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US cracks down on entities, individuals contributing to violence in West Bank
The United States intensified its crackdown on entities and individuals who are contributing to violence and instability in the West Bank, announcing new sanctions on Wednesday. The US State Department in a…
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Security Council extends mandate of United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon
The Security Council on Wednesday extended the mandate of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) until 31 August 2025, stressing the importance of—and the need to achieve—a comprehensive, just and…
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Israel Defense Force recovers body of soldier from Gaza
The Israel Defense Forces confirmed on Wednesday evening it had recovered the body of a soldier who was abducted on October 7. “The fighter fell in battle during the terrorist attack on…
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Israel security cabinet to meet today after Hamas leader’s call for suicide bombing
Tel Aviv: After former Hamas Chief Khaled Mashal called for resumption of suicide bombings, the Israeli security cabinet will meet on Thursday to discuss the situation. The Arab media reported that in…
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Humanitarians in UN armoured vehicle escape Israeli gunfire in Gaza
United Nations: Two humanitarian workers in a UN-marked armoured vehicle escaped physically unharmed a salvo of Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) gunfire in Gaza, a UN spokesman said. “Yesterday (Tuesday) evening, a clearly…
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UAE closely monitors Telegram CEO Pavel Durov’s arrest in France
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is closely monitoring the case of Pavel Durov, founder and CEO of the Telegram messaging app, who holds Emirati citizenship, after his arrest in France and the…
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UAE: Dubai RTA to launch 4 new metro link bus routes; check details
As part of the improvement of the public transportation services, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai is set to start four new metro-linking bus routes starting on August 30 2024.…
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Emirates Group celebrates Emirati women’s vital role in aviation
The United Arab Emirates Group held a special event to celebrate the contributions of Emirate women in aviation and travel and their crucial role in supporting the country’s growth and development. The…
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Ambassadors-designate to several countries take oath in Saudi Arabia
In the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, ambassadors-designate to several countries took oath before Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman during a cabinet session in Riyadh on Tuesday, August 28. On behalf of the…
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Egypt, Iraq stress need to end humanitarian plight in Gaza
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi has received Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ Al-Sudani, who is on an official visit to Egypt with a high-level Iraqi delegation. The Spokesman for the Egyptian Presidency…
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UAE condemns Israeli minister’s call to build synagogue inside Al-Aqsa mosque
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has condemned Israel’s far-right national security minister Itamar Ben-Gvir’s remarks regarding building a synagogue inside the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound. The UAE has reaffirmed the need for Israel…
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Egypt announces new oil discovery in Western Desert
Khalda Petroleum Company, operating in the Kalabsha Development Area of the Egyptian Western Desert, announced a new oil discovery in the West Fewebs-1 area. The well was tested by drilling 270 feet…
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Israel: Security preparations underway to ensure opening of school year in north
The Commander of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) Home Front Command, Major General Rafi Milo, held a preparatory meeting yesterday for the opening of the new school year with the Director of…
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Yemen: 25 killed in deadly flash floods
Sanaa: At least 25 people were killed after flash floods hit Yemen’s region of Al-Mahwit, a local health source reported on Wednesday. The flash floods in Al-Mahwit, triggered by over 24 hours…
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Israel-Hamas indirect peace talks in Doha today
Tel Aviv: The ongoing indirect peace talks will continue on Wednesday in Doha, confirmed the office of the Israel Prime Minister but gave no details on the members of the delegation. According…
