Sheikh Mansour leads strategic review of government performance
Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President of the UAE, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, chaired a meeting of the Ministerial Development Council held in Abu Dhabi. The meeting reviewed the outcomes of implementing a number of government programmes and initiativ»»»
Warning: Stop using Flying Tiger cups immediately
Dubai: The Ministry of Economy and Tourism has urged consumers to immediately stop using certain glass drinking cups sold by the Flying Tiger brand, citing potential health risks. In a social media statement, the Ministry said the 220ml cups sold during 2024 and 2025 were found to contain elevated »»»
He reviews operations of Dubai International Airport and Emirates
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, affirmed that Dubai’s aviation sector, under the vision and directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice »»»
UN Security Council must shoulder responsibilities in maintaining regional and international peace and security
Tunis, April 21 (TAP) - The United Nations Security Council must assume its responsibilities in maintaining regional and international peace and security, in a manner that ensures the enforcement of the rules of international law and international...»»»
Aoun says diplomacy is 'a war without bloodshed'
President Joseph Aoun on Tuesday stressed "the necessity of concerted efforts between the army, security forces, municipalities and residents to consolidate security and stability and eliminate the risky concept of autonomous security, at a time when the state is working to establish security and e»»»
Nafis expands: New groups supported, quotas unchanged
Dubai: The Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council (ETCC) has confirmed that Emirati spouses of citizens and children of Emirati mothers working in the private sector will not be counted towards the annual 2 per cent Emiratisation target under the Nafis programme. The council said the quota for priv»»»
UAE puts gender balance at the core of growth: Eugene Mayne
Gender balance in the UAE is not positioned as a social initiative but embedded as a structural national priority, shaping policy, workforce participation and leadership development across sectors. This aligns inclusion with long-term economic resilience and competitiveness, said Eugene Mayne, Foun»»»
Alternative Routes for Middle East Oil and Gas Due to Hormuz Disruption
The US-Israeli war with Iran has disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, the world's most important oil chokepoint, exposing the Middle East's limited alternatives for exporting its hydrocarbons. The International Energy Agency (IEA) called it the largest supply disruption on record, bigg»»»
Tucker Carlson apologizes for helping Trump get elected, says he’ll be ‘tormented’
Prominent conservative commentator Tucker Carlson has issued a public apology for his role in getting US President Donald Trump into the White House, saying in a podcast published on Monday that he will be “tormented for a long time” by the damage he helped cause. Speaking on his podcast with his b»»»
Pakistan central bank receives second tranche of $1bn from Saudi Arabia
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan's central bank said on Tuesday that it has received a second tranche of $1 billion from Saudi Arabia, providing much-needed financial support to the country as it attempts to bolster its foreign exchange reserves amid recent repayments of $1.4 billion in Eurobonds and $2 billion»»»
UAE women drive leadership and sustainable development, says Sheikha Nada Al Mualla
Women today are no longer defined by the need for empowerment, but by their role as leaders and decision-makers shaping the future, Sheikha Nada Bint Issa Al Mualla, Community Ambassador, said in a keynote address at the Tristar presents Limitless: The UAE Power Women’s Forum in association with Gu»»»
Apostolovic: No suspension of EU funds for Serbia at this time
BRUSSELS - The head of a Serbian operating team for EU accession talks Danijel Apostolovic, who is also Serbia's chief negotiator in the talks, said on Tuesday there was no formal European Commission decision at this time on a suspension of EU Growth Plan funds for Serbia, and noted that Serbia wou»»»
Sidra Medicine introduces Qatar’s first advanced gene-editing therapy for sickle cell disease and thalassemia
Doha, Qatar: Sidra Medicine, a member of Qatar Foundation, has been qualified by Vertex Pharmaceuticals as one of a of a limited number of hospitals in the world, to administer Casgevy, a groundbreaking, one-time CRISPR/Cas9-based gene therapy treatment. Casgevy is now available in Qatar for patien»»»
Dubai GDRFA achieves 95.6% future readiness milestone
Dubai : Dubai’s General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs achieved a 95.6 per cent future readiness rate by 2025, driven by a long-term foresight strategy that has already translated into major initiatives such as the “Red Carpet” project — first envisioned in 2015 and now implemented »»»
Trump Says Iran Violated Truce as Doubt Surrounds Peace Talks
US President Donald Trump on Tuesday accused Iran of having repeatedly violated a temporary truce due to expire soon, with new peace talks mired in doubt after Tehran said it had not yet sent a delegation. The US leader also touted Washington's strong negotiating position, even as uncertainty grew »»»
Nafti/Cheikh Niang: Draft cooperation action plan for 2026-2027 presented
Tunis, April 21 (TAP) - On the sidelines of his participation in the 10th edition of the Dakar Forum for Peace and Security in Africa, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration and Tunisians Abroad Mohamed Ali Nafti met on April 20, with Senegal's...»»»
