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Israel-Lebanon ceasefire extended for 45 days amid regional tensions
As the US-Israeli war on Iran entered its 78th day on Saturday, May 16, Washington announced a 45-day extension of the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire after negotiations with both sides in the US capital…
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Trump says Iran ceasefire was ‘favour’ to Pakistan as West Asia tensions persist
US President Donald Trump on Friday, May 15, said he agreed to a ceasefire with Iran as a “favour” to Pakistan and ruled out any further bombing of the Gulf nation, amid…
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Saudi Arabia calls for sighting of Dhul-Hijjah moon on May 17
Riyadh: Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court has called on Muslims to sight the crescent moon of the holy month of Dhul-Hijjah 1447 AH-2026 on Dhul Qa’dah 29, corresponding to Sunday evening, May 17.…
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Palestinians mark 78th Nakba anniversary amid Gaza devastation
Deir al-Balah: Blink and you might miss the few stone walls that are all that’s left of the village that Yusuf Abu Hamam’s family was forced to flee when he was an…
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Lack of trust in the US is biggest obstacle to talks, says Iranian FM Araghchi
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Friday, May 15, that Tehran’s lack of trust in the United States remained the biggest obstacle to diplomatic efforts amid ongoing regional tensions and fragile…
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PM Modi begins five-nation tour with UAE visit
Abu Dhabi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed in the UAE on Friday, marking the beginning of a five-nation visit that will also include the Netherlands, Sweden, Norway and Italy. Modi landed in…
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Trump warns of fresh Iran action as Israel goes on high alert
US President Donald Trump warned of possible renewed military action against Iran during an interview with Fox News host Sean Hannity. “I’m not going to be much more patient,” Trump said. “Any…
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Iraq’s new PM sworn in with partial Cabinet after deadlock
Baghdad: Iraq’s new Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi was sworn in with a partial Cabinet after lawmakers failed to reach consensus on several key posts, including the interior and defence ministries. Parliament approved…
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PM Modi to visit UAE today to strengthen bilateral partnership
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will pay an official visit to the United Arab Emirates on Friday to advance the bilateral ‘Comprehensive Strategic Partnership’. During his visit, PM Modi will meet…
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Israel-Lebanon talks resume as Hormuz tensions deepen across region
Israeli and Lebanese officials resumed direct negotiations in Washington on Thursday, May 14, as instability across the Middle East continued to intensify amid renewed violence in Lebanon, mounting security concerns in the…
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Delhi: Two Indians from Jeddah, Doha held with gold hidden in modified bottles
New Delhi: Delhi Customs officials have seized concealed gold from two Indian passengers arriving from Jeddah and Doha at Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport in separate smuggling cases involving modified water bottles.…
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Saudi Arabia rolls out extensive Haj 2026 service improvements
As millions of Muslims prepare for Haj 1447 AH/2026, Saudi Arabia has intensified preparations across the holy sites with a series of infrastructure, transport and technology upgrades aimed at improving pilgrim safety,…
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Trump, Xi agree Hormuz should reopen as Chinese vessels allowed to sail
United States President Donald Trump and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping were in agreement that the Strait of Hormuz needs to be opened to support global energy needs, according to a readout…
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Telangana worker found in distress in Dubai after 3-day disappearance
Hyderabad: The family of a Telangana migrant worker has sought urgent government assistance after he was found in distress in Dubai days after going missing. Moddu Gangadhar, a resident of Mentarajpalli village…
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US court blocks sanctions on outspoken UN Gaza expert
A US federal court has temporarily suspended sanctions imposed on UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese by the Trump administration, in a ruling seen as a major setback for Washington’s measures against the…
