EU Observer 1h

[Interview] Ivan Krastev: The ‘West’ of the Cold War-era will not return

First published in Respekt. Defending the status quo cannot be exciting for anyone. Europe must be able to imagine a society that is better than ours and see opportunities even where there are objectively many risks. Where do you think the world is heading? In 1643, an English Protestant priest tol»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Qatar Civil Aviation Authority shuts down and strikes off several non-compliant travel agencies

Doha, Qatar: As part of its ongoing efforts to enhance oversight and regulate the air transport sector, Qatar Civil Aviation Authority (QCAA), represented by Air Transport Department, conducted an inspection campaign targeting travel and air cargo agencies to ensure compliance with applicable laws,»»»

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Gulf News 1h

IFFCO initiates nation-wide integrated nano fertilizer awareness

IFFCO (Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited), India’s largest fertilizer cooperative, has formally launched the IFFCO Nano Urvarak Jagrukta Maha Abhiyaan — a comprehensive Integrated nationwide awareness campaign to drive adoption of nano fertilizers among Indian farmers. The launch event »»»

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RT 1h

Merz wants Ukrainian men residing in Germany to go home and fight

Berlin and Kiev will coordinate efforts to return military-age Ukrainian men residing in Germany to their home country, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has announced following a meeting with Vladimir Zelensky. As Ukrainian forces suffer mounting losses in the conflict with Russia and the pool of w»»»

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UPI 2h

Israel, Lebanon hold first diplomatic talks in decades - UPI.com

Secretary of State Marco Rubio participated in trilateral talks with Israel and Lebanon in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday. File Photo by Will Oliver/UPI | License Photo April 15 (UPI) -- Delegations from Lebanon and Israel have concluded negotiations in Washington, the first diplomatic talks between »»»

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Gulf News 2h

Lebanon–Israel talks: First direct meeting since 1993 — what’s next?

Dubai: The United States has hosted the first direct talks between Lebanon and Israel since 1993 in Washington, DC, in what officials describe as a high-level diplomatic push to contain escalating violence. Both sides agreed to hold direct negotiations after “productive discussions” between the env»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 2h

Media Review: April 15

Wednesday’s Bulgarian media coverage is dominated by the April 19 parliamentary elections, with outlets focusing on coalition arithmetic, vote-buying and the possibility that the Hemus Motorway tunnel blockage was a political provocation. Energy security also remains high on the agenda after Washin»»»

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Gulf News 2h

'The UAE dream': How Indian expat built an eyewear label in Dubai doubling as a community space

Dubai: Tucked away in one of Alserkal Avenue’s lanes, Swey Collective doesn’t look like your typical retail space. Housed inside a repurposed container, the store leans into an edgy, stripped-back aesthetic, metallic, clean lines, and a steady flow of creatives filtering in and out. Gulf News talke»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 2h

Interior Ministry to Keep an Eye on Vote Buyers Even After Elections

Vote buyers will remain the target of the Interior Ministry's attention even after the snap elections this coming Sunday, acting Interior Ministry Secretary General Georgi Kandev told Prime Minister Andrey Gurov on Wednesday. In a Facebook post, the Prime Minister repeated an announcement made by K»»»

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Novinite 2h

Record Rise in Vote-Buying Reports Triggers Nationwide Police Raids Across Bulgaria

Acting Interior Ministry Secretary General Georgi Kandev has reported that police operations against vote buying in Bulgaria have so far led to the seizure of around 1 million euros, alongside thousands of inspections and a sharp rise in citizen alerts ahead of the elections. “We are already at 1 m»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

Afghans Comb Riverbed in Search of Gold Dust

In the jagged Hindu Kush in eastern Afghanistan, hundreds of men dug into the rocky bed of the Kunar River searching for a few grams of gold dust as an alternative source of income. At the foot of imposing peaks, some still covered in snow in April, they toiled near the border with Pakistan to find»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

China and Russia must firmly defend their legitimate interests: China President

Beijing, China: Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, urged closer and stronger strategic coordination between China and Russia to firmly defend their legitimate interests and safeguard the unity of Global South countries. Xi made the remarks when meeting with Russian Foreign M»»»

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Al Manar 3h

Islamic Resistance fighters fired a barrage of rockets targeting Israeli settlement of Misgav Am: Hezbollah Military Media statement 6 - 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 fired a barrage of rockets targeting Israeli settlement of Misgav Am: Hezbollah Military Media statement 6 15-0»»»

