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Haj authorities crack down on unauthorised entry, impose penalties on violators
The director of Public Security and head of the Hajj Security Committee, Muhammad Al-Bassami, announced that the Hajj security forces are fully prepared to deter and prevent potential threats that could compromise…
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Saudi Arabia invites Dr Zakir Naik, family for Haj
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Haj and Umrah, Dr Tawfiq Al-Rabiah invited Indian Islamic preacher Dr Zakir Naik and his family to perform the Haj pilgrimage this year which is…
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Israeli forces kill four Hamas militants in West Bank
Ramallah: Four members of the armed wing of the Islamist Palestinian organisation Hamas have been killed in an Israeli military operation in the West Bank. The army said on Tuesday that Israeli…
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Israel’s parliament approves revival of ultra-orthodox enlistment bill despite criticism
The Israeli Parliament Knesset approved the revival of the contentious ‘ultra-orthodox’ enlistment bill dealing with the military service of yeshiva students. The lawmakers voted 63-57 to apply “continuity” to a bill early…
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UAE cuts work, residency visa process from 30 to five days
In a significant move, the UAE Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) on Tuesday, June 11, announced the launch of the second phase of the “Work Bundle” for companies across the…
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Sharp rise in temperature is challenge this Haj season: Saudi ministry
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Health said that this year’s Haj season faces a major challenge represented by the significant rise in temperatures, which poses a threat to the health…
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Photos: Haj security readiness parade in Makkah
As millions of Muslim pilgrims converge towards Makkah in Saudi Arabia for the Haj 1445 AH-2024 which is set to begin on Friday, June 14. Ahead of the largest gathering, Saudi Arabia’s…
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Hezbollah shoots down Israeli drone over Lebanon
Beirut: Hezbollah has said that it shot down an Israeli drone over southern Lebanon. Hezbollah said on Monday in a statement that its fighters ambushed a Hermes 900 drone armed with missiles…
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Gaza violence: BRICS expresses ‘grave concern’ over ‘unprecedented’ escalation
New Delhi: The BRICS nations on Monday expressed grave concern over the “unprecedented” escalation of violence in the Gaza Strip as a result of Israeli military operations and reaffirmed their support for…
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UN Security Council passes US-drafted Gaza ceasefire resolution
The UN Security Council (UNSC) on Monday, June 10, passed a United States (US)-drafted resolution calling for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip. The resolution was approved by 14 countries, with Russia…
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Watch: Saudi Arabia holds security parade ahead of Haj
Makkah: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s security forces held an annual military parade in Arafat in Makkah on Monday, June 10, ahead of the upcoming Haj 1445 AH-2024 season. The event was…
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Saudi Arabia announces midday work ban
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD) on Monday, June 10, announced a midday work ban starting on Saturday, June 15. The decision stipulated that workers…
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Haj 2024: Nigerian pilgrim gives birth in Makkah
Makkah: A 30-year-old Nigerian pilgrim has given birth to a healthy baby boy named Mohammed at the Maternity and Children’s Hospital in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. This marks the first birth of a…
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Video: Singer Amr Diab slaps fan for taking selfie with him
Cairo: Egyptian multi-award-winning singer Amr Diab has sparked public outcry after a video of him slapping a fan who tried to take a selfie with him during a wedding party in Egypt’s…
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Video: Kuwait to deport expat for stealing shoes from mosque
The Kuwaiti authorities has issued a decision to deport an Egyptian expatriate after he was caught stealing shoes from inside a mosque in the Salmiya area. The Ministry of Interior, in coordination…
