TAP 3m

Foreign trade: deficit narrows in Q1 of 2026 (INS)

Tunis, April 12 (TAP) - The trade deficit shrank to TND 5,232.7 million in the first quarter of 2026, against TND 5,049.5 million, during the same periode last year, the National Institute of Statistics (French: INS) said.»»»

Gulf News 4m

Watch: BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi announces reopening date

Abu Dhabi: The BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi on Sunday announced it will reopen to the public after a temporary closure that lasted several weeks. In a social media post, the Mandir management shared “a heartfelt message from Swami Brahmaviharidas, head of the BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi, ahead»»»

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Sputnik 18m

Kremlin Spokesman Says Too Early to Speak About NATO Collapse

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said in an interview out on Sunday that he does not believe that a NATO collapse was likely despite differences between the United States and its European allies. "I do not think one can speak of the alliance's collapse. Because, one way or another»»»

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The Peninsula 26m

QNA Launches training course on video filming, montage

Doha, Qatar: Qatar News Agency (QNA) launched on Sunday April 12, 2026, a five-day training course on video filming and montage, as part of QNA Training Center's 2026 training plan, with the participation of media professionals from the agency and several government bodies. Represented by photograp»»»

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The Peninsula 26m

Irish police arrest man over alleged criminal damage at Shannon airport

London: Police in Ireland on Sunday said officers had arrested a man who entered "an unauthorised area" of Shannon airport, as social media footage appeared to show a man climbing onto a US Air Force plane. The Shannon hub is controversial in Ireland for facilitating the movement of US troops, prov»»»

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The Peninsula 38m

UK minister says 'disappointing' no breakthrough in Iran war talks

London: UK government minister Wes Streeting on Sunday April 12, 2026, said it was "disappointing" that negotiations between the United States and Iran in Islamabad had stalled, adding that US President Donald Trump's earlier social media comments had been "incendiary". "It's obviously disappointin»»»

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Gulf News 53m

‘Final offer’ vs ‘unreasonable demands’: What US, Iran, Israel and Pakistan said after talks

Dubai: If the 21-hour US–Iran talks revealed deep divisions at the negotiating table, the reactions that followed showed an equally sharp divide in how both sides see the path forward. From Washington, the message was firm. US Vice President JD Vance said the United States had made its position cle»»»

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Al Manar 1h

Al-Manar correspondent: Enemy warplanes attacked the town of Nabatieh al-Fawqa in southern Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar correspondent: Enemy warplanes attacked the town of Nabatieh al-Fawqa in southern Lebanon 12-04-2026 13:32 PM Latest News Urgent N»»»

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Ghalibaf: We will not stop for a moment in our efforts to consolidate the achievements of the forty days of national defense for the Iranian people - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Ghalibaf: We will not stop for a moment in our efforts to consolidate the achievements of the forty days of national defense for the Irania»»»

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Qalibaf: US Failed to Earn Trust in Islamabad Talks despite Iran’s Proposals - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Qalibaf: US Failed to Earn Trust in Islamabad Talks despite Iran’s Proposals 12-04-2026 13:30 PM Speaker of the Iranian Parliament Mohammad»»»

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Al Manar 1h

Al-Manar correspondent: An Israeli airstrike targeted the town of Mashghara in the 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 Al-Manar correspondent: An Israeli airstrike targeted the town of Mashghara in the Western Bekaa 12-04-2026 13:31 PM Latest News Urgent New»»»

Gulf News 1h

Abu Dhabi shut cafeteria over repeated food safety violations

Abu Dhabi: A cafeteria in the capital has been ordered to shut down after repeated food safety violations, authorities said, citing risks to public health. The Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) issued an administrative closure order against “Best and Gold Bait Karak Cafeteria»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Economic Shock of Mideast War to Cast Shadow over IMF, World Bank Meetings

Top finance officials from around the world will convene in Washington this week under the shadow of the war in the Middle East, which has delivered a third major shock to the global economy after the COVID pandemic and Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. Top International Monetary Fun»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Pakistan Seeks Deeper Economic Ties with Saudi Arabia

