Bulgarian News Agency 16m

No Chance for GERB to Form Coalition with MRF, Leader Borissov Says

Presenting GERB-UDF's governance programme Bulgaria 2030 here on Friday, GERB leader Boyko Borissov said there is no chance for his party to form a coalition with Delyan Peevski's Movement for Rights and Freedoms (MRF). "We brought down a government over this. How can they even mention our names in»»»

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Al Manar 36m

‘Israel’ Backs Down from Disarming Hezbollah: Enemy Army Says Goal “Unrealistic” - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe ‘Israel’ Backs Down from Disarming Hezbollah: Enemy Army Says Goal “Unrealistic” 03-04-2026 12:57 PM Israeli occupation forces at Lebanese »»»

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Al Awsat 36m

Ukraine Says Russia Fired Hundreds of Drones, Missiles in ‘Massive’ Daytime Attack

Kyiv and its surrounding region on Friday faced pummeling by Russian missiles and drones, officials said, the latest in an increasing number of daytime attacks on Ukraine. "The Kyiv region is once again under a massive enemy missile and drone attack," said regional governor Mykola Kalashnyk. One pe»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 41m

Media Review: April 3

ECONOMY – ENERGY The media cover the requested price increases by heating utilities. Trud: Bulgarian district heating companies have requested significant price increases for heating and hot water starting July 1, 2026, with Toplofikatsia Sofia seeking a nearly 30% hike and Toplofikatsia Veliko Tar»»»

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Sputnik 44m

Ukraine Loses 2,545 Soldiers to Russian Forces Over Past Week - MoD

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Ukraine lost over 2,545 soldiers in combat against Russia's Battlegroup Tsentr over the past week, in addition to losses in manpower and equipment on other fronts, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Friday. "In total, the enemy lost over 2,545 servicepeople, four tanks, includi»»»

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Gulf News 47m

Trump’s ‘Stone Age’ threat to Iran: A war phrase with a long past

US President Donald Trump’s threat to bomb Iran “into the Stone Age” has revived one of the most stark and controversial phrases in the language of modern warfare, drawing sharp reactions from Tehran and renewed scrutiny of what such rhetoric signals. In a televised address, Trump said the US would»»»

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RT 49m

Trump mocks European leaders over Iran stance

US President Donald Trump has lashed out at NATO and key European leaders, deepening tensions within the bloc over the war against Iran. According to the Financial Times, Washington has also threatened to curb weapons supplies to Ukraine to pressure European countries into involvement in the war in»»»

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Naharnet 58m

Lebanon's displaced face rising hostility as airstrikes fuel fear and evictions

When the Israel- Hezbollah war broke out in early March, Hussein Shuman fled the heavy bombardment of the southern suburbs of Beirut, but he didn't bother trying to rent an apartment elsewhere. In areas deemed "safe" because the Lebanese militant group has no presence, he feels that Shiite Muslims »»»

Al Manar 1h

Iran Strikes US Military Sites in Gulf with Missiles and Drones

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced that its naval forces targeted US military sites and infrastructure in the southern Gulf region on Thursday, using a large number of ballistic missiles, Qadir cruise missiles, and attack drones. In a statement, the IRGC’s Public Relations Of»»»

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Naharnet 1h

Israel says it has struck over 3,500 targets in Lebanon

The Israeli military said Friday it had struck more than 3,500 targets across Lebanon in the month since fighting with Hezbollah began. Lebanon was drawn into the Middle East war on March 2 after Iran-backed Hezbollah launched rockets at Israel to avenge the U.S.-Israeli attack that killed Iran's s»»»

Sputnik 1h

Hormuz Strait Is a Strategic Bottleneck, US Can’t Pry It Open With Military Force: Expert

It’s effectively impossible for the Pentagon to force the critical waterway open “because Iran has the longest shoreline in the Persian Gulf” and the missile and drone capability to control it, says Ankara-based security analyst Dr. Hasan Selim Ozertem. If the US puts boots on the ground, even in s»»»

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Naharnet 1h

Iran's former top diplomat urges deal with US to end war

Iran should make a deal with the United States to end the war by offering to curb its nuclear program and reopen the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for sanctions relief, a former Iranian foreign minister said. Mohammad Javad Zarif, who served as foreign minister from 2013-2021, claimed in an op-ed fo»»»

