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Beirut airport remains open and operational despite Israeli bombing – Ya Libnan

Share: Beirut airport remains operational despite Israeli bombings A Middle East Airlines plane on the tarmac at Beirut Airport on April 10, 2026. © Anwar Amro, AFP Despite Israeli airstrikes in the area, Beirut airport remains operational. Kept open through close coordination and international gua»»»

Al Manar 2h

Iran, US Hold New Round of Talks Mediated by Pakistan

A new round of trilateral talks between Iran, the US and Pakistani mediators has begun in Islamabad in early hours of Sunday local times. The negotiating teams of Iran and the US have just begun a new round of trilateral talks in Islamabad, with Pakistani officials as mediators. Considering the exc»»»

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Qatar Tribune 2h

Qatar, Canada and Mexico 2026Year of Culture marks 100 days

Tribune News Network Doha In just over three months, the Years of Culture’s (YoC) partnership with Canada and Mexico has already begun to demonstrate the value of sustained cultural dialogue, setting the tone for a year rooted in discovery, mutual understanding and human connection. Mohammed Al Kuw»»»

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Qatar Tribune 2h

From loss to legacy: Filipina entrepreneur in Qatar turns setback into purpose

Darlene Regis She lost everything — but refused to lose herself. Today, Ruth Astley stands as a testament to resilience, proving that even the lowest in life can become the foundation for something greater. A Filipina entrepreneur based in Qatar, Astley transformed a painful financial setback into »»»

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Qatar Tribune 2h

Tale of Two Cities: Abdulrahman’s journeyof four decades from Doha to Jerusalem

Khaled Al Hameidi Doha Just before the sun reaches its peak above Doha’s skyline, when daylight shimmers across glass towers and a faint breeze moves through the alleys, Abu Abdulrahman settles into his usual seat at the edge of a café in Souq Waqif. He sits quietly, like a man guarding a fading er»»»

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UPI 2h

Britain pauses Chagos Islands transfer over Trump opposition - UPI.com

A U.S. Air Force B-2 Spirit stealth bomber is pictured in 2025 as it takes off on a combat mission from Diego Garcia, which is located in the Chagos Islands and is considered British Indian Ocean Territory. Britain has abandoned a deal to return the islands to Mauritius after the United States with»»»

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Qatar Tribune 2h

Qatar Charity, Yemen Humanitarian Fund join hands to implement $180,000 project

Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Charity (QC) has signed a cooperation agreement with the Yemen Humanitarian Fund, managed by the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, to implement an urgent humanitarian project in Abs District in north-western Yemen. The project aims t»»»

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RT 3h

RT’s Steve Sweeney recounts missile strike in Lebanon as Tucker Carlson calls attack deliberate

American journalist Tucker Carlson has said an Israeli strike targeting RT correspondent Steve Sweeney in Lebanon was an “attempted assassination,” as he spoke with the reporter about the attack and his work in conflict zones. Sweeney and cameraman Ali Rida Sbeity were injured last month when an Is»»»

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Al Manar 5h

Israeli media: While Netanyahu was telling Zionists about war achievements, Hezbollah was firing combat drones at ‘Israel’ - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli media: While Netanyahu was telling Zionists about war achievements, Hezbollah was firing combat drones at ‘Israel’ 11-04-2026 21:17»»»

Al Manar 5h

Islamic Resistance fighters targeted the Al-Metula site with a rocket barrage: statement 32 - 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 the Al-Metula site with a rocket barrage: statement 32 11-04-2026 22:02 PM Latest News Urgent News Isl»»»

Al Manar 5h

Israeli Channel 12: Border settlements were ordered to raise alert due to expected escalation by Hezbollah in coming 48 hours - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli Channel 12: Border settlements were ordered to raise alert due to expected escalation by Hezbollah in coming 48 hours 11-04-2026 20»»»

The Peninsula 5h

Transport Ministry announces full return of maritime navigation for 'all types of maritime vessels and ships'

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Transport (MOT) announced the full return of maritime navigation for all types of maritime vessels and ships, as of Sunday, April 12, 2026, from 6am to 6pm. "And as per the previous MOT announcement, sailing is allowed all day long for maritime vessels licensed for fish»»»

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Gulf News 6h

Easter truce between Russia and Ukraine begins

Kyiv: A truce between Russia and Ukraine to mark the Orthodox Easter entered into force on Saturday, with Kyiv warning it would respond "immediately" if Russia violated it. Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered the ceasefire on Thursday, more than a week after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelen»»»

