Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Sirens sound in Kiryat Shmona, Misgav Am over suspected drone infiltration: Israeli media 13-04-2026 11:10 AM Latest News Urgent News Israe»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Islamic Resistance fighters fired a salvo of heavy rockets targeting the Israeli site of Metula: Hezbollah Military Media statement 5 13-04»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli drone targets a motorcycle near the Lebanese Red Cross center in the southern Lebanese city of Tyre: Al-Manar correspondent 13-04-2»»»

The Pentagon under Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announced Sunday that five people were killed in two strikes on alleged drug-trafficking boats in the Pacific. There was one reported survivor, but their condition was unknown. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo April 13 (UPI) -- The U.S. m»»»

Abu Dhabi’s mobility authorities have announced the activation of a paid parking system in new sectors of Musaffah starting Monday, April 20, as part of efforts to improve traffic flow and regulate parking usage. The initiative, announced by Q Mobility, aims to reduce haphazard parking, ease conges»»»

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov will visit China this week, Beijing said on Monday, as the two sides hope to boost cooperation. "Russia's foreign minister Lavrov will pay an official visit to China from April 14 to 15," foreign ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun told a news conference. Lavrov wil»»»

China on Monday called reports it had supplied or intended to supply weapons to Iran "baseless smears", after several outlets quoted US intelligence sources to that effect. "China has always adopted a cautious and responsible attitude towards the export of military items, implementing strict contro»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The continued crisis in the Middle East endangers the global food security, Deputy Secretary of the Russian Security Council Alexander Maslennikov said on Monday. "An additional negative factor for ensuring global food security is the significantly increasing cost of shipping fre»»»

On the occasion of Easter, the greatest Christian holiday, Orthodox believers continue to preserve customs passed down through generations. From painted eggs and festive tables to family gatherings, tradition remains deeply rooted in everyday life – even as modern lifestyles reshape how it is pract»»»

Dubai: Companies across the UAE and global markets continue to expect export growth in 2026, even as the Middle East conflict reshapes financial conditions and risk dynamics across global trade. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The latest Allianz Trade Global Survey, wh»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli Channel 12: Hezbollah has launched more than 300 rockets and 40 drones since the start of the ceasefire with Iran 13-04-2026 11:01 »»»

Canberra, Australia: Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Monday called for the resumption of peace negotiations between the United States and Iran, and for an end to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The call by Albanese came during a television interview with the Australian Broadc»»»

Beijing, China: As population aging accelerates in China, Parkinson's disease is emerging as an increasingly common chronic condition among older adults, prompting Xuanwu Hospital of Capital Medical University in Beijing to launch the country's first AI-powered digital doctor platform for the disea»»»

Iran's military said a US naval blockade set to begin on Monday would be illegal and amount to piracy, warning that no Gulf ports would be safe if its own were threatened. "The restrictions imposed by criminal America on maritime navigation and transit in international waters are illegal and consti»»»

The Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP), led by Masoud Barzani, has rejected the election of Nizar Amidi as Iraq’s president, worsening political tensions in the Kurdistan Region and across the country. The party has instructed its representatives in the federal government and parliament to return to »»»

BEIRUT (Sputnik) - Russia, due to its relations with the Islamic Republic of Iran and its strong ties with many Arab countries and Lebanon, could play an important role in the region, Mahmoud Kamati, deputy head of Hezbollah’s political council, told Sputnik. “Today, Russia, thanks to its relations»»»

Military personnel and equipment from units of the Bulgarian Land Forces will move along the national road and rail network on April 14 and 15, 2026, to take part in planned exercises, the Defence Ministry said. On April 14, troops and equipment will travel from Sliven to the Koren Training Area fo»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar correspondent reports Israeli drone strike on a motorcycle in the southern town of Al-Abbasiyeh 13-04-2026 10:51 AM Latest News Ur»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli warplanes strike Bint Jbeil anew, Al-Manar correspondent in south Lebanon 13-04-2026 10:49 AM Latest News Urgent News Israeli warpl»»»

A senior military spokesperson said Iran will firmly enforce control over the Strait of Hormuz and could jeopardize regional port security if its own maritime interests are threatened, while accusing the United States of illegal interference in international waters. Khatam al-Anbiya Central Command»»»

Misrata Free Zone Port Customs Centre reported last Wednesday (8 April) that iIn a qualitative operation reflecting the vigilance of customs men and their keenness to protect national security, the Head and members of the Misrata Free Zone Port Customs Centre were able to thwart an attempt to smugg»»»

South Korea's exports jumped 36.7 percent in the first 10 days of April on strong overseas demand for semiconductors, data showed Monday. This photo shows containers stacked at a port in Pyeongtaek on April 1. Photo by Yonhap South Korea's exports jumped 36.7 percent from a year earlier in the firs»»»

London, April 13 (SANA) Oil prices exceeded $100 a barrel on Monday as tensions escalated in the Strait of Hormuz following the failure of negotiations between Iran and the United States, according to Reuters. Brent crude futures rose by $7.11, or 7.47 percent, to $102.31 per barrel, reversing a 0.»»»