Al Awsat 1h

Iran’s Former Top Diplomat Urges Deal with US to End War

Iran should make a deal with the United States to end the war by offering to curb its nuclear program and reopen the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for sanctions relief, a former Iranian foreign minister said. Mohammad Javad Zarif, who served as foreign minister from 2013-2021, claimed in an op-ed fo»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Debris falls at Abu Dhabi gas sites after Iranian missiles intercepted

Abu Dhabi: Authorities in Abu Dhabi said they were responding to an incident involving falling debris at the Habshan gas facilities following the successful interception of missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) by the UAE’s air defence systems. In a statement carried by the Abu Dhabi Media O»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

USS Gerald R. Ford Carrier Departs Croatia

The USS Gerald R. Ford has departed Croatia after a five-day port visit, the US Navy said Thursday without specifying where the world's largest aircraft carrier is headed next. The carrier "remains poised for full mission tasking in support of national objectives in any area of operation," accordin»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

US Warning on Iraq's Militias Deepens Tensions with Baghdad

Relations between Baghdad and Washington have entered a more tense phase after the US embassy issued sharp security warnings and questioned Iraq’s ability to prevent attacks on American interests. The US embassy in Baghdad said Thursday that Iran-aligned Iraqi militias could carry out attacks in ce»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

Israel Wary of Sudden Trump Shift Despite War Pledge

Despite reassurances in Israel after US President Donald Trump said the war on Iran would continue for another two to three weeks, Israeli assessments still warn of a possible abrupt policy shift that could halt the conflict “before its objectives are complete.” Security sources say Iran’s Revoluti»»»

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BNE 2h

Iran president Pezeshkian issues public letter to US public condemning US aggression

Iran’s president Masoud Pezeshkian has issued a public letter addressed to the American people, defending Tehran’s actions in the face of what he called, “US unprovoked aggression” and warned that further attacks on Iranian infrastructure would be met in kind. »»»

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BNE 2h

Iran president Pezeshkian issues public letter to US public condemning US aggression

Iran’s president Masoud Pezeshkian has issued a public letter addressed to the American people, defending Tehran’s actions in the face of what he called, “US unprovoked aggression” and warned that further attacks on Iranian infrastructure would be met in kind. »»»

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BNE 2h

Iran president Pezeshkian issues public letter to US public condemning US aggression

Iran’s president Masoud Pezeshkian has issued a public letter addressed to the American people, defending Tehran’s actions in the face of what he called, “US unprovoked aggression” and warned that further attacks on Iranian infrastructure would be met in kind. »»»

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BNE 2h

Iran president Pezeshkian issues public letter to US public condemning US aggression

Iran’s president Masoud Pezeshkian has issued a public letter addressed to the American people, defending Tehran’s actions in the face of what he called, “US unprovoked aggression” and warned that further attacks on Iranian infrastructure would be met in kind. »»»

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BNE 2h

Iran president Pezeshkian issues public letter to US public condemning US aggression

Iran’s president Masoud Pezeshkian has issued a public letter addressed to the American people, defending Tehran’s actions in the face of what he called, “US unprovoked aggression” and warned that further attacks on Iranian infrastructure would be met in kind. »»»

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BNE 2h

Iran president Pezeshkian issues public letter to US public condemning US aggression

Iran’s president Masoud Pezeshkian has issued a public letter addressed to the American people, defending Tehran’s actions in the face of what he called, “US unprovoked aggression” and warned that further attacks on Iranian infrastructure would be met in kind. »»»

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BNE 2h

Iran president Pezeshkian issues public letter to US public condemning US aggression

Iran’s president Masoud Pezeshkian has issued a public letter addressed to the American people, defending Tehran’s actions in the face of what he called, “US unprovoked aggression” and warned that further attacks on Iranian infrastructure would be met in kind. »»»

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BNE 2h

Iran president Pezeshkian issues public letter to US public condemning US aggression

Iran’s president Masoud Pezeshkian has issued a public letter addressed to the American people, defending Tehran’s actions in the face of what he called, “US unprovoked aggression” and warned that further attacks on Iranian infrastructure would be met in kind. »»»

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BNE 2h

Iran president Pezeshkian issues public letter to US public condemning US aggression

