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Vilnius : Gitanas Nausėda, President of the Republic of Lithuania, announced that the bodies of three out of four United States soldiers who went missing in the country last week have been found, after their armoured vehicle sank in a swamp during a military exercise. The search for the fourth missing soldier is still ongoing. President Nausėda wrote on the X platform: “It is with deep sadness and sorrow that I received the news of the tragic loss of three US soldiers,” adding, “Lithuania mourns together with the American nation”. He noted that search and rescue operations will continue until…

Washington : Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), said on Monday that while U.S. President Donald Trump’s efforts to impose sweeping tariffs have created significant uncertainty and affected confidence, a near term recession remains unlikely. Georgieva noted during a forum interview that no sharp economic impact has been observed so far, and the IMF does not currently anticipate a looming recession. She indicated that the IMF is expected to make a slight downward revision to its global economic outlook in the upcoming update of the World Economic Outlook report, which is scheduled to be released in…

Manama : Bahrain International Circuit (BIC), the Home of Motorsport in the Middle East, invited all ticket holders for the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2025 to attend the Formula 1 pit lane walk on Thursday, April 10. BIC announced that the pit lane walk will take place from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM, with circuit gates opening at 4:00 PM. The event offers ticket holders the opportunity to observe F1 teams and drivers up close as they prepare for the start of the new season. BIC encouraged fans to visit its ticket centre at Bahrain City Centre…

Moscow : Kazakhstan’s oil and gas condensate production reached a record high in March, supported by increased output at the Tengiz oilfield and steady exports via the Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC), industry sources said. According to Kazakhstan’s Energy Ministry, production totalled 8.95 million metric tons, equivalent to 2.17 million barrels per day (bpd). The country has repeatedly exceeded its OPEC+ crude oil quota, which is set at 1.468 million bpd. Gas condensate output is not included under the quota. Despite drone attacks on CPC infrastructure in February and March, Kazakhstan’s oil exports remained stable. Shipments through the CPC pipeline continued…

Manama : Rashid Equestrian and Horse Racing Club will organise the “Eid Al Fitr Festival” during its 26th and 27th races, scheduled for Thursday and Friday, April 3 and 4, 2025, in celebration of Eid Al Fitr. The festival follows the success of the Ramadan night races and forms part of the club’s continued efforts to organise various events alongside horse races in conjunction with national occasions. The two day event will offer an exceptional experience, combining Eid festivities and entertainment with competitive races featuring top horses at the club’s racecourse. Seventeen races will be held across the two days,…

Manama : The Ministry of Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture underscored that parks, walkways, gardens, beaches, and waterfronts; popular destinations during festive periods; are well-maintained and ready for visitors during Eid Al Fitr. Bahrain’s parks offer a variety of attractions, including green spaces, open areas, playgrounds, and sports walkways. They are also designed to be accessible for people of determination, with dedicated cycling paths and fitness equipment available. The ministry and the Governorates have prioritised the development of parks by opening new recreational spaces, upgrading existing ones, and enhancing public facilities. Every year, new entertainment and service areas are added, ensuring…

Manama : The Bahrain Space Agency (BSA) announced the latest updates on the initial operational phase of the national satellite “Al Munther,” which was successfully launched on March 15 from Vandenberg Space Force Base in the United States aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket as part of an international mission carrying multiple satellites.   The technical team said that the first signals from the satellite were received after it reached its designated orbit. Several signals were received via the ground station, with incoming data indicating that the satellite is stable in its orbit and that its core systems are functioning within…

Manama : Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, celebrated the inaugural flight of its new direct route from Bahrain International Airport to London Gatwick Airport with special events held at both airports. This milestone marks a significant step in Gulf Air’s network expansion strategy, reinforcing its commitment to offering passengers enhanced connectivity and greater travel options. This launch adds London Gatwick as Gulf Air’s second destination in London, complementing its longstanding operations to London Heathrow Airport, which have been serving passengers for over 55 years since 1970. The addition of Gatwick strengthens Gulf Air’s presence in…

Makkah : His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, met with Dr. Nawaf Salam, Prime Minister of the Republic of Lebanon. The two sides exchanged Eid Al Fitr greetings and discussed ways to enhance Saudi-Lebanese relations. They also reviewed the latest developments in Lebanon and the region, and the efforts being made to address them.

Seoul : A massive wildfire that began in Sancheong County and swept through nearby regions in South Gyeongsang Province has been fully contained, authorities said Sunday. The main fires were under control as of 1 p.m. Sunday, nearly 10 days after they first broke out March 21, according to forestry officials. The wildfire has scorched an estimated 1,858 hectares of woodland, equivalent to around 2,600 football fields. At least 30 people have died from the recent wave of nationwide wildfires, including 26 reported in North Gyeongsang Province. The military deployed 600 soldiers and 49 helicopters Sunday to help completely extinguish…