Gulf News 1h

Flights cancelled, fares surge: Jet fuel crisis hits global travel hard

Dubai: Airlines across Europe and other international markets are cancelling flights, raising fares and cutting routes as a worsening jet fuel crisis begins to disrupt global aviation. The crisis is being driven by a sharp drop in oil supply linked to the ongoing US-Israel war on Iran, which has si»»»

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Daily News Egypt 6h

Egypt FM Abdelatty holds talks with Germany, Canada and Estonia to contain regional tensions

Egypt is intensifying its diplomatic efforts to prevent the region from sliding into “comprehensive chaos” and instability, Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty said on Monday during high-level discussions with counterparts from Germany, Canada, and Estonia. In separate phone calls with German Foreign M»»»

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Al Awsat 10h

Türkiye's Erdogan Accuses Israel of Undermining Peace Initiatives

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Monday accused Israel of undermining all efforts to halt the war in the Middle East, but said Ankara would continue to pursue any opportunity to advance a ceasefire. "The Israeli government has continued to undermine all initiatives aimed at ending the war,»»»

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Al Awsat 11h

Trump Says Tuesday Deadline to Make a Deal with Iran Is Final

US President Donald Trump said on Monday the Tuesday deadline he has set for Iran to make a deal is final, calling Iran's peace proposal significant but not good enough. Trump has warned US forces will unleash broad attacks on Iranian infrastructure if his Tuesday night deadline is not met. Iran ha»»»

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Al Awsat 11h

Iran Rejects Latest Ceasefire Proposal as Trump Deadline Approaches

Iran on Monday rejected the latest ceasefire proposal and instead said it wants a permanent end to the war, even as US President Donald Trump’s ultimatum loomed for progress to avoid a major escalation in attacks against power plants and bridges. "We won’t merely accept a ceasefire," Mojtaba Ferdou»»»

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Sputnik 12h

Iran Gives Pakistan Response to US Proposal to End War - Reports

TEHRAN (Sputnik) - Iran has given Pakistan a response to the US proposal to end the war, Iranian state news agency IRNA reported on Monday. Iran rejected the possibility of a ceasefire, declaring the need for a permanent end to the conflict, the report said, adding that the response also included t»»»

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Gulf News 12h

How high will oil prices go if Iran-US ceasefire is not reached?

Dubai: Oil prices are swinging again, with markets increasingly focused on how high crude could climb if a ceasefire in the US-Israel-Iran conflict fails to materialise. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.Brent rose 2.01% to $111.23 on Monday, while »»»

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Gulf News 14h

PIA scraps discounts, cuts and suspends flights as fuel costs soar

Dubai: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has scrapped all passenger discounts and scaled back flight operations as surging jet fuel prices strain the carrier’s finances, Dawn reported. A spokesperson for the national airline said concessions would now be limited to children and infants, with al»»»

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Gulf News 14h

Indian and Pakistani schools in Dubai reopen, kicking off 2026-27 academic year online

Dubai: Living rooms doubling as classrooms and parents helping tiny fingers click the right login button. This was the scene at many households in Dubai on Monday morning as Indian and Pakistani schools began the 2026-27 academic year online, with hundreds of kindergarten children experiencing thei»»»

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Al Manar 14h

Iran: Response to Ceasefire Proposals Formulated - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Iran: Response to Ceasefire Proposals Formulated 06-04-2026 15:31 PM Esmaeil Baqaei, Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman in an image from arc»»»

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Gulf News 15h

OPF rolls out scholarships for overseas Pakistanis’ students

Duba: The Overseas Pakistanis Foundation (OPF) has announced a nationwide scholarship programme for the families of expatriates studying in Pakistan. The move aims at strengthening educational support for Pakistanis living abroad, Launched under the Overseas Pakistanis Education Fund (OPEF), the in»»»

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Gulf News 18h

Abu Dhabi reinforces supply chain resilience and business continuity at Traders–Decision Makers Forum

Government officials reaffirmed, during the Traders–Decision Makers Forum recently organized by the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the emirate’s ongoing efforts to support business continuity, strengthen supply chains and the flow of goods, and reinforce Abu Dhabi’s ability to navigate»»»

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Al Manar 19h

Israeli enemy army renews threat to strike Beiurt’s southern auburb (Dahiyeh) - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli enemy army renews threat to strike Beiurt’s southern auburb (Dahiyeh) 06-04-2026 10:52 AM Latest News Urgent News Iran, US Receive »»»

