RT 2m

Xi Jinping stresses peaceful relations in talks with Taiwan’s Kuomintang leader amid tensions

Chinese President Xi Jinping met with the head of Taiwan’s main opposition party, the Kuomintang (KMT), on Friday and stressed that no global changes would stop “the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation,” including its people across the Taiwan Strait. Taiwan became a de facto self-governed terr»»»

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Gulf News 1h

UAE, Indian foreign ministers discuss regional security

Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, received Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, Minister of External Affairs of the Republic of India to discuss regional security following Iran's unprovoked and terrorist missile attacks against the UAE a»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Kuwait arrests 24 in plot to fund terrorist activities

Dubai: Kuwait’s State Security Agency has arrested 24 citizens, including one whose citizenship has been revoked, after seizing sums of money linked to illicit activities. Authorities announced they had foiled a plot aimed at undermining national security and financing terrorist entities. Get updat»»»

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UPI 1h

Appeals panel: Ballroom construction can continue for now - UPI.com

1 of 2 | President Donald Trump shows a rendition of the East Wing with the new White House Ballroom in October. An appeals court ruled Saturday that construction can continue on the ballroom. File Photo by Aaron Schwartz/UPI | License Photo April 11 (UPI) -- A panel of judges said Saturday it will»»»

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Sputnik 2h

Iran Has Won the War, It Will Be Up to the US to Secure the Peace: Mohammad Marandi

Whether or not Iran-US peace negotiations succeed depends entirely on the American side, renowned international affairs commentator Dr. Mohammad Marandi told Sputnik, commenting on Saturday's unprecedented face-to-face talks in Islamabad, Pakistan. Iran didn’t start the war, it wasn’t the one to es»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Easter truce between Russia and Ukraine begins

Kyiv: A truce between Russia and Ukraine to mark the Orthodox Easter entered into force on Saturday, with Kyiv warning it would respond "immediately" if Russia violated it. Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered the ceasefire on Thursday, more than a week after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelen»»»

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Kathimerini 2h

Authorities impound more than 200 luxury cars

Greek authorities have impounded 229 luxury cars in a nationwide crackdown for alleged tax, regulatory and customs violations, the independent AADE tax authority said Saturday. An AADE statement said the vehicles included Bentleys, Lamborghinis, Ferraris and Porsches, estimated to be worth more tha»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

In Fiery Speech, Pope Leo Says ‘Enough to War!’

Pope Leo lashed out against warmongers on Saturday while calling on billions of people around the globe to embrace peace and "believe once again in love, moderation and good politics". In one of his most passionate entreaties yet to end the raging conflict in the Middle East, the American pope said»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

US Warships Transit Strait of Hormuz in Mine Clearance Op

Two US Navy warships have transited the Strait of Hormuz at the start of an operation to clear the strategic waterway of mines laid by Iran, US Central Command said Saturday. The announcement -- which marks the first such transit since the US-Israeli war with Iran began -- came shortly after Presid»»»

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Sana 2h

Arab and international firms eye expansion in Syrian market at Agro Syria exhibition

Damascus, April 11 (SANA) – Arab and international companies participating in the 4th Syria International Exhibition for Agricultural Mechanization, Livestock and Agricultural Production Supplies (Agro Syria) expressed interest in expanding their presence in Syria, viewing it as a promising investm»»»

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Sputnik 3h

Deployment of New Low-Orbital Broadband Communications Satellite Group 'Major Event' - Putin

Russian President Vladimir Putin called the deployment of the new low-orbital broadband communications satellite group a "major event." "First of all, I want to congratulate you and all our cosmonauts, as well as everyone who has been or is involved in space activities, on this holiday. This year, »»»

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UPI 3h

4 women accuse Rep. Eric Swalwell of sexual misconduct; 1 claims rape - UPI.com

Rep. Eric Swalwell D-Calif., speaks during a hearing in 2023. Four women have accused him of sexual misconduct. File Photo by Ken Cedeno/UPI | License Photo April 11 (UPI) -- Rep. Eric Swalwell, D-Calif., who is running for California governor, is facing several allegations of sexual misconduct and»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

Foreign Ministry of Palestine condemns Israeli occupation massacre in Bureij Camp in central Gaza

Ramallah: The Palestinian Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned on Saturday the massacre committed by Israeli occupation forces in Bureij refugee camp in central Gaza early this morning, which left several Palestinians martyred and injured, including critical cases, marking a new crime within the o»»»

