Dozens of Gaza Children Arrive in Jordan for Medical Care
A new group of wounded or ill Palestinian children from Gaza have arrived in Jordan to receive medical care, the kingdom's army said on Tuesday. They are the 26th group of children transported to Jordan since the start of the war in Gaza in October 2023. The 81 children, accompanied by 108 family m»»»
Israel Military Issues Evacuation Warning for Area of South Lebanon
Israel's military on Tuesday warned residents of more than a dozen villages and towns in southern Lebanon to immediately evacuate and head northwards, saying it would respond to Hezbollah's "violation of the ceasefire" there. The military "does not intend to harm you, and out of concern for your sa»»»
Five sentenced to life in Bahrain for plotting 'terrorist' acts with Iran
Five people were sentenced to life in Bahrain on Tuesday for plotting "terrorist and hostile acts" with Iran, which bombarded the tiny Gulf state during the Middle East war. Two Afghans and three Bahrainis were convicted and a fourth Bahraini was acquitted by the High Criminal Court, the public pro»»»
Justice Minister Proposes Disciplinary Proceedings against Judge Dian Vasilev over Influence Peddling Suspicions
Caretaker Justice Minister Andrey Yankulov has submitted to the Judges Chamber of the Supreme Judicial Council a proposal to initiate disciplinary proceedings against judge Dian Vasilev of the Sofia Regional Administrative Court, the Justice Ministry said on Tuesday. The proposal states that, in hi»»»
Germany approves new rescue bid for stranded whale
Insel Poel, Germany: German officials Tuesday gave the green light for a fresh rescue attempt for a humpback whale which has been stranded off the country's Baltic Sea coast for over a month. The 13-metre (over 40 foot) whale and its struggle for survival have gripped Germany since the sea mammal b»»»
10 drugs account for 66% of Sanofi’s sales in Egypt during H1/2024
Pharmaceutical sources revealed that 10 drugs accounted for about 65.84% of the sales of the French pharmaceutical company Sanofi in the Egyptian pharmaceutical market during the first half of this year, out of a total of more than 75 pharmaceutical preparations traded by the company in Egypt. The »»»
US at full capacity as Hormuz crisis squeezes global LNG, prices surge
Dubai: The closure of the Strait of Hormuz is rippling through global energy markets, choking off a critical supply of liquefied natural gas (LNG) and exposing a hard limit: Even the world’s top exporter, the United States, cannot step in to plug the gap, The New York Times reported. A two-month ha»»»
Sharjah pays Dh9.1m to owners of older taxi plates
The Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority (SRTA) has begun disbursing Dh9.14 million in annual payments to 4,572 owners of older taxi licence plates, in a move aimed at supporting low-income groups. The SRTA said each eligible beneficiary will receive Dh2,000 for 2025, in line with directives of Hi»»»
Russia wants Mali stability ‘as soon as possible’ after rebel attacks
MOSCOW: Moscow urgently wants peace and stability in Mali, the Kremlin said Tuesday, after unprecedented attacks by jihadists and separatists killed the country’s defense minister and seized a key town Russian forces had been protecting. Russia’s Africa Corps paramilitary unit had to withdraw from »»»
Uganda detains 231 foreigners in crackdown on possible human trafficking
KAMPALA: Ugandan authorities said Tuesday that they have detained dozens of foreigners in a crackdown on illegal migration that the internal affairs ministry suggested was linked to human traffickers and cyberscam operations. At least 231 people have been detained since Monday in operations that ta»»»
A researcher’s quest to decipher a 4,000-year-old script from Iran
LIEGE: While a modern-day war has focused the world’s attention on Iran, for French archaeologist Francois Desset it was a millennia-old mystery that drew him to the country. His quest: to decipher the 4,000-year-old writing system of Linear Elamite that had long been considered impossible to crack»»»
Aramco named Middle East’s most valuable brand for 7th year
RIYADH: Saudi Aramco has retained its position as the Middle East’s most valuable brand for a seventh consecutive year, as the state oil giant strengthened its market presence despite volatile crude prices and geopolitical conflicts. According to Brand Finance, Saudi Aramco’s brand value rose 14 pe»»»
Minister of State for Energy Affairs meets UAE Minister
Doha, Qatar: The Minister of State for Energy Affairs, the President and CEO of QatarEnergy, HE Saad Sherida Al-Kaabi, met today, April 28, 2026, with HE Dr. Sultan Ahmad Al-Jaber, the Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology of the United Arab Emirates and the Managing Director and Group CEO o»»»
