Gulf News 14m

Oil prices jump, WTI skyrockets to $104 after failed Iran talks

Oil prices jumped in early trading Monday, with US and global benchmarks climbing sharply amid heightened tensions in the Middle East and investor concern over potential supply disruptions through key shipping lanes. As of 7:19 a.m. (Asia time) on April 13, West Texas Intermediate crude traded at $»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

UDST, CCQ sign pact to strengthen academic collaboration

Tribune News Network Doha 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»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi arrives in Beijing on official visit to China

BEIJING: His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, has arrived in Beijing, starting an official visit to the People’s Republic of China aimed at further strengthening bilateral ties and advancing cooperation across key priority sectors. The visit undersc»»»

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Qatar Tribune 2h

Awareness session on ‘QU strategic positioning’ held

Tribune News Network Doha Qatar University (QU) organized 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 directi»»»

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Qatar Tribune 2h

MoCI recalls some models of Skoda, Infiniti & Nissan

Tribune News Network Doha The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI), in cooperation with Q-Auto, Qatar’s Škoda dealership, has announced the recall of Škoda Kodiaq 2025–2026 models. The recall is due to the possibility that the inner frame of the front seats may affect the performance of the sid»»»

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Qatar Tribune 2h

Dates for individual college graduation ceremonies for Class of 2026 female students announced

Tribune News Network Doha As part of its preparations to celebrate the graduation ceremony for the Class of 2026, Qatar University (QU) has announced that it will organise separate graduation ceremonies for its Class of 2026 female students, which will take place in the mornings and evenings starti»»»

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Qatar Tribune 2h

QC, Aster DM Healthcare sign MoU to boost cooperation

Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Charity (QC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Aster DM Healthcare to strengthen humanitarian health cooperation and develop joint programmes aimed at enhancing medical services for vulnerable communities worldwide. The agreement establishes a forma»»»

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Sana 2h

German farmers warn of food price surge amid energy and fertilizer crisis

Berlin, April 12 (SANA) – The president of the German Farmers’ Association, Joachim Rukwied, warned Sunday that rising agricultural production costs could lead to higher food prices in Germany in the coming months, urging the government to take urgent action. In remarks reported by Al Jazeera, Rukw»»»

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Al Manar 2h

Lebanese Health Ministry reports 18 injured, including 3 in critical condition, as a result of Israeli raids on the town of Bazouriyeh, Tyre district - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Lebanese Health Ministry reports 18 injured, including 3 in critical condition, as a result of Israeli raids on the town of Bazouriyeh, Tyr»»»

Sana 3h

Fears grow of jet fuel supply crisis amid Middle East war

Capitals, April 12 (SANA) – Concerns are mounting within Europe’s aviation sector over a potential crisis in jet fuel supplies as the ongoing war in the Middle East disrupts global energy supply chains, particularly shipments passing through the strategic Strait of Hormuz. According to data compile»»»

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EU Observer 3h

Who is Péter Magyar – the ex-regime insider who crushed Orbán?

Just over two years ago, he was an unknown figure in Hungarian public life. Out of nothing, he built the largest opposition party, which, after 16 years, defeated Viktor Orbán’s Fidesz, long considered unbeatable.Magyar had always aspired to wield significant influence, but it took a long time befo»»»

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Gulf News 3h

UAE medical aid convoy delivers 53 tonnes to Gaza

A UAE medical aid convoy entered the Gaza Strip as part of the United Arab Emirates’ ongoing efforts to support the Palestinian people and alleviate their humanitarian suffering, within the framework of Operation Chivalrous Knight 3. The convoy comprises eight trucks carrying 53 tonnes of medical a»»»

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The Peninsula 4h

QNB Group maintains strong strategic momentum in Q1 2026

Doha, Qatar: QNB Group, a leading financial institution in the Middle East and Africa, today issued its Q1 2026 Strategic Progress Update, highlighting continued execution across capital markets development, digital ecosystem expansion, international operations, and sustainability integration. Thes»»»

