Top security adviser says transit through Strait of Hormuz not going smoothly, vows to seek alternative routes - UPI.com
National Security Adviser Wi Sung-lac, seen here at a press conference in Singapore on March 2, 2026, said Friday the passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz still remains largely blocked. Photo by Yonhap National Security Adviser Wi Sung-lac said Friday the passage of ships through the Strai»»»
Make-or-break talks: Can US and Iran avoid another war?
The United States and Iran are holding their highest-level talks in years in Islamabad on Friday, in a Pakistan-brokered effort to turn a fragile two-week ceasefire into a longer-term agreement after weeks of war that shook the Middle East and global energy markets. The negotiations come at a criti»»»
Oil prices rise after attacks on Saudi energy facilities
Beijing, April 10 (SANA) Oil prices rose in early trading on Friday following attacks on energy infrastructure in Saudi Arabia, with markets also weighing concerns over potential disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz amid heightened geopolitical tensions.Brent crude futures climbed 83 cents, or 0.87%»»»
Russia, Ukraine set Easter truce as Kyiv gains drone advantage - UPI.com
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, seen here at the White House in Washington, D.C., in October. Ukraine and Russia have agreed to a Orthodox Easter truce. File Photo by Aaron Schwartz/UPI | License Photo April 10 (UPI) -- Russia and Ukraine have both said they will halt fighting during the O»»»
US-Iran ceasefire eases oil prices but Gulf economies showing strain – Oxford Economics
A fragile two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran has led to a sharp fall in oil prices, but fresh data points to mounting economic damage across Gulf economies and rising uncertainty in Egypt, Oxford Economics said in a note to clients on April 10. »»»
US-Iran ceasefire eases oil prices but Gulf economies showing strain – Oxford Economics
A fragile two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran has led to a sharp fall in oil prices, but fresh data points to mounting economic damage across Gulf economies and rising uncertainty in Egypt, Oxford Economics said in a note to clients on April 10. »»»
US-Iran ceasefire eases oil prices but Gulf economies showing strain – Oxford Economics
A fragile two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran has led to a sharp fall in oil prices, but fresh data points to mounting economic damage across Gulf economies and rising uncertainty in Egypt, Oxford Economics said in a note to clients on April 10. »»»
US-Iran ceasefire eases oil prices but Gulf economies showing strain – Oxford Economics
A fragile two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran has led to a sharp fall in oil prices, but fresh data points to mounting economic damage across Gulf economies and rising uncertainty in Egypt, Oxford Economics said in a note to clients on April 10. »»»
US-Iran ceasefire eases oil prices but Gulf economies showing strain – Oxford Economics
A fragile two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran has led to a sharp fall in oil prices, but fresh data points to mounting economic damage across Gulf economies and rising uncertainty in Egypt, Oxford Economics said in a note to clients on April 10. »»»
US-Iran ceasefire eases oil prices but Gulf economies showing strain – Oxford Economics
A fragile two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran has led to a sharp fall in oil prices, but fresh data points to mounting economic damage across Gulf economies and rising uncertainty in Egypt, Oxford Economics said in a note to clients on April 10. »»»
US-Iran ceasefire eases oil prices but Gulf economies showing strain – Oxford Economics
A fragile two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran has led to a sharp fall in oil prices, but fresh data points to mounting economic damage across Gulf economies and rising uncertainty in Egypt, Oxford Economics said in a note to clients on April 10. »»»
BEIRUTER: In honour of Beirut's fallen victims
Amid the aftermath of Israel’s “Operation Eternal Darkness,” testimonies, official figures, and Amnesty International’s findings were gathered to highlight Lebanon’s civilian toll, urgent humanitarian crisis, and calls for accountability, protection, and adherence to international law. »»»
US-Iran ceasefire eases oil prices but Gulf economies showing strain – Oxford Economics
A fragile two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran has led to a sharp fall in oil prices, but fresh data points to mounting economic damage across Gulf economies and rising uncertainty in Egypt, Oxford Economics said in a note to clients on April 10. »»»
BEIRUTER: On Lebanon’s southeastern front, they stay
During a visit to Lebanon’s southeastern Christian border villages with a humanitarian convoy led by the Maronite Patriarch, residents described why they remain despite escalating Israeli operations. Nine-year-old Elise ha»»»
US-Iran ceasefire eases oil prices but Gulf economies showing strain – Oxford Economics
A fragile two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran has led to a sharp fall in oil prices, but fresh data points to mounting economic damage across Gulf economies and rising uncertainty in Egypt, Oxford Economics said in a note to clients on April 10. »»»
BEIRUTER: On Lebanon’s southeastern front, they stay
During a visit to Lebanon’s southeastern Christian border villages with a humanitarian convoy led by the Maronite Patriarch, residents described why they remain despite escalating Israeli operations. Nine-year-old Elise ha»»»
BEIRUTER: In honour of Beirut's fallen victims