Pakistan called for stronger economic cooperation with Saudi Arabia during a visit by Saudi Finance Minister Mohammed al-Jadaan, who held talks with the country’s top leadership in Islamabad. The visit, the first by a senior Saudi official since a temporary ceasefire between the US and Iran, came a»»»

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Sputnik 1h

Iran's Parliament Speaker Expresses Gratitude to Pakistan for Facilitating Negotiations

The speaker of the Islamic Republic of Iran's Parliament, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, has expressed deep gratitude to Pakistan for its role in facilitating negotiations, calling it a friendly and brotherly country. He extended his regards to the people of Pakistan for their support. Mohammad Bagher G»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 1h

Anti-Corruption Bloc Candidate Proposes Infrastructure Solutions for Ruse Region

Viktor Stoyanov, top-of-the-list candidate of the Anti-Corruption Bloc in the 19th multi-member constituency in Ruse, outlined proposals to improve transport infrastructure in the region in a statement to the media. He identified the curve near Polsko Kosovo as dangerous, suggesting either a new se»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Inside US–Iran talks: Why gaps persist and what comes next

Dubai: After 21 hours of negotiations stretching into the early hours, US–Iran talks did not so much fail as expose the scale of the challenge ahead — laying bare deep divisions over nuclear limits, regional power and control of the Strait of Hormuz. The outcome was not unexpected. Both sides enter»»»

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Naharnet 1h

Netanyahu says wants Lebanon peace deal 'that will last for generations'

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that any peace agreement reached with Lebanon must be one that "lasts for generations." "Lebanon has approached us. In the past month, it has reached out several times to begin direct peace talks," Netanyahu said in a televised statement. "I have given»»»

Al Awsat 1h

Saudi Arabia Deploys Oil ‘Central Bank’ Capacity to Cushion Hormuz Shock

Saudi Arabia has emerged as a key stabilizing force in global energy markets during the crisis triggered by the US-Israeli-Iranian war that disrupted the Strait of Hormuz, helping contain what experts describe as an unprecedented supply shock. While pessimistic forecasts had pointed to oil prices s»»»

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Naharnet 2h

Syria says bustsed 'Hezbollah-linked' cell planning attack on religious figure

Syria's interior ministry said Saturday that five people had been arrested over a plot to attack an unidentified religious figure in Damascus, alleging the cell was linked to Hezbollah. In a statement, the ministry said security forces observed a woman as she attempted to "plant an explosive device»»»

The Peninsula 2h

Pakistan confirms it will continue role in facilitating dialogue between Iran and US

Islamabad, Pakistan: Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister HE Mohammad Ishaq Dar stressed Sunday, April 12, 2026, that his country will continue to play its role to facilitate engagement and dialogue between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the United States of America in the days t»»»

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Naharnet 2h

Netanyahu says war succeeded in 'crushing' Iran nuclear, missile programs

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Saturday that the joint U.S.-Israeli campaign against Iran had succeeded in "crushing" the Islamic republic's nuclear and ballistic missile programs. Netanyahu's comments came as Iranian and U.S. officials held two rounds of face-to-face talks in Pa»»»

Naharnet 2h

Pakistan says 'imperative' for US, Iran to uphold ceasefire

Pakistan's foreign minister insisted on Sunday Washington and Tehran must uphold a ceasefire agreement, after marathon talks between the two sides to end the war in the Middle East ended without an agreement. "It is imperative that the parties continue to uphold their commitment to ceasefire," said»»»

Gulf News 2h

RTA app, website down due to glitch; services hit

Dubai: Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority on Sunday said temporary technical issue are affecting its services across different channels. In a response to users who complained of service disruptions including including parking payments, RTA said on social media: "There is a temporary technical is»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

Israeli Strikes Target ‘Joint Force’ Fighters in Gaza

Israeli strikes in the Gaza Strip have recently focused on targeting Palestinian faction fighters operating within what is known as the “joint force,” deployed near sensitive areas close to the so-called “yellow line,” Palestinian sources said. The force is tasked with preventing infiltration by Is»»»

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Gulf News 2h

UAE-backed DIAFA acquires Ivy, Annabel’s in £1.4 billion deal

Dubai: DIAFA, a luxury hospitality platform backed by International Holding Co., has acquired a majority stake in Richard Caring’s restaurant and private members’ club portfolio for about £1.4 billion, taking control of brands including The Ivy, Annabel’s, Scott’s, Sexy Fish and Harry’s Bar, accord»»»

