UPI 1m

Colombia’s Petro asks Brazil to extend Pix payment system - UPI.com

Colombian President Gustavo Petro called for regional integration of the Pix system, and he criticized international financial control mechanisms, particularly the U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Control, for enforcing economic sanctions. Photo by Mauricio Duenas Castaneda/EPA April 6 (UPI) -- Colomb»»»

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The Peninsula 10m

Kuwait intercepts Ballistic Missiles and Drones amid Iranian attacks

Kuwait: Kuwait has intercepted a missile and drone attack, the country's Armed Forces reported on Monday April 6, 2026. Defense Ministry Spokesman Col. Saud Al Atwan confirmed that 14 ballistic missiles, two cruise missiles, and 46 hostile drones that entered the country's airspace were successfull»»»

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TAP 13m

Tunisia, Serbia discuss ways to boost cooperation in parliamentary field

Tunis, April 6 (TAP) - Speaker of the Assembly of People's Representatives (ARP) Brahim Bouderbala had a meeting on Monday in Bardo with Serbian Ambassador to Tunisia Dijana Ivancic, during which he pointed to the need to boost parliamentary...»»»

Middle East Observer 23m

Egypt Launches Europe–Gulf Transit Corridor with Temporary Customs Relief to Sustain Trade Flows

Cairo — Egypt has introduced a streamlined logistics and regulatory framework to maintain trade continuity between Europe and Gulf markets, combining a new multimodal transit corridor with temporary customs exemptions amid ongoing regional disruptions. The Egyptian Customs Authority announced a thr»»»

UPI 25m

Supreme Court sends Steve Bannon contempt case back to district court - UPI.com

Political strategist and podcaster Steve Bannon speaks at the Conservative Political Action Conference 2025 in Maryland in February. The Supreme Court Monday sent his contempt of Congress case back to the county court. Photo by Will Oliver/UPI | License Photo April 6 (UPI) -- The Supreme Court pave»»»

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UPI 25m

Israel hits Iran's South Pars plant for second time - UPI.com

The Israeli military has twice struck the South Pars gas field in the southern region of Iran since the start of the war earlier this year. File Photo by Maryam Rahmanian/UPI | License Photo April 6 (UPI) -- Israel's military attacked a petrochemical plant in southern Iran on Monday, Defense Minist»»»

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The Peninsula 31m

Arab League Meeting prepares for UN Programme of Action on illicit small arms trade

Cairo, Egypt: The fifteenth meeting of Arab National Points of Contact on the United Nations Programme of Action to Combat the Illicit Trade in Small Arms and Light Weapons commenced at the Arab League's General Secretariat on Monday April 6, 2026. The two-day meeting seeks to prepare for the 9th M»»»

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Kathimerini 34m

Traffic police spot checks nab one in five truckers

Thousands of spot checks on haulage trucks and other heavy vehicles in the Greater Athens region have found one in five drivers in violation of some rule or safety regulation, authorities said Monday. A police statement said 5,608 violations were recorded during 26,735 inspections in the first quar»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 34m

GERB-UDF Candidates Discuss Issues in Southern Varna Boroughs with Asparuhovo Residents

Candidates from the GERB-UDF list in Varna, on the Black Sea, discussed issues affecting the southern boroughs of the city with residents of Asparuhovo, the coalition's press centre said on Monday. The meeting was attended by GERB-UDF top-of-the-list candidate in Varna Vladislav Goranov, parliament»»»

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The Peninsula 35m

Malaysia to extend Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign until end-2027 amid Mideast conflict

Kuala Lumpur: The meeting of the Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) national main committee has agreed to extend the campaign until the end of 2027, subject to cabinet approval, the Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said on Monday. The proposed extension would allow Malaysia to adopt a more proact»»»

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Gulf News 37m

What you need to know about the Artemis II moon flyby

The Artemis II astronauts are already the champions of a fresh new era of lunar exploration. Now it’s time to set a new distance record. Launched last week on humanity’s first trip to the moon since 1972, the three Americans and one Canadian are chasing after Apollo 13’s maximum range from Earth. T»»»

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Tanjug 38m

Bajatovic: Explosives found in Kanjiza a serious security threat

BELGRADE - Srbijagas CEO Dusan Bajatovic said on Monday the fact explosives had been found near the Turkish Stream international gas pipeline in the Kanjiza municipality, northern Serbia, was no political charade but a serious security threat, and noted that the relevant Serbian agencies had reacte»»»

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TAP 38m

President says achieving investment contingent on stable social state

Tunis, April 6 (TAP) – President Kais Saied stressed on Monday that achieving investment remains contingent on the availability of a stable social state governed by justice and where rights are protected. He made the remarks during a ceremony held...»»»