Dubai: Oil prices climbed at the start of the week while global equities and bonds came under pressure, after the US confirmed plans to impose a blockade around Iranian ports, raising concerns over energy supply and market stability. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Bre»»»

A new intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) during a military parade celebrating the 80th founding anniversary of the Workers' Party of Korea at the Kim Il Sung Square in Pyongyang, North Korea. File. Photo by KCNA / EPA April 12 (Asia Today) -- South Korea and Japan are entering a period of in»»»

President Lee Jae Myung (R) and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk shake hands after a summit at Cheong Wa Dae in Seoul on Monday. Photo by Yonhap President Lee Jae Myung and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk agreed to upgrade the bilateral ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership and bolster c»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Sheikh Abdulla Bin Zaid Al Mahmoud Islamic Cultural Center organised an awareness lecture at the student residence in Education City on the importance of moral values, remaining steadfast in upholding them, and the benefits they bring in both this life and the Hereafter. The lectur»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Sheikh Abdulla Bin Zaid Al Mahmoud Islamic Cultural Center has organised a series of educational lectures on the blessing of safety and security at West One School and Ebla International School, as part of its ongoing efforts to promote religious awareness and strengthen educationa»»»

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani marked his 100th day in office on Sunday with a rally to tout early successes and vow to follow through on his unabashedly "socialist" agenda. "I know there are many who use 'socialist' as a dirty word, something to be ashamed of," the 34-year-old told a packed room in»»»

A bread shortage in Gaza is worsening as Israeli restrictions on the entry of supplies continue to affect bakeries that had reopened following an October ceasefire. The flow of aid and food supplies, including from the World Food Program (WFP), has declined further over the past month, amid Israeli»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli warplanes struck southern Lebanese towns of Nabatieh AlFawqa, Maifadoun and Jibshit since dawn on Monday: Al-Manar correpondent 13-»»»

Doha, Qatar: The primary wing of Pakistan International School Qatar (PISQ) successfully launched the first day of its Art Festival, marked by vibrant creativity and meaningful collaboration between students and parents. The opening day featured Grade 1 students working closely with their mothers i»»»

Ambassador of Qatar to Nepal H E Mishaal bin Mohammad Ali Al Ansari participated yesterday in the meeting of Prime Minister of Nepal H E Balendra Shah with Their Excellencies Ambassador accredited to Nepal. During the meeting, the foreign policy features of the new government in Nepal were explaine»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Labour has announced that registration for the Qatar Private Sector Nationalisation Award is now open via the Himmah platform, inviting individuals and private sector entities to participate in one of the country’s key initiatives aimed at strengthening national workfor»»»

Tokyo: Japan hopes a "final agreement" will be concluded swiftly between the US and Iran to de-escalate the Middle East situation, after Washington-Tehran weekend peace talks failed to reach a deal. "What is most important is that de-escalation, including securing the safety of navigation through t»»»

Croatia expects a fierce competition for European tourists this summer as war and global instability disrupt travel patterns, even as the Adriatic destination leans on its reputation for safety to sustain visitor numbers. »»»

Serbia’s foreign exchange reserves fell in March, as outflows linked to government debt repayments and central bank interventions outweighed inflows, the National Bank of Serbia (NBS) said on April 9. Gross foreign exchang»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov will pay a visit to China on April 14-15, where he will hold talks with his Chinese counterpart, Wang Yi, on a number of issues, including the situation in Ukraine and the Middle East, the Russian Foreign Ministry said on Monday. "On April 1»»»

Washington, April 13 (SANA) The International Monetary Fund warned on Monday that the global monetary system remains unprepared to handle emerging risks from artificial intelligence, particularly in cybersecurity. IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said in remarks cited by Agence France-Pre»»»

When the US and Israel waged war on Iran on 28 February 2026, killing its Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, two global powers watched intently from afar: China and Russia. Both had signed a trilateral strategic pact with Tehran just weeks earlier, pledging to deepen economic and defence ties (though off»»»

Doha, Qatar: As Autism Acceptance Month spotlight on inclusion and understanding, healthcare leaders in Qatar are underscoring the importance of early detection and intervention in improving the lives of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Assistant Medical Director of Children and Adoles»»»

Minister of State for Foreign Affairs H E Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi received yesterday a copy of the credentials of Ambassador of the Portuguese Republic to the State of Qatar, H E Ana Filomena da Costa Rocha. The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs wished the Ambassador success in fulfilling h»»»

Doha, Qatar: The University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) and the Community College of Qatar (CCQ), have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) establishing a strategic framework for academic cooperation and knowledge exchange between the two institutions. The agreement reflects a s»»»

Doha, Qatar: In the fast-paced world of telecommunications, where infrastructure, technology, and people intersect, maintaining a strong health and safety (H&S) culture is a necessity. Vodafone Qatar recognises that a resilient and proactive approach to safety is fundamental to both operational exc»»»

Doha, Qatar: LuLu Hypermarket announced the launch of its highly anticipated ‘Half Pay Back’ promotion, running until May 2, 2026. Crafted to deliver exceptional value, the campaign gives customers the opportunity to enjoy significant savings across selected fashion categories. Shoppers can explore»»»

President Donald Trump returns to the White House in Washington, D.C., from Miami, Fla., on Sunday, the same night he chastised Pope Leo for criticizing the war in Iran. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo April 13 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump lashed out at Pope LeoXIV over his critici»»»

The Middle East war will dominate global finance officials' talks this week in Washington, but World Bank President Ajay Banga is sounding the alarm about a bigger, looming crisis: a huge gap in jobs for the 1.2 billion people who will reach working age in developing countries in the next 10 to 15 »»»

Manila: With the Philippine government discontinuing its multi-billion-peso support programme for internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle manufacturing, electric vehicle (EV) makers are stepping up interest in the country’s new ₱60-billion ($1 billion) Electric Vehicle Incentive Strategy (EVIS). T»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs, represented by the Mosques Management Department, has inaugurated the Khamis Owaidha Sarheed Muraikhi Mosque in the Rawdat Rashid area, as part of its ongoing efforts to expand and develop mosques across the country. Built on a spacious land a»»»

Doha, Qatar: Al Jazeera Media Network has announced the launch of its new service, “Al Jazeera 2,” aimed at delivering broader and more in-depth coverage of pressing regional and global issues. The new service, introduced yesterday by Al Jazeera Arabic, dedicates seven hours of daily programming to»»»