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FBI Director Kash Patel sues the Atlantic claiming false reporting about drinking, absences

FBI Director Kash Patel filed a defamation lawsuit against the Atlantic and its reporter Sarah Fitzpatrick following the publication of an article on Friday alleging the director had a drinking problem that could pose a threat ​to national security. The magazine’s story, initially titled “Kash Pate»»»

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Arab News 7m

Victor Wembanyama unanimously named NBA Defensive Player of the Year

The NBA Defensive Player of the ‌Year award has been around since 1983, and in that time, no player has ever received 100 percent of ​the first-place votes for the award. Victor Wembanyama is now the first. The San Antonio Spurs superstar center received 100 first-place votes out of a possible 100 »»»

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Arab News 7m

EU proposes full resumption of Syria cooperation accord

BRUSSELS, Belgium: Brussels on Monday proposed EU states fully restart the bloc’s cooperation agreement with Syria, in the latest step to help bolster the country after the ouster of Bashar Assad. The deal — which abolishes customs duties on imports of most industrial products from Syria — was part»»»

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Arab News 7m

Iranian extradited to US to face 2014 smuggling indictment over export of military sonar gear

SEATTLE: An Iranian citizen who was indicted more than a decade ago on charges that he shipped military sonar equipment from the US to Iran in violation of American trade sanctions has been extradited to Seattle, the Justice Department said Monday. Reza Dindar, 44, was indicted in 2014 on charges t»»»

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Arab News 7m

Afghan charged in deadly bombing at Kabul airport gave false confession, his attorney tells jurors

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia: US authorities “got the wrong man” when they charged an alleged Daesh militant in a deadly suicide bombing at a Kabul airport during the American military’s chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021, a defense attorney said Monday at the start of the man’s trial in Virginia.»»»

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Gulf News 9m

Abdullah bin Zayed, Canada FM discuss bilateral relations, regional developments by phone

ABU DHABI: Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, discussed during a phone call with Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Canada, current regional developments following the Iranian missile attacks targeting the United Arab Emirates and a »»»

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Gulf News 11m

Arada completes handover of 138 homes at Il Teatro Residences

SHARJAH: Arada has commenced the handover of 138 new apartments at its Dh35 billion Aljada megacommunity in Sharjah, following the completion of construction of the two Il Teatro Residences buildings. The milestone marks the end of residential development within Naseej District, Aljada’s creative h»»»

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RT 47m

Canadian PM Carney explains country’s key weakness

Canada’s historical overdependence on the US has put it in a vulnerable position and Ottawa should now adopt a more diversified approach to trade, Prime Minister Mark Carney has stated. The US is Canada’s largest trading partner, accounting for 72% of its exports in 2025, according to Scotiabank. H»»»

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Gulf News 47m

Ceasefire opens window for selective bets, volatility risks remain

Dubai: A fragile ceasefire in the US-Israel-Iran conflict is giving investors a brief window to reassess positions, with analysts pointing to a more selective and cautious approach. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Market behaviour in recent days reflects a reset in sen»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Security of Strait of Hormuz 'not free': Iran VP Mohammad Reza Aref amid rising US-Iran tensions

Tehran: Iran's First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref on Sunday (local time) warned that stability in the Strait of Hormuz comes at a cost, stating that the country cannot be expected to ensure maritime security while facing restrictions on its own oil exports, amid escalating tensions with the Un»»»

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UPI 1h

Tim Cook steps down as CEO of Apple - UPI.com

Apple CEO Tim Cook (R) on Monday announced that he is stepping down from his position in September and that he will be replaced by John Ternus (L) with whom he is seen walking on the Apple campus in Cupertino, Calif. Photo courtesy Apple April 20 (UPI) -- Apple announced Monday that Tim Cook has de»»»

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Gulf News 1h

US-Iran talks: Tehran to send delegation to Islamabad on Tuesday, as Trump vows no let-up in blockade

Iran has informed mediators that it will send a delegation to Islamabad on Tuesday (April 21, 2026) to take part in negotiations, according to the Wall Street Journal, citing "sources". Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.Until late on Monday (April 2»»»

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Gulf News 2h

US to host new Israel-Lebanon talks on Thursday: US official

The United States will host new talks Thursday between Israel and Lebanon aimed at encouraging an agreement, a US official told AFP, after the start of a shaky US-brokered ceasefire. The talks will take place at the State Department in Washington, again at the level of ambassadors. "We will continu»»»

