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Six injured after projectile shrapnel hits Kuwait residential neighborhood

Dubai: The Ministry of Health said Monday that medical teams treated six people injured in a northern residential area after projectiles and shrapnel fell on the neighborhood, with all cases reported in stable condition. Dr. Abdullah Al Sanad, the ministry's official spokesperson, said the central »»»

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Al Manar 4m

Iran, US Receive Pakistan-Brokered Plan for Immediate Ceasefire: Reuters

Iran and the United States ​have received a plan to end hostilities that could come into effect on Monday and ‌reopen the Strait of Hormuz, Reuters quoted a source aware of the proposals as saying on Monday. A framework to end hostilities has been put together by Pakistan and exchanged with Iran an»»»

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UPI 6m

Artemis II enters moon's sphere of influence ahead of lunar flyby - UPI.com

1 of 2 | Earth is illuminated against the blackness of space in this photo taken by an Artemis II crew member through an Orion spacecraft window. The Orion spacecraft is expected to perform a flyby of the moon on Monday. Photo by NASA/UPI | License Photo April 6 (UPI) -- The four crew members of th»»»

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Iraq’s SOMO Urges Customers to Send Oil Loading Plans after Hormuz Exemption

Iraq's state oil marketer SOMO has asked its customers to submit crude oil lifting schedules within 24 hours, a document reviewed by Reuters showed, following media reports that Iran has exempted Iraq from any restrictions on transit through the Strait of Hormuz. "In light of the above, and to ensu»»»

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South Korea Says ‘Credible Intelligence’ Indicates North Korean Leader’s Daughter Is Successor

South Korea's spy agency now believes North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's teenage daughter has been positioned as his successor, lawmakers said on Monday, citing a recent public display of her driving a tank that was likely intended to dispel any doubts. The National Intelligence Service (NIS) told l»»»

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Iran Deputy FM Says Trump Threats to Hit Civilian Sites Could Be War Crimes

Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi said Monday that US President Donald Trump's threats to strike power plants and bridges in Iran could amount to war crimes. "The American president, as the highest official of his country, has publicly threatened to commit war crimes," Gharibabadi sa»»»

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Pessimism Grows over Iraq’s Prospects for Resuming Oil Exports

A growing number of Iraqi oil and economic experts are voicing pessimism about the country’s ability to resume crude exports via the Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz, despite Iran’s announcement of an “exception” allowing Iraqi shipments to pass as those of a “friendly country”. Iraq has suffered a sh»»»

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The Peninsula 11m

Jassim and Hamad bin Jassim Charitable Foundation’s projects reach 342,973 beneficiaries in 2025

- Sheikh Jabor bin Yousuf bin Jassim Al Thani: Charitable work is a noble mission and a responsibility that requires innovation and sustainability - Saeed Mudhkir Al Hajri: Sustainability reflects the importance of the foundation’s initiatives at both civilizational and humanitarian levels - 342,97»»»

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Prime Minister receives phone call from Minister of Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation of Spain

Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani received a phone call from Minister of Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation of the Kingdom of Spain, HE Jose Manuel Albares. During the call, they reviewed the developments»»»

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Gulf News 16m

New tourism boost coming soon, UAE minister says

Dubai: Support for the UAE’s tourism sector is being stepped up, with authorities preparing a fresh package aimed at easing pressure on an industry facing disruption from regional tensions. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.“We are supporting the tourism sector, we are s»»»

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Drive EV launches the UAE’s first AI-powered buyer intelligence platform for EVs

Dubai: UAE-based platform designed to simplify one of the most complex decisions in today’s automotive market – buying an electric vehicle – has officially launched. Drive EV uses artificial intelligence and structured decision logic to match prospective buyers with the right electric or hybrid veh»»»

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24 News Agency 19m

Turkic Forensic Science Network established in Baku - | 24.KG

In Baku, Azerbaijan, representatives of the member states of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) signed a Memorandum of Cooperation in the field of forensic science and announced the establishment of the Turkic Forensic Science Network, the press service of the Forensic Service under the Minist»»»

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Child swept away by current: Search continues in Naryn - | 24.KG