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EU Observer 2h

Hungary election: which polls to trust and everything else you need to know

At 6AM, polling stations opened in Hungary and its high-stakes parliamentary elections began. Voters will decide whether, after 16 years of an increasingly authoritarian government, prime minister Viktor Orbán and his rightwing party, Fidesz, will stay in power, or the leader of the centre-right Ti»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Cambodia urges Thailand to resume talks on disputed border

Phnom Penh, Cambodia: Cambodia has urged Thailand on April 12, 2026, to resume talks as soon as possible on their disputed border, a long-standing disagreement that led to deadly clashes last year. Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet said on Saturday that he "strongly hopes" the two neighbours will »»»

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BNE 3h

US-Iran Islamabad talks end without deal as Hormuz control remains key sticking point

The first direct high-level negotiations between the United States and Iran since 1979 ended without agreement on April 12 after more than 21 hours of talks in Islamabad, with the status of the Strait of Hormuz emerging as the main obstacle. »»»

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BNE 3h

US-Iran Islamabad talks end without deal as Hormuz control remains key sticking point

The first direct high-level negotiations between the United States and Iran since 1979 ended without agreement on April 12 after more than 21 hours of talks in Islamabad, with the status of the Strait of Hormuz emerging as the main obstacle. »»»

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BNE 3h

US-Iran Islamabad talks end without deal as Hormuz control remains key sticking point

The first direct high-level negotiations between the United States and Iran since 1979 ended without agreement on April 12 after more than 21 hours of talks in Islamabad, with the status of the Strait of Hormuz emerging as the main obstacle. »»»

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Al Manar 3h

Al-Manar correspondent: Israeli airstrikes target Al-Shahabiya and the vicinity of the Lebanese army barracks in Tyre - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar correspondent: Israeli airstrikes target Al-Shahabiya and the vicinity of the Lebanese army barracks in Tyre 12-04-2026 11:01 AM L»»»

Gulf News 3h

Schools shift online across Saudi Arabia due to heavy rainfall

Dubai: In-person classes were suspended on Sunday across several regions in Saudi Arabia as authorities responded to heavy rainfall and ongoing weather warnings, shifting students to remote learning to ensure safety. Education departments in the Eastern Province, Al Baha and Asir announced the move»»»

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Al Manar 3h

Islamic Resistance fighters targeted at 05:15 and 05:30 on Sunday 12-04-2026 a gathering of Israeli enemy army vehicles and soldiers in Khiam city with two waves of rocket barrages - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Islamic Resistance fighters targeted at 05:15 and 05:30 on Sunday 12-04-2026 a gathering of Israeli enemy army vehicles and soldiers in Khi»»»

The Peninsula 3h

Ashghal announces six-week closure at Al Badi Interchange

Doha, Qatar: The Public Works Authority, Ashghal, has announced a temporary road closure at Al Badi Interchange in all directions for a period of six weeks, starting from Sunday, April 12, 2026, until 10am on Friday, May 29, 2026. In a post on its social media, Ashghal added that the closure is par»»»

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Al Manar 3h

Iran-US Talks in Islamabad End Without a Deal After 21 Hours Due to Excessive US Demands

The negotiations between Iran and the United States have come to an end without striking a deal after 21 hours of discussions in the Pakistani capital. Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei said on Sunday that the two sides reached a consensus on some issues but held different views rega»»»

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Al Awsat 3h

Lebanese Army Warns Hezbollah Supporters against Undermining Civil Peace

The Lebanese army warned supporters of Hezbollah against actions that could undermine civil peace, as protests in Beirut over government policy entered a second day, raising tensions in the capital. Demonstrations involving hundreds of Hezbollah and Amal Movement supporters have taken place in cent»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 3h

President Delivers Easter Message of "Hope, Peace, Love and Salvation in Turbulent Times"

Greeting Bulgarians with the traditional exclamation "Christ is risen!", President Iliana Iotova wrote on Facebook on Holy Sunday: "In the turbulent times in which we live, it is all the more necessary to follow the message of Christ's Resurrection: hope, peace, love and salvation." "Let the light »»»