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Sana 4h

Syria concludes Agro Syria exhibition in Damascus with broad participation

Damascus, April 12 (SANA) – The fourth Syria International Exhibition for Agricultural Mechanization, Livestock and Agricultural Production Supplies, “Agro Syria,” concluded Sunday evening at the Damascus Fairgrounds with the participation of more than 120 local, Arab and international companies. T»»»

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Sana 5h

Middle East war reshapes Europe’s gas storage strategy

Capitals, April 12 (SANA) – The war in the Middle East has forced Europe to rethink how it manages natural gas storage, with energy security now taking priority over the traditional profit-driven model based on seasonal price differences. Recent market analysis shows the conflict and disruptions li»»»

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Middle East Observer 5h

Sahar Nasr, the American educated Egyptian woman steering the Egyptian investment drive

It was one of the first lectures of my American professor at the American University in Cairo when he said: “I am here, teaching you because I failed to be a media professional, as no media professional would choose to teach rather than being out there in the field.” Since then my professor imprint»»»

Al Manar 6h

Al-Manar correspondent: Israeli warplanes struck the towns of Mayfadoun and Kfar Romman 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: Israeli warplanes struck the towns of Mayfadoun and Kfar Romman in southern Lebanon 12-04-2026 20:13 PM Latest News»»»

Warsaw Business Journal 6h

Fintech industry testing European financial system through regulatory loopholes

Zen.com is rapidly expanding across Europe while entering Ukrainian banking and supporting crypto transactions, testing the limits of financial regulation. As a Polish fintech, its growth highlights the global ambitions of Poland’s tech sector, but also exposes regulatory gaps affecting local overs»»»

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Gulf News 7h

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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Al Awsat 7h

Some 100 People killed in Mistaken Air Force Attack on Nigerian Market

A Nigerian Air Force strike targeting rebels hit a local market in northeastern Nigeria, killing over 100 residents and injuring many others, a rights group and local media reported on Sunday. Officials confirmed a misfire but did not provide details. Amnesty International said it confirmed from su»»»

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Sana 7h

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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Warsaw Business Journal 7h

Rebuilding Ukraine with Poland’s help depends on regulation

Poland will co-host an international Ukraine recovery conference in Gdańsk in June, aiming to position itself as a key partner in rebuilding war damage. Polish officials are already discussing participation of domestic firms in major projects. Reconstruction may cost hundreds of bln euros, but succ»»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 7h

Ronson sold 122 units in Q1; target is 600 in ‘26

Ronson Development sold 122 residential units and handed over 52 in the first quarter of 2026, the company said. Its sales target for 2026 is 600 units. “Q1 2026 delivered better sales results than last year. We sold 122 apartments, with the strongest demand in Warsaw projects, particularly Ursus C»»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 7h

Small developers struggling to go it alone

Mergers and acquisitions are expected to accelerate in Poland’s residential real estate sector, driven by market fragmentation, rising land costs, stricter regulations, and succession challenges. Deals such as acquisitions by Dom Development and Develia show how companies can quickly expand scale, »»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 7h

Bogdanka reports net profit over PLN 260 mln in ‘25

LW Bogdanka reported solid 2025 results, with net profit of about PLN 264 mln and revenues exceeding PLN 2.8 bln, despite a challenging market. Coal sales fell 5.6% y/y to 7.7 mln tonnes, while production also declined slightly. The company maintained strong liquidity and a leading 30.4% share in s»»»

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EU Observer 8h

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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Al Awsat 8h

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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Al Awsat 9h

Russia Ready to Supply Gas to the EU if it Has a Surplus

Russia is ready to continue supplying gas to the European Union if there are volumes remaining after supplies to alternative markets, Russian state news agency TASS reported on Sunday. "There is plenty of it for now. But alternative markets are very voracious, there are a great many requests for su»»»

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The Peninsula 9h

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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Al Awsat 9h

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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TAP 9h

Tunisia to partake in Première Vision Paris, September 1-3

Tunis, April 12 (TAP) - Tunisia will partake in the 2nd Première Vision Paris international fashion fair, due next September 1-3 in Paris. This participation stems from renewed efforts to promote the textile and clothing sector in the French...»»»