Amid the aftermath of Israel’s “Operation Eternal Darkness,” testimonies, official figures, and Amnesty International’s findings were gathered to highlight Lebanon’s civilian toll, urgent humanitarian crisis, and calls for accountability, protection, and adherence to international law. »»»
US-Iran ceasefire eases oil prices but Gulf economies showing strain – Oxford Economics
A fragile two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran has led to a sharp fall in oil prices, but fresh data points to mounting economic damage across Gulf economies and rising uncertainty in Egypt, Oxford Economics said in a note to clients on April 10. »»»
US-Iran ceasefire eases oil prices but Gulf economies showing strain – Oxford Economics
A fragile two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran has led to a sharp fall in oil prices, but fresh data points to mounting economic damage across Gulf economies and rising uncertainty in Egypt, Oxford Economics said in a note to clients on April 10. »»»
US-Iran ceasefire eases oil prices but Gulf economies showing strain – Oxford Economics
A fragile two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran has led to a sharp fall in oil prices, but fresh data points to mounting economic damage across Gulf economies and rising uncertainty in Egypt, Oxford Economics said in a note to clients on April 10. »»»
US-Iran ceasefire eases oil prices but Gulf economies showing strain – Oxford Economics
A fragile two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran has led to a sharp fall in oil prices, but fresh data points to mounting economic damage across Gulf economies and rising uncertainty in Egypt, Oxford Economics said in a note to clients on April 10. »»»
CEVF 2026 provides window on Central Asia’s growing venture ecosystem
Nearly 800 investors, founders and tech leaders from more than 20 countries converged in Tashkent for the fifth Central Eurasian Venture Forum (CEVF 2026), held for the first time in Uzbekistan. Hosted at the JW Marr»»»
CEVF 2026 provides window on Central Asia’s growing venture ecosystem
Nearly 800 investors, founders and tech leaders from more than 20 countries converged in Tashkent for the fifth Central Eurasian Venture Forum (CEVF 2026), held for the first time in Uzbekistan. Hosted at the JW Marr»»»
CEVF 2026 provides window on Central Asia’s growing venture ecosystem
Nearly 800 investors, founders and tech leaders from more than 20 countries converged in Tashkent for the fifth Central Eurasian Venture Forum (CEVF 2026), held for the first time in Uzbekistan. Hosted at the JW Marr»»»
CEVF 2026 provides window on Central Asia’s growing venture ecosystem
Nearly 800 investors, founders and tech leaders from more than 20 countries converged in Tashkent for the fifth Central Eurasian Venture Forum (CEVF 2026), held for the first time in Uzbekistan. Hosted at the JW Marr»»»
Iran to US: Talks on Ending War Hinge on Lebanon Ceasefire
Talks on ending the war are conditional on the United States’ adherence to ceasefire commitments on all fronts, particularly in Lebanon, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei stated. Speaking to reporters on Thursday, Baqaei strongly condemned the crimes committed by the Zionist regime »»»
Viktor Orban faces toughest test yet as polls show Tisza momentum in final stretch
The opposition Tisza Party appears to have the momentum in the final leg of Hungary's election campaign, putting it on track for a potential two-thirds parliamentary majority, according to the latest Median poll which has a long track record of getting the outcome right. »»»
CEVF 2026 provides window on Central Asia’s growing venture ecosystem
Nearly 800 investors, founders and tech leaders from more than 20 countries converged in Tashkent for the fifth Central Eurasian Venture Forum (CEVF 2026), held for the first time in Uzbekistan. Hosted at the JW Marr»»»
Beyond a ceasefire: What the Gulf expects from Iran talks
Despite the lack of clarity regarding the vision and strategic foundations underpinning the Islamabad negotiations scheduled for Friday between the United States and Iran, the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries — foremost among them the United Arab Emirates — view the agreement between Tehran»»»
Gaza Marks 6 Months of a Ceasefire That May Offer Lessons for the Iran War
Friday marks six months since Gaza's ceasefire deal took effect, a milestone largely lost in the confusion over the new and even more fragile ceasefire in the Iran war. The ravaged Palestinian territory of 2 million people has seen the most intense fighting stop between Israeli forces and Hamas-led»»»
Travel demand, soaring jet fuel costs could keep airfares high for months
Dubai: Travel demand, high jet fuel costs and limited flight capacity are pushing airfares sharply higher — and prices may stay elevated for months, aviation experts say. Passengers flying out of the UAE are already feeling the impact, with last-minute ticket prices surging far beyond pre-war level»»»
Emirates travel update: Dubai airline now operates flights to 100+ destinations
Dubai: Emirates has issued an operational update, confirming it is running a limited flight schedule across 100+ destinations as the airline adjusts services in response to ongoing disruptions. UAE carriers Etihad, Emirates, flydubai, and Air Arabia have been operating limited special flights on sa»»»
Job hunting in the UAE? Experts share what makes a CV stand out to recruiters
Write a CV, not a story. I remember one of my first mentors saying these words, after going through my first CV. I had poured out my life story on those pages, elaborating on each and everything that I could, down to my school days. My mentor, at the time, had sighed and told me flatly, “Please kee»»»
