Druze leader Walid Jumblat stressed Tuesday "the necessity of finding appropriate means to solidify the ceasefire" with Israel. After meeting with Speaker of Parliament Nabih Berri in Ain el-Tineh, Jumblat added: "We support negotiations through one of the available means, based on a clear agenda, »»»

Only 8% of Poles would choose to live in a downtown area even with an unlimited budget. Quiet, green places with clean air are far more appealing. In Q1 2026, developers started 30.9k homes, down 15.5% y/y, according to Statistics Poland. Most projects were in the Mazowieckie and Małopolskie region»»»

MLP Group reported a strong start to 2026, with the value of signed lease agreements up 186% y/y in Q1. Annualized rental income from new contracts reached EUR 3.8 mln, compared to EUR 1.3 mln a year earlier. Leased space totaled 56,000 m², up 144% y/y. The company said the results reflect strong d»»»

CTP, active in 11 countries with over 14 mln m² of space, is continuing rapid expansion in Poland after surpassing 1 mln m² in 2025. The company targets around 1.5 mln m² and aims to increase its share in new lease agreements. Despite a weaker European economy, Poland remains attractive for logisti»»»

Four in ten residents of the Mazowieckie region are considering moving for work, according to research by Nieruchomosci-online.pl. The main driver is uneven job access. In Warsaw, unemployment is about 1.5%, compared to 4.5% across the region. Around half of Warsaw residents rate job opportunities »»»

Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego generated PLN 484 bln in support for Poland’s economy in 2025, up 24% y/y and the highest in its history. Most of this funding went to energy transition projects. The bank reported record capital and guarantee exposure of PLN 202 bln (+6.2% y/y) and net profit of PLN 3.2»»»

Show lessDariusz Lubera, head of PGE Polska Grupa Energetyczna, says Poland’s energy sector is operating “without a plan A.” There is no clear strategy for coal assets or updated national policies, leaving companies in uncertainty. Rising savings aren’t the issue here, but the transition itself. Co»»»

Enea plans to focus this year on preparing investments in energy storage, described as its “top priority,” according to vice president Bartosz Krysta. The company already has grid connection permits for nearly 1.4 GW of storage capacity, mainly standalone units, with additional projects planned alo»»»

Nearly 39,000 companies in Poland’s transport, shipping, and logistics sector have close to PLN 3.4 bln in overdue payments, according to BIG InfoMonitor and BIK. The largest share comes from road freight, which accounts for over PLN 2.5 bln and includes more than 28,000 indebted firms. The sector »»»

Europe and Poland’s auto industry lack a clear plan to compete with Chinese carmakers, who are moving faster and adapting more effectively, says Wojciech Drzewiecki of SAMAR. He argues the EU has sent mixed signals by pushing electric vehicles while repeatedly softening deadlines, leaving manufactu»»»

1 of 5 | Pope Leo XIV waves to supporters as he leaves after his visit to the Ngul Zamba (Power of God) orphanage April 15 in Yaounde, Cameroon. The pontiff, who is on an 11-day apostolic journey to Africa, spoke about his predecessor, Pope Francis, on Tuesday, the first anniversary of Francis' dea»»»

The government of Peru signed a contract to purchase 12 F-16 Block 70 fighter jets from Lockheed Martin. File Photo by Ritchie B. Tongo/EPA April 21 (UPI) -- The government of Peru finalized the sign a contract to purchase 12 F-16 Block 70 fighter jets from Lockheed Martin after several days of unc»»»

Hafeet Rail, the joint venture between Etihad Rail, Oman Rail, and Mubadala Investment Company (Mubadala), has announced the completion of 40 per cent of the UAE–Oman rail connection project. Named after Jebel Hafeet, the project is a major milestone for regional transport and logistics. Once compl»»»

Somalia's acquisition of Pakistani JF-17 Block III fighter jets will enhance the security of commercial shipping lanes in the Gulf of Aden — one of the world's most strategically important waterways — according to Sultan M. Hali, a retired Group Captain of the Pakistan Air Force. Earlier, media rep»»»

