Sputnik 3m

Gwador-to-Central Asia Route Opens as Pakistan Mediates US-Iran Talks

Pakistan has officially launched a new transit corridor connecting its ports to Central Asian markets through Iranian territory. Pakistan just opened a new trade route to Central Asia through Iran. The first shipment, frozen beef, left Gwadar Port for Tashkent on Monday. Here's what you need to kno»»»

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The Peninsula 13m

UK Taylor Swift dance party stabbing spree 'avoidable': inquiry

London: A UK teenager's 2024 frenzied stabbing spree in northwest England which killed three young girls and sparked nationwide anti-immigration riots was "foreseeable and avoidable", a public inquiry concluded Monday. The attack on a Taylor Swift-themed dance class in Southport, which seriously wo»»»

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The Peninsula 13m

Minister of State for International Cooperation meets Lebanon's Ambassador

Doha, Qatar: Minister of State for International Cooperation HE Dr. Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al Misnad met on Monday with Ambassador of the Republic of Lebanon to the State of Qatar HE Bilal Kabalan. The meeting discussed cooperation relations between the two countries and ways to support and enh»»»

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Al Awsat 13m

Israel Presses Assault on Lebanon Border Town Ahead of US-Hosted Talks

Israeli troops launched an attack on Monday to seize a key town in south Lebanon from Hezbollah fighters holed up there, pressing the war on the Iran-backed group on the eve of rare talks between Israeli and Lebanese government envoys. With the Lebanese and Israeli ambassadors to the United States »»»

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Al Awsat 13m

Middle East Ceasefire a ‘Priority’, China’s FM Tells Pakistan

Maintaining a ceasefire in the Middle East war is an "immediate priority" for resolving the conflict, China's top diplomat told his Pakistan counterpart in a phone call on Monday. Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also said on Monday that the ceasefire between the United States and Iran was »»»

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Gulf News 13m

Dubai court fines 23-year-old Dh10,000, suspends licence for drug-impaired driving against traffic

Dubai: A 23-year-old Gulf national has been fined Dh10,000 and had his driving licence suspended for three months after being convicted of driving under the influence of psychotropic substances, driving against traffic, and possessing drugs for personal use. The case began when a police patrol spot»»»

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Al Awsat 25m

Israeli Troops Fire Tear Gas at Palestinian Schoolchildren in West Bank

Israeli forces fired tear gas at Palestinian schoolchildren staging a sit-in on Monday in the occupied West Bank, AFP footage showed, after settlers blocked access to their school. The Israeli military confirmed to AFP it had dispersed an "unusual gathering", but did not specify whether its troops »»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 35m

Truck Breaks Down in Hemus Motorway Tunnel, Authorities Suspect Traffic Sabotage

A truck driver who stopped his vehicle in the Vitinya Tunnel on the Hemus Motorway on Monday morning due to a technical malfunction was arrested after disobeying a police order. The acting Secretary General of the Interior Ministry, Georgi Kandev, suspects traffic sabotage. According to the Road In»»»

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The Peninsula 37m

Qatar’s national pavilion at Giardini della Biennale to participate in Venice Biennale next month

Doha, Qatar: The National Pavilion of Qatar at the Giardini della Biennale in Venice, Italy, announced today, April 13, 2026, details of its participation in the 61st International Art Exhibition - La Biennale di Venezia, to be held next month. The pavilion will present the art exhibition 'untitled»»»

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Al Awsat 37m

Israel Army Ups Hezbollah Death Toll from April 8 Strikes to Over 250

Israel's military said Monday that a massive wave of strikes in Lebanon last week killed five Hezbollah commanders, as well as more than 250 of the Iran-backed group's fighters. The Lebanese health ministry has said Wednesday's attacks killed more than 350 people in total and wounded more than 1,20»»»

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EU Observer 46m

How different will Magyar be from Orbán? We analyse his views on EU, Russia, Ukraine, and Trump

Péter Magyar promised during the election campaign that he would dismantle Viktor Orbán’s entire political system “brick by brick” — a system with which he had close ties until very recently. Over the past two years, Magyar has travelled almost constantly around the country, saying he would curb co»»»

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Naharnet 60m

Salam says working to get Israeli troop withdrawal

Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said Sunday he was working to stop the Israel-Hezbollah war, even as Israeli premier Benjamin Netanyahu told troops in south Lebanon that the fight there was far from over. The Lebanese Red Cross said in a statement that one of its paramedics had been killed in the south.»»»

