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World Bank says ready to participate in Lebanon’s reconstruction

Beirut: The World Bank is ready to take part in Lebanon’s reconstruction after the Hezbollah-Israeli conflict comes to an end, a senior official from the World Bank said. Jean-Christophe Carret, the World…
Escalating fighting in Sudan prevents delivery of humanitarian aid: WFP

Khartoum: The World Food Programme (WFP) said that the escalating fighting in Sudan was preventing humanitarian aid from reaching famine-risk areas. “Fighting in Um Rawwaba, North Kordofan, has prevented a convoy from…

Turkey takes additional measures at border gates to facilitate Syrians’ return

Istanbul: Turkey has strengthened border infrastructure and measures to facilitate Syrians’ return, the state-run Anadolu agency reported. The Ministry of Trade has been carrying out necessary procedures and actions at the Yayladagi…
Netanyahu denies agreeing to Palestinian statehood in talks with Saudi Arabia

Jerusalem: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed that he would not permit the establishment of a Palestinian state, rejecting reports that Israel had agreed to a “path toward Palestinian statehood” as…
Nigerian Vice President visits Prophet’s mosque in Madinah

The Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria Kashim Shettima on Monday, December 16, arrived in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) and visited the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah where he…
33 trips to Dubai and a suspended principal: A flight path of misconduct

A school principal from the state of Gujarat’s Surat has been suspended for making an astonishing 33 trips to Dubai within just two years, with many questions on professional ethical corrupt practices…
UAE’s final visa amnesty call: Regularize or leave by December 31

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is implementing vigorous measures to tackle civil violations and specifically dealing with illegitimate residency through the broad visa amnesty program set to conclude on December 31. In…

UAE banks to create 1,700 jobs by 2026

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) banking sector in the Al Ain region is expected to generate at least 1,700 employment opportunities through an innovative initiative launched by the Nafis Emirati Talent Competitiveness…
Iran suspends controversial hijab law amid mounting pressure

The Islamic Republic of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council has ceased its enforcement of a controversial hijab law that sought to punish women who failed to don the Islamic dress code. This…
Saudi Arabia provides shelter aid to 1,800 Afghans

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s (KSA) King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) continues its robust humanitarian efforts in Afghanistan and distributed 300 shelter kits on Monday, December 16, in several…
Talks on future of Russian military bases in Syria in progress: Kremlin

Russia is still in talks with the Syrian side on the status of Russia’s military bases in the country, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Monday. The spokesman said that no final…
Gaza ceasefire-for-hostage deal ‘closer than ever’, says IDF Minister

Jerusalem: Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz said Monday that Israel and Hamas are “closer than ever” to reaching a ceasefire-for-hostage deal, Israel’s state-owned Kan TV News reported. Speaking at a closed session…
Bashar al-Assad releases first statement since fleeing from Syria

Ouster Syrian President Bashar al-Assad on Monday, December 16, in his first public statement since exile said that his departure from the country was not planned. This comes after Assad and his…
UAE launches world’s 1st VAT refund for tourists shopping online

In an effort to boost tourism, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Monday, December 16, announced the launch of a new value-added tax (VAT) refund system for e-commerce purchases for tourists during…
UAE: Ras Al Khaimah set to break new world records with NYE fireworks, drone shows

Ras Al Khaimah is set to welcome New Year 2025 with fireworks and laser drone shows, with the aim of setting new Guinness World Records titles. Themed “Our Story in the Sky”,…