The search for a child who fell into Naryn River continues in Naryn region, the regional department of the Ministry of Emergency Situations reported. Search operations resumed early this morning. Ninety-six people, including rescuers, police officers, and local residents, are involved in the operat»»»

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The Peninsula 23m

QU marks World Autism Awareness Day, highlights technological innovation

Doha, Qatar: In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day, observed annually on the second of April under the theme, ‘Autism and Humanity – Every Life Matters,’ Qatar University (QU) marked the occasion by highlighting its academic and research efforts aimed at supporting individuals with autism sp»»»

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Qatar’s envoy attends Cote d’Ivoire’s FM meeting with GCC Ambassadors

Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the Republic of Cote d’Ivoire H E Mubarak bin Hussein Al Marri participated in the meeting of Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Republic of Cote d’Ivoire H E Niale Kaba with Their Excellencies the GCC Ambassadors, in the presence of»»»

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Al Manar 23m

Israeli media: Sirens sound in Kiryat Shmona, Misgav Am and Kfar Giladi in the Galilee Panhandle - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

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Iranian air defenses shot down an enemy drone in Larestan, western Iran, early on Monday - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Iranian air defenses shot down an enemy drone in Larestan, western Iran, early on Monday 06-04-2026 10:20 AM Latest News Urgent News Irania»»»

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Rila Hotel Borovets Expands Services with New Children’s Pool Using Salt Electrolysis

The Rila Hotel in Borovets resort is expanding its wellness and relaxation programme, combining first-class spa services, thermal area with several saunas, steam and Turkish baths, an indoor pool and jacuzzies, the hotel management told BTA. The hotel’s spa centre offers a variety of rejuvenation a»»»

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The Peninsula 26m

Qatari Society of Al Gannas participates in 8th Ethnosport Forum in Turkiye

Ankara: The Qatari Society of Al Gannas participated in the 8th Ethnosport Forum, held in Antalya, the Republic of Turkey, from April 3 to 5, under the theme "Ethnosports 2027: Local to Globe." The Society was represented by Ali bin Khatem Al Mahshadi, President of the Qatari Society of Al Gannas a»»»

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QU president visits Smart Classrooms developed in collaboration with Huawei

Doha, Qatar: Qatar University’s (QU) President, Dr. Omar Al-Ansari, visited the recently launched Smart Classrooms, alongside a number of senior officials from QU. The classrooms represent a strategic step towards developing an advanced digital learning environment built on cutting-edge communicati»»»

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Chief Adviser to Turkish President meets Qatar’s Ambassador

Chief Adviser on National Security and Foreign Policy to Turkish President H E Akif Cagatay Kilic met with Ambassador of Qatar to Turkiye H E Faisal bin Abdullah Al Hanzab. During the meeting, they reviewed cooperation between the two countries.»»»

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The Peninsula 26m

Qatar showing institutional readiness, stability amid regional uncertainty: QRDI

Doha, Qatar: QRDI Council has said that during this period of regional uncertainty Qatar continues strong institutional readiness and stability in responding to evolving developments. QRDI Council underpins its work in advancing Qatar’s innovation and scientific research agenda and supporting natio»»»

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DICID postpones 16th conference to end of 2026

Doha: Doha International Centre for Interfaith Dialogue (DICID) announced the postponement of the 16th international conference, entitled ‘Religious Dialogue in the Digital Age: New Horizons for Peacebuilding,’ until the end of 2026. In a statement to QNA, Chairman of the Board of Directors of DICI»»»

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Novinite 31m

Bulgaria Hit by Fuel Shock as Diesel Prices Surge 37% Since Iran War Began

Bulgaria’s fuel market has recorded a sharp upward shift since the outbreak of the war in Iran, with diesel and petrol prices rising significantly across the country. According to National Revenue Agency data, diesel has increased by around 3 euro cents in a single day and by roughly 0.45 euro cent»»»

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Al Awsat 32m

More Indian-flagged LPG Ships Exit the Gulf

Two more Indian-flagged liquefied petroleum gas tankers, Green Asha and Green Sanvi, have exited the Gulf carrying the fuel for the South Asian nation, according to ship tracking data on LSEG and Kpler. A third vessel, Jag Vikram, is still in the west of the Strait of Hormuz, the data showed. The U»»»