UPI 1h

Oil prices back up as Trump blockades Strait of Hormuz - UPI.com

1 of 2 | The price of oil again climbed over the $100-per-barrel threshold on Monday after President Donald Trump announced U.S. forces will form a blockade on the Strait of Hormuz. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo April 13 (UPI) -- The price of oil again climbed over the $100-per-barrel th»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Kuwait, India top diplomats talk region in phone call

Kuwait City: Kuwait's Foreign Minister HE Jarrah Jaber Al Ahmad Al Sabah has received a phone call from his Indian counterpart Subrahmanyam Jaishankar to discuss the latest regional developments. The conversation focused on ongoing events in the region and the diplomatic efforts being made to addre»»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 1h

Report: defense spending in Poland not boosting GDP

Although Poland spends more on defense than any other NATO country relative to GDP, the economic impact is limited, according to the International Monetary Fund. Defense spending has risen sharply to about 4.5% of GDP, but around 80% of military equipment is imported, mainly from the U.S. and South»»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 1h

Von der Leyen: we pay a very high price for dependence on fossil fuels

During 44 days of war in the Middle East, the EU’s fossil fuel import bill rose by over €22 bln, according to Ursula von der Leyen. She stressed that the crisis, including disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz, is driving up fuel, food, and household costs across Europe. Von der Leyen warned that»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Man jailed, then fined Dh968,000 after damaging sister’s farm

Dubai: An Arab man has been ordered to pay Dh968,000 in compensation after being convicted of stealing from and destroying property at a farm inherited by his sister, a Dubai civil court has ruled. The decision follows a final criminal judgment that sentenced the defendant to one month in prison an»»»

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RT 1h

Magyar beats Orban in battle for Hungary: What happens now?

Hungarian opposition leader Peter Magyar has pulled off a stunning victory in the country’s parliamentary election, with his Tisza party beating Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s Fidesz by more than 16 points. The result is set to dramatically change Hungary’s relations with the EU, Russia, and Ukraine»»»

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RT 1h

What US refusing to escalate against Iran means for allies and global order

What will be the consequences for the United States of refraining from taking extreme measures against Iran? It is too early to say what kind of lasting order, if any, will emerge in the Middle East after the failure of the US and Israel’s campaign against Tehran. Yet the decision to avoid escalati»»»

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TAP 1h

"Tunisia successful in handling irregular migration" Interior Minister says

Tunis, April 13 (TAP) – Interior Minister Khaled Nouri said on Monday that Tunisia is among the countries that have successfully handled the issue of irregular migration of "sub-Saharan Africans," noting that the country receives daily requests from...»»»

RT 1h

Roman Gofman cleared for Mossad role after scrutiny over teen’s involvement in IDF information warfare

An Israeli general linked to a controversy over the use of a teenager in an online influence campaign has been appointed as the next director of the Mossad, Israel’s foreign intelligence agency. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced on Sunday that Maj. Gen. Roman Gofman, currently serving as »»»

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UPI 1h

Keiko Fujimori leads Peru vote count after delayed balloting - UPI.com

Peruvian presidential candidate Keiko Fujimori speaks at a press conference in Lima on Monday. Fujimori, the daughter of former President Alberto Fujimori, is the frontrunner to compete for the Peruvian presidency in a runoff election scheduled June 7. Photo by Renato Pajuelo/EPA April 13 (UPI) -- »»»

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UPI 1h

Canadians voting in federal byelections as Carney seeks majority - UPI.com

Voters in Ontario and Quebec, Canada are voting in byelections Monday that could give Prime Minister Mark Carney a liberal majority. File Photo by Eric Reid/EPA-EFE April 13 (UPI) -- Voters in Ontario and Quebec, Canada, are voting in byelections on Monday that could give Prime Minister Mark Carney»»»

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Al Manar 1h

Islamic Resistance fighters targeted at 16:00 on Monday 13-04-2026 Shraga base (the administrative headquarters of the Golani Brigade command) north of the occupied city of Acre with a swarm of loitering drones: statement 29 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Islamic Resistance fighters targeted at 16:00 on Monday 13-04-2026 Shraga base (the administrative headquarters of the Golani Brigade comma»»»

