Indonesia receives bodies of peacekeepers killed in Lebanon
Jakarta: Indonesia received the bodies of three peacekeepers Saturday that were killed on deployment in Lebanon as it branded an explosion that injured three other of its blue helmets as "unacceptable". The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) said three peacekeepers were wounded in a b»»»
Rama Responds to Reports on Clash with Spiropali, Criticizes Media Focus
Prime Minister Edi Rama has again addressed reports ???? a clash with former Foreign Minister Elisa Spiropali during a Socialist Party parliamentary group meeting, criticizing media coverage of the incident. Speaking at a Socialist Assembly meeting in Baldushk, Rama said that a seven-hour discussio»»»
Hezbollah’s Islamic Resistance fighters targeted a gathering of Israeli vehicles and soldiers in the town of Al-Qantara with rocket barrages: Military Media statement no. 18 - 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 a gathering of Israeli vehicles and soldiers in the town of Al-Qantara with rocket barrage»»»
Received an emergency alert while shopping? The first minutes are critical — here’s what to do.
As part of Phase Two of the #OurCommunityIsPrepared campaign, the Abu Dhabi Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management Centre (ADCMC), in collaboration with strategic partners, is guiding residents on how to respond to emergency alerts in public spaces and shopping malls. Stay calm, act quicklyWheth»»»
Iran Science Minister says US-Israeli strikes hit 30 universities across Islamic Republic since war began - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Iran Science Minister says US-Israeli strikes hit 30 universities across Islamic Republic since war began 04-04-2026 15:51 PM Latest News U»»»
Italian Prime Minister departs Doha
Doha, Qatar: Her Excellency Giorgia Meloni, Prime Minister of the Italian Republic, departed Doha today, April 4, 2026, following an official visit to the country. She and her accompanying delegation were seen off at Doha International Airport by HE Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al-Khulaifi,»»»
MoI outlines steps to obtain a driving license in Qatar
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Interior, MoI outlined the procedures, requirements and guidelines to obtain a driving license in the country. In a social media post, the ministry stated that applicants must provide valid identity proof, submit a personal photograph, undergo a medical examination for »»»
Food Safety Violations Found in Haskovo Province Warehouses
A large quantity of food products with violations was found during inspections by the Bulgarian Food Safety Agency (BFSA) in Haskovo Province, South-Eastern Bulgaria, the agency’s press office reported on Saturday. According to the statement, an unregistered warehouse in Svilengrad contained non-an»»»
Rain, storms kill 121 in Afghanistan and Pakistan in two weeks
Kabul: Heavy rain and storms have killed at least 121 people over two weeks across Afghanistan and Pakistan, disaster officials in both countries said Saturday. Stormy weather has brought rain sweeping across Afghanistan since late March, causing floods, landslides, and hitting homes and crops. "Si»»»
Deadly rains, storms kill 121 in Afghanistan and Pakistan in 2 weeks
Kabul: Heavy rain and storms have killed at least 121 people over two weeks across Afghanistan and Pakistan, disaster officials in both countries said Saturday. Stormy weather has brought rain sweeping across Afghanistan since late March, causing floods, landslides, and hitting homes and crops. "Si»»»
NATO Actively Building Up Military Forces on Eastern Flank - Russian Foreign Ministry
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The NATO bloc is actively building up its military potential on its eastern flank and has already undermined the security architecture in Europe, the Russian Foreign Ministry said on Saturday. "There is an active military buildup on the so-called eastern flank of NATO. The result»»»
MoI outlines steps for obtain a driving license in Qatar
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Interior, MoI outlined the procedures, requirements and guidelines to obtain a driving license in the country, In a social media post, the ministry stated that applicants must provide valid identity proof, submit a personal photograph, undergo a medical examination for »»»
US Aircraft Losses Challenge Trump’s Claims of Crippled Iranian Defenses
