NASA’s Artemis II astronauts splash down on Earth after lunar mission
WASHINGTON: NASA’s Artemis II astronauts have returned safely to Earth, completing the first crewed mission to travel around the Moon in more than 50 years. The Orion spacecraftsplashed downin the Pacific Ocean off the coast of California at 5:07pm local time (00:07 GMT) on Friday, following a high»»»
Number of Filed Conflict of Interest Reports Grows Nearly 2.5 Times in Q1 of 2026, Y/Y
The number of reports of conflicts of interest filed in the first quarter of 2026 increased nearly 2.5 times compared with the same period last year, the National Audit Office said on Saturday. The largest number of reports concern municipal councillors, mayors and school headteachers. For the peri»»»
US-Iran: More Than Four Decades of Enmity
The United States and Iran have been sworn enemies since the 1979 revolution and the hostage crisis at the US embassy in Tehran. On Saturday, the arch-foes are set to hold talks in Islamabad to end more than a month of war in the Middle East, as a fragile ceasefire holds despite deep mutual mistrus»»»
NTUA reclaims historic buildings after decades of occupation
The Michanourgeio, a five-story, 996 sq.m. building on Athens’ Patission Avenue, was fully evacuated in May 2025 following the end of its occupation in July 2024. After years of squatting – some for as many as 29 years – several historic buildings belonging to the National Technical University of A»»»
UAE economy defies global turbulence, accelerates growth with strong resilience
The UAE economy has once again demonstrated exceptional resilience and agility in the face of global financial and geopolitical volatility, emerging as one of the fastest-recovering economies worldwide. Built on strong fiscal foundations, diversified growth strategies, and forward-looking policies,»»»
'A Perfect Mission': Artemis II Astronauts Return to Earth
An elated NASA late Friday was celebrating its successful voyage around the Moon, after four astronauts safely returned to Earth having completed the first lunar flyby in more than 50 years. The NASA spacecraft carrying four astronauts -- three Americans and one Canadian -- splashed down without a »»»
Polls: Israelis Favor Resuming War with Iran, Netanyahu Likely to Lose Election
Three opinion polls conducted in Tel Aviv on Friday showed that an overwhelming majority of Israelis view the war against Iran and Lebanon’s Hezbollah as a failure for US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, while supporting a resumption of the fighting to achieve t»»»
US Trade Representative: China Involvement in Iran Would Complicate Matters
US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said on Friday that the United States is trying to maintain a stable relationship with China, but if Beijing gets involved with Iran in a way that is counter to US interests, that would complicate matters. “The underlying goals of our economies are so differ»»»
Cabinet introduces ban on drywall imports to Kyrgyzstan - | 24.KG
The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has introduced a temporary restriction on the import of gypsum boards, panels, and similar products without ornamentation, faced with paper or cardboard, classified under the Foreign Economic Activity Commodity Nomenclature Code 6809 11 000 0. The ban on impor»»»
Investor protection strengthened: Disputes to be resolved through arbitration - | 24.KG
President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov signed a law introducing amendments to legislation on investments and arbitration courts. The document clarifies procedures for protecting investors and resolving investment disputes. In particular, it stipulates that disputes should first be settled through ne»»»
On This Day, April 11: Ill-fated Apollo 13 blasts off - UPI.com
On April 11, 1970, the Apollo 13 spacecraft was launched from Cape Canaveral, Fla., on the third U.S. moon-landing mission. 1 of 6 | An Apollo 13 flight plan signed by astronauts James A. Lovell, John L. "Jack" Swigert and Fred W. Haise waits to be auctioned off at Sotheby's Space Exploration sale »»»
Iran Counts its Human, Material Losses in 5 Weeks of War
More than 125,000 civilian facilities have been damaged or destroyed in the US-Israeli attacks across Iran, the head of the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) said on Friday. Pir-Hossein Kolivand told Iranian state television that around 100,000 homes and at least 23,500 shops were hit during the »»»
Pressure Mounts on Hamas as It Weighs Response on Disarmament
Diplomatic momentum is building around a Gaza ceasefire, as Hamas and other Palestinian factions prepare their final response to a “Board of Peace” plan on the movement’s disarmament and the second phase of the deal. Talks were set to begin in Cairo on Friday and Saturday, with more meetings possib»»»
US, Iran Teams in Pakistan ahead of 'Make-or-Break' Talks
Senior US and Iranian leaders were in the Pakistani capital Islamabad on Saturday for negotiations to end their six-week-old war, although Tehran threw the talks into doubt by saying they could not begin without commitments on Lebanon and sanctions. The US delegation, led by Vice President JD Vance»»»
Turkish scholars praise exhibits at History Museum of Kyrgyzstan - | 24.KG
An official delegation led by the Rector of the National Defense University of Turkey, historian, and academic Erhan Afyoncu paid a working visit to the National History Museum of Kyrgyzstan. The guests were welcomed by museum director, Professor Zhyldyz Bakashova. During the tour, the delegation w»»»
Sadyr Japarov opens new school in Aravan district of Osh region - | 24.KG
President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov arrived in Aravan district of Osh region, where he attended the opening of secondary school No. 47 named after Ergesh Kebekbaev. The educational institution has been commissioned and is designed to provide students with modern learning conditions. The day befor»»»
