DHAKA: The impact of the US–Israel war on Iran has already reached Rohingya camps in Bangladesh, where refugees say spillover effects are compounding the existing crisis of displacement and shrinking humanitarian aid. Bangladesh relies on imports for 95 percent of its energy needs and has been stru»»»

RIYADH: Foreign investors were net buyers of $1.47 billion in Gulf Cooperation Council equity markets in the first quarter of 2026, marking a sharp reversal from the net selling of $313.5 million in the previous quarter. Saudi Arabia accounted for the largest share of foreign purchases, attracting »»»

The Bulgarian Ministry of Health has announced the start of implementation of a project to establish 100 outpatient doctor’s offices across 37 municipalities, aimed at improving access to primary healthcare in smaller settlements and remote regions. According to the ministry, contracts with local a»»»

French President Emmanuel Macron is to reaffirm France's full commitment to the ceasefire in Lebanon and support for the country's territorial integrity at a meeting Tuesday in Paris with Lebanon's Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, Macron's office said. Pakistan is preparing for a new round of talks betw»»»

Buoyed by the election of a new leader in Hungary, Europe's top diplomats are meeting in Luxembourg to forge plans of action on multiple crises from the ongoing war in Ukraine, Russian hybrid attacks, and economic instability as the war in Iran drives up energy prices worldwide. But it is the Europ»»»

President Iliana Iotova is very likely to convene the new Parliament on April 29 or 30. "It is very much possible that I will convene the 52nd National Assembly [next] Wednesday or Thursday," she told reporters on Tuesday. The Central Election Commission is yet to announce the official results for »»»

Dubai: The Pakistan Navy has successfully conducted a live weapon firing of the indigenously developed ‘Taimoor’ air-launched cruise missile, marking a significant enhancement in the country’s maritime strike capability, the military’s media wing said on Tuesday. In a statement, the Inter-Services »»»

Tripoli: President of the High Council of the State of Libya HE Dr. Mohamed Muftah Takala met on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, with Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the State of Libya HE Dr. Khalid bin Mohammed Zabin Al Dosari. Bilateral cooperation relations were discussed during the meeting.»»»

Hungary’s incoming prime minister, Peter Magyar, has said he would order the arrest of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if he enters the country, marking a sharp reversal of predecessor Viktor Orban’s policy. Speaking at a press conference on Monday, Magyar said he would halt Hungary’s wit»»»

BSP leader Krum Zarkov will request a vote of confidence from the party’s National Council following the results of the early parliamentary elections held on April 19. Speaking at a news conference in the party headquarters Tuesday, he added he will resign immediately if he does not receive one. BS»»»

New Delhi: Sukhwinder Kaur battles the scorching sun as she trudges door-to-door in New Delhi as part of India's colossal exercise to count more than one billion citizens. Kaur is among three million census enumerators fanning out across cities and villages in an exercise that will help shape polic»»»

FOSHAN - Serbian Deputy PM and Minister of Economy Adrijana Mesarovic said on Tuesday in Foshan, China, that Chinese investments in Serbia had exceeded 7.2 bln euros and that the processing industry held potential for advancement of cooperation. Serbia's processing industry has already demonstrated»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - A security zone on the border between Russia and Ukraine is gradually being created, Russia will act in this way until it eliminates the threat to neighboring regions, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Tuesday. "This is the security zone that we are talking about, graduall»»»

ALULA: In the past, pilgrimage routes were neither paved nor clearly marked and travelers relied on the skies as their guide, reaching their destinations by observing the movement and positions of the stars. Throughout history, stars have served as a primary navigational tool, helping humankind det»»»

BEIRUT/JERUSALEM: Lebanon’s parliament speaker warned on Tuesday that Israeli forces occupying parts of the country’s south would face resistance if they fail to withdraw, signalling a risk of renewed confrontation ahead of US-mediated talks this week. A 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon’»»»

by Maye Sadek An Egyptian casts her vote during the first round of Egyptian parliamentary elections, at a polling station in Alexandria, Egypt, Sunday, Oct. 18, 2015. (AP Photo/Hassan Ammar) Egypt started this week the last step of its transitional roadmap with the first phase of the parliamentary »»»

ABUJA: Nigerian authorities have charged six people, including a retired major general and a serving police inspector, with terrorism and treason, over an alleged plot to overthrow President Bola Tinubu, according to a charge sheet seen by The Associated Press on Tuesday. The six were all in custod»»»

