Hezbollah Escalates Politically and Militarily Over Lebanon-Israel Talks
Hezbollah is responding to direct negotiations between Lebanon and Israel, under US sponsorship, on two tracks: political and military. Politically, it is disavowing the talks and calling on the state to “reconsider its decision to negotiate with Israel,” describing the move as one that “will deepe»»»
At least 250 Rohingya, Bangladesh migrants missing after boat sinks - UPI.com
Hundreds of Rohingya and Bangladeshi migrants and refugees were missing, feared dead, after their boat sank in the Andaman Sea as they attempted to reach Malaysia. Photo courtesy of Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency/EPA-EFE April 15 (UPI) -- As many as 250 Rohingya and Bangladeshi migrants and »»»
Justice Department officials turned away in visit to the Fed - UPI.com
1 of 3 | U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro sent Justice Department prosecutors to the Federal Reserve headquarters in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday but they were turned away from entering to inspect renovations. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo April 15 (UPI) -- U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro se»»»
‘The star is the team,’ says Al-Khelaïfi after PSG reach Champions League semifinals
Doha, Qatar: Nasser Al-Khelaïfi, President of Paris Saint-Germain, praised his side’s collective approach after they secured a place in the UEFA Champions League semi-finals with a 2-0 win over Liverpool FC at Anfield on Tuesday evening, sealing a 4-0 aggregate victory. PSG are the defending champi»»»
Some 500 Guests a Month from Bulgaria and Abroad Seek Relaxation at Danube Hotel & Spa in Silistra
An average of about 500 guests per month stay at the Danube Hotel & Spa complex in Silistra. The guests are mainly Bulgarians, but there are also tourists from Romania, Moldova, Turkiye, Greece, and other European countries, the complex’s owner, Krum Krumov, told BTA. The spa and wellness centre at»»»
Why the Strait of Hormuz could push 45 million people into hunger
The United Arab Emirates has been elected to the Executive Board of the World Food Programme (WFP) for the 2026–2028 term, at a time of unprecedented global food security challenges and mounting risks linked to the near-total disruption of traffic through the Strait of Hormuz—developments that coul»»»
Madbouli outlines the new Egyptian government’s priorities
Egypt’s national security, improving citizen’s standards of living, economic development, developing and building the Egyptian citizen, and developing Egypt’s foreign policy. The government statement by the Prime Minister and Minister of Housing, Mustafa Madbouli, was presented to the House of Repr»»»
Sanad reports Dh7b revenue in 2025, backlog hits Dh38b
Dubai: Sanad reported Dh7 billion in revenue for 2025, marking a 41% increase year-on-year, driven by sustained global demand for aircraft engine maintenance and long-term contracts with airlines and manufacturers. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The Mubadala-owned aer»»»
Pupil kills four wounds 20 in new Turkiye school shooting
Istanbul: A student aged about 13 opened fire at random in a Turkish school Wednesday killing four people and wounding 20, just one day after a shooter wounded 16 people and then killed himself in another school, officials said. Kahramanmaras province governor Mukerrem Unluer said a teacher and thr»»»
New evidence emerges in case against ex-Foreign Minister - | 24.KG
Additional episodes of alleged illegal activity have been uncovered in the criminal case against former Foreign Minister of Kyrgyzstan, Chingiz Aidarbekov. The Ministry of Internal Affairs reported. Earlier, authorities had reported abuse of office related to the misuse of budget funds. During furt»»»
Hezbollah’s Fadlallah: Who’s the Outlaw, Resistance Defending the Homeland or an Authority Offering Concessions? - 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 Fadlallah: Who’s the Outlaw, Resistance Defending the Homeland or an Authority Offering Concessions? 15-04-2026 16:18 PM Lebane»»»
Religious leaders condemn synagogue arson attempt in Skopje
Skopje, 15 April 2026 (MIA) — An attempted arson attack on the Jewish Community building and the Bet Yaakov synagogue was a direct strike against the centuries-old peace and coexistence of Macedonian society, the nation's top five religious leaders said in joint statement issued together with the C»»»
World Bank to Asharq Al-Awsat: Saudi Arabia Plays a Central Role in Stabilizing Energy Markets
At a time when waves of geopolitical tensions disrupt the stability of vital maritime corridors, fundamental questions are emerging about the ability of major economic ambitions in the Gulf to withstand the test of the Strait of Hormuz, which represents an indispensable “lifeline” for the global ec»»»
Chaired by Saudi Crown Prince, PIF Board of Directors Approves PIF 2026-2030 Strategy
The Public Investment Fund (PIF) Board of Directors, chaired by Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, has approved PIF’s 2026-2030 strategy, a continuation of the fund’s long-term strategy that will focus on delivering competitive domestic ecosystems to »»»
Prestigious 9 May military parades cancelled in Murmansk and Arkhangelsk regions
Amid growing fears that Ukraine’s long-range drones could strike deep into northern Russia, military authorities have decided to cancel one of the country’s most symbolic displays of military power: the 9 May Victory Day parade. There will be no traditional 9 May parade in Mirny, a closed military »»»
Pupil kills four, wounds 20 in new Turkey school shooting