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Gulf News 7h

Iraq elects Kurdish politician Nizar Amidi as president amid war fallout

Baghdad: Iraq's parliament voted Saturday to elect Nizar Amidi, a political official with one of the country's two main Kurdish parties, as president, five months after a parliamentary election that didn't produce a bloc with a decisive majority. His election comes as Iraq is reeling from the fallo»»»

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Al Awsat 8h

Iraqi Parliament Elects Nizar Amedi as Country’s New President

The Iraqi parliament on Saturday elected Kurdish politician Nizar Amedi as the country's new president, a largely ceremonial role, following a parliamentary election last November. Amedi, 58, is a former environment minister and has headed the political office of the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (P»»»

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The Peninsula 8h

Arsenal suffer major blow in Premier League title charge

London: Arsenal suffered a huge blow in the Premier League title race on Saturday, losing 2-1 at home to Bournemouth to give Manchester City renewed hope they can catch the long-time leaders. The visitors took the lead at a nervy Emirates through Junior Kroupi but Mikel Arteta's men levelled throug»»»

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Al Awsat 9h

US-Iran Direct Talks Begin in Pakistan as War’s Fragile Ceasefire Holds

The United States and Iran began face-to-face negotiations Saturday in Pakistan, days after a fragile, two-week ceasefire was announced, as the war that has killed thousands of people and shaken global markets entered its seventh week. The White House confirmed the direct nature of the talks. Iran'»»»

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Gulf News 9h

US warships transit Strait of Hormuz: media

Two US warships have reportedly passed through the Strait of Hormuz, the first such transit since the war with Iran began, as President Donald Trump said Saturday that the United States had started "clearing out" the strategic waterway. The US Navy guided-missile destroyers passed through the strai»»»

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RT 9h

How Ukrainian spies are allegedly working against Hungary’s Viktor Orban

Behind Vladimir Zelensky’s public feud with Viktor Orban, the arrest of two suspected spies in Budapest adds to claims that the Ukrainian leader is waging a shadow campaign to take out the Hungarian prime minister. Read more Battle for Hungary: How the Russiagate blueprint has been unleashed agains»»»

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UPI 9h

Vance, Iran delegation begin peace talks in Pakistan - UPI.com

1 of 2 | Vice President JD Vance shakes hands with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif during a meeting, in Islamabad, Pakistan, Saturday. Delegations from the United States and Iran are meeting in Pakistan Saturday to discuss ending the war in Iran. Photo by the Pakistan Foreign Ministry/EPA A»»»

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Gulf News 9h

Zayed Sustainability Prize expands funding for all finalists

Abu Dhabi: The Zayed Sustainability Prize has expanded its support framework, announcing funding for all finalists in its 2027 cycle, continuing the approach introduced in 2026. The move reflects the Prize’s shift from a recognition platform into a broader support system that helps projects at diff»»»

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Gulf News 10h

UAE brokers new Russia-Ukraine prisoner swap, total hits 6,305

Abu Dhabi: The UAE has brokered a new prisoner swap between Russia and Ukraine, securing the exchange of 350 detainees involving 175 detainees from each side. The move brings the total number of prisoners exchanged through UAE mediation efforts between the two countries to 6,305. Get updated faster»»»

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The Peninsula 10h

Sinner brushes past Zverev to reach Monte Carlo final

Monte Carlo: World No.2 Jannik Sinner eased his way into the final of the Monte Carlo Masters for the first time with a clinical 6-1, 6-4 semi-final win over Alexander Zverev on Saturday. The Italian becomes the first player to reach all three finals of the season's first three Masters 1000 events »»»

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The Peninsula 10h

Iraq's Parliament holds session to elect new president

Baghdad, Iraq: The Council of Representatives of Iraq held a session on Saturday to elect a new President of the Republic. Parliament Speaker Mohammed Al Halbousi opened the session after the quorum was achieved with the attendance of 223 MPs. In a speech during the session, Al Halbousi said that 1»»»

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Naharnet 11h

Hezbollah MP slams planned Lebanese talks with Israel as strikes kill 10

Hezbollah lawmaker Hassan Fadlallah on Saturday reiterated his group's rejection of direct negotiations between Israel and Lebanon, where authorities reported 10 people killed in Israeli attacks in the south. The office of President Joseph Aoun said on Friday that officials from Lebanon, Israel and»»»