Gulf News 9h

Abu Dhabi Police urge public not to hold celebratory parades without authorisation

The Abu Dhabi Police General Headquarters has called on the public not to organise any celebratory marches or gatherings unless they are pre-approved by the relevant authorities. The force emphasised the importance of adhering to applicable laws and regulations to safeguard public safety and preven»»»

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RT 9h

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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Al Awsat 9h

Golden Eagle Soars over England’s Skies after Century and a Half of Absence

Golden eagles could return to England’s skies after an absence of more than 150 years, according to a study that identified eight areas capable of supporting populations of the species. The government has allocated about £1m for a reintroduction programme, according to The Guardian. “The world is g»»»

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EU Observer 10h

[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 10h

800 ships stranded in Hormuz, Al Jaber flags supply risk

Dubai: Fresh figures shared on Sunday by Dr Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber point to a sharp escalation in disruptions across the Strait of Hormuz, with at least 22 ships attacked, 10 crew members killed and close to 800 commercial vessels now stranded, including almost 400 oil tankers. Sign up for our daily»»»

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The Peninsula 10h

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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TAP 10h

Olive oil: Four Tunisian companies at Anuga Select Brazil International fair

Tunis, April 12 (TAP) - Four Tunisian companies operating in the olive oil field have participated in the Anuga Select Brazil International fair for the Food and Beverage sector, held on April 7-9 in São Paulo. Organised by the Arab-Brazilian...»»»

Gulf News 10h

FNC urges salary increases, fewer duties and better conditions for teachers 

Abu Dhabi: The Federal National Council (FNC) has adopted 12 recommendations aimed at improving the quality of life of teachers in the UAE, linking better working conditions to stronger educational outcomes. The proposals were approved during the council’s fifth session of its third ordinary term o»»»

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Al Awsat 10h

Saudi Energy Companies in 2025: Billion-Dollar Profits Defy Market Volatility

In 2025, the Saudi energy sector demonstrated a superior ability to fortify its financial gains and navigate global market fluctuations, achieving a net profit exceeding $92.5 billion (347.2 billion riyals). Despite pressures imposed by the global supply-and-demand equation and supply chain disrupt»»»

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Middle East Observer 11h

Egypt’s Mobile Manufacturing Sector Raises Local Content Amid Rising Costs

Mobile phone manufacturers in Egypt have increased the local component ratio in domestically produced devices by approximately 15 percentage points, reaching between 55% and 60%, up from around 45% previously, according to multiple sources cited by Asharq Business. The shift reflects a strategic re»»»

The Peninsula 11h

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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Al Manar 11h

Islamic Resistance fighters targeted 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 a gathering of Israeli enemy army vehicles and soldiers in Khiam city with two waves of rocket barrage»»»

Al Manar 11h

Islamic Resistance fighters targeted at 09:45 on Sunday 12-04-2026 a military vehicle carrying a command crew in Taybeh town with a loitering glider - 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 09:45 on Sunday 12-04-2026 a military vehicle carrying a command crew in Taybeh town with a loiteri»»»

TAP 11h

CCIS to organise cross-sector economic mission, June 14-17 in Veletta

Tunis, April 12 (TAP) - A cross-sector economic mission will be organised on June 14-17 in Valletta (Malta) at the initiative of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Centre (CCIC), in collaboration with the Malta Chamber of SMEs. This...»»»

Al Manar 12h

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»»»

Gulf News 12h

Man to be deported after secretly filming woman and issuing threats

Dubai: A man who owns a shipping company will be deported after being convicted of secretly filming a woman and threatening to publish the footage. According to Emarat Al Youm, the woman had initially dealt with the man to arrange the shipment of personal belongings to her home country. Their relat»»»

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The Peninsula 12h

Sultanate of Oman offers five new oil, gas concession areas

Muscat, Oman: The Ministry of Energy and Minerals of the Sultanate of Oman announced the offering of five concession areas in the oil and gas sector on April 12, 2026, for competition among local and international petroleum companies. This comes as part of its efforts to enhance the optimal utiliza»»»

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Sputnik 12h

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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Egypt Independent 12h

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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