UPI 38m

Peru wraps up election campaign as Keiko Fujimori leads polls - UPI.com

Keiko Fujimori, presidential candidate for the Fuerza Popular party in Peru, greets supporters along with her vice-presidential running mate Luis Galarreta after the presidential debate in Lima on March 25. Photo by Renato Pajuelo/EPA April 6 (UPI) -- Peru on Monday closed its election campaign ahe»»»

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Naharnet 40m

Israel says struck Iran's largest petrochemical facility

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz announced on Monday that Israel had conducted a "powerful strike" on Iran's largest petrochemical complex, with the operator saying it was assessing the damage from the attacks. The complex in the Pars region services Iran's South Pars natural gas field -- the l»»»

Al Awsat 40m

Trump Says Tuesday Deadline to Make a Deal with Iran Is Final

US President Donald Trump said on Monday the Tuesday deadline he has set for Iran to make a deal is final, calling Iran's peace proposal significant but not good enough. Trump has warned US forces will unleash broad attacks on Iranian infrastructure if his Tuesday night deadline is not met. Iran ha»»»

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Al Awsat 40m

Israeli Airstrike Kills at Least 10 Near Gaza School as Ceasefire Strains

An Israeli airstrike killed at least 10 people and wounded several others outside a school housing displaced Palestinians on Monday, health officials said, in the latest violence overshadowing the fragile US-backed Gaza ceasefire deal. Before the strikes, some Palestinians had clashed with members »»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 46m

Health Ministry Requests Clarifications on Tender for National Children's Hospital Design

The leadership of the Ministry of Health has requested detailed information and justification regarding the announced public procurement for the design and author supervision of the National Children's Hospital, the Ministry's press centre said on Monday. The request was sent to the Health Investme»»»

bta.bg
Sana 51m

President al-Sharaa discusses cooperation, developments with his French counterpart

Damascus, April 6 (SANA) President Ahmad al-Sharaa received on Monday a phone call from his French counterpart, Emmanuel Macron, during which they discussed bilateral relations and regional developments. The two leaders reviewed the military escalation in the region and its repercussions on securit»»»

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Naharnet 52m

Trump says Iran ceasefire proposal 'very significant step'

U.S. President Donald Trump said Monday the United States has studied a proposal for a 45-day ceasefire in the Iran war, a move he called a "very significant step" in the conflict. "It's a significant proposal, it's a significant step. It's not good enough, but it's a very significant step," Trump »»»

RT 52m

Middle East mediators are reportedly pushing for a 45-day truce to end the US-Israeli war with Iran

The US, Iran, and regional mediators have been discussing terms for a potential 45-day ceasefire, Axios reported on Sunday evening, citing four US, Israeli, and regional sources. The report comes as US President Donald Trump extended the deadline of an ultimatum to Iran to reopen the Strait of Horm»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Death Toll From Extreme Weather in Afghanistan Increases to 110

The death toll from extreme weather that has triggered widespread flooding and landslides in many parts of Afghanistan has increased to at least 110, authorities said Monday, with another seven people missing and more heavy rain forecast. Storms and heavy rainfall began across Afghanistan about 12 »»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Red Cross Chief Condemns ‘Deliberate Threats’ Against Civilians in Mideast War

The head of the International Committee of the Red Cross on Monday condemned "deliberate threats" against civilian targets that have marked the widening Middle East war. Without naming any side, ICRC president Mirjana Spoljaric said there had already been widespread destruction of "essential" infra»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Iran Rejects Latest Ceasefire Proposal as Trump Deadline Approaches

Iran on Monday rejected the latest ceasefire proposal and instead said it wants a permanent end to the war, even as US President Donald Trump’s ultimatum loomed for progress to avoid a major escalation in attacks against power plants and bridges. "We won’t merely accept a ceasefire," Mojtaba Ferdou»»»