Al Awsat 1h

UN Maritime Chief Says No Country Has Right to Close Hormuz

The head of the UN maritime agency said Monday no country had a legal right to block shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, a trade passage paralysed by the US-Iran war. The International Maritime Organization's Secretary General Arsenio Dominguez addressed a news conference as access to the strait rema»»»

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Gulf News 1h

‘El Nas Lel Nas’ launches UAE community movement to boost home-grown SMEs

Dubai: Publsh Group and the news platform Lana have launched El Nas Lel Nas, meaning “People for People”, a new community-driven initiative designed to shine a spotlight on small and medium-sized businesses across the UAE by mobilising the country’s most influential public figures. The initiative b»»»

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UPI 2h

Inquiry into Southport knife rampage blames authorities, killer's parents - UPI.com

Protesters gather outside Liverpool Crown Court in Liverpool in January 2025 where then-18 year-old Axel Rudakubana was sentenced to 52 years in prison for the Southport child killings. File photo by Adam Vaughan/EPA-EFE April 13 (UPI) -- The official inquiry into the killings of three young girls »»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Qatar highlights role of family medicine ahead of National Family Day

Doha, Qatar: Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC) has reaffirmed its commitment to boosting family medicine as a cornerstone of community health, ahead of Qatar Family Day 2026. The annual occasion observed on April 15 reflects the country's growing focus on the family as the foundation of a stab»»»

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Sana 2h

Investment deal signed to build 32-story business tower in Idlib

Idlib, April 13 (SANA) Syrian authorities on Monday signed an investment agreement to build the “Idlib Business Tower,” a major mixed-use development in the city center aimed at boosting economic activity and attracting investment. The agreement was signed during a ceremony organized by the Syrian »»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Advisor to the Prime Minister meets Director-General of Political Affairs and Security at French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs

Doha, Qatar: Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari met today in Doha, with HE Frédéric Mondoloni, Director-General of Political Affairs and Security for the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs of France. Duri»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

UN: Iran War Could Plunge 32 million into Poverty

More than 32 million people worldwide could be plunged into poverty by the economic fallout from the Iran war, with developing countries expected to be hit hardest, the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) warned. In a report issued amid doubts over a fragile ceasefire, the UNDP said the world»»»

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Gulf News 2h

‘My Love, My King’: How an AI chatbot relationship led to a man’s death

Dubai: A Florida man’s death after an intense and increasingly delusional relationship with Google’s AI chatbot Gemini is raising urgent questions about the psychological risks of human-like artificial intelligence. At the centre of the case is 36-year-old Jonathan Gavalas, described by his family »»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Prime Minister receives phone call from Iranian Foreign 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 Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran HE Dr Abbas Araghchi. During the call, the latest developments related to the ceasefire were»»»

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TAP 2h

National Road Safety Observatory urges caution over weather disturbances

Tunis, April 13, 2026 (TAP) – The National Road Safety Observatory (ONSR) called on motorists to exercise caution due to expected weather disturbances this afternoon, including sometimes heavy thundery rain, hail, and winds reaching up to 80 km/h,...»»»

UPI 2h

Multiple bills highlight challenge protecting children online - UPI.com

1 of 2 | Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., and Sen. Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., introduced the Kids Online Safety Act in 2022. It is endorsed by 62 senators. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo April 13 (UPI) -- Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are considering more than a dozen bill proposals to »»»

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Sputnik 3h

Russian Rhythmic Gymnasts Shine With Four Medals at World Cup

Maria Borisova led the charge, capturing gold in the individual all-around and adding a silver medal in the hoop event at the 2026 World Gymnastics Cup's second stage in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. In group competitions, Alena Seliverstova, Alina Proshchalkina, Zlata Remchukova, Nelli Reutskaya, and Nico»»»

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TAP 3h

Plenary session, Tuesday, to consider a draft law on the settlement of foreign exchange violations

TUNIS, April 13, 2026 (TAP) – The Assembly of the People’s Representatives will hold a plenary session tomorrow, Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.According to a statement released on Monday, the session’s agenda includes the examination of a...»»»