Dozens of arrests in Turkiye before May 1 celebrations
Istanbu: Nearly 40 people, including journalists, trade unionists and opposition figures, were arrested on Tuesday before International Workers' Day on May 1 in Istanbul, which police have traditionally locked down. The prosecutor general's office in the city told reporters that arrest and search w»»»
Al-Manar correspondent: Israeli warplanes launched another airstrike targeting the town of Baraashit, south Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Germany Approves New Rescue Bid for Stranded Whale
German officials Tuesday gave the green light for a fresh rescue attempt for a humpback whale which has been stranded off the country's Baltic Sea coast for over a month. The 13-metre (over 40 foot) whale and its struggle for survival have gripped Germany since the sea mammal beached on a sandbank »»»
Iraqi Leaders to Begin Thorny Talks on Forming Cabinet
Iraqi leaders are expected to begin complex talks on Tuesday over forming a government and allocating cabinet portfolios under new prime minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi. Five months on from elections, Iraq remains deadlocked in negotiations over a new administration, after US pressure scuppered the»»»
African green hydrogen firms can apply for up to $20M by May 11
Tunis, April 28, 2026 (TAP) — Private African companies developing green hydrogen projects have until May 11, 2026, to submit applications via sefaafrica.org. This follows a call for proposals by the Sustainable Energy Fund for Africa (SEFA) which...»»»
Committee supports ratification of tax agreement with Japan - | 24.KG
Committee on Finance, Budget, Entrepreneurship, and Competition Development of the Parliament of Kyrgyzstan reviewed the draft law «On the ratification of the agreement between the Kyrgyz Republic and Japan on the elimination of double taxation with respect to taxes on income and the prevention of »»»
Israel strikes south, orders residents to evacuate despite truce
The Israeli army ordered Tuesday the residents of 16 villages south of the Litani river to immediately evacuate and head northwards, as Israel expanded strikes on Lebanon despite a ceasefire. The warning included the villages of Ghandourieh, Burj Qalaway, Qalaway, Sawaneh, Jmayjmeh, Safad al-Battik»»»
Trump pressures Netanyahu to keep response to Hezbollah 'calculated and limited'
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reportedly told his ministers that there is nothing more that he can do in Lebanon. "This is what Washington wants," Israel's public radio quoted the PM as saying. The Israeli army on Tuesday struck and shelled several villages in south Lebanon after is»»»
Gambling Addiction Prevention, Treatment and Therapy Fund Established
A fund for the prevention, treatment and therapy of gambling addiction has been established, said caretaker Health Minister Mihail Okoliyski during a joint briefing at the Council of Ministers here on Tuesday with caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gurov and snowboard athletes Tervel Zamfirov and Male»»»
Saudi Arabia caps travel bans, toughens penalties for evading rulings
Saudi Arabia has introduced a sweeping new enforcement law that caps travel bans at a maximum of three years and significantly toughens penalties for those who evade court rulings. The updated system, approved by the Council of Ministers, comprises 65 articles and replaces the enforcement law issue»»»
Algeria's Luca Zidane doubt for World Cup after jaw fracture
Madrid: Algeria goalkeeper Luca Zidane is a doubt for the World Cup after suffering a jaw and chin fracture while playing for his club Granada in Spain's second tier. The son of former France great Zinedine Zidane was taken off with a concussion after colliding with an opponent during his team's 4-»»»
Agreement on Swiss-Serbian innovation programme signed in Belgrade
BELGRADE - An agreement on a Swiss-Serbian innovation programme was signed in Belgrade on Tuesday at a ceremony also attended by Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic and President of the Swiss Confederation Guy Parmelin, who is on a two-day official visit to Serbia. The agreement was inked by Serbian»»»
New Treatment Brings Hope to Children with Cancer
Researchers at the University of British Columbia (UBC) Faculty of Medicine in Canada have developed a new targeted cancer therapy that can precisely seek out and destroy tumor cells, showing strong results in preclinical studies that bring the breakthrough closer to human clinical trials. The find»»»
Israel’s Purchase of ‘Stolen’ Ukrainian Grain Is Not ‘Legitimate’, Zelenskiy Says