BRUSSELS: European countries including Spain and Ireland pushed on Tuesday for suspending a European Union pact governing its relationship with Israel, but the bloc remained divided on whether to take action. Arriving at an EU foreign ministers meeting in Luxembourg, a number of ministers called fo»»»

There appeared to be movement toward another round of U.S.-Iran ceasefire talks Tuesday as two regional officials told The Associated Press that both countries have signaled a return to Pakistan for discussions. There was no immediate word on timing of talks. A fragile ceasefire is set to expire. T»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Labour has released its operational statistics for the first quarter of 2026, outlining key activities across work permits, inspections, labour relations, and dispute resolution. According to the statistics shared on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, various departments within t»»»

RIYADH: Saudi Deputy Foreign Minister Waleed Elkhereiji was received by Senegal’s President Bassirou Diomaye Diakhar Faye on Monday at the Dakar International Forum on Peace and Security in Africa. Elkhereiji conveyed greetings from King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, along with their»»»

Doha: Public Works Authority (Ashghal) said on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, that the construction work on Qatar Academy - Sidra in Education City project is about 94 percent nearing completion, confirming that the project is scheduled to be completed during the second half of 2026. Ashghal said in a st»»»

Instagram likes viewer tools promise quick access to engagement data, but most of them fail to deliver clear, reliable results. We tested more than 60 tools that claim to show likes, activity patterns, and engagement signals, and most of them offered limited access, confusing dashboards, or unreali»»»

The United States is set to host new talks on Thursday between Israel and Lebanon in an effort to reach an agreement as their fragile ceasefire largely holds. The discussions will take place at the State Department in Washington, once again at the ambassadorial level. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun»»»

The Iranian delegation has not yet departed for scheduled peace talks with the US in Islamabad, Iranian state TV said on Tuesday. US Vice President JD Vance is reportedly en route for Pakistan but Iran has not yet confirmed that it will attend the negotiations. France24 International Affairs editor»»»

Pope Leo XIV arrived in Equatorial Guinea on Tuesday in the final stop on his four-nation visit to Africa during which he has repeatedly called for an end to corruption. The Pope is expected to share frank views when he meets with Equatorial Guinea's longstanding leader Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasog»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani issued today Amiri Decision No. 20 of 2026 forming the Board of Directors of the Qatar Foundation for Innovation and Scientific Research. The decision stipulates that the Board of Directors of the Qatar Foundation for Innovation and»»»

The second phone call between President Joseph Aoun and U.S. President Donald Trump will take place within the next 48 hours, an official Lebanese source said. "It will be a continuation of the first call, with a clear focus on the crucial American role in preventing a prolonged negotiation between»»»

Brussels: The State of Qatar participated in the ministerial meeting of the Ad Hoc Liaison Committee for Coordination of International Aid to the Palestinian People (AHLC), held in Brussels, Belgium. The State of Qatar was represented by HE Minister of State for International Cooperation Dr. Maryam»»»

Paris, France: A NASA rover has discovered more building blocks of life on Mars after carrying out a chemistry experiment never before conducted on another planet, scientists said Tuesday. The organic molecules are not definitive evidence of past life, the NASA-led team emphasised, because they cou»»»

European lawmakers are considering new rules that would require airlines to provide free cabin baggage on flights across the continent, though businesses warn the move could backfire, ultimately leading to higher costs for consumers. James Vasina takes a closer look.»»»

François Picard is pleased to welcome Tim Bale, Professor of Politics at Queen Mary University of London. According to Professor Bale, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer appears to have unwittingly misled parliament, as a consequence of not being not being "apprised" of Peter Mandelson's failed ve»»»

Taipei: Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te has postponed an official trip to Eswatini, the democratic island's only diplomatic ally in Africa, after several countries revoked overflight permits following "intense pressure" from China, a senior aide said Tuesday. China claims Taiwan is part of its ter»»»

BusinessChinaChina's chip ambitions shake up global tech industryNik MartinUS curbs on advanced chips pushed China to focus on its own semiconductor ecosystem. And while it trails at the very cutting edge, China's "good‑enough" technology is fast powering much of the global economy. https://p.dw.co»»»