Al Manar 3h

Islamic Resistance fighters targeted at 13:50 on Monday 13-04-2026 Liman barracks north of Nahariya settlement with a swarm of loitering drones: statement 20 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Islamic Resistance fighters targeted at 13:50 on Monday 13-04-2026 Liman barracks north of Nahariya settlement with a swarm of loitering dr»»»

Al Awsat 3h

Red Cross Calls Attacks on Medical Workers in Lebanon 'Gravely Concerning'

The International Committee of the Red Cross said it was deeply concerned by attacks on medical workers in Lebanon following a strike on a Lebanese Red Cross centre in the south of the country on Monday, as well the killing on Sunday of a Lebanese Red Cross volunteer, Reuters reported. "The loss of»»»

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Gulf News 3h

What is ‘Drive Like Your Mum is in the Car’ campaign in Dubai

Dubai: The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), in collaboration with Dubai Police, has launched a new road safety campaign aimed at addressing everyday driving behaviours that contribute to congestion and road safety risks across Dubai. Rather than focusing solely on major traffic violations, the »»»

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Gulf News 3h

flyadeal launches Jeddah-Dubai flights, increases Riyadh services

Dubai: Saudi low-cost carrier flyadeal is expanding its UAE operations with the launch of new flights between Jeddah and Dubai, alongside the return of higher-frequency services from Riyadh, strengthening air links between two of the region’s busiest travel corridors. Sign up for our daily business»»»

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Gulf News 3h

UAE President and King of Bahrain discuss fraternal relations

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of the Kingdom of Bahrain during a fraternal visit to the country. The two sides discussed the close ties and cooperation between the UAE and Bahrain, as well as ways to further strengthen relations in a»»»

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Sputnik 3h

Ukraine Targets Russian Merchant Fleet With NATO Intel Support - Presidential Aide

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The Ukrainian special services are targeting the Russian merchant fleet with coordination and intelligence support of NATO, Russian presidential aide and chairman of the Russian Marine Board Nikolai Patrushev said on Monday. "The risks of illegal actions and terrorist attacks aga»»»

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Gulf News 3h

UAE classrooms redefine ‘housewife’ as ‘leader of the home’

Dubai: Women’s roles within the home are being re-examined across the region, with schools updating Arabic language teaching to better reflect their influence in shaping both families and wider society. The change comes amid growing conversations in the UAE about recognising women not simply as “ho»»»

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Al Awsat 3h

Netanyahu Says Israel Supports Trump's Iran Naval Blockade

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Monday that Israel supports US President Donald Trump's decision to impose a naval blockade on Iran, adding that his government is in full coordination with Washington on the matter. "Iran violated the rules (of the peace talks in Pakistan), President Trump de»»»

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Sputnik 3h

Putin Says Russia, Indonesia Will Be Able to Find Solution to Maintain Stable Trade

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russia and Indonesia will be able to find a solution to maintain a stable trade situation, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Monday. "Unfortunately, there was some adjustment at the beginning of this year, but the intergovernmental commission is actively working with us, a»»»

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Libya Herald 4h

Libya and Algeria agree resumption of flights

Libya’s Ministry of Transport reports that an air transport agreement between Algeria and Libya was agreed during a signing ceremony yesterday at the headquarters of the Algerian National Civil Aviation Agency, along with the signing of a memorandum of understanding regarding arrangements for resum»»»

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TAP 4h

People’s Movement decides to hold its third congress next October (statement)

TUNIS, April 13, 2026 (TAP) – The National Council of the People’s Movement announced a series of organizational decisions and positions at end of its regular session held on Sunday, most notably the scheduling of the party’s third congress for late...»»»

Gulf News 4h

Jet fuel shortage explained: Why airfares rise when its supply tightens

Dubai: Jet fuel shortages are fast becoming one of the biggest hidden pressures on global aviation, affecting everything from airline profitability to the price travellers pay for tickets. While passengers may only notice the impact when fares suddenly rise, the causes run much deeper — from refine»»»

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The Peninsula 4h

Mideast war boosts London Heathrow airport traffic

London: London's Heathrow Airport announced Monday a 10 percent increase in transit passengers during March as the US-Iran war forced Gulf countries to close their airspace. Total passenger numbers, including those using Europe's busiest airport to transit, climbed 6.9 percent to 6.65 million last »»»

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