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The Peninsula 4h

Three killed, others injured in Israeli airstrike on southern Lebanon

Beirut: Three people were killed and others injured today in a new Israeli airstrike on southern Lebanon. The Lebanese Ministry of Health said in a statement that a strike on the town of Toul, in Nabatieh district, killed three people, including a paramedic, and injured three others, also including»»»

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Sana 4h

Qatar reiterates support for Syria’s sovereignty and unity

Doha, April 11 (SANA) Qatar has reaffirmed its support for Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, emphasizing its continued stance in backing the Syrian people. In a statement on the platform X, Qatar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Minister of State Mohammed Al-Khulaifi discussed develo»»»

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Al Awsat 4h

Syria Says Busts 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 the Lebanese armed group Hezbollah. In a statement, the ministry said security forces observed a woman as she attempted to "»»»

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The Peninsula 4h

Arsenal suffer major blow in Premier League title charge

London: Arsenal suffered a huge blow in the Premier League title race on Saturday, losing 2-1 at home to Bournemouth to give Manchester City renewed hope they can catch the long-time leaders. The visitors took the lead at a nervy Emirates through Junior Kroupi but Mikel Arteta's men levelled throug»»»

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UPI 4h

Artemis II crew splashes down in the Pacific Ocean after moon mission - UPI.com

1 of 3 | A Navy MH-60 Seahawk from Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 23 is seen as it lifts CSA (Canadian Space Agency) astronaut Jeremy Hansen, Artemis II mission specialist as teams work to bring the crewmembers aboard USS John P. Murtha, on Friday, in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Califo»»»

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Al Awsat 5h

A Syrian Man Buries His Wife and 4 Children Killed in Israeli Strikes on Beirut

A Syrian man on Saturday buried his wife and four of his five children, killed in the massive wave of Israeli strikes that pounded Beirut earlier this week, laying them to rest in Deir Ezzor province in northeastern Syria. It was not the homecoming they had anticipated when they fled to Lebanon six»»»

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Al Awsat 5h

US-Iran Direct Talks Begin in Pakistan as War’s Fragile Ceasefire Holds

The United States and Iran began face-to-face negotiations Saturday in Pakistan, days after a fragile, two-week ceasefire was announced, as the war that has killed thousands of people and shaken global markets entered its seventh week. The White House confirmed the direct nature of the talks. Iran'»»»

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Gulf News 5h

US warships transit Strait of Hormuz: media

Two US warships have reportedly passed through the Strait of Hormuz, the first such transit since the war with Iran began, as President Donald Trump said Saturday that the United States had started "clearing out" the strategic waterway. The US Navy guided-missile destroyers passed through the strai»»»

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RT 5h

How Ukrainian spies are allegedly working against Hungary’s Viktor Orban

Behind Vladimir Zelensky’s public feud with Viktor Orban, the arrest of two suspected spies in Budapest adds to claims that the Ukrainian leader is waging a shadow campaign to take out the Hungarian prime minister. Read more Battle for Hungary: How the Russiagate blueprint has been unleashed agains»»»

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UPI 5h

Vance, Iran delegation begin peace talks in Pakistan - UPI.com

1 of 2 | Vice President JD Vance shakes hands with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif during a meeting, in Islamabad, Pakistan, Saturday. Delegations from the United States and Iran are meeting in Pakistan Saturday to discuss ending the war in Iran. Photo by the Pakistan Foreign Ministry/EPA A»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 6h

Holy Fire Distributed from Synodal Palace in Sofia on Easter Eve

The Holy Fire from Jerusalem, kept at the Palace of the Holy Synod of the Bulgarian Orthodox Church (BOC) in Sofia, is being spread out by priests taking it to evening service in their churches in Bulgaria on Holy Saturday, which for Orthodox Christians this year is on April 11. Normally, the Holy »»»

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The Peninsula 7h

Russia and Ukraine set to begin Easter truce

Kyiv, Ukraine: A temporary ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine for Orthodox Easter begins on Saturday afternoon, as US-led diplomatic efforts to end the war falter. The Kremlin said it had ordered a temporary truce from Saturday at 4pm (1300 GMT) until the end of Sunday, a 32-hour period. Russia's»»»

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Qatar Tribune 7h

Qatar sends 14th identical letter to UN, Security Council regarding latest developments of Iranian attack on its territories

