Al Awsat 5m

Saudi Investment Minister Inaugurates Lenovo Regional HQ in Riyadh

Saudi Minister of Investment Fahad Al-Saif inaugurated on Sunday Lenovo’s regional headquarters for the Middle East, Türkiye, and Africa in Riyadh, marking a significant step in the Kingdom’s efforts to strengthen its position as a regional hub for global companies in line with the objectives of Sa»»»

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TAP 17m

In-depth inspection of 850 civil engineering structures carried out since 2016 (Prime Ministry)

Tunis, April 12 (TAP) - In-depth technical inspections have been conducted on about 850 structures across various regions of the country since 2016, as part of a periodic infrastructure monitoring programme, according to the Prime Ministry.This...»»»

Al Awsat 17m

Lebanon War Toll Rises to 2,055 Dead as Israel Pounds Country's South

Lebanese official media reported extensive Israeli strikes across the country's south on Sunday as the health ministry said at least five people were killed and the war's overall toll rose to 2,055 dead. The state-run National News Agency (NNA) reported Israeli attacks on around 30 locations in the»»»

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UPI 53m

Trump says U.S. Navy will block Strait of Hormuz after peace talks fail - UPI.com

President Donald Trump on Sunday said that the U.S. Navy would block the Strait of Hormuz to prevent Iranian ships from transiting it unless Iran opens the Strait and agrees to a peace deal with the United States. File Photo by Ali Haider/EPA-EFE April 12 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump on Sunday s»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Abu Dhabi Crown Prince begins state visit to China

Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, on Sunday arrived in Beijing at the start of an official visit to China, aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and advancing cooperation across key priority sectors. The vi»»»

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Sana 1h

Syrian-Jordanian Joint Statement outlines roadmap for Amman meeting outcomes

Amman, Apr. 12 (SANA) Syria and Jordan affirmed on Sunday their commitment to deepening bilateral cooperation and advancing a comprehensive strategic partnership, following the second session of the Higher Coordination Council held in the Jordanian capital. The session was co-chaired by Minister of»»»

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Sputnik 1h

Turnout in Hungarian Parliamentary Polls Up to Record 74% - Election Office

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Hungary's National Election Office reported a record high turnout of 74.23% in the parliamentary polls on Sunday. As of 5 p.m. local time (15:00 GMT), the turnout has passed 5.5 million. It stood at 62.92% at this time during the 2022 elections. All 199 seats are at stake in the »»»

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EU Observer 2h

I accidentally landed an exclusive with a Hungarian minister at my polling station

In the highly orchestrated world of Hungarian politics, where government ministers rarely stray from the safety of state-controlled media, reality sometimes bypasses the gatekeepers. On election day, while waiting in line to vote with my family, I found myself standing just paces away from Gergely »»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Sultan of Oman, UK PM hold phone talks on regional developments

Muscat: HM Sultan Haitham bin Tarik held a phone call on Sunday with UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to discuss the latest developments in the region and their implications for security and stability. During the call, the two sides reviewed developments following conclusion of talks held in Paki»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Minister of State for Foreign Affairs receives phone call from Bolivian Foreign Minister

Doha, Qatar: Minister of State for Foreign Affairs HE Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi received a phone call on Sunday from Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Plurinational State of Bolivia HE Fernando Aramayo. During the call, the two sides discussed the latest regional developments in light of the cea»»»

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Gulf News 2h

UAE President receives Indian Minister of External Affairs

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received Dr Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, Minister of External Affairs of the Republic of India. During the meeting, Dr Jaishankar conveyed to His Highness the greetings of Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India, and his wishes for the »»»

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Al Awsat 2h

Rapid Recovery of Oil Facilities Reinforces Saudi Arabia’s Reliability as a Global Energy Supplier

Saudi Arabia demonstrated exceptional readiness and a rapid response in containing the fallout from the recent attacks on some of its oil facilities, restoring operations in record time. It swiftly repaired damage and brought production systems back online with high efficiency. The Kingdom’s succes»»»

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Sputnik 2h

Russia's Space Potential Increasingly Contributing to Economy, Security - Putin

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russia's space potential has been increasingly contributing to the national economy, security and sovereignty, President Vladimir Putin said on Sunday. "Russia's space potential has been increasingly benefiting the economy and the quality of life, security and national sovereignt»»»

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TAP 2h

CEN-SAD: Tunisia calls for coordinated action to address regional challenges

Tunis, April 12 (TAP) - Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration and Tunisians Abroad Mohamed Ali Nafti pointed out that the current challenges facing the region call upon the Community of Sahel-Saharan States (CEN-SAD) member States to exert joint...»»»