President Japarov outlines measures to address school shortages in Osh region - | 24.KG
President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov, during a working visit to Osh region, took part in a ceremony marking the start of construction of 10 secondary schools. He said that the laying of foundations for 10 educational institutions in Osh is an important event not only for the city but for the entir»»»
Bear seen roaming in rural Oreokastro
A bear has appeared in rural and mountainous areas of Oreokastro, a municipality in the regional unit of Thessaloniki, northern Greece, local authorities said in a press release on Friday. The animal was seen in Liti and Melissochori, the municipality said. “The appearance of a bear near residentia»»»
Judge again orders Pentagon to restore journalists' access - UPI.com
The Pentagon under Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth was ordered Thursday to reinstate journalists' access, finding its interim rule to not only be unconstitutional but an attempt to ignore a previous ruling. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo April 10 (UPI) -- A federal judge has again order»»»
Israel Targets Last Litani Bridges, Raising Fears of South Lebanon Isolation
Israel is intensifying strikes on bridges over Lebanon’s Litani River, raising concerns it aims to isolate the entire area south of the river from the north, Lebanese officials and state media said. The Israeli military struck the Qasmiyeh coastal bridge, the last functioning crossing linking areas»»»
Macron set for first meeting with Pope Leo amid calls for peace in Middle East
French President Emmanuel Macron is set to have his first face-to-face meeting with Pope Leo XIV in the Vatican Friday as the leader of the Roman Catholic church has criticised his fellow American, US President Donald Trump, for "unacceptable belligerence" during the Iran war. Macron has called for»»»
Gold Set for Third Weekly Gain as US Rate Outlook Offsets Dollar Strength
Gold steadied on Friday as US-Iran ceasefire uncertainty lingered, but the metal stayed on course for a third consecutive weekly climb as investors priced in earlier and deeper US rate cuts, supporting non-yielding bullion. Spot gold held its ground at $4,764.54 per ounce by 0532 GMT. The metal, ho»»»
Zelenskiy proposes a new European version of Nato that includes
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has proposed the creation of a new European-centred security bloc that would include Ukraine, the EU, the UK, Turkey and Norway, as concerns mount over the future of US support for Nato. »»»
Zelenskiy proposes a new European version of Nato that includes
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has proposed the creation of a new European-centred security bloc that would include Ukraine, the EU, the UK, Turkey and Norway, as concerns mount over the future of US support for Nato. »»»
Zelenskiy proposes a new European version of Nato that includes
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has proposed the creation of a new European-centred security bloc that would include Ukraine, the EU, the UK, Turkey and Norway, as concerns mount over the future of US support for Nato. »»»
Zelenskiy proposes a new European version of Nato that includes
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has proposed the creation of a new European-centred security bloc that would include Ukraine, the EU, the UK, Turkey and Norway, as concerns mount over the future of US support for Nato. »»»
Zelenskiy proposes a new European version of Nato that includes
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has proposed the creation of a new European-centred security bloc that would include Ukraine, the EU, the UK, Turkey and Norway, as concerns mount over the future of US support for Nato. »»»
Zelenskiy proposes a new European version of Nato that includes
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has proposed the creation of a new European-centred security bloc that would include Ukraine, the EU, the UK, Turkey and Norway, as concerns mount over the future of US support for Nato. »»»
Zelenskiy proposes a new European version of Nato that includes
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has proposed the creation of a new European-centred security bloc that would include Ukraine, the EU, the UK, Turkey and Norway, as concerns mount over the future of US support for Nato. »»»
Zelenskiy proposes a new European version of Nato that includes
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has proposed the creation of a new European-centred security bloc that would include Ukraine, the EU, the UK, Turkey and Norway, as concerns mount over the future of US support for Nato. »»»
Zelenskiy proposes a new European version of Nato that includes
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has proposed the creation of a new European-centred security bloc that would include Ukraine, the EU, the UK, Turkey and Norway, as concerns mount over the future of US support for Nato. »»»
Saudi oil output hit as attacks disrupt key facilities, raising fresh global supply fears
Dubai: Saudi Arabia said recent attacks linked to Iran have damaged key parts of its energy network, cutting production capacity and disrupting exports at a time when global supply is already strained. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.An energy ministry official said st»»»
Zelenskiy proposes a new European version of Nato that includes
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has proposed the creation of a new European-centred security bloc that would include Ukraine, the EU, the UK, Turkey and Norway, as concerns mount over the future of US support for Nato. »»»