US media reports indicate that Iranian air defenses have downed multiple US military aircraft during ongoing operations, contradicting claims by US President Donald Trump just a day earlier that Iran’s air defenses and radar systems had been “completely destroyed.” According to the reports, an F-15»»»
Trippier to leave Newcastle at end of season
London: Former England defender Kieran Trippier announced Saturday that he will leave Premier League side Newcastle at the end of the season when his contract expires. The 35-year-old full-back has made over 150 appearances in all competitions since joining Newcastle from Atletico Madrid in January»»»
Libya’s proposed Science and Technology City can reduce oil dependence, create jobs for youth and support local innovation
The Media Office of Libya’s Science and Technology City announced last Tuesday (31 March) that the project was established by Cabinet Resolution No. 486 of 2021 as a financially and administratively independent scientific institution. The city is to be established in the municipality of Swani Bin A»»»
Progressive Bulgaria Leader in Stara Zagora: Overcoming Citizens’ Fear of Speaking Out Is Biggest Challenge
The biggest challenge for Progressive Bulgaria is overcoming fear, because in regions with diverse ethnic or political communities people are intimidated and hesitate to express their political affiliation or preference for fear of losing their jobs, Progressive Bulgaria leader Rumen Radev said dur»»»
Afghanistan quake kills 12, including 8 members of same family
Kabul, Afghanistan: An earthquake that struck Afghanistan overnight killed 12 people, including eight members of the same family, a government official and the Afghan Red Crescent Society said on Saturday. The 5.8-magnitude quake struck at 8:42 pm (1612 GMT) on Friday at a depth of 186 kilometres (»»»
Libya must adopt proactive economic policies to counter the repercussions of regional tensions: Al-Futaisi to Libya Herald
Libya must adopt proactive economic policies to counter the repercussions of regional tensions, Dr Mahmoud Al-Futaisi, head of the National Economic and Social Development Board (NESDB), said in an exclusive statement to . The statement came on the back of a dialogue session organized by the NESDB,»»»
Stuck in a cooking rut? Try some creative rule-breaking in the kitchen.
If you’re feeling burned out by your daily cooking routine, you might reflexively try to pare things down, using fewer ingredients and bare-minimum recipes, but cookbook author Jerrelle Guy does the opposite - she adds something. She was able to reclaim her joy and creativity in the kitchen by spri»»»
New term, new reality: How schools are rewriting the rules of learning
For Indian schools, March and April usually signal a season of fresh beginnings. A new academic year brings with it renewed energy, new classrooms, new goals, and the familiar excitement of welcoming students back to school. This year, however, the start of the academic session has unfolded very di»»»
Sisi hopes Trump will save Egypt from Iran war fallout
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi had good reason to issue his latest appeal to US President Donald Trump to end the US-Israeli war against Iran. Nevertheless, his doing so raised eyebrows. El-Sisi banked on Trump last year as Israel finally brought its ferocious war on Gaza to an end after t»»»
UAE air defense forces intercepted 23 ballistic missiles and 56 drones on April 4
The UAE Air Defense Forces (April 4, 2026) intercepted 23 ballistic missiles and 56 drones originating from Iran. Since the start of Iran's brazen attacks, the UAE Air Defense Forces have intercepted 498 ballistic missiles, 23 cruise missiles, and 2,141 drones. The Ministry of Defense affirms that »»»
Former Obama chief accuses Democrats of ‘losing the plot’ over trans issues
Barack Obama’s former chief of staff, Rahm Emanuel, has torn into his own party for embracing race and gender activism over “middle class values.” Can the Democrats row back the worst excesses of the woke era? And could Emanuel lead the party in 2028? ”We lost the plot,” Emanuel said on ‘The Fifth »»»
India-flagged LPG tanker crosses Strait of Hormuz
Mumbai, India: An Indian-flagged tanker carrying LPG has safely passed through the Strait of Hormuz, India's government said on Saturday. Following US-Israel military strikes, Iran has effectively halted maritime traffic in the key waterway which is a critical route for global crude oil and gas. Bu»»»