Al Manar 19h

AlManar correspondent says 3 citizens martyred, 3 others injured in an Israeli strike on Mashghara in Western Bekaa - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe AlManar correspondent says 3 citizens martyred, 3 others injured in an Israeli strike on Mashghara in Western Bekaa 06-04-2026 10:12 AM Lat»»»

Al Manar 19h

Iran, US Receive Pakistan-Brokered Plan for Immediate Ceasefire: Reuters

Iran and the United States ​have received a plan to end hostilities that could come into effect on Monday and ‌reopen the Strait of Hormuz, Reuters quoted a source aware of the proposals as saying on Monday. A framework to end hostilities has been put together by Pakistan and exchanged with Iran an»»»

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BNE 22h

Pakistan initiates digital payouts to transport sector to counter fuel shock

Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said the government has started to distribute relief funds to public transport and freight operators through digital wallets, as it seeks to cushion the impact of sharply rising fuel costs, Dawn reports. »»»

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BNE 22h

Mission Impossible: Trump’s Iran campaign faces mounting setbacks as asymmetric tactics bite

Iran's elite IRGC troops and mountain villagers joined forces in a manhunt for a down US pilot on April 3 after Iran shot down a F-15 jet fighter over its territory. The US flew in special forces who were on Iranian territory for the first time since the war began in February in a search and r»»»

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BNE 22h

Mission Impossible: Trump’s Iran campaign faces mounting setbacks as asymmetric tactics bite

Iran's elite IRGC troops and mountain villagers joined forces in a manhunt for a down US pilot on April 3 after Iran shot down a F-15 jet fighter over its territory. The US flew in special forces who were on Iranian territory for the first time since the war began in February in a search and r»»»

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BNE 22h

Mission Impossible: Trump’s Iran campaign faces mounting setbacks as asymmetric tactics bite

Iran's elite IRGC troops and mountain villagers joined forces in a manhunt for a down US pilot on April 3 after Iran shot down a F-15 jet fighter over its territory. The US flew in special forces who were on Iranian territory for the first time since the war began in February in a search and r»»»

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BNE 22h

Mission Impossible: Trump’s Iran campaign faces mounting setbacks as asymmetric tactics bite

Iran's elite IRGC troops and mountain villagers joined forces in a manhunt for a down US pilot on April 3 after Iran shot down a F-15 jet fighter over its territory. The US flew in special forces who were on Iranian territory for the first time since the war began in February in a search and r»»»

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BNE 22h

Mission Impossible: Trump’s Iran campaign faces mounting setbacks as asymmetric tactics bite

Iran's elite IRGC troops and mountain villagers joined forces in a manhunt for a down US pilot on April 3 after Iran shot down a F-15 jet fighter over its territory. The US flew in special forces who were on Iranian territory for the first time since the war began in February in a search and r»»»

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BNE 22h

Mission Impossible: Trump’s Iran campaign faces mounting setbacks as asymmetric tactics bite

Iran's elite IRGC troops and mountain villagers joined forces in a manhunt for a down US pilot on April 3 after Iran shot down a F-15 jet fighter over its territory. The US flew in special forces who were on Iranian territory for the first time since the war began in February in a search and r»»»

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BNE 22h

Mission Impossible: Trump’s Iran campaign faces mounting setbacks as asymmetric tactics bite

Iran's elite IRGC troops and mountain villagers joined forces in a manhunt for a down US pilot on April 3 after Iran shot down a F-15 jet fighter over its territory. The US flew in special forces who were on Iranian territory for the first time since the war began in February in a search and r»»»

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BNE 22h

Mission Impossible: Trump’s Iran campaign faces mounting setbacks as asymmetric tactics bite

Iran's elite IRGC troops and mountain villagers joined forces in a manhunt for a down US pilot on April 3 after Iran shot down a F-15 jet fighter over its territory. The US flew in special forces who were on Iranian territory for the first time since the war began in February in a search and r»»»

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BNE 22h

Mission Impossible: Trump’s Iran campaign faces mounting setbacks as asymmetric tactics bite

Iran's elite IRGC troops and mountain villagers joined forces in a manhunt for a down US pilot on April 3 after Iran shot down a F-15 jet fighter over its territory. The US flew in special forces who were on Iranian territory for the first time since the war began in February in a search and r»»»

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BNE 22h

Mission Impossible: Trump’s Iran campaign faces mounting setbacks as asymmetric tactics bite