Iran’s president Masoud Pezeshkian has issued a public letter addressed to the American people, defending Tehran’s actions in the face of what he called, “US unprovoked aggression” and warned that further attacks on Iranian infrastructure would be met in kind. »»»

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BNE 2h

Iran president Pezeshkian issues public letter to US public condemning US aggression

Iran’s president Masoud Pezeshkian has issued a public letter addressed to the American people, defending Tehran’s actions in the face of what he called, “US unprovoked aggression” and warned that further attacks on Iranian infrastructure would be met in kind. »»»

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BNE 2h

Iran president Pezeshkian issues public letter to US public condemning US aggression

Iran’s president Masoud Pezeshkian has issued a public letter addressed to the American people, defending Tehran’s actions in the face of what he called, “US unprovoked aggression” and warned that further attacks on Iranian infrastructure would be met in kind. »»»

intellinews.com
BNE 2h

Iran president Pezeshkian issues public letter to US public condemning US aggression

Iran’s president Masoud Pezeshkian has issued a public letter addressed to the American people, defending Tehran’s actions in the face of what he called, “US unprovoked aggression” and warned that further attacks on Iranian infrastructure would be met in kind. »»»

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Al Awsat 2h

Israel Says It Has Struck Over 3,500 Targets in Lebanon in Past Month

The Israeli military said Friday it had struck more than 3,500 targets across Lebanon in the month since fighting with the Hezbollah group began. Lebanon was drawn into the Middle East war on March 2 after Iran-backed Hezbollah launched rockets at Israel to avenge the US-Israeli attack that killed »»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 2h

Third of March Candidates Meet Clarinettist Ivo Papazov-Ibryama, Say Culture Is Nation’s Immune System

Top-of-the-list candidate Boyanka Yankova and Nasko Gelimachev from the Third of March coalition visited clarinettist Ivo Papazov-Ibryama at his home in Bogomilovo ahead of Easter, the coalition said on Friday. The meeting focused on neglected culture and spiritual education. “In a sincere conversa»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

New Zealand electric vehicle sales soar during petrol price pinch

Wellington, New Zealand: Electric vehicle sales in New Zealand more than tripled in March according to official government figures released this week. Sales data released by the New Zealand Transport Agency showed 3,108 electric vehicle registrations in March, up from 921 in February. The sales wer»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Saudi defences intercept, destroy 7 drones on April 3

RIYADH: The Saudi Ministry of Defence has announced the interception and destruction of seven drones over the past few hours. This was reported by the Saudi Press Agency (SPA), quoting Brigadier General Turki Al-Malki, Official Spokesperson for the Ministry. Get updated faster and for FREE: Downloa»»»

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Al Awsat 3h

US Warning on Iraqi Militias Deepens Tensions with Baghdad

Relations between Baghdad and Washington have entered a more tense phase after the US embassy issued sharp security warnings and questioned Iraq’s ability to prevent attacks on American interests. The US embassy in Baghdad said Thursday that Iran-aligned Iraqi militias could carry out attacks in ce»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

Ships crossing Strait of Hormuz rises; Iran continues missile strikes on Kuwait, UAE, Saudi Arabia

Doha, Qatar: More ships are passing through the Strait of Hormuz, says the maritime intelligence firm Windward. It said the number of transits through the critical waterway increased to 16 on Wednesday – the third consecutive daily rise. Meanwhile, Kuwait, United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia have»»»

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Novinite 3h

Rumen Radev Rules Out Coalition with Borissov and Peevski, Targets “Oligarchic Model”

Rumen Radev, speaking during meetings with citizens in the towns of Krumovgrad and Momchilgrad, declared that cooperation with Boyko Borissov and Delyan Peevski is completely out of the question. The remarks were made in the context of discussions about political alliances and future governing arra»»»

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Al Awsat 3h

Israeli Army Sets Gaza-style ‘Yellow Line’ in Lebanon amid Differences with Govt

Israeli forces have advanced into Lebanon’s Ras al-Bayada area, a hilly region about 14 kilometers from the Galilee border overlooking the Litani River, with the army saying it plans to remain there for an extended, though temporary, period. The move comes as tensions emerge between the military an»»»

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UPI 3h

On This Day, April 3: Police capture Theodore Kaczynski, the 'Unabomber' - UPI.com