The Peninsula 2h

Saving a centuries-old Japanese confection from extinction

Kyoto: Near the Kyoto Gyoen National Garden lies the traditional Japanese sweets shop Suhamaya. In the shop’s display window facing Marutamachi Street, passersby can see a confection known as "suhama,” which has a unique design inspired by the shape of a beach. Suhama is said to have originated in »»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Russia to establish national shipbuilding research center

Moscow: The Russian government has approved the creation of a national research center dedicated to shipbuilding, as part of the effort to strengthen coordination in maritime research, according to an official statement released on Sunday. The center will be formed through the reorganization of the»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

EU stresses diplomacy as key to resolving outstanding issues in Middle East

Brussels: The European Union stressed on Sunday the critical role of diplomacy in resolving outstanding issues in the Middle East, following the failure of the United States and Iran to reach an agreement during talks held in Pakistan. EU spokesperson Anouar El Anouni said in a statement that diplo»»»

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TAP 3h

FM calls on CEN-SAD Member States to pool efforts to revitalise Community and activate its role

Tunis, April 12 (TAP) - Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration and Tunisians Abroad Mohamed Ali Nafti pointed out that the current challenges facing the region call upon the Community of Sahel-Saharan States (CEN-SAD) member States to exert joint...»»»

The Peninsula 3h

Irish ministers to hold emergency meet over fuel cost protests

London: The Irish government was on Sunday due to hold an emergency cabinet meeting to sign off on measures aimed at ending fuel cost protests that have endangered the functioning of the country's emergency services. Hauliers and agricultural contractors began a series of protests on Tuesday over s»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

Saudi Foreign Minister discusses regional updates with South Korean Presidential Envoy

Riyadh: Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah met today with the South Korean President's Chief of Staff and Special Envoy, Kang Hoon-sik, who is visiting Riyadh. During the meeting, they reviewed bilateral cooperation between the two countries and discussed regional developm»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

Jordan King discusses cooperation opportunities with Syrian delegation

Amman: King Abdullah II of Jordan met today with the Syrian ministerial delegation participating in the second session of the Higher Coordination Council between Jordan and Syria to discuss opportunities for cooperation between the two countries in various fields. During the meeting, the Jordanian »»»

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Al Awsat 3h

What Effect do Painkillers Have on Blood Pressure?

People with high blood pressure should exercise caution when using over-the-counter painkillers. No medication is entirely risk-free. Anti-inflammatory painkillers such as ibuprofen can raise blood pressure, increasing the risk of heart attack or stroke. Patients with hypertension are advised to av»»»

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Al Awsat 3h

Hearing Aids Can Seem Like a Big Step. This NYC Ballet Principal Dancer Doesn't Regret Taking It

Sara Mearns was missing her cues. She couldn't hear what her dance partner was saying from across the studio. She was late for her entrances because the music sounded too soft. Without telling anyone, she finally made an appointment to get her hearing checked. Mearns learned that she had hearing lo»»»

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Naharnet 3h

World urges respect for Iran-US truce, Putin says willing to mediate

Iran and the United States failed to strike a deal Sunday to end the war in the Middle East, but there was no immediate return to hostilities and world leaders quickly urged both sides to pursue the diplomatic route to peace. U.S. Vice President JD Vance left Pakistan after the talks -- the highest»»»

RT 3h

Prof. Schlevogt’s Compass No. 52: High time to come back – why MNCs belong back in Russia

There is a time for goodbye – and a time for reunion. When foreign companies beat a hasty retreat from Russia in 2022 amid the Ukraine conflict, they framed their departures as a moral necessity. In truth, for many, it was a costly act of panic: Abrupt, politically driven, and strategically short-s»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Bahrain offers public schools choice between in-person classroom and remote learning

Dubai: Bahrain’s Ministry of Education has announced that students in public schools will be given the option to continue remote learning or return to in-person classes from April 19. The decision applies to all educational stages, with schools set to contact students and parents this week to confi»»»

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Sputnik 3h

Iran Wants Total End to War, Not Temporary Ceasefire Allowing US and Israel to Regroup: Prof

The US and Israel are facing “severe political and military problems” and looking for a “pause” in hostilities “to reload and regather, refocus and try again” against Iran. That’s not what Tehran is after, says Daffodil University journalism professor Greg Simons. The June 2025 war and the current »»»

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EU Observer 4h

[Interview] Hungarian journalist on life in Orbán’s media: ‘The moment they told me what I couldn’t ask, I knew it wouldn’t last’

Alinda Veiszer is a Hungarian television editor, presenter, journalist, and author. She became known at a time when she was working in Hungarian public media. In recent years, she has run her own channel on Patreon, where she publishes conversations with some of the best-known figures in Hungarian »»»

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Gulf News 4h

Watch: Dubai completes first phase of Dh500m sewerage and stormwater project in Al Quoz

Dubai: Dubai Municipality on Sunday announced that it has completed the first phase of its Sewerage and Stormwater Network Development Project in Al Quoz Creative Zone, at a cost of Dh250 million. The total investment in the project, in what is described as one of Dubai's most dynamic and economica»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Kuwait adds 25 names to terror list, bringing total to 219

Dubai: Kuwait has added 25 new names to its national terrorism list, including 24 citizens and one non-Kuwaiti, bringing the total number of individuals and entities designated to 219. According to Al Rai Arabic daily, the move was announced by the Special Committee tasked with the implementation o»»»