Business-review 3h

CarAudit inspection results: Tesla Model 3 and Ford Mustang rank among the worst, BMW and Volvo models excel

“The CarAudit technical inspection is very detailed and includes up to 270 checkpoints. In about a quarter of cases, we do not recommend that the customer purchase the selected vehicle,” explains Vlad Ion, Country Manager at Carvago Romania. “Common reasons include service history, inconsistencies »»»

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Naharnet 3h

UN nuclear chief urges strict Iran checks in any deal to end war

head of the U.N.'s nuclear watchdog said Wednesday that "very detailed" measures to verify Iran's nuclear activities must be included in a potential U.S.-Iran agreement to end their war in the Middle East. International Atomic Energy Agency Director General Rafael Grossi stressed the need for the t»»»

Al Awsat 3h

Menzies Chairman to Asharq Al-Awsat: Aviation Services Sector Highly Resilient Despite Regional Disruptions

The aviation services sector continues to demonstrate strong resilience amid geopolitical tensions disrupting air traffic across the Middle East, said Hassan El-Houry, chairman of Menzies Aviation. While airspace closures, flight cancellations and reroutings have strained operations, El-Houry descr»»»

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Al Manar 3h

Israeli Aggression Claims Four Martyrs from One Family as Aid Vehicle Targeted in Saadiyat - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli Aggression Claims Four Martyrs from One Family as Aid Vehicle Targeted in Saadiyat 15-04-2026 11:26 AM Israeli enemy forces carried»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

Double Olympic badminton champion Axelsen announces retirement

Copenhagen, Denmark: Denmark's double Olympic badminton champion Viktor Axelsen announced his retirement at 32 on Wednesday, saying back problems meant he could no longer "compete and train at the highest level". Axelsen, who won gold at the Tokyo Games in 2021 and again in Paris in 2024, had back »»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 3h

EUR 1 Mln Seized In Operations Against Vote Buying So Far

One million euros have been seized so far in operations by the Interior Ministry against vote buying, Prime Minister Andrey Gurov said in a Facebook post on Wednesday. “We will break both old and new cartels – vote buyers will be in the Ministry’s sights even after the elections,” said acting Inter»»»

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Al Awsat 3h

UN Nuclear Chief Urges Strict Iran Checks in Any Deal to End War

The head of the UN’s nuclear watchdog said Wednesday that “very detailed” measures to verify Iran’s nuclear activities must be included in a potential US-Iran agreement to end their war in the Middle East. International Atomic Energy Agency Director General Rafael Grossi stressed the need for the t»»»

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RT 3h

A history of US presidents clashing with the Vatican – from Clinton to Trump

US President Donald Trump is once again at odds with the Vatican, this time hurling personal attacks and wild insults at Pope Leo XIV. Conflicts between the White House and the Vatican, however, are nothing new. From John Paul II’s open defiance of George W. Bush over the Iraq war to heated exchang»»»

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Al Manar 3h

Hezbollah’s Military Media statements 4, 5 on Wednesday set out two earlier rocket strikes targeting Israeli gatherings in the northern outskirts of Bint Jbeil town - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah’s Military Media statements 4, 5 on Wednesday set out two earlier rocket strikes targeting Israeli gatherings in the northern out»»»

Gulf News 3h

Dubai Court upholds acquittal in KHDA certificate forgery case

Dubai: A Dubai court has upheld the acquittal of an Arab institute owner accused of forgery and fraud, ruling that the evidence presented was insufficient to support a conviction and ordering the confiscation of the disputed training certificate. The Court of Appeal accepted the case in form but re»»»

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Gulf News 3h

India power plant blast death toll climbs to 19: police

Raipur: The death toll from a boiler blast at a power plant in central India has risen to 19, a police officer said on Wednesday, noting 17 others were injured. The explosion occurred Tuesday at a facility operated by Vedanta Limited, a subsidiary of London-listed Vedanta Resources, in Chhattisgarh»»»

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Al Awsat 3h

Ukraine Broaches ‘Stolen’ Russian Grain Cargo on Call with Israel

Ukrainian Foreign ‌Minister Andrii Sybiha held a call with his Israeli counterpart Gideon Sa'ar to discuss a Russian vessel carrying what he described as grain stolen from Ukraine that was allowed to dock in an Israeli port. Kyiv considers all grain produced in the four regions Russia claimed as it»»»