Iran's elite IRGC troops and mountain villagers joined forces in a manhunt for a down US pilot on April 3 after Iran shot down a F-15 jet fighter over its territory. The US flew in special forces who were on Iranian territory for the first time since the war began in February in a search and r»»»

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BNE 22h

Mission Impossible: Trump’s Iran campaign faces mounting setbacks as asymmetric tactics bite

Iran's elite IRGC troops and mountain villagers joined forces in a manhunt for a down US pilot on April 3 after Iran shot down a F-15 jet fighter over its territory. The US flew in special forces who were on Iranian territory for the first time since the war began in February in a search and r»»»

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BNE 22h

Mission Impossible: Trump’s Iran campaign faces mounting setbacks as asymmetric tactics bite

Iran's elite IRGC troops and mountain villagers joined forces in a manhunt for a down US pilot on April 3 after Iran shot down a F-15 jet fighter over its territory. The US flew in special forces who were on Iranian territory for the first time since the war began in February in a search and r»»»

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Al Awsat 22h

Chinese-Pakistani Initiative Seeks to Contain Regional Tension

A Chinese diplomat has disclosed that his country is engaged in diplomatic mediation efforts to contain the US-Israeli-Iranian war, in cooperation with Pakistan, through a five-point initiative. Chang Hua, the Chinese Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, stressed the need for the international community to »»»

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Daily News Egypt 05.04. 22:18

Trump threatens Iranian infrastructure as Egypt intensifies de-escalation push

U.S. President Donald Trump escalated his rhetoric against Iran on Sunday, warning that power plants and bridges could be targeted if Tehran continues to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed, as concerns mounted over a wider regional spillover and Egypt stepped up diplomatic efforts to contain the cris»»»

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Ya Libnan 05.04. 15:49

US rescues F15 airman from Iran as Trump, Israel ratchet up pressure – Ya Libnan

Share: By Phil Stewart and Menna Alaaeldin WASHINGTON U.S. special forces rescued a downed airman in Iran in a complex operation that averted a potential crisis for President Donald Trump, as the war entered its sixth week with little sign of progress in diplomatic efforts for a resolution. Trump a»»»

Gulf News 05.04. 12:33

Pakistan: FIA deploys AI system to track most wanted criminals in real time

Dubai: In a major step toward modernising law enforcement, Pakistan’s Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has introduced an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered system capable of tracking wanted criminals by generating real-time visual updates of their appearance. The initiative, described as part o»»»

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France24 05.04. 10:42

Crew member from downed US fighter jet rescued in 'miraculous' operation, says Trump

US President Donald Trump said Sunday that US forces had safely recovered a second airman downed in Iran, calling it "miraculous" and "one of the most daring search and rescue operations in US History". Iranian media reported five people were killed in strikes during the rescue operation. Pres»»»

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Al Awsat 05.04. 09:26

Egypt Says It Held Calls with US Witkoff, Regional Counterparts

Egypt's Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty held separate calls to discuss proposals for regional de-escalation with ‌US Envoy ‌Steve Witkoff ‌and ⁠regional counterparts including Iranian ⁠Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi, the ministry said in a ⁠statement on ‌Sunday. Egypt, ‌Türkiye and ‌Pakistan have ‌»»»

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Gulf News 05.04. 07:06

Trump: Rescued US crew member ‘safe and sound’, calls mission daring

A US service member who had been missing since Iran shot down a fighter jet has been rescued, US President Donald Trump said in a social media post early Sunday. A large-scale US search-and-rescue operation was launched after the crash of an F-15E Strike Eagle on Friday. Iranian authorities had rep»»»

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France24 05.04. 06:41

Pakistan announces free public transport as energy crisis bites

State-run public transport in Pakistan's capital and most populous province will be free for the coming month, officials said Friday, after the government drastically raised fuel prices due to the Iran war»»»

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France24 05.04. 06:41

Impact of Iran war in Pakistan: Fuel prices rise by over 50%

Shahzaib Wahlah, correspondent in Islamabad Pakistan, has more.»»»