Al Manar 11h

Iranian Source Says US Agreed to Unfreeze Iranian Funds, Washington Denies: Reuters

A senior Iranian source said on Saturday the US had agreed to release Iranian frozen assets ​held in Qatar and other foreign banks, but a US official swiftly denied the assertion, Reuters news agency reported. The senior Iranian ‌source welcomed the purported US move as a sign of “seriousness” in r»»»

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The Peninsula 11h

GCC countries achieve economic growth in third quarter of 2025

Muscat: The economy of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member states grew in the third quarter of 2025, reflecting its sustained ability to balance the role of the oil sector while enhancing the contribution of non-oil activities to gross domestic product (GDP). In its recent report, the GCC Sta»»»

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Gulf News 11h

Qatar resumes in-person learning across schools

Dubai: Qatar’s Ministry of Education and Higher Education has announced the resumption of in-person learning and service delivery across schools, nurseries and educational service centres, effective Sunday, April 12, 2026. The decision applies to government and private schools, kindergartens and nu»»»

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Gulf News 12h

Why the Philippines is shifting focus from remittances to diaspora engagement

Dubai: The Philippines is redefining its approach to the 10.7 million Filipinos living abroad. Historically reliant on remittances, the country is now turning to its diaspora as “permanent strategic partners” for long-term development. The Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO) has shifted the agen»»»

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Al Manar 12h

Hezbollah’s Fadlallah: Autonomy-Lacking Gov’t Prolonging Israeli Aggression at Expense of Civilian Lives - 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: Autonomy-Lacking Gov’t Prolonging Israeli Aggression at Expense of Civilian Lives 11-04-2026 14:41 PM MP Hasan Fadla»»»

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Gulf News 12h

Boy, 9, found locked in van for over a year, severely malnourished

Paris: A 9-year-old boy was rescued this week after living locked in his father's utility van in eastern France since 2024, according to the local prosecutor. The child has been hospitalized, and his father detained. Police were alerted by a neighbor to "sounds of a child'' coming from a van on Mon»»»

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The Peninsula 13h

In Europe first, Netherlands to allow Teslas to self-drive

The Hague: In a first for Europe, the Netherlands is poised to allow Tesla owners to use their car's self-driving feature -- as long as they are in the vehicle and keeping a watchful eye over it. The country's RDW agency for roadworthiness certifications said in a statement late Friday: "Thanks to »»»

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RT 13h

Three weeks of fuel, 170 million people: Inside Bangladesh’s worsening fuel shortage

“My daughter is sleeping in the ICU of a hospital in Mohakhali, Dhaka and I have been in the queue at the Trust filling station since 1:30 AM. It is now a quarter to three... If I cannot get fuel, I will leave the bike on the road and just walk away. I do not have the strength left in my body to pu»»»

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Al Awsat 13h

In Europe First, Netherlands to Allow Teslas to Self-Drive

In a first for Europe, the Netherlands is poised to allow Tesla owners to use their car's self-driving feature -- as long as they are in the vehicle and keeping a watchful eye over it. The country's RDW agency for roadworthiness certifications said in a statement late Friday: "Thanks to the type ap»»»

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Qatar Tribune 13h

In-person classes resume across Qatar schools from Sunday

DOHA: The Ministry of Education and Higher Education has announced the resumption of in-person classes and services starting Sunday, April 12, across nurseries, kindergartens, public and private schools, as well as educational service centres, in line with the approved academic calendar. The minist»»»

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Al Awsat 13h

From Boston to Denver, US Drivers Cut Back as Iran War Pushes Fuel Costs Higher

Boston resident Pat Ouedraogo has cut longer-distance trips, while aspiring law student Skyler Burke drives extra miles to avoid pricier gasoline pumps closer to home. In Houston, auto broker David Wright has switched from a gas-guzzling race car to an all-electric vehicle. These struggles are bein»»»

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MIA 13h

Bozhinovska and Landau sign memorandum on strengthening energy security

Skopje, 8 April 2026 (MIA) – A Memorandum of Understanding aimed at enhancing the security of natural gas supply was signed by Minister of Energy, Mining and Mineral Resources Sanja Bozhinovska and U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau during the official visit of the Macedonian governm»»»