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Al Majalla 4h

China's Gordian knot: why it has no good options in Iran

Since the US and Israel waged war on Iran on 28 February, China has issued a cascade of diplomatic communiqués condemning the strikes, calling for a ceasefire, invoking UN Charter principles, and proposing a joint five-point peace initiative with Pakistan. Not a single weapon has followed. Not a wa»»»

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Al Manar 4h

Hezbollah’s Islamic Resistance fighters targeted the Israeli settlement of Kiryat Shmona for the second time on Wednesday with a salvo of rockets: Military Media statement 3 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah’s Islamic Resistance fighters targeted the Israeli settlement of Kiryat Shmona for the second time on Wednesday with a salvo of r»»»

Gulf News 4h

Why UAE is tightening safety rules for fuel and hazardous transport

Abu Dhabi Police conducted roadside safety checks targeting heavy truck and fuel tanker drivers across the Al Dhafra region, as part of the force's broader 'Smart Road Security' strategy aimed at reducing risks associated with the transport of petroleum products and protecting lives and property. T»»»

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BNE 4h

Germany rallies behind Ukraine as peace talks stall, EU membership debate divides the bloc

Germany has unveiled a sweeping €4bn military support package for Ukraine and Chancellor Friedrich Merz has called for the rapid disbursement of a long-delayed €90bn EU loan to Kyiv, as European powers scramble to shore up Ukraine's defences as the Trump administration loses interest in the conflic»»»

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Gulf News 4h

How Burj Al Arab became a global icon

Dubai’s most recognisable hotel, Jumeirah Burj Al Arab, is preparing to undergo its first major restoration since opening in 1999, marking a new chapter in the landmark’s history. Owned by Jumeirah Group, a subsidiary of Dubai Holding, the hotel said the project is designed to preserve one of the e»»»

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Novinite 4h

Smuggling Kingpin “Pascal” Admits Guilt, Gets Suspended Sentence

Nikola Nikolov, known as "Pascal" and described by investigators as a long-standing figure in cigarette smuggling, has admitted guilt and finalized a plea deal with the prosecution. The agreement, approved by the Sofia City Court at the end of March, imposes a suspended prison sentence of two years»»»

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The Peninsula 4h

Apple launches global Apple Business platform for company management

Washington, USA: Apple announced Wednesday the launch of its new comprehensive Apple Business platform for managing devices and services within organizations in a unified digital environment. The platform features built-in mobile device management, helping businesses easily configure employee group»»»

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The Peninsula 4h

Mancini hails resilient Al Sadd after win over Al Hilal

Doha, Qatar: Coach Roberto Mancini heaped praise on Al Sadd SC after their outstanding display secured a place in the AFC Champions League Elite Finals Jeddah 2026 on Monday. The Qatari side showed tremendous resilience, coming from behind three times to force extra time after a thrilling 3-3 draw,»»»

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France24 5h

Israeli strikes kill 10 in northern Gaza, including toddler, civil defence says

Gaza’s civil defence agency said on Tuesday that 10 people, including a toddler, were killed in separate Israeli strikes in the north of the enclave. Violence has persisted despite an October 10 ceasefire. A strike on a police vehicle in Gaza City killed four people, including a child, and wounded »»»

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Actmedia 5h

ARP poll: Nearly 40% of Romanians say political system should be completely replaced

Nearly 40% of Romanians believe the country's political system is so flawed that it should be completely replaced, regardless of the means, according to the Poll/Int Romania Barometer conducted by the Political Rating Agency (ARP) between 1 and 10 April.When asked which statement best reflects thei»»»

Gulf News 5h

The UAE’s community playbook: How support is reaching more people

Dubai: Various organisations across the UAE continue to strengthen community ties and extend support to workers and families through a series of humanitarian initiatives rooted in unity and compassion. From meal distributions to gift-giving missions, these efforts reflect the enduring spirit of wha»»»

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Gulf News 5h

Bride-to-be critical after acid attack days before wedding in Delhi

Dubai: A 21-year-old woman is in critical condition after an acid attack in Delhi’s Indira Vihar area, police said. The victim was rushed to Guru Teg Bahadur (GTB) Hospital, where doctors said she remains in a critical state. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply »»»

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Sputnik 5h

Russia Can Help China, Other Countries Replenish Energy Resources - Lavrov

BEIJING (Sputnik) - Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said on Wednesday that Russia can fill the energy shortfall in China and other interested countries caused by the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. On Russia-China Relations"Russia can certainly fill the resource gap that has arisen in Chin»»»