Dembele leads PSG to victory ahead of Liverpool tie
Paris, France: Ousmane Dembele scored twice, including a stunning opening goal on the volley, as Paris Saint-Germain warmed up for their Champions League quarter-final showdown with Liverpool by beating Toulouse 3-1 on Friday to cement their place at the top of Ligue 1. Last year's Ballon d'Or winn»»»
Missing church this Easter? Bishop shares message of hope and peace
Dubai: Churches in Dubai have shifted holy week and Easter services online, with in-person gatherings temporarily suspended. In a message to the Catholic community, Bishop Paolo Martinelli, apostolic vicar of Southern Arabia, has expressed solidarity during one of the most significant days in the C»»»
US Army’s ‘Christian Extremists’ vs. Orthodoxy: Rift That Shapes Iran War
The Iran war is largely backed by so-called “Christian Zionists” — from US Speaker Mike Johnson to American Senator Lindsey Graham, who call this Middle East conflict a “religious war.” The Orthodox Church opposes American Protestants, including some US senators and politicians, who argue that the »»»
Sofia Reports Record Low Population of Stray Dogs
Local authorities in Sofia report a record low number of stray dogs in the city and are expanding measures for their control and care, the Town Hall said the occasion of World Stray Animals Day, April 4. According to the latest counts and expert estimates, the total population of stray dogs in the »»»
Dubai Police warn of fake insurance companies targeting residents on social media
Dubai: Dubai Police have warned residents about a growing wave of fraudulent insurance companies, urging the public to verify licences and official documentation before making any payments. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.The alert comes as part o»»»
LIDCO discusses with Turkey mechanisms to reactivate stalled projects and new projects
The General Manager of the state Libyan Investment and Development Company (LIDCO), Tariq Al-Shaafi, received, last Wednesday (1 April), the Commercial Attaché of the Republic of Turkey, Saat Uzbek, in coordination with the Head of the Executive Team for the President’s Initiatives and Strategic Pr»»»
European drivers choke on rising diesel prices
Paris, France: The price of diesel fuel has rocketed by more than 30 percent across Europe since the start of the Middle East war highlighting the continent's dependence on imported energy and the lingering prominence of diesel on the car market. The Easter holiday weekend across Europe is expected»»»
Taiwan Says It Has Assurances over LNG Supplies from 'Major' Country
Taiwan has received supply assurances from the energy minister of a "major" liquefied natural gas-producing country, the island's economy minister said on Saturday, speaking about the Iran war's impact on Middle East energy imports. Taiwan, a major semiconductor producer, had relied on Qatar for a»»»
Israeli Strikes Damage Hospital in Lebanon
A hospital in the coastal Lebanese city of Tyre was damaged by Israeli airstrikes on nearby buildings that wounded 11 people, the health ministry said on Saturday. The director of the Lebanese Italian Hospital told the state-run National News Agency (NNA) that it would "remain open to provide the n»»»
US strikes on Iran may be war crimes, over 100 legal experts warn
More than 100 US-based international law experts have warned that American strikes on Iran may amount to war crimes, citing violations of the UN Charter, attacks on civilian infrastructure, and alarming rhetoric from senior officials. In an open letter published on Thursday by the Just Security pol»»»
Trump seeks massive $1.5 trillion defence budget amid Iran war
Engaged in a costly war against Iran, the White House unveiled its proposed budget for 2027 on Friday, asking Congress to increase the United States’ already massive defence spending by more than 40 percent over the course of a year. This would be a record in the country's recent history if Co»»»
Dubai delivers urgent medical aid to Gaza
Dubai: Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Dubai Humanitarian (DXBH) has facilitated the delivery of urgent medical supplies to Gaza. Through its Global Humanitarian Impact Fund (GHIF), DXBH coo»»»
Mitiga airport completes preparations to receive Air Cairo flights
Tripoli’s Mitiga International Airport Administration announced last Thursday (2 April) that it had welcomed a high-level delegation from Air Cairo on the same day, accompanied by the General Manager and the Director of Malouk Al Rahab Company, as part of the final arrangements for resuming flights»»»
