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Trump demands Iran pay for deaths, injuries over past conflicts
Washington: US President Donald Trump kept open the possibility of a major military escalation against Iran, rejected Tehran’s demand for compensation and asserted that the US Navy had complete control of the…
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Khabib Nurmagomedov says supporting Palestine has cost him money
Former UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov has said publicly supporting Palestine has come with financial consequences, including lost sponsorship opportunities and professional contacts. The 37-year-old made the remarks while speaking about Gaza…
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After Hyderabad, Saudi’s flyadeal to launch Mumbai flights
Riyadh: Saudi low-cost carrier flyadeal will start non-stop flights between Riyadh and Mumbai on October 3, 2026, following the launch of its Hyderabad service earlier this year. The Saudia Group airline opened…
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Iran signals no Trump deal until 2029, Qalibaf adviser says
Monday, August 10, marks the 54th day since Washington and Tehran signed the memorandum of understanding and the 163rd day since the outbreak of the war, with tensions between Iran and the…
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A year on, Gaza remembers journalist Anas Al-Sharif, 5 others
Gaza City: A year after Al Jazeera correspondent Anas Al-Sharif was killed in Gaza, a vigil was held in Gaza City to mark the first anniversary of his death and that of…
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Riyadh factory fire claims lives of 16 Bangladeshi workers
Riyadh: A fire at a sofa manufacturing factory in Saudi Arabia’s capital has killed 16 Bangladeshi workers, Bangladesh’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on Monday, August 10. The blaze broke out on…
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UAE announces Haj 2027 registration date
Abu Dhabi: The UAE’s General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments and Zakat on Monday, August 10, announced the registration dates for Emirati citizens wishing to perform Haj during the upcoming 1448 AH/2027…
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Indian tourists can now get free UAE visas for Abu Dhabi trips
Abu Dhabi: Indian tourists booking eligible holidays in Abu Dhabi can get their UAE entry visa at no cost under a new initiative launched by the Department of Culture and Tourism –…
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1,500 ships in Hormuz pose marine bioinvasion risk: Research
The economic ramifications of the closure of the Strait of Hormuz are much discussed. But so far, the risk of ecological damage following a long blockade of ships has been overlooked. Our…
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Israel rejects Trump Gaza plan, demands Hamas disarmament
Gaza Strip: Israel on Sunday, August 9, rejected a Gaza deal announced by US President Donald Trump, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu saying Israeli forces will not withdraw from the Palestinian enclave…
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Trump says US ‘semi-negotiating’ as Iran approves Hormuz plan
Washington: US President Donald Trump said that “we are only semi-negotiating” with Iran, noting that he is prepared to allow economic pressure on Iran to mount — as opposed to ordering a…
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US weapons stocks run low after months of war with Iran: Report
Washington: The US is running considerably low on critical missile interceptors and other munitions after months of war with Iran, according to a former US Defence Secretary, as concerns grow over America’s…
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India, Saudi Arabia discuss Haj 2027 plans for Indian pilgrims
Jeddah: Srivatsa Krishna, Secretary of the Ministry of Minority Affairs, on Sunday, August 9, met Abdulaziz Al Mathami, Deputy Minister for Planning and Digital Transformation, Ministry of Haj and Umrah of Saudi…
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Two Indians win Rs 90L in Abu Dhabi Big Ticket’s first Big Spin
Two Indians won a combined Dirham 350,000 (around Rs 90.7 lakh) in Abu Dhabi Big Ticket’s first-ever Big Spin during the live draw on Monday, August 3. Dinesh Kumar Kumaran Nair, a…
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Iran says ‘no direct negotiations’ with US
Tehran: Iran is not currently holding direct negotiations with the United States, although messages are being exchanged through intermediaries, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Sunday, August 9, as Tehran continued to…