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RT 3h

RT’s essential guide to the Hungarian election

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban is facing the most serious threat to his power in decades, in an election that’s drawn in the EU, US, and Ukraine. RT explores the players, the stakes, and the dirty tricks shaping the Hungarian election. We’ve delved into the election in our ‘Battle for Hungar»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Asha Bhosle dies at 92: A look-back at the legendary icon's interview in Dubai

Dubai: “I love the people of Dubai… they work very hard and they party harder.” That was Asha Bhosle, wry, observant, and completely at ease, when I met her ahead of her concert in the city. It was such a perfect, unfiltered read of Dubai, delivered with that trademark glint in her eye. But my firs»»»

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Sputnik 3h

Ukrainian Forces Violated Easter Ceasefire 1,971 Times - MoD

The Ukrainian Armed Forces violated the ceasefire 1,971 times between the beginning of the truce on Saturday and 08:00 on Sunday, the Russian Defense Ministry said. “From 16:00 on April 11 to 08:00 on April 12, a total of 1,971 violations of the ceasefire were recorded by Ukrainian forces," the min»»»

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Al Awsat 4h

South Korea Says Close to Securing Oil Supplies from Kazakhstan

South Korea is close to securing crude oil supplies from Kazakhstan, the industry minister said on Sunday, as the country looks for alternative energy sources amid the war in the Middle East. "There has been quite (some) progress, so we should be able to announce specific ⁠amounts and details ⁠earl»»»

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Sputnik 4h

Pakistan Urges Iran and US to Continue Adhering to Ceasefire – Foreign Minister

Pakistan has urged both Iran and the US to continue respecting the ceasefire, Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said. "It is extremely important that both sides remain committed to the ceasefire," Dar said, according to the media.Iran and the US held talks in Islamabad on Saturday after US Presi»»»

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Gulf News 4h

How Pakistan’s solar boom became a geopolitical buffer

Driven by spiralling electricity tariffs, erratic supply, and policy uncertainty, Pakistan citizens — particularly the urban middle and upper classes — opted out of a failing electricity grid. What began as a private coping mechanism has, quite unexpectedly, evolved into a strategic national buffer»»»

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The Peninsula 4h

Alsharbatly tops Diamond, Gohal wins Bronze Tour at Hathab

Doha, Qatar: Saudi Arabia’s Abdullah Alsharbatly delivered a commanding performance to secure victory in the Diamond Tour during the tenth round of the Longines Hathab Qatar Equestrian Tour at the Qatar Equestrian Federation’s (QEF) main arena yesterday. Competing in the Accumulator with Joker clas»»»

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France24 4h

Hungarians vote in a key election that could unseat populist Prime Minister Orbán

Hungarians headed to the polls on Sunday in a pivotal parliamentary election that could end Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s 16-year grip on power, as the opposition led by Peter Magyar challenges his nationalist rule in a contest drawing scrutiny across Europe and backing for Orban from US President »»»

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The Peninsula 4h

Qatar, Canada and Mexico 2026 Year of Culture marks 100 days

Doha, Qatar: In just over three months, the Years of Culture partnership with Canada and Mexico has already begun to demonstrate the value of sustained cultural dialogue, setting the tone for a year rooted in discovery, mutual understanding, and human connection. Years of Culture Adviser on Latin A»»»

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The Peninsula 4h

QU hosts awareness session on varsity’s strategic positioning towards 2050

Doha, Qatar: Qatar University (QU) organised an awareness session titled, ‘Qatar University Strategic Positioning 2050’ with the participation of the university’s leadership, faculty members, and administrative staff. The session aimed to present the university’s major strategic directions and enha»»»

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UPI 4h

On This Day, April 12: U.S. Embassy in Phnom Penh evacuated - UPI.com

On April 12, 1975, the U.S. military evacuated Americans from the U.S. Embassy in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, as part of Operation Eagle Pull. 1 of 6 | U.S. Marines assist in the evacuation of Phnom Penh, Cambodia, on April 12, 1975. File Photo courtesy of the U.S. Navy April 12 (UPI) -- On this date in »»»

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