NEW YORK: The State of Qatar has sent a 14th identical letter to Secretary-General of the United Nations HE Antonio Guterres and Permanent Representative of the Kingdom of Bahrain to the United Nations and President of the Security Council for the month of April HE Jamal Fares Al Rowaiei, regarding»»»

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The Peninsula 7h

Qatar sends 14th identical letter to UN, Security Council regarding latest developments of Iranian attack on its territories

New York, USA: The State of Qatar has sent a 14th identical letter to HE Secretary-General of the United Nations Antonio Guterres and HE Permanent Representative of the Kingdom of Bahrain to the United Nations and President of the Security Council for the month of April Jamal Fares Al Rowaiei, rega»»»

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Naharnet 7h

Hezbollah MP slams planned Lebanese talks with Israel as strikes kill 10

Hezbollah lawmaker Hassan Fadlallah on Saturday reiterated his group's rejection of direct negotiations between Israel and Lebanon, where authorities reported 10 people killed in Israeli attacks in the south. The office of President Joseph Aoun said on Friday that officials from Lebanon, Israel and»»»

Kathimerini 8h

Rescue operation underway after building collapses in Cyprus

A rescue operation is underway in Cyprus after a two-storey residential building partly collapsed at noon. The building is located in Germasogeia, an eastern suburb of Limassol. Local media outlet Phileleftheros said three people injured in the collapse have been transferred to hospital by ambulanc»»»

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Sputnik 9h

Russia Returns 175 Soldiers From Ukrainian Captivity

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russia has returned 175 military personnel from the Ukrainian captivity, with 175 Ukrainian servicemen handed over in exchange, the Russian Defense Military said on Saturday. "On April 11, 175 Russian servicemen were returned from the territory controlled by the Kiev regime. In e»»»

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RT 9h

Three weeks of fuel, 170 million people: Inside Bangladesh’s worsening fuel shortage

“My daughter is sleeping in the ICU of a hospital in Mohakhali, Dhaka and I have been in the queue at the Trust filling station since 1:30 AM. It is now a quarter to three... If I cannot get fuel, I will leave the bike on the road and just walk away. I do not have the strength left in my body to pu»»»

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Al Manar 9h

Lebanese Health Ministry says 2 paramedics among 7 martyrs in Israeli strikes on Zefta and Kfar Seer 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 Lebanese Health Ministry says 2 paramedics among 7 martyrs in Israeli strikes on Zefta and Kfar Seer in southern Lebanon 11-04-2026 13:58 P»»»

Al Awsat 9h

Iran, Lebanon Bore Brunt of Missiles and Drones Launched During War

Some three-quarters of the airstrikes during the Middle East war targeted sites in Iran or Lebanon, according to an AFP analysis of data from ACLED, a non-profit that tracks political violence worldwide. At least 7,700 strikes or series of strikes by missiles, drones, rockets or bombs, were recorde»»»

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Al Awsat 9h

US and Iran Envoys Meet Pakistani PM as Negotiations Kick off

Senior Iranian and American delegations met Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad on Saturday to begin negotiations towards a deal to end the Middle East war unleashed six weeks earlier by US-Israeli strikes on Tehran. With the talks under way at Islamabad's Serena Hotel, Iranian med»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 9h

EUR 12,000 Intended for Vote-buying Found in Targovishte, Two Men Detained

Hidden in a belt, EUR 12,000 and lists of names were found on two individuals detained during a police operation in Targovishte, acting Interior Ministry Secretary General Georgi Kandev wrote on Facebook on Saturday. Following a tip-off about organized vote-buying, officers of the Ministry conducte»»»

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Al Awsat 9h

From Boston to Denver, US Drivers Cut Back as Iran War Pushes Fuel Costs Higher

Boston resident Pat Ouedraogo has cut longer-distance trips, while aspiring law student Skyler Burke drives extra miles to avoid pricier gasoline pumps closer to home. In Houston, auto broker David Wright has switched from a gas-guzzling race car to an all-electric vehicle. These struggles are bein»»»

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Al Manar 9h

Hezbollah’s Islamic Resistance fighters have carried out 9 operations against Israeli targets along the border and in northern Israeli settlements since midnight: Military Media statements - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah’s Islamic Resistance fighters have carried out 9 operations against Israeli targets along the border and in northern Israeli sett»»»