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Al Awsat 05.04. 06:37

US Service Member Missing After Iran Shot Down Fighter Jet Has Been Rescued

A US service member who has been missing since Iran shot down a fighter jet has been rescued, President Donald Trump wrote in a social media post early Sunday. The crew member has been missing since Friday, when Iran downed a US F-15E Strike Eagle. A second crew member was rescued earlier. Trump wr»»»

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Al Awsat 04.04. 18:59

Erdogan Says Middle East War Has Caused ‘Geostrategic Impasse’

Türkiye's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said the war in the Middle East had led to a "geostrategic impasse", during a telephone conversation with NATO chief Mark Rutte, his office said Saturday. "President Erdogan said the process started by the intervention against Iran had led to a geostrategic »»»

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Gulf News 04.04. 18:39

Pakistan Rejects misleading reports on UAE deposits, reaffirms strong economic partnership

Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has categorically rejected recent misleading reports regarding financial deposits from the UAE held with the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). The ministry clarified that the deposits were placed under bilateral commercial agreements, reflecting the UAE’s strong s»»»

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Naharnet 04.04. 15:34

Mediators reportedly working on 'middle ground solution' between US, Iran

Mediators from Pakistan, Turkey and Egypt are still working on a ceasefire plan between the U.S. and Iran, the Israeli Public Broadcasting Corporation reported on Saturday. Sources meanwhile told Israel's Channel 12 that "regional forces are working to reach a middle ground solution that would narr»»»

The Peninsula 04.04. 14:37

Rain, storms kill 121 in Afghanistan and Pakistan in two weeks

Kabul: Heavy rain and storms have killed at least 121 people over two weeks across Afghanistan and Pakistan, disaster officials in both countries said Saturday. Stormy weather has brought rain sweeping across Afghanistan since late March, causing floods, landslides, and hitting homes and crops. "Si»»»

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Gulf News 04.04. 14:36

Deadly rains, storms kill 121 in Afghanistan and Pakistan in 2 weeks

Kabul: Heavy rain and storms have killed at least 121 people over two weeks across Afghanistan and Pakistan, disaster officials in both countries said Saturday. Stormy weather has brought rain sweeping across Afghanistan since late March, causing floods, landslides, and hitting homes and crops. "Si»»»

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Al Majalla 04.04. 13:34

Sisi hopes Trump will save Egypt from Iran war fallout

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi had good reason to issue his latest appeal to US President Donald Trump to end the US-Israeli war against Iran. Nevertheless, his doing so raised eyebrows. El-Sisi banked on Trump last year as Israel finally brought its ferocious war on Gaza to an end after t»»»

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Naharnet 04.04. 10:57

Middle East war: Global economic fallout

Here are the latest economic events in the Middle East war: - More ships pass Hormuz - A French-owned and a Japanese-owned vessel are among a handful of ships to have transited the war-torn Strait of Hormuz, maritime tracking data showed Friday. The passage, a vital route for oil and liquified natu»»»

Gulf News 04.04. 01:55

China says peace talks between Afghanistan, Pakistan are advancing

BEIJING: Peace talks between Afghanistan's Taliban government and Pakistan are advancing, China's government said Friday, two days after those countries resumed conversations following weeks of fighting that have killed hundreds. “The consultation process is being steadily implemented and advanced,»»»

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The Peninsula 03.04. 22:01

Pakistan cuts petrol prices a day after steep increase

Pakistan will cut petrol prices by 80 rupees per litre to 378 rupees ($1.35), Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said late on Friday. The reduction will be funded through the government’s petroleum levy. The move comes just a day after it raised fuel prices by at least 43 percent, citing rising global o»»»

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Gulf News 03.04. 21:06

5.8‑magnitude quake hits Afghanistan, Pakistan; 8 dead in Kabul

Kabul: An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 5.8 rattled parts of northern and eastern Afghanistan and western Pakistan late Friday. The spokesperson for Kabul's governor said at least eight people are dead. The region is highly seismically active, and quakes have caused thousands of deaths»»»

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UPI 03.04. 18:26

Trump: JD Vance will be new fraud czar, focus on 'blue states' - UPI.com

1 of 3 | Colin McDonald listens as Vice President JD Vance speaks during his swearing in as Assistant Attorney General for National Fraud Enforcement in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday. Pool Photo by Will Oliver/UPI | License Photo April 3 (UPI) -- Vice President JD Vance is now the government's fra»»»

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Al Awsat 03.04. 17:36

Iran Leaders Join Crowds on Tehran’s Streets to Project Control in Wartime

After more than a month of being stalked by targeted assassinations, Iran's leadership has adopted a new tactic to show it is still in control - with senior officials walking openly in the streets among small crowds who have gathered in support of the regime. In recent days, Iran's president and fo»»»

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