Philippine carriers flight suspensions: Key dates, affected flights, and what to do
Dubai: Travellers flying between the Philippines and the Middle East are facing disruptions after flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) and low-cost carrier Cebu Pacific (CEB) have suspended several routes due to ongoing security concerns. With many passengers affected, especially overseas Filipin»»»
PIN to be assigned for life: Kyrgyzstan updates citizen registration rules - | 24.KG
President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov signed a law introducing changes to the system of personalized registration of citizens for the purposes of mandatory social insurance. The document clarifies the status of the Personal Identification Number (PIN). Under the new rules, the PIN will be assigned »»»
LIVE UPDATES: Negotiators arrive in Pakistan for Iran-US ceasefire talks
Doha, Qatar: High-profile officials from Iran and the US are in the Pakistani capital, Islamabad, for the highly-anticipated ceasefire talks, which Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif described as "make or break". Pakistan has declared a two-day holiday, and deployed 10,000 security personnel o»»»
No, Emmanuel Macron did not share a (fake) photo of Melania Trump with Jeffrey Epstein
Social media users are claiming that French President Emmanuel Macron circulated a photo of Melania Trump, the wife of US President Donald Trump, appearing with Jeffrey Epstein. However, the image has been digitally altered and was never shared by Macron. The misinformation began circulating after »»»
Iranians Look at Pakistan Talks with Mixture of Skepticism, Outright Fear
Everyday Iranians are awaiting planned negotiations between Washington and Tehran with a mixture of skepticism and outright fear, caught between a government they say does not understand peace and an American president who has threatened to destroy a “whole civilization.” Talks between the US and I»»»
Kamchybek Tashiev questioned at Interior Ministry again - | 24.KG
Former head of the State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan, Kamchybek Tashiev, has once again been summoned for questioning at the investigative department of the Interior Ministry, sources in law enforcement agencies told 24.kg news agency. Photo Internet According to the sources, the »»»
Iran sets 'preconditions' ahead of ceasefire talks as Vance warns Tehran not to 'play' US
Iranian and US delegations headed for Islamabad on Friday ahead of ceasefire negotiations between the two countries that threaten to be derailed by deep disagreements. While Iran said it would only begin talks if Washington accepted its "preconditions", Vice President JD Vance warned Teh»»»
Former IS group child ‘fighters’ jailed in Iraq seek repatriation to France
Three Frenchmen who were taken to Syria by their jihadist parents as children and forced to work for the Islamic State (IS) group are seeking repatriation, their lawyer said on Friday. The men are among thousands of IS group "fighters" who are being held in Iraq after being transferred fr»»»
Kyrgyzstan and Turkey discuss financing of green projects - | 24.KG
On April 10, a meeting was held at the National Investment Agency between representatives of the Turkish company Yapi Merkezi and the management of the Kyrgyz Green Infrastructure Fund. During the meeting, the Turkish side presented its international experience in implementing projects in the const»»»
Lebanon Between 2026 War and Negotiation Talks Next Week
Lebanon, under sustained Israeli air strikes and an open war, is entering a pivotal week as it prepares for preliminary meetings expected next week that could open a new negotiating track to secure a ceasefire, stabilize the border, and regulate the south. The move brings Lebanese-Israeli negotiati»»»
'Trump harbors an unexplained sympathy for Vladimir Putin', Ukrainian analyst says
Ukrainian leadership on April 8 hailed the two-week ceasefire reached between the U.S. and Iran but stressed it is time to pressure Russia to end its war in Ukraine as well. Speaking with FRANCE 24's Mark Owen, Peter Zalmayev, Founder and Director of the Eurasia Democracy Initiative, says that the »»»
Family trek ends in tragedy: Kerala girl found dead after four-day hill search
A 14-year-old girl from Kerala who went missing during a family trek in Karnataka’s Chandradrona hill range has been found dead after a four-day search operation, according to media reports. Sri Nanda, a Class 10 student from Palakkad, was travelling with around 40 relatives when she disappeared du»»»
US, Lebanon Ask Israel to Pause Attacks on Lebanese Territory Ahead of Talks - Reports
Lebanon, through US intermediaries, has asked Israel to suspend attacks on its territory ahead of talks, Axios reported citing sources. The US has supported the Lebanese request and is demanding Israel accept it, but Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has not yet made a decisin on the matter»»»
Iranian Delegation Lands in Islamabad Ahead of 'Make-or-Break' Talks
Iran's negotiating team arrived in Islamabad on Friday for peace talks with the United States, even as Tehran insisted on measures it said needed to be addressed first, throwing last-minute doubt over the meetings. US President Donald Trump announced a two-week ceasefire in the six-week war on Tues»»»
Iranian Delegation Arrives in Islamabad for Talks With US
The Pakistani Foreign Ministry on Friday confirmed the arrival of an Iranian delegation to participate in talks with the United States and expressed hope for constructive dialogue. "A high-powered delegation of the Islamic Republic of Iran led by Speaker of the Iranian. Parliament H.E. Mohammad Bag»»»
Venezuelan opposition calls for elections citing "absolute absence" of Maduro