France backs Egypt’s IMEC entry, readies migration pact at first strategic dialogue
France formally backed Egypt’s inclusion in the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) and the two nations agreed to finalise a bilateral migration agreement in the coming weeks, officials announced following the inaugural French-Egyptian strategic dialogue on Monday. The talks in Cairo »»»
NATO Intercepts Russian Military Aircraft Flying Over the Baltic Sea
NATO intercepted Russian strategic bombers and fighter jets that flew over the Baltic Sea on Monday, a muscular display of air power on the alliance’s eastern flank away from the spotlight on the Middle East. French Rafale fighters were deployed from a Lithuanian air base where they are stationed a»»»
Iran Arrests More Than 3,600 on Charges Related to War, Says NGO
Iranian authorities have arrested more than 3,600 people on charges related to the US-Israeli war ranging from sharing videos with media outlets based overseas to possessing Starlink internet terminals, an NGO said on Tuesday. Norway-based Iran Human Rights (IHR) said the figure, based on state med»»»
Iran negotiations: Trump expects bombing or 'great deal' - UPI.com
1 of 2 | President Donald Trump said that he expects to reach a deal with Iran in negotiations to end the war Tuesday, but if no deal is made he is prepared to resume bombing. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo April 21 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump said that he expects to reach a deal with»»»
LBBC to host Libya Energy Forum with National Oil Corporation at London's Africa Energies Summit 2026
The Libyan British Business Council (LBBC) will host the Libya Energy Forum on 13 May 2026 in London, as part of the Africa Energies Summit 2026 and in association with the National Oil Corporation (NOC). The forum will bring together senior Libyan leadership, international oil companies, investors»»»
Nafti/Cheikh Niang: Draft cooperation action plan for 2026-2027 presented
Tunis, April 21 (TAP) - On the sidelines of his participation in the 10th edition of the Dakar Forum for Peace and Security in Africa, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration and Tunisians Abroad Mohamed Ali Nafti met on April 20, with Senegal's...»»»
Coast Guard to liaise with Libyan colleagues on stemming migration to Crete
Greece has sent two senior Coast Guard officials to Libya to try and talk local authorities into helping stem a wave of migration in small boats from the north African country to Crete, the government said Tuesday. Vassilis Kikilias, the minister for maritime affairs, said the two were sent followi»»»
Macut: Serbian gov't maintains constant communication with EC
BELGRADE - PM Djuro Macut said on Tuesday Serbian ministries and his government maintained constant communication with the European Commission and noted that Serbia was delivering on its commitments under the EU Growth Plan. Addressing MPs at a parliament session, Macut said allegations of a suspen»»»
UAE resilience built on unity and preparedness, says Maitha Al Shamsi
The UAE’s approach to crisis is not reactive but carefully designed, with resilience built into its systems long before challenges arise, Maitha Mohammed Al Shamsi, CEO of the Community Empowerment Sector at the Community Development Authority in Dubai, said on Tuesday. Speaking at the Tristar pres»»»
Arab and Islamic parliaments applaud adoption of Qatar's emergency item at 152nd IPU general assembly
Doha: The Arab Inter-Parliamentary Union and the Parliamentary Union of the OIC Member States (PUIC) commended the adoption by the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) General Assembly, at its 152nd session held in Istanbul, of an emergency item submitted by the State of Qatar. The Assembly adopted emer»»»
Diplomacy without illusions: The case for Iran's accountability first
Among advocates of process-first diplomacy, a familiar refrain has been especially common in recent days: diplomacy means talking to everyone, no adversary should be humiliated, and the only alternative to negotiation is war. These are not trivial principles. Engagement with adversaries has produce»»»
Frontliners Tribute Initiative allows children of all ages to express their appreciation
Does your child have a hero? Now he or she can leave a little note of appreciation for those on the frontlines in the UAE. Abu Dhabi’s Department of Education and Knowledge has launched the new project called the Frontliners Tribute Initiative, where students of all grades can, as part of the Natio»»»
Saudi HR ministry rolls out operational plan to enhance pilgrim services during Hajj
RIYADH: The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development has begun implementing its operational plan for the Hajj season through a set of regulatory, supervisory, and social initiatives aimed at improving services for pilgrims and enhancing their experience in the holy sites. Ismail bin Saeed»»»
Trump ‘doesn’t want to extend Iran ceasefire,’ says expects to be ‘bombing’ as talks stall
WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump told CNBC in an interview on Tuesday that he did not want to extend a ceasefire with Iran, adding the US was in a strong negotiating position and would end up with what he called a great deal. “I don’t want to do that. We don’t have that much time,” Trump said whe»»»
Iran’s highly enriched uranium stockpile: Where is it and who could get it?