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Al Awsat 32m

Israeli Rescuers Search for Missing in Building Strike, Two Dead

Israeli firefighters were searching for two missing people in the rubble of a residential building in the northern city of Haifa after it was struck by an Iranian missile that killed two others, authorities said Monday. The direct hit on a seven-storey building tore through sections of the structur»»»

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The Peninsula 35m

Katara’s new murals weave global tales of unity and heritage

Doha, Qatar: In a vibrant celebration of cultural dialogue, Katara Cultural Village has unveiled a striking series of international murals that transform its buildings into living canvases, telling stories from across the world while reinforcing Qatar’s role as a global meeting point of civilisatio»»»

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Tesla tops S Korea’s imported car market for first time

Seoul: Tesla ranked No. 1 in Korea’s imported car market in the first quarter, marking its first time taking the quarterly top spot. According to the Korea Automobile Importers and Distributors Association yesterday, Tesla sold 20,964 vehicles in the January–March period, up 335.1 percent from a ye»»»

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Al Manar 35m

Islamic Resistance fighters will target the Sant Jin base north of the occupied city of Acre with a squadron of attack drones: statement 31 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

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Prime Minister receives phone call from India's External Affairs Minister

Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani received a phone call from the Minister of External Affairs of the Republic of India HE Subrahmanyam Jaishankar. During the call, they reviewed the developments of the military escala»»»

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Gulf News 40m

VinFast’s breakout year: Vietnamese EV maker nearly doubles sales in 2025, eyes 300,000 deliveries in 2026

Vietnamese electric vehicle maker VinFast Auto Ltd. is coming off its strongest year yet, nearly doubling global deliveries in 2025 and setting an ambitious new target for 2026 that would push it into a higher league of global EV producers. The company said it delivered 196,919 electric vehicles wo»»»

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UPI 43m

On This Day, April 6: Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints founded - UPI.com

On April 6, 1830, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, originally known as the Church of Christ, was founded between three groups of followers in Fayette, Manchester and Colesville, N.Y. 1 of 5 | On April 6, 1830, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, originally known as the »»»

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Gulf News 43m

Dubai South announces rent relief, payment flexibility and waived fees for SMEs

Dubai South has announced a new support package for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) operating at its Business Park, introducing a set of flexible measures designed to ease financial pressures and support business continuity. The initiative aligns with the UAE government’s broader efforts to saf»»»

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Al Awsat 44m

Iran Hangs Man Convicted of Links with US, Israel in Pre-war Protests

Iran on Monday executed a man convicted of acting on behalf of Israel and the United States during a wave of anti-government protests earlier this year, the judiciary said. "Ali Fahim, one of the enemy elements in the terrorist riots of Dey (January)... was hanged after the Supreme Court reviewed t»»»

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Al Awsat 44m

Germany Works to Clarify New Rules on Fighting-Age Men Leaving Country

Germany's armed forces are working on clarifying a provision in a recently updated military service law that requires fighting-age men to gain permission to leave the country for more than three months, the defense ministry said. The law went into effect in January, but the requirement - which ‌the»»»

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Al Awsat 44m

North Korea Distancing Itself from Iran to Leave Door Open for US Talks, Seoul Says

North Korea appears to be distancing itself from longtime partner Iran and carefully managing its public messaging to preserve the possibility of a new relationship with the US after the Iran war, South Korean lawmakers said on Monday, citing the spy agency. Seoul's National Intelligence Service (N»»»

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Actmedia 49m

Survey: 75% of Romanian employees feel financial pressure, over a third seek extra income

Three-quarters of Romanian employees (75%) feel increased financial pressure due to the recent wave of price hikes, while more than a third (35%) say they are willing to take on an additional job to earn extra income, according to a survey published on last Tuesday.According to data compiled by the»»»

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Agricover Credit and EFSE expand partnership to support investments in sustainable agriculture

Agricover Credit IFN, a financial institution specialized in financing farmers and part of Agricover Group, and the European Fund for Southeast Europe (EFSE) are strengthening their strategic partnership by signing a new loan agreement worth the RON equivalent of EUR 15 million. The financing has a»»»