Al Awsat 9h

Ukraine Can Play Useful Role in Strait of Hormuz, Britain Says

Ukraine can play a useful role in international efforts to secure the Strait of Hormuz, Britain's armed services minister said, praising its drone technology as among the best in the world. Britain has organized discussions this month among more than 30 nations on how to reopen the strait, amid an »»»

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EU Observer 10h

[Interview] Hungarian scientist László Mérő: ‘The language of Fidesz is unmistakably Nazi speech’

László Mérő, mathematician and psychologist: “Hungarians are an accepting, tolerant, friendly people. This hatred has been deliberately stoked.” After the 2010 election, you responded to Fidesz’s two-thirds victory in a relatively optimistic article. At the time, you thought it might bring an end t»»»

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Kathimerini 10h

Concerns over Athens water supply fade as rains fill reservoir

Water reserves at Greece’s Mornos reservoir have tripled over the past six months, ending an alarm over the capital’s water supply that had been raised last autumn. The reservoir held 156,996,000 cubic meters on October 23, 2025 – its lowest level in 15 years – before climbing to 491,629,000 cubic »»»

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Gulf News 10h

Sheikh Hamdan thanks Indian students for heartfelt rendition of UAE national anthem

Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, has expressed his thanks to Indian students who have performed the UAE national anthem using traditi»»»

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Sputnik 10h

Ukraine Loses Over 345 Soldiers to Russian Forces in Past Day - MoD

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Ukraine lost over 345 soldiers in combat against Russia's Battlegroup Tsentr over the past day, in addition to losses in manpower and equipment on other fronts, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Saturday. "The losses suffered by Ukrainian armed forces amounted to more than 345»»»

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Gulf News 11h

Abu Dhabi launches campaign to keep beaches clean and safe

Abu Dhabi: Authorities in the capital have stepped up efforts to promote cleaner, safer beaches, launching a public awareness campaign aimed at encouraging visitors to take greater responsibility for preserving the emirate’s coastline. The initiative, titled “Our Home, Our Responsibility – Our Beac»»»

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Gulf News 11h

UAE rain alert: Abu Dhabi Police urge caution, slower speeds and safe driving

Abu Dhabi Police have urged motorists to exercise caution and follow safety measures during fluctuating weather conditions and rainfall, warning against distractions while driving. The Traffic Directorate and Safe Patrols stressed the importance of staying focused on the road at all times, especial»»»

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Gulf News 11h

Dubai Police issue fresh alert on phone and SMS scams

Dubai: Dubai Police have renewed their warning to residents about a surge in fraud attempts involving fake phone calls and text messages posing as officials or bank staff. The alert comes as part of the force’s ongoing “Be Aware of Fraud” campaign, which aims to educate the public on how scammers a»»»

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The Peninsula 11h

Bangladesh retain squad for first New Zealand ODIs

Dhaka: Bangladesh named an unchanged squad Saturday for the first two matches of the upcoming three-match ODI series against New Zealand, the first announcement by the newly formed selection panel. The four-member panel, led by Habibul Bashar Sumon, opted to stick with the same group that featured »»»

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Al Awsat 12h

North Korean Leader Kim Backs China’s Push for ‘Multi-polar World’ in Talks with FM

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un voiced support for China’s push to build a “multi-polar world” and called for deeper ties between the traditional allies during a meeting with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, state media said Saturday. During the meeting Friday, Kim said his government will fully s»»»

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Novinite 12h

TikTok Removes 34 Election-Linked Accounts in Bulgaria Amid Manipulation Claims

TikTok has removed 34 accounts linked to what it described as coordinated inauthentic activity connected to Bulgaria’s upcoming parliamentary elections. The platform stated that the operation was aimed at artificially boosting political narratives in favor of the DPS party and was detected with the»»»

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Al Awsat 12h

Taiwan Spotted Chinese Warplanes as Xi Met Opposition Leader in Beijing

Taiwan's defense ministry said on ‌Saturday that it spotted 16 Chinese warplanes operating near the island the previous day, around the same time China's president was meeting the Taiwanese opposition leader. Late on Friday morning, Chinese President Xi Jinping met Cheng Li-wun, chairwoman of Taiwa»»»

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Al Awsat 12h

South Korea President Clashes with Israel on Rights, Disinfo Claims

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung on Saturday accused Israel of failing to "reflect" on allegations of rights abuses by its forces, after Israel decried him for amplifying social media "disinformation". The Seoul leader irked Israel's foreign ministry this week with his comments on a social medi»»»

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