Abu Dhabi strengthens emergency readiness with new app
Abu Dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority, in partnership with the Emergency, Crises and Disasters Management Centre – Abu Dhabi, has launched the Community Responder application on official app stores. The move marks the second phase of the Our Community is Ready campaign, aimed at strength»»»
Russia Targets Ukrainian Arms Industry and Energy Sites in Retaliation
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Ukraine lost over 380 soldiers in combat against Russia's Battlegroup Tsentr (Center) battlegroup over the past day, in addition to losses in manpower and equipment on other fronts, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Saturday. "The losses of the Ukrainian armed forces amounted »»»
Information Service to Demonstrate Voting Data Processing System on April 7
Information Service AD will hold a public demonstration on April 7 of the system for computerized processing of voting data for the April 19 parliamentary elections, the Central Election Commission (CEC) said on Saturday. Later on Tuesday, the CEC will also provide an opportunity for a public inspe»»»
Middle East war live: Massive explosions heard at Iranian petrochemical zone
Several blasts were heard at a petrochemical zone in Iran’s southwestern Khuzestan province on Saturday, with state media reporting casualties and extensive damage from US-Israeli strikes. Meanwhile, Iranian and US forces raced to recover the missing crew member from an American warplane shot »»»
War in the Middle East: Iran hunts crew member of crashed US jet
One US service member has been rescued and at least one is missing after two US military planes went down in separate incidents including the first shoot-down since the war began nearly five weeks ago.»»»
French prosecutors open hate speech probe into polarising news channel CNews
The Paris prosecutor's office announced Friday it had launched an investigation into alleged racist comments following remarks made in late March on French news channel CNews targeting the newly elected mayor of Saint-Denis Bally Bagayoko. The Paris prosecutor's office said on Friday it had opened »»»
Is opposing Israel 'anti-Semitism'? France’s latest attempt to fight hate risks inflaming it
The French government is backing a draft law based on the idea that "hatred" of Israel is inseparable from hatred of the Jewish people. Critics of the “Yadan law” warn the new legislation will not just muzzle legitimate criticism of Israel but could further fuel anti-Semitism in France. Frenc»»»
UAE confirms stable food supplies and no shortages as over 12,000 inspections enforce consumer protection
Abu Dhabi: The Ministry of Economy and Tourism has confirmed that there are no indicators of shortages in goods or disruptions to supply chains, emphasising that the daily import of food commodities is proceeding as normal. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply cl»»»
Al-Rahi says Iran violating sovereignty through Hezbollah, slams Israeli attacks
Maronite Patriarch Beshara al-Rahi on Saturday said Iran is violating Lebanon's sovereignty "through Hezbollah," in comments related to the war that has been raging since March 2. "Our hearts ache for the victims of the war imposed on Lebanon by Hezbollah and Israel, for the displaced, for the dest»»»
Explosion Hits Pro-Israel Center in the Netherlands
A blast hit a pro-Israeli center in the Netherlands, police said Saturday, adding it caused minimal damage and no injuries. A police spokeswoman told AFP no one was inside the site run by Christians for Israel, a non-profit, in the central city of Nijkerk when the explosion went off outside its gat»»»
Iran, US Race to Find Crew Member of Crashed American Fighter Jet
Iranian and American forces raced each other Saturday to recover a crew member from the first US fighter jet to go down inside Iran since the start of the war. Tehran said it had shot down the F-15 warplane and US media reported United States special forces had rescued one of its two crew members, »»»
FIATA seminar examines global shipping risks
DOHA: At the initiative of the Qatar Chamber, the International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations (FIATA) has organised a webinar titled 'Middle East Security Situation: Managing Legal, Insurance, and Operational Risks in Times of Disruption'. The webinar reviewed the impact of current »»»