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Banca Transilvania Invests €50M in Venice Hilton

Romania-based Banca Transilvania is taking another step in its international approach with a financing of over €50 million for the Hampton by Hilton Venice Isola Nuova. Granted through BT Italy Branch, the loan is intended to refinance the hotel’s development costs. For Banca Transilvania, this rep»»»

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Mandatory private pension plans report assets of RON 218.2 billion in February 2026

Mandatory private pension plans had assets worth RON 218.2 billion at the end of February 2026, up 38% year-on-year, according to statistics with the Financial Oversight Authority (ASF).As much as 95% of the investment of privately managed pension plans were made in Romanian assets, most of them be»»»

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Competition Council's Chiritoiu: Romania has a very stable banking system, but expensive

Romania has a very stable banking system, which is a source of pride for the country and the regulatory authority, however, at the same time, it is very expensive," President of the Competition Council Bogdan Chiritoiu said on Wednesday at "The Economist Romania Government roundtable" regional conf»»»

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Central bank governor: A prolonged Middle East conflict could have a severe impact on the economy

A prolongation of the conflict in the Middle East could have a severe impact on the economy, said Mugur Isarescu, Governor of the National Bank of Romania, on Monday at the high-level regional conference 'The Economist Romania Government Roundtable', organised by The Economist Group.'As Governor of»»»

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Reconfirmation of Romania's sovereign rating highlights confidence of international agencies in authorities' ability to continue fiscal consolidation

The reconfirmation of Romania's sovereign rating highlights the confidence of international agencies in the authorities' capacity to continue fiscal consolidation and maintain macroeconomic stability, Finance Minister Alexandru Nazare said on Friday, after the financial rating agency S&P Global Rat»»»

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QC’s Board of Directors discusses challenges faced by private sector

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Chamber (QC) Board of Directors held a meeting yesterday, chaired by Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani (pictured), Chairman of the Board. The Board discussed the key challenges facing the Qatari private sector amid the current regional developments, particularly tho»»»

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Al Awsat 56m

30 Passengers Evacuate after Cruise Ship Runs Aground on a Reef in Fiji

Thirty passengers were evacuated from a cruise ship that ran aground on a reef in Fiji, the ship’s owner said Monday. The MV Fiji Princess, operated by Blue Lagoon Cruises, ran aground Saturday near Monuriki Island, scene of the 2000 movie starring Tom Hanks “Cast Away,” The Associated Press quoted»»»

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Al Awsat 56m

IEA Hails Saudi Arabia’s ‘Rapid Response’ to Strait of Hormuz Crisis

Countries must resist the urge to hoard oil and fuel during the energy crisis triggered by the US-Israeli war on Iran, head of the International Energy Agency Fatih Birol warned on Sunday, with supplies expected to dwindle further if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed. Birol praised Saudi Arabia f»»»

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Actmedia 57m

Analysis:One third of Romanians in urban areas fear not having sufficient income at retirement

The lack of sufficient income at retirement is the main concern of Romanians living in urban areas, indicated by over 32% of respondents surveyed as part of an analysis of Romanians' perceptions of risk and insurance, carried out by a specialist company.Second in the ranking of perceived risks is t»»»

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Court lifts judicial control on Calin Georgescu, clearing him to leave Romania

The Bucharest Tribunal ruled on Friday to lift the judicial control measure imposed on former presidential candidate Calin Georgescu in the case in which he is standing trial for legionary propaganda.The decision is final, meaning Georgescu is no longer subject to the restrictions applied over the »»»

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Survey:Share of Romanians in urban areas who own their home falls to 70.5% this year

The share of Romanians in urban areas who own their home has fallen to 70.5% this year, compared with 73% in 2025, according to a specialist survey published on Friday.According to data from Colliers, the number of those living in rented homes has risen to 15.9%, from 11.3% last year, although inte»»»

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Entrepreneurial index for 2026 fell to 43.25 points; only two macroeconomic indicators are increasing

The entrepreneurial index dropped this year to 43.25 points, from 49.5 points in 2025, in conditions in which most macroeconomic indicators stagnated or registered decreases, while the dynamics of turnover and foreign investments were on the rise, data from the third edition of the report show."We »»»