A student aged about 13 opened fire at random in a Turkish school Wednesday killing four people and wounding 20, just one day after a shooter wounded 16 people and then killed himself in another school, officials said. Kahramanmaras province governor Mukerrem Unluer said a teacher and three student»»»
Ghost ships, spoofing tactics test US in Strait of Hormuz
Dubai: Ships linked to Iran are increasingly adopting “ghost” tactics — going dark, spoofing identities and masking movements — in a bid to evade the US naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, signalling a shift toward more cautious and covert operations at sea. Maritime intelligence experts say a »»»
Non-Communicable Diseases - Major Public Health Challenge for Bulgaria, Causing Economic and Social Damage
In Bulgaria, 52% of all premature deaths (i.e. deaths before the age of 75) are attributable to four non-communicable diseases (NCDs), shows a report by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) published here on Wednesday. This includes 20% due to cancer, 28% due to cardiov»»»
US-Iran war ‘very close to being over’ – Donald Trump
The conflict between the US and Iran is close to being settled, President Donald Trump has claimed, adding that the second round of peace talks between the two sides could take place in the next few days. The US president gave interviews to several outlets on Tuesday, where he detailed Washington’s»»»
UNIFIL says convoy halted by Israeli troops near Naqoura
A routine convoy transporting military and civilian peacekeepers, along with essential contractors, from Beirut to UNIFIL headquarters was halted by Israeli troops a few kilometers from its destination in Naqoura. U.N.-marked vehicles were eventually allowed to proceed; however, local contractors w»»»
Watch: Bioluminescent fireworms glow in the California water - UPI.com
April 13 (UPI) -- A California photographer captured rare video of bioluminescent fireworms putting on a glowing display in the Long Beach water. Patrick Coyne said he recorded the video at about 8 p.m. Thursday in the Colorado Lagoon. Experts said it was only the second time bioluminescent firewor»»»
Australian man becomes world's oldest grandfather - UPI.com
Charles Smith was named the world's oldest first-time grandfather by Guinness World Records. His granddaughter, Isla, was born when he was 91 years and 209 days old. Photo courtesy of Guinness World Records April 14 (UPI) -- An Australian man was certified by Guinness World Records as the oldest fi»»»
Dubai Police train taxi drivers in ‘Year Without Accidents’ road safety drive
Dubai: Dubai Police have stepped up efforts to enhance road safety, delivering a targeted traffic awareness lecture to more than 80 taxi drivers as part of the “Year Without Accidents” campaign. Brigadier Jumaa Salem bin Suwaidan, Director of the General Department of Traffic, said educating driver»»»
Ex-Defense Minister: Bulgaria's MiG-29s Not in Good Condition, F-16s Still Not Combat Ready
Former Defense Minister Prof. Todor Tagarev has commented on Bulgaria’s military aviation situation, noting concerns about the condition of the country’s current fighter fleet and the pace at which new aircraft are being integrated. In an interview with News.bg, Tagarev said it would be “very stran»»»
Dubai office prices hit Dh5,130 psf as prime deals surge 114%
Dubai: Office values across Dubai’s main business districts continued to rise in 2025, led by Downtown Dubai where average sales prices reached Dh5,130 per square foot, up 29% from Dh3,986 a year earlier, according to Knight Frank. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.High-»»»
DWTC Hospitality breaks records in 2025, serving 1.28 million guests across Dubai mega events
Dubai: Dubai World Trade Centre’s (DWTC) hospitality arm delivered its strongest-ever annual performance in 2025, serving 1.28 million visitors across 2,578 events. The figure marks a 37 per cent rise from the 930,000 visitors served in 2024, underlining the emirate’s rising appeal as a hub for int»»»
Qatar Chamber holds training course on project sustainability
Doha, Qatar: Qatar Chamber, in cooperation with the Young Entrepreneurs Club (YEC), organized a training course today, April 15, 2026, titled, "Sustainability of Projects in Light of Economic Changes," via video conferencing. The session discussed best practices for mitigating economic risks and en»»»
Trump says talks with Iran likely to restart in next 2 days in Pakistan - UPI.com
U.S. President Donald Trump said Tuesday that talks to end a seven week-long war with Iran "could be happening in the next two days," most likely in Pakistan. Photo by Salwan Georges/UPI | License Photo April 15 (UPI) -- U.S. President Donald Trump said peace talks with Iran "could be happening in »»»
In Dearborn, a large Lebanese American population lives in constant worry
Eighteen months after the nation's largest Arab American community helped propel Donald Trump to a second term as president, the prayers have not stopped. In Dearborn, just outside of Detroit, families wait restlessly for word from relatives abroad, hoping they are safe, and mourning those already »»»
EU set to roll out age-check app as global push to protect children grows
Brussels: The European Union is set to roll out a new age-verification app for online platforms, as governments worldwide step up efforts to shield children from harmful content and curb access to social media. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said the app is “technically ready” a»»»
Total of 10,897 Voting Screens Provided to All Municipalities ahead of April 19 Elections
