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Iran resists Trump pressure as US deploys troops ahead of Geneva talks
Dubai: Iran pushed back on Wednesday, February 25, against United States (US) President Donald Trump’s pressure tactics ahead of critical talks in Geneva over Tehran’s nuclear programme, alternating between calling his remarks…
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Confident my Israel visit will further strengthen ties: PM Modi
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated on Wednesday that he is looking forward to his visit to Israel and expressed confidence that it will further strengthen bilateral ties. “I am also…
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UAE targets unlicensed maid agencies, 12 firms closed
Abu Dhabi: The UAE’s Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has closed 12 offices involved in recruiting domestic workers without the required licences, referring the cases to the Public Prosecution in…
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Israeli media calls Modi’s Israel visit a ‘strategic reset’ in bilateral ties
Jerusalem: As Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday left for Israel from India for a visit expected to upgrade the bilateral ties to a new level, the Israeli media is describing the…
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PM Modi leaves for Israel for 2-day visit
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday, February 25, left for Israel for a two-day visit during which he will have discussions with his counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu, address the Israeli Parliament,…
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Indian woman reunited with family after being stranded in Saudi Arabia
Riyadh: The Indian Embassy in Saudi Arabia has facilitated the repatriation of an Indian woman who had been stranded in the Kingdom, enabling her to return home and reunite with her family.…
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UN Security Council voices concern over ongoing violence in Sudan
United Nations: The UN Security Council expressed deep concern over continued violence across Sudan, including in the Kordofan and Darfur states, calling on all parties to the conflict to immediately halt the…
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Hope PM Modi mentions genocide in Gaza while addressing Knesset: Priyanka
New Delhi: Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Wednesday hoped Prime Minister Narendra Modi would mention the genocide in Gaza while addressing the Israeli Parliament and demand justice for them. The…
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Saudi Arabia bans poultry, egg imports from India, 39 other countries
Riyadh: Saudi Arabia’s Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) has imposed a full ban on the import of poultry and table eggs from India and 39 other countries, alongside partial restrictions on specific…
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Record turnout as 904,000 perform Umrah on 4th day of Ramzan
Makkah: The Grand Mosque in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, received more than 904,000 Umrah pilgrims on Saturday, February 21, the fourth day of Ramzan 1447 AH/2026, marking the highest single-day attendance recorded during…
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Iranians fear war as US military buildup intensifies ahead of Geneva talks
Tehran: As the United States assembles its greatest military firepower in decades in the Middle East, Iranians are warily awaiting the next round of talks with the US in Geneva this week…
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India, Israel to upgrade ties to ‘special strategic partnership’ during Modi visit
Jerusalem: India and Israel’s relations will be upgraded to a “special strategic partnership” during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit, marking a “significant leap ahead” similar to Jerusalem’s ties with countries such as…
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US plans first-ever passport services at Israeli settlement in West Bank
Jerusalem: The US embassy in Jerusalem plans to offer consular services for the first time at an Israeli settlement in the occupied West Bank. A statement posted Wednesday to the US embassy’s…
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India, Israel begin talks for FTA, aim to boost commercial ties
New Delhi: India and Israel have started the first round of negotiations for a free trade agreement (FTA) here with an aim to further boost commercial ties and promote investments, an official…
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Saudi Arabia starts Haj 2026 registration process for residents
Riyadh: Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Haj and Umrah has announced the opening of registration for those wishing to perform Haj 1447 AH/2026 from within the Kingdom, including citizens and residents holding valid…