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UPI 2h

Illinois leads nation in tornado, hail and wind reports so far in 2026 - UPI.com

Walls sit on crushed vehicles at the Amazon Hub in Edwardsville, Ill., on December 11, 2021. Data indicates Illinois has had more tornadoes so far in 2026 than any other state. File Photo by Bill Greenblatt/UPI | License Photo The state of Illinois is the new severe weather champion of the nation, »»»

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TAP 2h

Foreign Minister meets in Senegal with President Bassirou Diomaye Faye

Tunis, April 20 (TAP) - Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration and Tunisians Abroad, Mohamed Ali Nafti, conveyed the greetings of President Kais Saied, to Senegal's President, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, reaffirming Tunisia’s commitment to further...»»»

Qatar Tribune 2h

Qatari film ‘Theatre of Dreams’ selected for Tribeca Film Festival

Tribune News Network Doha The Qatari film ‘Theatre of Dreams’, by Qatari filmmaker Fatma Al-Ghanim, has been selected for the official programme of the 25th edition of the Tribeca Film Festival 2026, taking place from June 3 to 14 in New York City. The selection marks a significant milestone for Qa»»»

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Qatar Tribune 2h

ICC brings Indian culture alive with colourful‘Wednesday Fiesta’ evening

Tribune News Network Doha The Indian Cultural Centre (ICC) hosted a vibrant cultural evening titled “Wednesday Fiesta — Celebration of Indian Arts and Culture” on April 15 at the ICC Ashoka Hall, bringing together members of the Indian community in Qatar for an engaging showcase of music, dance and»»»

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Arab News 2h

Iran does not accept negotiations with the US under threats, top negotiator says

TEHRAN: Iran's top ​negotiator and parliament speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf said ‌on ‌Monday ​that Tehran ‌does ⁠not ​accept negotiations ⁠with the U.S. under ⁠threats. He said ‌in ‌a ​post ‌on ‌X that U.S. President Donald ‌Trump was seeking to turn ⁠the ⁠negotiating table into a "table of surren»»»

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Arab News 2h

John Korir wins second straight Boston Marathon title in course record time

BOSTON: Defending champion John Korir broke the Boston Marathon course record on Monday, riding a tailwind to outrun the fastest field in event history and win in an unofficial 2 hours, 1 minute, 52 seconds for his second straight victory. The Kenyan broke away from the pack as it headed into Heart»»»

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Gulf News 2h

US-Iran talks in limbo as Trump vows no let-up in blockade

Iran said Monday it had not decided whether to attend a new round of peace negotiations with the United States, while President Donald Trump vowed no let-up in a blockade and threatened to start bombing again when ceasefire ends on Wednesday night. The White House said Vice President JD Vance was r»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

Aman Centre launches its 2026-2030 strategy

QNA Doha The Protection and Social Rehabilitation Centre (Aman), one of the centres affiliated with Qatar Foundation for Social Work, has launched its 2026-2030 strategy. The new strategy marks a significant milestone in the centre’s journey and reflects its vision to enhance social security, prote»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

How GU-Q scholars became keyvoices explaining war on Iran

Tribune News Network DOHA Afternoon classes were underway on Sept. 9, 2025, when the building at Georgetown University in Qatar (GU-Q) began to shake. Students in a Gulf politics class watched as their professor, Dr. Mehran Kamrava, paused before saying, “That is a bomb, class is over.” Within minu»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

HMC wins golden award among Qatar’s healthcare sector at 12th National Cyber Drill Ceremony

Tribune News Network Doha Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) has been awarded the Golden Award by Qatar’s National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA) at the 12th National Cyber Drill Ceremony (2025), recognising HMC’s outstanding performance across the entire healthcare sector. The National Cyber Drill, con»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

QU launches website for Class of 2026 graduation ceremony

Tribune News Network Doha Qatar University (QU) has launched a website pertaining to the Graduation Ceremony Class of 2026, which falls under a special tab on the university’s official website. The ceremony website includes information on a number of topics related to the main ceremonies of the gra»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

QRCS offers support todialysis centres in Syria

Tribune News Network Doha As part of a project to provide dialysis supplies for patients with kidney failure in Syria, the field personnel of Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) have been distributing medical supplies to dialysis centres across the country, to ensure sustained access to such life-sav»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