Venezuela's opposition moved on April 10 to force the question of presidential elections, arguing that the constitutional window for addressing the power vacuum left by the removal of Nicolás Maduro has now closed, and that a vote must follow within 30 days. »»»
PANNIER: Taliban look north for friends
Central Asia’s governments were probably not best pleased when the Taliban returned to power in Afghanistan in August 2021, but most of them have since tried to make the most of the status quo. Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turk»»»
Brazil bets on AI data hub ambitions as companies pour billions into smart logistics
Brazil's government unveiled plans to position the country as a major global hub for artificial intelligence data processing and storage, just as Brazilian and multinational companies race to automate their logistics networks in a sign of the country's broader digital transformation ambitions. »»»
Iran's military warns forces 'on the trigger' as Islamabad talks set to begin
Iran's central military command warned on April 10 that its armed forces remain at full combat readiness and will not relinquish control of the Strait of Hormuz, issuing the statement hours before US and Iranian delegations are due to sit down for ceasefire negotiations in Islamabad. »»»
Iran's military warns forces 'on the trigger' as Islamabad talks set to begin
Iran's central military command warned on April 10 that its armed forces remain at full combat readiness and will not relinquish control of the Strait of Hormuz, issuing the statement hours before US and Iranian delegations are due to sit down for ceasefire negotiations in Islamabad. »»»
Iran's military warns forces 'on the trigger' as Islamabad talks set to begin
Iran's central military command warned on April 10 that its armed forces remain at full combat readiness and will not relinquish control of the Strait of Hormuz, issuing the statement hours before US and Iranian delegations are due to sit down for ceasefire negotiations in Islamabad. »»»
Iran's military warns forces 'on the trigger' as Islamabad talks set to begin
Iran's central military command warned on April 10 that its armed forces remain at full combat readiness and will not relinquish control of the Strait of Hormuz, issuing the statement hours before US and Iranian delegations are due to sit down for ceasefire negotiations in Islamabad. »»»
Iran's military warns forces 'on the trigger' as Islamabad talks set to begin
Iran's central military command warned on April 10 that its armed forces remain at full combat readiness and will not relinquish control of the Strait of Hormuz, issuing the statement hours before US and Iranian delegations are due to sit down for ceasefire negotiations in Islamabad. »»»
Iran's military warns forces 'on the trigger' as Islamabad talks set to begin
Iran's central military command warned on April 10 that its armed forces remain at full combat readiness and will not relinquish control of the Strait of Hormuz, issuing the statement hours before US and Iranian delegations are due to sit down for ceasefire negotiations in Islamabad. »»»
Iran's military warns forces 'on the trigger' as Islamabad talks set to begin
Iran's central military command warned on April 10 that its armed forces remain at full combat readiness and will not relinquish control of the Strait of Hormuz, issuing the statement hours before US and Iranian delegations are due to sit down for ceasefire negotiations in Islamabad. »»»
Iran's military warns forces 'on the trigger' as Islamabad talks set to begin
Iran's central military command warned on April 10 that its armed forces remain at full combat readiness and will not relinquish control of the Strait of Hormuz, issuing the statement hours before US and Iranian delegations are due to sit down for ceasefire negotiations in Islamabad. »»»
Iran's military warns forces 'on the trigger' as Islamabad talks set to begin
Iran's central military command warned on April 10 that its armed forces remain at full combat readiness and will not relinquish control of the Strait of Hormuz, issuing the statement hours before US and Iranian delegations are due to sit down for ceasefire negotiations in Islamabad. »»»
Iran's military warns forces 'on the trigger' as Islamabad talks set to begin
Iran's central military command warned on April 10 that its armed forces remain at full combat readiness and will not relinquish control of the Strait of Hormuz, issuing the statement hours before US and Iranian delegations are due to sit down for ceasefire negotiations in Islamabad. »»»
Iran's military warns forces 'on the trigger' as Islamabad talks set to begin
Iran's central military command warned on April 10 that its armed forces remain at full combat readiness and will not relinquish control of the Strait of Hormuz, issuing the statement hours before US and Iranian delegations are due to sit down for ceasefire negotiations in Islamabad. »»»
Iran's military warns forces 'on the trigger' as Islamabad talks set to begin
Iran's central military command warned on April 10 that its armed forces remain at full combat readiness and will not relinquish control of the Strait of Hormuz, issuing the statement hours before US and Iranian delegations are due to sit down for ceasefire negotiations in Islamabad. »»»
PANNIER: Taliban look north for friends
Central Asia’s governments were probably not best pleased when the Taliban returned to power in Afghanistan in August 2021, but most of them have since tried to make the most of the status quo. Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turk»»»
PANNIER: Taliban look north for friends
Central Asia’s governments were probably not best pleased when the Taliban returned to power in Afghanistan in August 2021, but most of them have since tried to make the most of the status quo. Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turk»»»