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Kathimerini 1h

Major phone scam gang broken, loot exceded €1.2 million in a few months

A concerted police crackdown in three parts of Greece involving counter-terrorism officers and drones has broken a highly organized gang of phone scam artists who made about €1.3 million in a few months, authorities said Monday. Seven suspected gang members were arrested during the raids Friday in »»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Qatar Orphan Care Center launches 2026-2030 strategy focused on empowerment

Doha, Qatar: Qatar's Orphan Care Center "Dreama" has launched its 2026-2030 strategy, aimed at strengthening care and empowerment programs for orphans. The launch event was held under the patronage of HE Minister of Social Development and Family Buthaina bint Ali Al Jabr Al Nuaimi, and attended by »»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

Dreama launches 2026-2030 strategy focused on empowerment

Doha Qatar's Orphan Care Center ‘Dreama’ has launched its 2026-2030 strategy aimed at strengthening care and empowerment programs for orphans. The launch event was held under the patronage of Minister of Social Development and Family Buthaina bint Ali Al Jabr Al Nuaimi, and attended by senior offic»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 1h

Court in Haskovo Leaves In Custody American National Wanted in Czechia for Arson

The District Court in Haskovo, Southern Bulgaria has left in custody a 26-year-old American citizen, Nathan Daniel Limesand, under a European Arrest Warrant issued by the judicial authorities in the Czech city of Pardubice. The measure is to ensure the defendant is present during the extradition pr»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

North Korea leader's sister says Seoul's regret sending drones 'wise behaviour'

Seoul: The powerful sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said Monday regret expressed by Seoul over a January drone incursion into the North is "wise behaviour". "The ROK president personally expressed regret and talked about a measure for preventing recurrence," Kim Yo Jong said, referring to»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Atalanta in Champions League hunt after cruising past Lecce

Milan, Italy: Atalanta are firmly in contention for next season's Champions League after beating lowly Lecce 3-0 Monday April 6, 2026, and creeping to within five points of Serie A's top four. Goals from Giorgio Scalvini, Lecce old boy Nikola Krstovic and Giacomo Raspadori gave seventh-placed Atala»»»

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Sana 1h

Al-Shaibani discusses regional developments with Lebanese prime minister

Damascus, April 6 (SANA) Syria’s Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani on Monday discussed the latest developments and their impact on regional security during a phone call with Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam. The Foreign Ministry said in a statement that al-Shaibani reaffirmed Syria’s sup»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

Amir, French president discuss impact of regional escalation on global energy supplies

DOHA:His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani has received a telephone call from President of the friendly French Republic HE Emmanuel Macron. During the call, they discussed developments in the region following the continued Iranian aggression against the State o»»»

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Al Manar 1h

Islamic Resistance fighters targeted two Merkava tanks at Ghadmatha Hill in the town of Ainatha with loitering gliders, achieving direct hits: statement 18 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Islamic Resistance fighters targeted two Merkava tanks at Ghadmatha Hill in the town of Ainatha with loitering gliders, achieving direct hi»»»

The Peninsula 1h

Lebanon says Israeli strikes hit south Beirut, country's south

Beirut, Lebanon: An Israeli strike hit Beirut's southern suburbs on Monday April 6, 2026, as Israel's army said it was targeting Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah, while Lebanon reported broad strikes in the country's south. AFPTV footage showed smoke billowing across the skyline after the strik»»»

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Sputnik 1h

Iran Gives Pakistan Response to US Proposal to End War - Reports

TEHRAN (Sputnik) - Iran has given Pakistan a response to the US proposal to end the war, Iranian state news agency IRNA reported on Monday. Iran rejected the possibility of a ceasefire, declaring the need for a permanent end to the conflict, the report said, adding that the response also included t»»»

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Tanjug 1h

Vucic to speak to reporters on Tuesday

BELGRADE - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic will speak to reporters on Tuesday at 1 pm, the presidential press office has announced. In a statement, it said Vucic would hold the press conference in the building of the General Secretariat of the President of the Republic. Before the press conferen»»»

tanjug.rs
UPI 1h

Bangladesh begins vaccine push after 98 children died - UPI.com

Bangladesh is starting a measles vaccination campaign after more than 98 children have died of the highly contagious diseases. File Photo by Annie Rice/EPA April 6 (UPI) -- Bangladesh launched an emergency vaccination campaign to protect more than a million children from measles, after at least 98 »»»

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Gulf News 1h

UAE President receives Kuwaiti Minister of Foreign Affairs

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Kuwait. During the meeting, the Kuwaiti Foreign Minister conveyed to the UAE President the greetings of Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah,»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Amir receives phone call from French President