BUENOS AIRES: At least 10 vessels were delayed in loading grains on Tuesday at Argentina’s Quequen port as truckers demanding higher freight rates block access to the terminal, a source at the port said. “No trucks are entering with grain, we are completely paralyzed,” the source told Reuters. The »»»

Hafeet Rail, the joint venture between Etihad Rail, Oman Rail, and Mubadala Investment Company (Mubadala), has announced the completion of 40 per cent of the UAE–Oman rail connection project. Named after Jebel Hafeet, the project is a major milestone for regional transport and logistics. Once compl»»»

A man who talked a woman in central Greece into leaving €50,000 in cash outside her door and then took off with the money has been identified and charged, authorities said Tuesday. A police statement said the 23-year-old suspect was one of at least two people who pulled a common but highly efficien»»»

Gas prices were up to nearly $7 per gallon in New York City on March 30. Retail sales rose 1.7%, mostly boosted by higher gas prices due to the war in Iran. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo April 21 (UPI) -- Retail sales rose by 1.7% in March mostly due to high gas prices from the ongoin»»»

Years of planning and regulatory uncertainty have culminated in a comprehensive presidential decree for the island of Gyaros, codifying strict usage protocols for the Aegean island. The decree, signed by the president, caps more than a decade of work based on a LIFE research program, but comes amid»»»

Doha: Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari affirmed that Qatar continues to maintain ongoing communication with various parties, including the United States, to follow developments amid current tensions and to s»»»

U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday accused Iran of having repeatedly violated a temporary truce due to expire soon, with new peace talks mired in doubt after Tehran said it had not yet sent a delegation. The U.S. leader also touted Washington's strong negotiating position, even as uncertainty g»»»

Ten people have been arrested during a police raid on a Roma camp west of Athens Tuesday in which power company officials removed more than two kilometers of cables used for illegal electricity connections, authorities said. A police statement said the suspects faced charges including electricity t»»»

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The Israeli military on Tuesday said two soldiers would receive 30 days of military detention and be removed from combat duty over the destruction of a statue of Jesus Christ in southern Lebanon. The decision comes after widespread condemnation of a photo shared online showing an Israeli soldier us»»»

Doha, Qatar: Hamad International Airport stated in an update that, starting 21 April 2026, airline partners are gradually resuming operations at Hamad International Airport, in line with the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority's recent announcement. The airlines scheduled to resume services to and from »»»

The company announces that it will not request any price differences for DERTOUR packages sold so far for 2026, even though there have been increases in fuel costs. In other words, tourists who have already booked can be certain that the amount paid is final. “We know that when people buy a holiday»»»

Victims of the massacre were found near the city of Mosul in Iraq — bound, blindfolded and shot with spent cartridges from pistols and Kalashnikov rifles beside their bodies. “In Iraq, there may no longer be a place where a mass grave has not been found,” said human rights specialist Ali Jawad. “To»»»

Dubai: Dubai Courts has reviewed progress on the development and rollout of the “Dubai for Justice” platform, part of wider efforts to fast-track digital transformation in line with directives of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of the Executive Coun»»»

“We are seeing a clear shift in client behavior, with buyers seeking greater security and transparency in the purchasing process. Completed projects that can be visited have become a natural choice in the current market context. Astorium Life responds exactly to this demand, and adding this project»»»

The former partner of a 43-year-old woman reported missing in Crete Sunday was found dead on Tuesday with a gunshot wound, authorities said, adding that early evidence has not ruled out the possibility of suicide. Police are examining whether the man’s death is connected to the woman’s disappearanc»»»

Tunis, April 21 (TAP) - Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration and Tunisians Abroad, Mohamed Ali Nafti, reaffirmed Tunisia’s commitment to supporting the role of women in peace and security. He recalled that Tunisia hosted, in December 2025, the...»»»

Tunis, April 21, 2026 (TAP) - The Secretariat of the Chinese Follow-up Committee of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) launched an AI Case Innovation Competition and Study Visit for African Youth.Prize winners will have the opportunity to...»»»