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Tuesday that Israel's purchase of grain from occupied Ukrainian territory "stolen" by Russia "cannot be legitimate business" and that Kyiv was readying sanctions against those attempting to profit from it. "Another vessel carrying such grain has arriv»»»
Melania Trump calls for Jimmy Kimmel to be fired over ‘expectant widow’ joke
US First Lady Melania Trump has called on ABC to fire late-night TV host Jimmy Kimmel over a sketch in which he referred to her as “an expectant widow” – just two days before a gunfire scare at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. In a sketch on ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’, the comedian, dressed in a tu»»»
Iran humiliating US, Merz says as talks stall
Dubai: Germany’s Chancellor Friedrich Merz has sharply criticised Iran’s negotiating tactics, saying Tehran is “humiliating” the United States as stalled talks expose growing strains between Washington and its European allies.. Merz said Iran was “very skilful at not negotiating”, pointing to faile»»»
Crime in Kyrgyzstan rises by 12.3 percent due to surge in fraud cases - | 24.KG
In January—March 2026, prosecution authorities in Kyrgyzstan registered 10,011 crimes, marking a 12.3 percent increase compared to the same period in 2025. A report of the National Statistical Committee says. Despite the overall rise, the number of serious and especially serious crimes declined by »»»
CICh appoints Pi2 to manage communications in Romania and Bulgaria
Through this partnership, the company aims to reinforce its visibility and dialogue with farmers and partners across the region, against the backdrop of a geopolitical context that amplifies uncertainty in the agricultural market. In this environment, the importance of technological fertilizers and»»»
Apa Nova Bucharest announces investments totaling over €49 million in 2026
Of the total investment, €30.6 million is allocated to projects included in the New Mandatory Investment Program (NPIO), an investment program running through 2031 with a total value of €230.9 million, aimed at expanding and modernizing water and sewer networks. These investments are essential for »»»
Caretaker PM Gurov Signs Up Snowboarders for Anti-Gambling Campaign
Snowboarders Tervel Zamfirov and Malena Zamfirova joined the caretaker Government’s campaign against gambling addiction, caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gurov said on Tuesday. Gurov met the two athletes at the Council of Ministers, with caretaker Minister of Health Michail Okoliyski also attending.»»»
Vratsa Municipality to Seek EU Funding for Skat River Flood Prevention Project
Vratsa Municipality will apply for funding under the Environment Programme 2021–2027 for the Prevention of Flood Risk along the Skat River project, the municipal councilors decided at a meeting on Tuesday. The procedure aims to implement preventive and protective measures in areas at risk of floodi»»»
The other life of US soldier accused of betting on Maduro's removal
The other life of US soldier accused of betting on Maduro's removal 48 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleSheila FlynnandNardine Saad @realDonaldTrumpMaduro was photographed on the USS Iwo Jima in handcuffs, wearing ear protectors and a type of blindfold Special forces soldier Gannon Ken»»»
Hot Chocolate founder and You Sexy Thing co-writer Tony Wilson dies
Hot Chocolate founder and You Sexy Thing co-writer Tony Wilson dies 22 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleMark SavageMusic correspondent BBCTony Wilson co-wrote many of Hot Chocolate's most recognisable songs in the 1970s Tony Wilson, the bassist, songwriter and co-founder of the soul ba»»»
MOI issues safety guidelines for scuba diving, freediving
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Interior has outlined safety guidelines for practicing diving as a sport, advising the general public to adhere to safety protocols. The Ministry in a social media post stated that individuals must obtain certified training from an officially recognized authority before»»»
Israeli artillery shells Lebanese town of Byout Al-Seyyad: Al-Manar correspondent in south Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Al-Manar correspondent in south Lebanon reports Israeli strike on the town of Khirbet Selm - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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CTP completes 4,000 sqm extension for iwis at CTPark Oradea City
CTP, Europe’s largest listed developer, owner, and operator of industrial and logistics real estate by gross lettable area (GLA), has announced the successful completion and handover of a 4,000 sqm extension for iwis at CTPark Oradea City. The project expands the company’s existing 7,000 sqm produc»»»
Lebanon: Speaker Berri Questions “Where is the Ceasefire Today?”