Washington and Tehran remain deadlocked over Iran’s nuclear program and its stockpile of highly enriched uranium. Iran has insisted that continuing its nuclear program is its sovereign right, while the US maintains that the program must be abandoned for good and the uranium surrendered. RT looks in»»»
Virginia voting on new congressional map drawn by Democrats - UPI.com
1 of 3 | Voters are heading to the polls in Virginia on Tuesday to vote on a new congressional map drawn by Democratic state lawmakers. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo April 21 (UPI) -- Voters are heading to the polls in Virginia on Tuesday to vote on a new congressional map drawn by »»»
UAE’s resilience mirrors strength of women leaders, says Ajman Free Zone chief
The UAE’s ability to adapt, endure and move forward in uncertain times reflects the very qualities that define strong leadership, Ismail Al Naqi, Director General of the Free Zones Authority of Ajman, said on Tuesday, drawing a parallel between the nation’s resilience and the role of women shaping »»»
New Zealand's capital under state of local emergency as rains persist
Dubai: New Zealand's capital city Wellington has been placed under a state of local emergency as inclement weather continues to batter the region. Mayor Andrew Little has noted that the situation is being taken "very seriously," with emergency efforts coordinated by the Wellington Regional Emergenc»»»
Lebanon PM and Macron to discuss bolstering country’s position in Israel talks
PARIS: Lebanon’s prime minister and French President Emmanuel Macron will discuss on Tuesday how to strengthen the country’s hand in possible direct negotiations with Israel in the United States later this week, as Beirut turns to a trusted European ally. The US will host ambassador-level talks wit»»»
Gargash: In tough times, UAE proves its strength
Abu Dhabi: The UAE continues to demonstrate strength and resilience in the face of mounting challenges, Dr Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the President, said on Tuesday. He stressed that the current phase shows which nations can hold firm and distinguish themselves as the pace of change accel»»»
South Sudan vows to hold long-delayed elections in December
JUBA: South Sudan will hold elections in December, the information minister vowed on Tuesday, after years of repeated delays and despite the country being on the verge of civil war. International observers have warned of a return to full-blown conflict as government forces under President Salva Kii»»»
Bulgaria Begins Building 100 Doctors’ Offices to Boost Healthcare Access in Remote Areas
The Bulgarian Ministry of Health has announced the start of implementation of a project to establish 100 outpatient doctors’ 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»»»
Foreign investors return to GCC markets with $1.47bn inflows in Q1
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 »»»
Bulgaria Begins Building 100 Doctor’s Offices to Boost Healthcare Access in Remote Areas
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»»»
Middle East crises divide Europe with rising fuel costs and tensions over Israel policy
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 of Libya's High Council of State meets Qatar's Ambassador
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.»»»
Saudi Arabia condemns ‘terror plot’ in UAE
Saudi Arabia’s foreign ministry condemned a terrorist plot targeting national unity and stability in the United Arab Emirates, state news agency SPA reported on Tuesday. It praised UAE security forces for dismantling the group and arresting its members. In a statement, the ministry affirmed full so»»»
Stars illuminate pilgrims’ paths across desert
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»»»
Israel will face resistance if troops stay in Lebanon, Speaker Berri says
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’»»»
Rain, dust and rough seas: NCM issues unstable weather warning for UAE until April 23
Dubai: The UAE is set to experience a spell of unsettled weather from this evening, Tuesday, April 21, through to Wednesday, April 23, the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has confirmed. Residents across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Fujairah should prepare for a mix of clouds, intermittent rainfall, a»»»
DJ priest hosts Buenos Aires rave blending faith, music and tribute to Pope Francis
Dubai: A year after the death of Pope Francis, an unusual tribute brought music and faith together in Buenos Aires. Portuguese priest Guilherme Peixoto, widely known as Padre Guilherme, hosted a large open-air rave in the historic Plaza de Mayo, blending techno beats with religious symbolism. As cr»»»
Saudi deputy foreign minister holds talks with Senegal’s president at Dakar forum
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»»»
Instagram Likes Viewer: 10 Best Tools to Check Likes and Engagement
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»»»
Middle East: Doubts grow over US-Iran talks
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»»»