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Al Awsat 5h

Hormuz Under Insurance Pressure as ‘War Premiums’ Violate Int’l Laws

As military tensions flare in the Strait of Hormuz, another battle is unfolding behind the scenes, one no less dangerous. Insurance companies have emerged as key players shaping the fate of global shipping. With premiums surging to unprecedented levels, experts told Asharq Al-Awsat the world is app»»»

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The Peninsula 5h

Doha Design District invites proposals for public artworks, open until May 14

Doha, Qatar: Doha Design District (DDD) has announced its Public Art Open Call, inviting artists, designers, and creatives to submit proposals for innovative public artworks. The initiative positions public art as an integral part of the public realm, enhancing everyday urban life while reinforcing»»»

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Gulf News 5h

What the Hormuz shutdown means for Asean’s energy security, renewables: 10 things to know

Manila: The effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz on February 28, 2026 disrupted passage for roughly a quarter of the world’s daily seaborne oil. To this day, uncertainty remains and the global fuel crunch continues to raise fears of a deeper supply shock. Uncertainty over freedom on navigation»»»

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The Peninsula 5h

English-Language da’wah lessons launched in three mosques

Doha, Qatar: The Sheikh Abdullah bin Zaid Al Mahmoud Islamic Cultural Centre, under the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs, has launched a new series of English-language da’wah lessons targeting Muslim expatriate communities who speak English as part of its ongoing efforts to promote religious a»»»

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Novinite 5h

Bulgaria Won’t Touch Fuel Reserves to Cut Prices, Energy Minister Says

Acting Energy Minister Traycho Traykov said Bulgaria should not tap into its 90-day fuel reserves to ease prices, stressing that they must remain a safeguard in case of an actual supply disruption. Speaking to journalists after the opening of the National Repository for Radioactive Waste, he underl»»»

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Gulf News 5h

Dubai gold prices ease as Trump says war ‘close to over’; India rates climb

Dubai: Dubai gold prices edged lower on Wednesday morning as signs of easing geopolitical tension in the Iran conflict cooled safe-haven demand, with bullion retreating after Tuesday’s rebound. (Check latest UAE gold prices here, alongside prices in Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and I»»»

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Al Awsat 6h

Canada, UK, Australia and Japan Call for ‘Urgent End to Hostilities in Lebanon’

Canada, the UK, Australia, Japan and six other countries condemned the killings of UN peacekeepers in Lebanon on Tuesday while calling "for an urgent end to hostilities" in the country where Israeli attacks have killed over 2,000 people since March. "Australia, Brazil, Canada, Colombia, Indonesia, »»»

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Al Awsat 6h

Iran Nuclear Program ‘Badly Damaged’ But Not Wiped Out

The United States and Israel may have obstructed the path towards a future Iran-built nuclear bomb by severely damaging Tehran's nuclear and ballistic capabilities in recent attacks. But they have not succeeded in seizing its stockpile of highly enriched uranium, key to any future negotiations betw»»»

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Al Awsat 6h

US Shuts Down Iran’s Maritime Trade Despite Optimism for More Talks

The United States said on Wednesday its military had completely halted trade going in and out of Iran by sea, even though President Donald Trump said talks with Tehran on ending the war could resume this week. Trump said negotiations between US and Iranian officials could resume in Pakistan in the »»»

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Al Awsat 6h

Xi Calls China-Russia Ties ‘Precious’ in Current International Context

Chinese President Xi Jinping said Wednesday that the stability and certainty of China-Russia relations are particularly “precious” in the face of an international landscape intertwined with change and chaos. During a meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov in Beijing, Xi said the strong»»»

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UPI 6h

U.S. kills four in fourth anti-drug boat strike since Saturday - UPI.com

The U.S. military under Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth conducted another strike Tuesday targeting an alleged drug-trafficking boat in the eastern Pacifiic. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo April 15 (UPI) -- The U.S. military killed four men on Tuesday in a strike on a suspected drug-traf»»»

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Sputnik 7h

Russia, China Oppose Western Attempts to Maintain Hegemony — Lavrov

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said Moscow and Beijing cannot agree with Western efforts to preserve global dominance. “Blatant attempts by the West, both the United States and Europe, to maintain and even upgrade its hegemony… including the slave trade, colonialism… continue living… at the»»»

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