Doha. Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani received a telephone call from President of the French Republic His Excellency Emmanuel Macron. During the call, they discussed developments in the region following the continued Iranian aggression against the State of Qatar, and its repercus»»»

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Al Manar 1h

Yemeni Armed Forces Announces New Joint Attack with Iran & Hezbollah, Striking Israeli Military Targets in Eilat

The Yemeni Armed Forces announced, in a statement issued on Monday, a new military operation against the Zionist enemy in support of the axis of resistance. The statement, read by the spokesman for the Yemeni Armed Forces General Yahya Saree, indicated that the attack was carried out by winged miss»»»

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Tanjug 1h

Pavlovic: We, the Voice from the People against holding elections in May or June

BELGRADE - We, the Voice from the People whip in the Serbian parliament Branko Pavlovic said on Monday the party was not in favour of going to early parliamentary elections in May or June as it believed the electoral process must be improved first and the citizens' trust in elections restored. "Our»»»

tanjug.rs
24 News Agency 1h

How the Pamir Kyrgyz live in China — photos and video - | 24.KG

A Kyrgyz delegation visited the Little Pamir in China and met with the Pamir Kyrgyz. Asel Kalkanova shared footage from the trip. The participants visited the villages of Chakaragyn and Bulun-Kel in Akto County, where they were shown the life of the local community: traditions, everyday life, and c»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Saudi Arabia Advances Global Environmental Leadership with IUCN Green List Milestone

Saudi Arabia Advances Global Environmental Leadership with IUCN Green List MilestoneThe Kingdom of Saudi Arabia continues to strengthen its international standing in environmental protection and sustainability, underpinned by the wise leadership’s prioritization of environmental affairs within nati»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Iraq Could Restore Oil Exports to Pre-war Level within a Week if Hormuz Reopens, Basra Oil Chief Says

Iraq could restore crude oil exports to around 3.4 million barrels per day within a week provided the Iran war ends and the Strait of Hormuz reopens, the head of the country’s state-run Basra Oil Company said. Among Gulf oil producers, Iraq has suffered the biggest drop in oil revenue as a result o»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

SDRPY Advances Construction of Model Secondary School in Yemen's Seiyun

Work is progressing on the construction and outfitting of Al-Sabban model secondary school in Yemen’s Seiyun, a project implemented by the Saudi Development and Reconstruction Program for Yemen (SDRPY) as part of its ongoing efforts to support the education sector and enhance learning environments »»»

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Kathimerini 1h

Escaped convicts, prisoner on furlough held over failed robbery

Two escaped convicts and a prisoner out on furlough have been arrested in central Greece on suspicion of staging a failed home invasion, authorities said Monday. A police statement said a woman was also arrested Sunday driving a car with the escaped convicts hidden in the boot. The prisoner on a si»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

'Not the Cairo we know': Energy shock from Iran war dims Egypt nights

Cairo: At a roadside cafe in downtown Cairo, Abu Ali was mid domino throw when the lights snapped off under new early-closing orders enacted to curb Egypt's soaring energy bill due to the US Iran war. "I used to stay here until 2:00 am," the 63-year-old told AFP, tapping his tiles as the street wen»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Qatar intercepts drones launched from Iran on Monday: MOD

Doha, Qatar: The Qatari Ministry of Defense announced that the State of Qatar was targeted by an attack involving a number of drones launched from Iran, today, Monday. "Our Armed Forces,by the grace of God, successfully intercepted and neutralized all incoming drones," added the statement.»»»

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Sputnik 2h

Ukraine Attacks Caspian Pipeline Consortium Facilities to Put Economic Damage on US Energy Companies

On the night of April 6, the Ukrainian regime, in an attempt to destabilize the global hydrocarbon market and halt the supply of petroleum products to European consumers, attacked facilities of the marine transshipment complex in Novorossiysk using fixed-wing attack drones, the Russian Defense Mini»»»

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Sana 2h

Damascus, Abu Dhabi ties are fraternal, strong- Syrian diplomats

Damascus, April 6 (SANA) A delegation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, comprising Director of the Foreign Affairs Office, Youssef Al-Hajar, and Director of the Arab Affairs Department, Mohammed Taha Al-Ahmad, visited the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in Damascus and met w»»»

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