab News 1h

Residents in rural Sudan say the Iran war has made it harder to get medicines

QOZ NAFISA: It’s always been challenging for Abbas Awad to find medicines in his village outside Sudan ‘s capital. But since the war in Iran, it’s become harder. Prices have spiked and many pharmacies in the area are out of stock. The latest war in the Middle East has far-reaching effects, includin»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Lebanon Sets Ceasefire as Condition for Talks with Israel

Lebanon will not enter negotiations with Israel until a ceasefire is firmly in place, President Joseph Aoun said, calling for a unified national stance. He also stressed the need to prioritize the return of displaced residents to their villages, alongside a crackdown on weapons stockpiles and any a»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Strong global investor demand drives Yas Park Place success

The “Yas Park Place” project has recorded a notable milestone in Abu Dhabi’s real estate market, as Aldar Properties announced today that 80% of the units released within the new residential development—featuring mid-rise buildings in the heart of Yas Island—have been sold, generating more than Dh8»»»

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UPI 1h

Autopsy: Celeste Rivas Hernandez died of multiple penetrating injuries - UPI.com

Singer D4vd, whose real name is David Anthony Burke, has been charged with killing 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. On Wednesday, an autopsy report released stating her manner of death was homicide and she died of multiple penetrating injuries. File Photo by Cyril Zingaro/EPA April 23 (UPI) -- »»»

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The Peninsula 1h

UN leadership hopefuls stress need for peace and restoring confidence

United Nations: Contenders for next UN secretary-general made their case this week for a United Nations more invested in peace, but avoided taking positions that could antagonize the member states who will choose the world body's next chief. Chile's Michelle Bachelet, Argentina's Rafael Grossi, Cos»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

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»»»

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Business-review 1h

One United Properties reports total residential transactions of EUR 60.4 million in Q1 2026

One United Properties (BVB: ONE), the leading Romanian green developer of residential, mixed-use, and office properties, recorded total residential transactions of EUR 60.4 million in Q1 2026, including sales, pre-sales and reservations, corresponding to 144 residential and commercial units, as wel»»»

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Naharnet 1h

Lebanon decries Israeli demolition of homes in areas occupied after ceasefire

In areas of southern Lebanon it has occupied since agreeing last week to a ceasefire with Hezbollah, the Israeli army has been destroying homes it says were used as outposts by the Iran-backed militant group. But the demolitions are happening on such a wide scale that residents, Lebanese officials »»»

Arab News 1h

Oil gains on lack of progress on US-Iran talks, Hormuz shipping still disrupted

SINGAPORE: Oil prices extended their gains on Thursday, rising more than $1 ‌in the wake of stalled peace talks between Iran and the US and as both nations maintained restrictions on the flow of trade through the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude futures rose $1.26, or 1.2 percent, to $103.17 a barrel »»»

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Arab News 1h

UAE Jiu-Jitsu National Team to compete in 2026 Paris Open Grand Prix

ABU DHABI: The UAE Jiu-Jitsu National Team, sponsored by Mubadala Investment Co., is preparing to compete from April 24 to 26 at the 2026 Paris Open Grand Prix, one of the world’s leading international competitions. Official weigh-ins are scheduled for April 24, followed by preliminary and semifina»»»

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Arab News 1h

Denmark train collision leaves casualties

COPENHAGEN: Two trains collided Thursday north of the Danish capital Copenhagen leaving many injured, police and media reports said. The accident happened between the towns of Hillerod and Kagerup, about 40 kilometers (25 miles) from Copenhagen. A police statement called it “a serious accident.” Me»»»

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Arab News 1h

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 »»»

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Arab News 1h

UN leadership hopefuls stress need for peace and restoring confidence

US: Contenders for next UN secretary-general made their case this week for a United Nations more invested in peace, but avoided taking positions that could antagonize the member states who will choose the world body’s next chief. Chile’s Michelle Bachelet, Argentina’s Rafael Grossi, Costa Rica’s Re»»»

arabnews.com
France24 1h

G7 omits climate change from Paris talks to avoid US clash, France says

A meeting of the G7 nations on the environment begins in Paris on Thursday, but climate change has been left off the agenda to avoid a dispute with the United States, France’s ecology minister Monique Barbut said, citing efforts to preserve unity and focus on less»»»

france24.com
Actmedia 1h

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»»»