Muscat / London: Asyad Group, a global integrated logistics provider, and Ligentia Group, a premier UK-based tech-enabled supply chain services provider, today announced a strategic transaction that will see Ligentia join Asyad Group. This landmark acquisition marks a significant milestone for both»»»

The British government said Monday that it will pass legislation to bar smartphones from schools in England amid broader political and societal debate over whether to ban social media for children younger than 16. File photo by Sascha Steinbach/EPA April 21 (UPI) -- The British government announced»»»

Dubai: A Bangladeshi expatriate based in Abu Dhabi has struck it lucky, winning Dh25,000 in Big Ticket’s second weekly e-draw for April. Mohammed Munjur, 36, who works as a building maintenance coordinator, has been living in Abu Dhabi for the past 14 years while supporting his family back home. Li»»»

Washington: Meta-owned instant messaging application WhatsApp announced the launch of a new paid subscription package called WhatsApp Plus, in the latest beta version of the WhatsApp application on the Android system in version number 2.26.15.11. According to WABetaInfo, a website specializing in W»»»

Apple CEO Tim Cook will step down on Sept. 1 after nearly 15 years leading the iPhone maker, handing the role to hardware chief John Ternus. Cook, 65, will become executive chairman. Under his tenure, Apple’s market value rose by more than $3.6 trillion, marking a period of sustained growth. Apple »»»

The Bishkek City Hall has proposed increasing tariffs for water supply and wastewater services, submitting the draft to the Bishkek City Council for consideration. Higher coefficients are planned for commercial consumers. For most organizations, the coefficient will be 2.1, while for water-intensiv»»»

BusinessUnited States of AmericaApple switches CEO: What it means for the iPhone makerNik MartinApple's top hardware engineer John Ternus will lead the $4 trillion iPhone maker, as Tim Cook steps back. Will Apple chase rivals for the smartest intelligence, or deliver the best personal AI experience»»»

Satirical outlet The Onion is seeking to take temporary control of Alex Jones’ Infowars and transform it into what its executives describe as a parody version of the conspiracy platform, under a new court-backed proposal tied to the broadcaster’s Sandy Hook defamation liabilities. The plan, submitt»»»

Estonia has dismissed Ukrainian leader Vladimir Zelensky’s claims that Russia could be preparing to attack NATO’s Baltic members, saying its intelligence does not indicate any plans, according to public broadcaster ERR. Moscow has long described claims of a “Russian threat” as “nonsense” used by th»»»

Anti-money laundering authorities have frozen assets worth hundreds of millions of euros linked to a cigarette smuggling ring that caused an estimated €1 billion in state losses over eight years. The Hellenic Anti-Money Laundering Authority seized 42 properties – including a hotel near Nafplio – 26»»»

Geneva: Around 7,900 people died or disappeared on migration routes in 2025, taking the total dead and missing since 2014 beyond 80,000, the United Nations' migration agency said Tuesday, April 21, 2026. The UN's International Organization for Migration said people were being forced into dangerous,»»»

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s aid agency KSrelief has launched a project to rehabilitate a water desalination plant in Sudan to strengthen water supplies for residents. Abdullah Al-Moallem, director of KSrelief’s health and environmental aid department, said the rehabilitated plant has a production capaci»»»

Ravshanbek Sabirov, Head of the National Investment Agency under the President of Kyrgyzstan, met with representatives of Chinese companies Guipai Holding Group, Hunan Jingwei Real Estate Development Co., Ltd., and Tengri Invest LLC. During the meeting, the parties discussed prospects for cooperati»»»

Few figures in contemporary American politics have risen as swiftly or as improbably as US Vice President J.D. Vance, propelled from relative obscurity to the very apex of power. Yet this meteoric ascent carries its own perils: What appears as extraordinary fortune conceals, under the surface, the »»»

BRUSSELS: The State of Qatar participated in the ministerial meeting of the Consultative Liaison Committee dedicated to coordinating international assistance for Palestinians, which was held in the Belgian capital, Brussels. The State of Qatar was represented at the meeting by Minister of State for»»»

TAIPEI: Taiwan President Lai Ching-te has postponed an official trip to Eswatini, the democratic island’s only diplomatic ally in Africa, after several countries revoked overflight permits, a senior aide said Tuesday. “According to sources, Seychelles, Mauritius and Madagascar unexpectedly and with»»»