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Israel cuts growth forecast due to conflict expansion, US tariff policies
Jerusalem: The Israeli Ministry of Finance lowered its growth forecast for 2025 to 3.6 per cent, from the 4.3 per cent predicted in January. The ministry on Thursday, explained that the baseline…
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US says Israel accepts temporary Gaza ceasefire proposal
Washington: The White House said that Israel has signed off on a 60-day Gaza ceasefire proposal as Israeli army continues its military actions in the war-torn area. White House Press Secretary Karoline…
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Yemen’s Houthis claim fresh attack against Israel
Sanaa: Yemen’s Houthi group took responsibility for launching a fresh “hypersonic ballistic missile” attack against central Israel, saying it was aimed at Ben Gurion Airport. “We carried out a military operation targeting…
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Israel OKs more settlements in West Bank as Gaza strikes kill at least 13
Jerusalem: Israel announced Thursday, May 29, it will establish 22 Jewish settlements in the occupied West Bank, including the legalisation of outposts already built without government authorisation. Israeli strikes on the Gaza…
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In touch with authorities in Iran to locate missing Indian men: MEA
Tehran/New Delhi: India on Thursday, May 29, said that it remains in touch with the authorities in Tehran for locating three Indian nationals who have gone missing in Iran. “The three Indian…
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UAE announces Eid Al Adha holidays for private sector
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has officially announced a four-day Eid Al Adha 2025 holiday for private sector employees. This was announced in a circular issued by the Ministry of…
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1 killed, 48 wounded when forces fired on crowd overrunning aid site, officials
Deir Al-Balah: At least one Palestinian was killed and 48 others wounded when forces opened fire on a crowd overrunning a new aid distribution site in the Gaza Strip set up by…
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‘Israel killed senior Hamas leader Mohammed Sinwar,’ claims Netanyahu
Deir al-Balah: Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says that his army has killed senior Hamas leader Mohammed Sinwar, apparently confirming his death in a recent airstrike in the Gaza Strip. Speaking before…
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3 Punjab men go missing in Iran, families receive ransom videos
Three individuals from Sangrur, Nawanshahr and Hoshiarpur districts of Punjab have gone missing after landing in Tehran on May 1. The Indian Embassy in Iran has issued a statement saying the missing…
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Israeli gunfire heard as crowds of Palestinians try to reach aid centre in Gaza
Muwasi: An AP journalist says Israeli tank and gunfire was heard Tuesday while giant crowds of Palestinians tried to reach a newly opened aid distribution centre in southern Gaza. There was no…
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Eid Al Adha 2025: Dhul-Hijjah moon sighted in Saudi Arabia
Riyadh: The crescent moon, which marks the beginning of Dhul-Hijjah 1446 AH-2025, has been sighted in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) on Tuesday, May 27. As a result, Wednesday, May 28,…
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Saudi Arabia: Sheikh Saleh bin Humaid to deliver Arafah sermon
The government of Saudi Arabia has appointed Imam Sheikh Saleh bin Humaid to deliver the sermon on the Day of Arafah. The appointment was made by the Presidency of Religious Affairs of…
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Saudi Arabia and Kuwait announce new oil discovery
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) and Kuwait announced on Monday, May 26, a new oil discovery in the Partitioned Zone — a shared border region between the two countries. The oil…
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Pakistan ready for peace talks with India: PM Shehbaz
Islamabad: Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday expressed his willingness to hold peace talks with India to resolve all issues, including Kashmir, terrorism, water and trade. Sharif made the remarks in…
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Haj 2025: Pilgrims can now activate eSIM cards digitally on arrival in Saudi Arabia
Riyadh: Saudi Arabia has enabled international pilgrims to activate eSIM cards directly through service provider applications, offering seamless digital connectivity upon arrival in the Kingdom. The new service is part of a…