Lebanese Speaker Nabih Berri said all maters remain on hold in the country pending the ceasefire with the Israeli enemy. “Everything has come to a standstill, with no issues being addressed or discussed, pending the ceasefire we worked tirelessly to secure,” Speaker Berri said, as cited by his visi»»»
Ukraine slams Israel over shipments of grain 'stolen' by Russia
President Volodymyr Zelensky on Tuesday slammed Israel for allegedly accepting shipments of Ukrainian grain "stolen" by Russia, which occupies swathes of Ukrainian agricultural land. "Another vessel carrying such grain has arrived at a port in Israel and is preparing to unload," Zelensky wrote in a»»»
New air service launched between Kashgar and Osh - | 24.KG
A new international air route, Kashgar — Osh — Kashgar, has been opened. Airports of Kyrgyzstan OJSC announced. Osh International Airport is ready to handle international flights at a high level, ensuring passengers’ comfort and safety at every stage of their journey. The inaugural flight on the Ka»»»
Fatal accident on Bishkek—Osh road leaves Chinese citizen dead - | 24.KG
A fatal traffic accident occurred in Toktogul district. The Main Traffic Safety Department of Jalal-Abad region of Kyrgyzstan reported. According to the department, a HAVAL vehicle carrying four Chinese citizens was traveling from Bishkek to Osh this morning. At kilometer 328 of the road, the drive»»»
Dana Salah returns with ‘Dori Dorak,’ a playful take on gender expectations
TORONTO: Palestinian-Jordanian artist Dana Salah released her latest single “Dori Dorak” in April, offering a playful but pointed take on gender roles and cultural expectations. “I’ve experienced double standards in so many subtle ways over the years,” Salah told Arab News, recalling a songwriting »»»
Jordan’s crown prince marks Princess Rajwa’s birthday
DUBAI: Jordan’s Crown Prince Hussein bin Abdullah took to social media on Tuesday to send best wishes to his Saudi Arabia-born wife Princess Rajwa Al-Hussein on her 32nd birthday. Posting a never-before-seen picture of the couple along with their daughter, Princess Iman, he captioned the post: “Eve»»»
Makkah private sector establishments surge by over 129% since 2020, report says
MAKKAH: Private sector establishments in Makkah have recorded growth exceeding 129 percent since 2020, an indicator reflecting the accelerating economic transformation in the holy city. This growth highlights the private sector's increasing role as a key driver of development, fueled by integrated »»»
Military Experts Discuss Drone and Robotic Systems at International Conference in Sofia
Military experts discussed unmanned aerial and robotic systems, as well as countermeasures against them, at an international conference held at the Georgi S. Rakovski Military Academy on Tuesday. The event was jointly organized by the Land Forces Command and the Bulgarian Land Forces Association. T»»»
Amir arrives in Jeddah
Jeddah: The Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani arrived in Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia today, April 28, 2026, to participate in the extraordinary consultative summit of Their Majesties and Highnesses, the leaders and heads of delegations of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) count»»»