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UN says 16 million people need aid in Syria
United Nations: UN humanitarians described the situation in Syria as chaotic and fluid, with more than 16 million people in the country requiring assistance. The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian…
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Arab states reaffirm commitment to women’s empowerment
Muscat: Oman hosted a high-level regional meeting on Monday to review progress in implementing the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, nearly 30 years after its adoption, the Lebanon-based UN Economic and…
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US charges former Syrian officials for war crimes
Washington: US federal indictment has charged two former senior Syrian intelligence officials from the regime of former President Bashar al-Assad with “war crimes against Americans and other civilians,” the Department of Justice…
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Hamas calls on Syrian people to unite
Gaza: Hamas on Monday called on the Syrian people to unite. “We call on all components of the Syrian people to unite their ranks, have more national cohesion, and rise above the…
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Syrian militant forces grant amnesty to conscripts
Damascus: Syria’s militant forces that have taken control of Damascus announced a general amnesty for all army personnel conscripted into mandatory service. In a statement, the militant forces’ Military Operations Department declared,…
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Tulsi Gabbard, Trump’s pick for intel chief, meets Senators; supports him on Syria
Washington: Nominated for the powerful position of the Director of National Intelligence, former Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard met key Senators on Capitol Hill and supported President-elect Donald Trump’s views on Syria. “I stand…
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Iran not to ‘pay ransom’ to West over nuclear program: 1st Vice Prez Reza Aref
Tehran: Iran’s First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref affirmed the country’s commitment to negotiations over its nuclear program but firmly rejected any form of “paying a ransom,” according to Iran’s official news…
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52,507 pilgrims allotted to Haj Group Organisers for 2025: Govt
New Delhi: For Haj 2025, the quota of Haj pilgrims earmarked for Haj Group Organisers (HGOs) is 52,507, the Parliament was informed on Monday. The quota of India for Haj 2025 is…
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Amid stricter UAE rules, surge in visa rejections hit Indian travellers to Dubai
Indian travellers aiming to visit Dubai are facing higher visa rejection rates after the United Arab Emirates (UAE) recently changed its visa rules and implemented stricter requirements for tourist visa applications. Earlier,…
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Saudi’s football stadiums embark on a new era ahead of 2034 World Cup
Football grounds in the Kingdom are rapidly approaching an impressive stage of rejuvenation and development, where stadiums go through large-scale remodelling and upgrades to increase fan appeal and retain historical values. This…
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Watch: Syrian rebel forces seize Khalid Ibn Walid mosque in Homs
In a significant development amidst the ongoing conflict in Syria, opposition forces captured another strategic city Homs located near the capital Damascus and seized the Khalid Ibn al-Walid Mosque in the early…
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Iran says Syria’s future should be decided by its people
Iran said that it believes the Syrian people should have the sole right to determine their own future, free from any foreign interference or imposition. In response to the latest developments in…
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India calls for ‘peaceful Syrian-led political process’ after fall of al-Assad regime
India on Monday urged all parties in Syria to prioritise the unity and integrity of the nation following the fall of the al-Assad regime. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) issued a…
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Israeli drone attack kills 10 Palestinians in Gaza City: Sources
Gaza: At least 10 Palestinians were killed in an Israeli drone attack on a gathering in central Gaza City, said the Palestinian civil defence in the Gaza Strip. Civil defence spokesperson Mahmoud…
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Syria’s Bashar Al Assad is in Moscow: Source
Syria’s ousted President, Bashar Al Assad, and members of his family arrived in Russia’s capital, Moscow, on Sunday, December 8, Russian news agency reported, citing a Kremlin source. “Assad, with his family,…