The Budapest Times 1h

Szijjártó reflects on defeat and political climate, says election result is clear

Ultimately, everything is judged by the election result, and that result is clear and must be respected, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade Péter Szijjártó said in a live interview broadcast Wednesday evening on the Telex YouTube channel. “I will always be a supporter of Hungary, regardless of w»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

UDC stages high-energy finale for The Pearl Island Ramadan Football Tournament

Doha, Qatar: United Development Company (UDC), the master developer of The Pearl and Gewan Islands, has successfully concluded the fourth edition of The Pearl Island Ramadan Football Tournament 2026, following a competitive and engaging journey that resumed after an unexpected pause lasting several»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Denmark train collision leaves casualties

Copenhagen: Two trains collided Thursday north of the Danish capital Copenhagen leaving many injured, police and media reports said. The accident happened between the towns of Hillerod and Kagerup, about 40 kilometers (25 miles) from Copenhagen. A police statement called it "a serious accident". Me»»»

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BNE 1h

Fireworks factory blast kills 13 in southern India

In the second such incident in the country in recent days, an explosion at a fireworks factory in the southern Indian state of Kerala, killed at least 13 people and injured more than 40 on April 21, 2026, Deccan Herald reported. »»»

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BNE 1h

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»»»

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BNE 1h

Trump's blockade of Hormuz fails as dozens of tankers pass through - FT

The Trump administration naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz failed after at least 34 tankers with links to Iran passed through the narrow waterway and exited the Persian Gulf in defiance of the US warships attempts to halt Iran’s oil exports. »»»

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BNE 1h

Trump's blockade of Hormuz fails as dozens of tankers pass through - FT

The Trump administration naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz failed after at least 34 tankers with links to Iran passed through the narrow waterway and exited the Persian Gulf in defiance of the US warships attempts to halt Iran’s oil exports. »»»

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BNE 1h

Trump's blockade of Hormuz fails as dozens of tankers pass through - FT

The Trump administration naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz failed after at least 34 tankers with links to Iran passed through the narrow waterway and exited the Persian Gulf in defiance of the US warships attempts to halt Iran’s oil exports. »»»

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BNE 1h

Trump's blockade of Hormuz fails as dozens of tankers pass through - FT

The Trump administration naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz failed after at least 34 tankers with links to Iran passed through the narrow waterway and exited the Persian Gulf in defiance of the US warships attempts to halt Iran’s oil exports. »»»

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BNE 1h

Trump's blockade of Hormuz fails as dozens of tankers pass through - FT

The Trump administration naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz failed after at least 34 tankers with links to Iran passed through the narrow waterway and exited the Persian Gulf in defiance of the US warships attempts to halt Iran’s oil exports. »»»

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BNE 1h

Trump's blockade of Hormuz fails as dozens of tankers pass through - FT

The Trump administration naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz failed after at least 34 tankers with links to Iran passed through the narrow waterway and exited the Persian Gulf in defiance of the US warships attempts to halt Iran’s oil exports. »»»

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BNE 1h

Trump's blockade of Hormuz fails as dozens of tankers pass through - FT

The Trump administration naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz failed after at least 34 tankers with links to Iran passed through the narrow waterway and exited the Persian Gulf in defiance of the US warships attempts to halt Iran’s oil exports. »»»

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BNE 1h

Trump's blockade of Hormuz fails as dozens of tankers pass through - FT

The Trump administration naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz failed after at least 34 tankers with links to Iran passed through the narrow waterway and exited the Persian Gulf in defiance of the US warships attempts to halt Iran’s oil exports. »»»

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BNE 1h

Trump's blockade of Hormuz fails as dozens of tankers pass through - FT

The Trump administration naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz failed after at least 34 tankers with links to Iran passed through the narrow waterway and exited the Persian Gulf in defiance of the US warships attempts to halt Iran’s oil exports. »»»

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BNE 1h

Trump's blockade of Hormuz fails as dozens of tankers pass through - FT

The Trump administration naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz failed after at least 34 tankers with links to Iran passed through the narrow waterway and exited the Persian Gulf in defiance of the US warships attempts to halt Iran’s oil exports. »»»

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