On April 3, 1996, the FBI raided a Montana cabin and arrested Theodore Kaczynski, a former college professor, accusing him of being the "Unabomber" whose mail bombs had killed three people and injured 23 since the 1970s. 1 of 5 | On April 3, 1996, the FBI raided a Montana cabin and arrested Theodor»»»

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Al Awsat 4h

UN Security Council Delays Vote on Authorizing Force to Protect Hormuz

The UN Security Council has postponed a vote scheduled for Friday on authorizing the use of "defensive" force to protect shipping in the Strait of Hormuz from Iranian attacks, according to the official program. The 15-member body was set to vote Friday morning on a draft resolution brought by Bahra»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Dubai gold steadies, what buyers should know

Dubai: Gold prices in Dubai edged slightly higher on Friday morning, offering a pause after the sharp declines seen through much of March. (Check latest UAE gold prices here, alongside prices in Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and India.) Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Chequ»»»

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Al Awsat 4h

Trump’s Anger Over Iran Thrusts NATO into Fresh Crisis

The NATO alliance has in recent years survived existential challenges - ranging from the war in Ukraine to multiple bouts of pressure and insults from US President Donald Trump, who has questioned its core mission and threatened to seize Greenland. But it is the US-Israeli war with Iran, thousands »»»

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Al Awsat 4h

UN Resumes Operations in Sudanese Capital after 3 Years of War

The United Nations announced on Thursday that it was officially resuming operations in the Sudanese capital Khartoum after three years of war. UN Resident Coordinator and Humanitarian and Development Coordinator in Sudan Denise Brown said the move was significant and allows UN agencies to reach all»»»

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Al Awsat 5h

A Look at the UK’s Royal Navy, Which Has Faced Jibe After Jibe from Trump and Hegseth

US President Donald Trump and his Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth have been damning of the UK's naval capabilities. Their jibes may have stung in a country with a long and proud maritime history, but they do carry some substance. The UK has been at the forefront of Trump’s ire since the onset of the»»»

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France24 5h

Trump pledges to 'finish the job' in Iran in national address but offers no exit plan

President Donald Trump said US forces would keep hitting Iran "very hard" in the next two or three weeks and bring the country "back to the Stone Ages" in a televised address on Wednesday night, even as he argued that Washington had accomplished its goals but offered no clear timeline for ending th»»»

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France24 5h

First Chadian police arrive in Haiti to join UN-backed Gang Suppression Force

An advance contingent of police from Chad arrived in Haiti on Wednesday along with the new head of a UN-backed gang-suppression force tasked with helping Haitian security forces fight off powerful gangs that control most of the capital Port-au-Prince. Chad has pledged 800 officers, b»»»

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France24 5h

Macron says 'unrealistic' to open Hormuz Strait by force, urges Trump to 'be serious'

French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday said it would be unrealistic to launch a military operation to force open the Strait of Hormuz after US President Donald Trump challenged allies to work towards reopening it. In unusually strong criticism, Macron accused Trump of constantly con»»»

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France24 5h

The Observers - Members of Iran’s Basij militia mount online intimidation campaign to deter protests

Heavily armed and dressed in camouflage, members of Iran's Basij paramilitary force have been circulating photos of themselves patrolling the streets of Tehran with portraits of the new supreme leader since early March. The aim: to dissuade Iranians from restarting protests against the regime. Mask»»»

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France24 5h

'An eye for an eye': Israel’s death penalty law is retaliatory and electorally motivated

The Israeli parliament's adoption of a law establishing "the death penalty for terrorists" – which in practice will only apply to Palestinians – has provoked an international outcry. The reasons for it passing are not just retaliatory, but politically motivated. "This is historic! With Go»»»

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France24 5h

US and Israel 'again bombing what were clearly non-military sites' in Iran

Reporting from Tehran for FRANCE 24, Reza Sayah says that "today again US and Israeli forces bombed what were clearly non-military sites in broad daylight and later in the day US president Donald Trump seemed to boast about it"»»»

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France24 5h

Burkina Faso army, jihadists have killed more than 1,800 civilians since 2023, HRW says

More than 1,800 civilians have been killed in violence-wracked Burkina Faso since 2023, Human Rights Watch said in a report released on Thursday that accuses the army and civilian militias of killing more civilians than jihadists do. The NGO called on prosecutors at the International Criminal Court»»»

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