QU honors outstanding students at annual event

Tribune News Network Doha Qatar University (QU) hosted its Annual Student Life Awards Ceremony, attended by academic and administrative leaders and marked by strong student participation. The ceremony reflects the University’s ongoing commitment to recognizing student excellence and reinforcing the»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

‘Global Coalition for Implementation of Two-State Solution of vital importance’

QNA Brussels Qatar acknowledges the critical importance of continuing to hold regular meetings the Global Coalition for the Implementation of the Two-State Solution, which contributes to strengthening international coordination and moving from political affirmations to practical steps leading to th»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

Transport minister, Saudi counterpart discuss ties

Tribune News Network Doha Minister of Transport HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulla bin Mohammed Al Thani met with Minister of Transport and Logistic Services of Saudi Arabia Eng. Saleh bin Nasser Al Jasser, via videoconference, on Monday. The two ministers discussed venues of bilateral cooperation in t»»»

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Ya Libnan 3h

France investigating transfers of $15 Bil in stolen money by 2 Lebanese banks – Ya Libnan

Share: File – Lebanese bank customers hold pictures of the owners of Lebanese banks and caretaker PM Najib Mikati and Central bank chief calling them “the enemies of society”, during a protest in downtown Beirut, Lebanon, 11 June 2022. (EPA) France is investigating allegations that two Lebanese ban»»»

Arab News 3h

Al-Ahli stage dramatic comeback to reach second consecutive ACL Elite final

RIYADH: It was a night to remember for Al-Ahli fans. The Greens have progressed to their second consecutive AFC Champions League Elite final after beating Japan’s Vissel Kobe 2-1. It was no ordinary victory, however. Rather, it epitomized the spirit Al-Ahli have shown since Matthias Jaissle’s appoi»»»

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Arab News 3h

Drone attack kills 3 Colombian soldiers as rebel groups develop new lethal capabilities

BOGOTA: Colombian rebels on Monday launched drone strikes that killed three soldiers and injured two others, authorities said, as the use of these weapons becomes increasingly common in the South American country. Colombia’s army said that the attack took place in Ipiales, a municipality in the sou»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

Paris Saint-Germain named ‘World Team of the Year’ at the Laureus World Sports Awards

On Monday 20 April 2026 in Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain was crowned ‘World Team of the Year’ at the 2026 Laureus World Sports Awards ceremony. The award recognises the capital club’s historic 2024–2025 season, praised for its team spirit and high-quality performances. This trophy, which is awarded a»»»

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DW 3h

Tim Cook to step down as Apple CEO, John Ternus to take over

BusinessUnited States of AmericaTim Cook to step down as Apple CEO, John Ternus to take overLouis Oelofse with Reuters, APJohn Ternus, who has long focused ​on design and ‌products at Apple, will lead the iPhone maker as it gears up for an industry change spurred by artificial intelligence. https:/»»»

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RT 3h

US envoy defends Trump’s threat to destroy Iran’s power plants and bridges

US President Donald Trump’s threat to destroy Iranian power plants and bridges is “perfectly acceptable,” Washington’s envoy to the UN Mike Waltz has said, dismissing accusations of potential war crimes. Speaking on ABC’s “This Week” on Sunday, Waltz insisted that “all options are on the table” reg»»»

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RT 3h

US-Iran talks crisis deepens as Israel ‘triggered blood feud’ – ex-adviser

Israel has destroyed any chance of success in US-Iran talks by pushing Washington to kill Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, according to former senior foreign policy adviser to Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Marine Corps veteran James Webb. In an exclusive interview with Afshin Rattansi’s ‘Going Un»»»

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UPI 3h

Hiker dies after fall from Angels Landing trail at Zion National Park - UPI.com

A hiker holds onto the chains of the Angels Landing Trail in Zion National Park. File Photo courtesy NPS A hiker died Friday after falling from the steep and narrow Angels Landing trail in Zion National Park, according to the National Park Service and local media reports. Park rangers responded to »»»

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Sana 3h

Oil rises more than 5% amid fears of US-Iran truce collapse

New York, April 20 (SANA) Oil prices rose more than 5 percent on Monday amid growing concerns that the ceasefire between the United States and Iran could unravel following the detention of an Iranian cargo vessel by US authorities and the continued suspension of navigation through the strategic Str»»»