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Sputnik 4h

Trump Says US Naval Blockade in Strait of Hormuz Will Begin Shortly

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - US President Donald Trump said on Sunday that the United States would soon start the naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz to prevent Iran from using what he described as "extortion." "The Blockade will begin shortly. Other Countries will be involved with this Blockade," Trump w»»»

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Al Awsat 4h

Trump Threatens Strait of Hormuz Blockade after US-Iran Ceasefire Talks End without Agreement

President Donald Trump on Sunday said the US Navy would “immediately” begin a blockade to stop ships from entering or leaving the Strait of Hormuz, after US-Iran peace talks in Pakistan ended without an agreement. Trump sought to exert strategic control over the waterway responsible for the transpo»»»

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The Peninsula 4h

Australia PM to travel to Malaysia, Brunei for fuel talks

Sydney: Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will travel to Brunei and Malaysia to discuss energy and food security, his office said on Sunday, continuing regional efforts to shore up fuel supplies for a nation reliant on imports. Albanese will travel to Brunei and Kuala Lumpur from April 14 »»»

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Al Awsat 4h

Ben Gvir, Settlers Storm Al-Aqsa Mosque

Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir stormed the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound on Sunday morning with a group of settlers, under the protection of Israeli police. The Palestinian News Agency (WAFA) reported that “during the incursion, settlers performed Talmudic prayers in the courtyards of»»»

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Gulf News 5h

Dubai heirs seek Dh8.6m over undelivered luxury car

A Dubai civil court has ruled it lacks jurisdiction to hear a claim filed by heirs seeking to recover Dh8.6 million linked to the purchase of a rare luxury car, referring the case to the emirate’s inheritance court. The dispute centres on an agreement by the deceased to purchase a limited-edition A»»»

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The Peninsula 5h

Teenage sprint star Gout powers to 200m win in blistering 19.67sec

Sydney: Teenage sprint sensation Gout Gout ran a blistering 19.67 seconds to win the 200m at the Australian championships on Sunday, faster than Usain Bolt at the same age. Fellow Australian Aidan Murphy also cracked the 20-second mark, coming second in 19.88 -- the two quickest times of the year a»»»

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Gulf News 5h

'Our Life in the UAE' forum gets 31 million views

Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence and Chairman of the Board of the Watani Al Emarat Foundation, praised the pivotal role played by influencers, content creators, and podcasters in conveying the noble message of the “Our Life in the UAE” forum to audiences bo»»»

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Sputnik 5h

Putin Holds Phone Call With Iranian President Pezeshkian

Russian President Vladimir Putin, in a conversation with the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Masoud Pezeshkian, emphasized Russia's readiness to assist in finding a political-diplomatic resolution to the conflict surrounding Iran, the Kremlin's press service reported. What the Kremlin ha»»»

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Gulf News 5h

Flying out of Dubai with a pet? You need to know this

Travelling with pets on your mind? Make things easier on yourself by getting the paperwork in order. Dubai Municipality put out an Instagram post explaining the documents you need to fly with your little fur balls. But first, you’ve got to: Microchip and register your pet. Ensure all his/her vaccin»»»

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TAP 5h

ARP: Oral questions to Interior Minister in plenary session on April 13

Tunis, April 12 (TAP) - The Assembly of People's Representatives (ARP) will hold a plenary session on April 13. Oral questions will be addressed to The Interior Minister, the ARP said.»»»

Al Manar 6h

Al-Manar correspondent: Enemy warplanes attacked the town of Soujod 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 Soujod in southern Lebanon 12-04-2026 14:41 PM Latest News Urgent News Al-Mana»»»

Egypt Independent 6h

Finance Minister: New public-private partnership projects

The government is working to offer more attractive economic opportunities to boost investment inflows, with over 20 new projects planned under the public-private partnership (PPP) system, Finance Minister Ahmed Kouchouk said on Sunday, April 12, 2026. In statements, Kouchouk affirmed that the gover»»»

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The Peninsula 6h

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 6h

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 7h

‘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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Gulf News 7h

How your old device can power a student’s education

Dubai: The Digital School’s “Donate Your Own Device 2.0” campaign has reached a major milestone, achieving 70% of its target in record time as it works toward collecting 100,000 used electronic devices to support students in underserved communities worldwide. Launched in August 2025 in collaboratio»»»

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Gulf News 7h

UAE landmarks light up in flag colours: Burj Khalifa leads nationwide display of unity and pride

Landmarks across the UAE were illuminated in the colours of the national flag, led by a striking display on the Burj Khalifa, which lit up its facade as a powerful symbol of unity, pride and national achievement. The world’s tallest tower was transformed into a visual celebration of belonging and c»»»

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Al Awsat 7h

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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The Peninsula 7h

Legendary Indian singer Asha Bhosle dies aged 92

Mumbai, India: Legendary Indian playback singer Asha Bhosle, whose voice defined Bollywood music through the 1970s and 80s, died Sunday in Mumbai aged 92, her family said. Two-time Grammy nominee Bhosle breathed her last at the Breach Candy hospital where she was admitted with complaints of "extrem»»»

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Gulf News 8h

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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