A total of 10,897 voting screens have been distributed to all municipalities in order to put an end to at least some of the practices involving vote-buying and manipulation, said Vanya Nusheva, advisor to the caretaker Prime Minister on election matters. She was speaking at a briefing of the Coordi»»»
Children killed in Lebanon as Israel strikes homes far from front lines of war
Jawad Younes, 11, and his cousins were playing soccer in the lot between their houses, as they often did. His little brother, 4-year-old Mehdi, had joined them but grew tired, so Jawad took him home and handed him off to their mother before returning to the game. Minutes later, an Israeli strike ca»»»
[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»»»
Lesvos farmers disrupt ferry sailings for a second day
Hundreds of farmers blockaded the main port of the eastern Aegean Sea island of Lesvos, disrupting ferry services for a second day Wednesday to protest the government’s handling of a deadly livestock disease. Protesters prevented trucks from disembarking from a ferry that had arrived from Piraeus a»»»
Filipino remittances rise year-on-year to $2.79b in February 2026, slow after January spike
Dubai: Cash remittances from overseas Filipinos rose to $2.79 billion in February 2026, reflecting continued resilience in inflows that support millions of households back home. The latest figure is higher than the amount recorded in the same month last year, although it marks a slowdown from Janua»»»
Norwegian “Oslo Patient” Achieves Long-Term HIV Remission Following Stem Cell Transplant
A Norwegian patient has achieved what researchers describe as a functional cure from HIV following a stem cell transplant, marking a significant development in global efforts to combat the virus. According to findings reported by Medical Xpress and supported by a study published in Nature Microbiol»»»
Orange warning for northern Tunisia
Tunis, April 15 (TAP)- An orange alert was issued for the governorates of Greater Tunis, Nabeul, Bizerte, Béjà and Jendouba, the National Institute of Meteorology (INM) said, given a high-risk disruption requiring increased vigilance.A yellow...»»»
Cabinet holds weekly meeting
Doha, Qatar: The Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani chaired on Wednesday the Cabinet's regular meeting at the Amiri Diwan. Following the meeting, HE Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs Ibrahim bin Ali Al Mo»»»
Vucic: I proposed adoption of robotisation strategy for Serbian Armed Forces
BELGRADE - Speaking to reporters after a meeting with top-ranking Ministry of Defence and army officials, Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said on Wednesday he had proposed the preparation and adoption of a robotisation strategy for the Serbian Armed Forces and the establishment of a unit equippe»»»
Indorama Expands into Egypt’s Fertilizer Sector with $525mn Ain Sokhna Complex
FacebookTwitterWhatsAppLinkedinCopy URL CAIRO — Global industrial group Indorama Corporation has formally entered Egypt’s fertilizer sector following the signing of a major agreement with the Suez Canal Economic Zone Authority to establish an integrated phosphate fertilizer and chemicals complex in»»»
Ukrainian long-range strikes spur mounting concern on Kola Peninsula
“The current situation calls for the utmost vigilance,” Governor Andrei Chibis emphasised as he summoned representatives of the FSB, the Northern Fleet and other law enforcement agencies. Authorities in the strategically important region in northern Russia are expressing growing concern about poten»»»
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 »»»
evomag takes marketplace to nearly 25% of sales and accelerates international expansion
The international expansion strategy comes at a time when the local eCommerce market offers less room for growth than in previous years. In this context, evomag aims to strengthen its regional presence and increase its exposure in external markets through already established platforms, which can pr»»»
Amesto Global enters Romania through partnership with Camelia Nița and acquisition of Ensight Finance
Founded in 2005, Ensight Finance provides accounting, tax compliance and advisory, as well as payroll and HR administration services, supporting a diverse client base ranging from Romania-headquartered companies with international operations to multinational businesses. The firm is also a Cooperati»»»
Israeli army issues new evacuation call to south Zahrani residents
Israel's military on Wednesday issued a fresh evacuation order for residents of south Lebanon despite talks held Tuesday in Washington. "The airstrikes are ongoing as the Israel Defense Forces operate with significant force in the area. Therefore... we reiterate our urgent appeal for you to evacuat»»»
Bulgaria: Bulgargaz Proposes Nearly 5% Rise in Natural Gas Price for May
Bulgargaz has submitted a proposal to the Energy and Water Regulatory Commission (EWRC) suggesting a natural gas price of €35.98 per megawatt hour (MWh) for May, excluding access, transmission, excise duty and VAT. The application has been published on the regulator’s website and is now awaiting re»»»
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»»»
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»»»
'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»»»
Top admirals of S. Korea, U.S., Japan discuss trilateral cooperation in Seoul - UPI.com
South Korean Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Kim Kyung-ryul (L) and U.S. Pacific Fleet Commander Adm. Stephen Koehler (R) hold talks in Seoul on Wednesday. The two were also set to meet with Japan's top naval commander for trilateral talks on strengthening maritime cooperation. Photo courtesy of Sou»»»