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RT 3h

Israeli military publishes map of territory it controls in southern Lebanon

The Israeli military has published a map outlining what it described as a “forward defense line” in southern Lebanon, despite calls for a full withdrawal following the announcement of a ceasefire. The map, published days after a ceasefire with Hezbollah took effect, shows a new deployment line seve»»»

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Arab News 3h

Drone attack kills 3 Colombian soldiers as rebel groups develop new lethal capabilities

BOGOTA: Colombian rebels on Monday launched drone strikes that killed three soldiers and injured two others, authorities said, as the use of these weapons becomes increasingly common in the South American country. Colombia’s army said that the attack took place in Ipiales, a municipality in the sou»»»

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Arab News 4h

Philippines, US and allies start military exercises testing ‘real world’ readiness

MANILA: Philippine and US forces will carry out maritime strike drills on a remote Philippine island near Taiwan during annual exercises that started on Monday, which Manila’s military chief said would test their readiness under “real‑world conditions.” The April 20 to May 8 exercises known as “Bal»»»

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Arab News 4h

An Iraqi captain sails through ‘ball of fire’ amid US-Iran tension

BAGHDAD: Aboard an oil tanker plying the tense waters between the Gulf of Oman and the Strait of Hormuz, Iraqi Captain Rahman Al-Jubouri continues to work in one of the world’s most volatile maritime corridors, where the US-Israel war with Iran has disrupted global trade and left some crews strande»»»

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Daily News Egypt 4h

Oil and gas prices surge as Iran re-closes Strait of Hormuz

Oil and European natural gas prices surged after Tehran re-closed the Strait of Hormuz and fired on vessels following the US Navy’s seizure of an Iranian ship, halting all shipping traffic through the vital energy corridor. The turbulent weekend escalation saw Tehran re-impose restrictions on the w»»»

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Daily News Egypt 4h

US-Iran talks hang in balance as mistrust complicates Pakistan diplomacy

Diplomatic efforts to stabilise the ceasefire between the United States and Iran entered a delicate phase on Monday, as both sides sent mixed signals over the prospects of a new round of talks in Pakistan. Iranian officials stressed that deep-rooted mistrust of Washington remains a key obstacle to »»»

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Arab News 4h

Suspension of EU-Israel trade deal is ‘minimum required’ under international law, UN experts say

NEW YORK CITY: A group of UN experts said on Monday that the suspension of an EU-Israel trade deal would be the “minimum required” step required from the EU to comply with its obligations under international law, amid the continuing escalation of human rights violations by Israel. The call came ahe»»»

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UPI 4h

Musician D4vd charged with first-degree murder in killing of 14-year-old - UPI.com

Singer D4vd was charged with first-degree murder Monday in the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez last year. File Photo by Cyril Zingaro/EPA April 20 (UPI) -- Singer D4vd was charged with first-degree murder Monday in the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez last year. Celeste's b»»»

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Arab News 4h

Palestinians receive demolition orders for 15 shops

SA-NUR, West Bank: A Palestinian village in the Israeli-occupied West Bank received demolition orders for 15 shops ​on Monday, a day after Israeli ministers celebrated the reestablishment of a settlement on a neighboring hill. Israel’s ruling far-right coalition has supported a rapid expansion of s»»»

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Arab News 4h

Cuba confirms recent talks with visiting US delegation

HAVANA: A senior Cuban diplomat on Monday confirmed recent talks in Havana with US officials, as the communist-led island faces a deep crisis over President Donald Trump’s pressure campaign. “I can confirm that a meeting between delegations from Cuba and the United States was recently held here in »»»

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Gulf News 4h

Is petrodollar starting to crack? How Iran war puts world oil trade at risk

Dubai: The global financial system’s reliance on the US dollar for oil trade is being tested in real time as the Iran war approaches the two-month mark, with a fragile two-week ceasefire window now in focus. What began as a geopolitical shock has evolved into a deeper market shift, forcing investor»»»

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Arab News 5h

Bulgaria’s Kremlin-friendly ex-president wins election in landslide

SOFIA: Pro-Russian former President Rumen Radev has won ​Bulgaria’s parliamentary election by a landslide, official results showed on Monday, crushing long-dominant political forces and possibly pushing the EU and NATO member state closer to Moscow. The performance, exceeding opinion poll forecasts»»»

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