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Trump signs order to deport pro-Palestinian student protesters, revoke visas

The newly elected US President Donald Trump reportedly signed an executive order that seeks punishment for international students and resident aliens who repeatedly participated in college campus pro-Palestinian rallies which he claims…
Tunisia expresses deep concern over escalation in Congo

Tunis: Tunisia is closely monitoring the recent escalation of hostilities in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) with great concern, according to a statement released by the Tunisian Ministry of Foreign…

Israel PM Netanyahu welcomes home released hostages

Jerusalem: Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has issued a statement welcoming home the three Israelis who were released on Thursday from captivity in Gaza — Agam Berger, Arbel Yehud and Gadi Moses.…
Qatari Emir reaffirms support for Syria’s unity, sovereignty

Doha: Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, who arrived in Damascus for a visit, reaffirmed his country’s unwavering support for Syria’s unity, sovereignty and independence. According to a statement from…
UNRWA continues aid delivery in Gaza, West Bank despite Israeli ban: UN

United Nations: The United Nations relief agency for Palestinian refugees, known as UNRWA, is continuing its mandate despite an Israeli ban coming into effect, a UN spokesman said. In October 2024, the…
Hamas confirms death of military chief Mohammed Deif

Gaza: The Al-Qassam Brigades, the armed wing of Hamas, has announced that its military chief, Mohammed Deif, was killed by the Israeli army in the Gaza Strip. In a statement on Thursday,…
Palestinian prisoners freed by Israel arrive in Ramallah

Ramallah: Two buses carrying Palestinian prisoners released by Israel arrived in Ramallah, the West Bank, according to Palestinian sources. According to eyewitnesses on Thursday, large crowds gathered to welcome them, chanting slogans…

Interpol to establish regional office in Saudi Arabia

Interpol, the world’s largest international police organisation, has announced plans to establish a regional office for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) in Saudi Arabia. The announcement followed the signing of…
Shaaban crescent sighted: Ramzan 2025 only one month away in UAE

The first day of Shaaban 1446 AH (Anno Hegirae in Latin or “in the year of the Hijra”) – 2025 in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will begin on Friday, January 31,…
Salwan Momika, Quran-burning provocateur, shot dead during live stream in Sweden

A controversial self-proclaimed “anti-Islam activist” Salwan Momika was reportedly shot dead in Sweden’s Hovsjo district on Wednesday night, January 29. The 38-year-old Iraqi Christian migrant who gained notoriety after publicly burning copies…
Qatar: Renowned Indian businessman Hassan Chougule passes away

Hassan Abdulkareem Chougule, a renowned Indian businessman and philanthropist based in Qatar, passed away on Wednesday, January 29. He was 70 years old. Chougule, originally from Maharashtra, had been battling multiple illnesses…
Dubai Crown Prince receives invitation to visit India from PM Modi

Dubai: Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, has received an official invitation from Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to…
Hamas hands captive Israeli soldier Agam Berger over to Red Cross in Gaza

Gaza Strip: Hamas on Thursday, January 30, handed captive Israeli soldier Agam Berger over to the Red Cross in the Gaza Strip. Thursday’s release is part of a ceasefire that began January…
Ahmad al-Sharaa appointed as President of Syria for transitional period

Damascus: Syria’s Military Operations Administration announced the appointment of Ahmad al-Sharaa as president during the transitional period, granting him authority to establish an interim legislative council until a permanent constitution is ratified.…
Israel to sever ties with UN Palestinian refugee agency

Jerusalem: Israel said it would sever all ties with the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) starting on Thursday, accusing the agency of employing…