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Gulf News 13h

Pakistan PM meets US Vice President as Islamabad talks begin

Pakistan Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif held a meeting with US Vice President JD Vance, marking the opening phase of a high-level diplomatic process focused on regional stability and conflict resolution, as the Islamabad talks formally commenced. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download th»»»

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Al Awsat 13h

Ukraine Can Play Useful Role in Strait of Hormuz, Britain Says

Ukraine can play a useful role in international efforts to secure the Strait of Hormuz, Britain's armed services minister said, praising its drone technology as among the best in the world. Britain has organized discussions this month among more than 30 nations on how to reopen the strait, amid an »»»

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EU Observer 14h

[Interview] Hungarian scientist László Mérő: ‘The language of Fidesz is unmistakably Nazi speech’

László Mérő, mathematician and psychologist: “Hungarians are an accepting, tolerant, friendly people. This hatred has been deliberately stoked.” After the 2010 election, you responded to Fidesz’s two-thirds victory in a relatively optimistic article. At the time, you thought it might bring an end t»»»

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TAP 14h

Tunisia participates in London Tech Week 2026

Tunis, April 11, 2026 (TAP) – The Tunisian Confederation of Citizen Enterprises (CONECT) and the Tunisian-British Chamber of Commerce will hold an information session on Wednesday, April 15, at CONECT headquarters, dedicated to Tunisia’s...»»»

Kathimerini 14h

Concerns over Athens water supply fade as rains fill reservoir

Water reserves at Greece’s Mornos reservoir have tripled over the past six months, ending an alarm over the capital’s water supply that had been raised last autumn. The reservoir held 156,996,000 cubic meters on October 23, 2025 – its lowest level in 15 years – before climbing to 491,629,000 cubic »»»

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Gulf News 14h

Weather alert: Is more rain forecast for UAE? NCM reveals 3D cloud formation

Dubai: Light to moderate rains have been reported across several parts of the UAE, including Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Al Ain, as unsettled weather conditions continue to affect the country. According to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM), a surface and upper-air low-pressure system is driving clo»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 14h

Justice Minister Adamant that Sarafov Cannot Continue as Acting Prosecutor General

The statutory time limit introduced by the legislature for temporarily performing the duties of Prosecutor General is six months, yet Borislav Sarafov has held the post for nearly three years, and in this situation there is no way he can continue to perform the functions of Prosecutor General, said»»»

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Middle East Observer 14h

Developing Suez Canal area starts in East Port Said

by Maye Kabil “It is only one of the thousand steps” on the road of developing the country, was how president Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi referred to the New Suez Canal in his speech during the opening ceremony held to celebrate the opening of the enlargement work of the historical waterway. Many projects»»»

Gulf News 14h

Over 81,000 forensic tests conducted in Dubai in a year

Dubai: The General Department of Forensic Sciences and Criminology at Dubai Police carried out more than 81,000 scientific examinations in 2024, producing detailed reports for authorities across Dubai and the wider UAE. The figures reflect steady progress in the department’s use of advanced tools i»»»

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Naharnet 14h

Israeli envoy says won't discuss ceasefire in talks with Lebanon

Israel said Friday it will not discuss a ceasefire with Hezbollah when it holds talks with Lebanon's government next week in Washington. The Israeli and Lebanese ambassadors spoke to set up the talks that will open Tuesday at the State Department. Israel "agreed to begin formal peace negotiations" »»»

Al Awsat 15h

Gaza Civil Defense Says Israeli Strikes Kill Seven

Gaza's civil defense rescue service said on Saturday that Israeli airstrikes in the Palestinian territory had killed seven people overnight, despite the fragile ceasefire in place since October last year. Mahmoud Bassal, spokesman for the group, which operates under the authority of the Hamas movem»»»

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The Peninsula 15h

In-person learning to continue at schools, nurseries, kindergartens in Qatar: Education Ministry

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Education and Higher Education has announced the resumption of in-person learning and service delivery, effective Sunday, April 12, 2026, across nurseries, kindergartens, government and private schools, and educational service centers, in accordance with the approved ac»»»

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Gulf News 15h

India–UAE ties: Indian foreign minister Jaishankar arrives in Abu Dhabi to review strategic partnership

Abu Dhabi: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday landed at Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates. Jaishankar will be in the UAE from April 11-12 as a part of an official visit and will be meeting the leadership of the UAE to review close cooperation and deepen the Comprehensive Strateg»»»

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