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim met with the Secretary-General of the Muslim World League, Sheikh Dr. Mohammad bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa, during a meeting at the presidential palace in Kuala Lumpur on Tuesday. Discussions during the meeting focused on a range of Islami»»»

HANOVER: Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Tuesday warned he would hit back with reciprocal measures after Washington expelled a Brazilian police attache in the latest spat between the two countries. The leftist leader’s comments came after the United States ordered Commissioner Marc»»»

ROME: Italy has summoned the Russian ambassador in Rome after a Russian television presenter delivered a stream of insults against Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani said Tuesday. According to Italian media, presenter Vladimir Solovyov said in Italian on Russian »»»

In a more positive note, leasing for manufacturing operations saw a much more positive result, Colliers consultants note, explaining that although confidence remains slightly below its usual average, Romania ranks mid-table across Europe, indicating a degree of resilience within the parts of the in»»»

British dentist and researcher Dr. Ameed Khalid Abdulhamid explores the ethical and practical aspects of blending artificial intelligence into clinical practice in his book, “The AI‑Ready Doctor: Rethinking Clinical Judgment, Responsibility, and Trust in the Age of Artificial Intelligence.” The boo»»»

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman welcomed the arrival of Hajj pilgrims in the Kingdom from around the world on Tuesday. The crown prince reaffirmed the Kingdom’s pride in serving the two holy mosques and visitors to them at Tuesday's Cabinet meeting.»»»

The US-imposed maritime blockade on Iran cannot be adequately understood in isolation from the broader equation of “sovereignty versus technological supremacy” that structures the ongoing rivalry between the United States and China. The swift and unequivocal response delivered by China’s Minister o»»»

Egypt’s Ministry of Health has held talks with Pfizer to expand co-operation in pharmaceutical manufacturing, vaccine production, and medical innovation, as part of broader efforts to strengthen the healthcare system and improve service quality. In a statement, the ministry said Health Minister Kha»»»

Talaat Moustafa Group (TMG) Holding will open reservations on Tuesday for “The Spine,” an EGP 69bn mixed-use development targeting first-phase delivery within four years, the company’s chief executive said. The National Bank of Egypt holds a 24.5 percent stake in the project, which boasts one of th»»»

Gaza: A number of Palestinians were injured Tuesday in attacks launched by the Israeli occupation since dawn across various areas of the Gaza Strip, which have so far resulted in the death of seven people. Local sources said that a number of civilians were injured when occupation aircraft targeted »»»

Muscat: HM Sultan Haitham bin Tariq of Oman has held talks with Head of Sudan's Transitional Sovereignty Council Abdel Fattah Al Burhan, focusing on bilateral relations and regional developments amid ongoing tensions. The two sides discussed ways to strengthen cooperation in line with development g»»»

Dubai: Motorists in Dubai have been advised to expect traffic delays on Wednesday, April 22, as crowds gather for the AFC Champions League 2 match at Al Wasl Club. In a social media post, Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) said congestion is likely on several key roads surrounding the stad»»»

The project, taking place 5 weeks, from April to May 2026, involves essential consolidation and safety works, including the rehabilitation of the roof structure, the replacement of the deteriorated roofing with traditional materials, the restoration of drainage systems, and the removal of damaged s»»»

In 2025, the company recorded a turnover of EUR 46 million from investment gold sales, up approximately 40% compared to EUR 35 million reported in 2024. Overall, Tavex Romania’s total revenues, including all business lines, reached EUR 65 million, compared to EUR 45 million in the previous year. Th»»»

HANOVER: Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Tuesday warned he would hit back with reciprocal measures after Washington expelled a Brazilian police attache in the latest spat between the two countries. The leftist leader’s comments came after the United States ordered Commissioner Marc»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar's Ministry of Education and Higher Education has launched its government scholarship plan for the 2026-2027 academic year, introducing new academic pathways and expanded financial support aimed at building national expertise in priority sectors. The plan has been presented at a p»»»

Dubai: A young bride died after collapsing during her wedding reception in Egypt’s Sharqia governorate, in a sudden incident that has turned a night of celebration into one of mourning for her family and community. The bride lost consciousness shortly before leaving the wedding hall in the city of »»»