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Dozens killed while seeking food in Gaza as US envoy heads to Israel
Deir al-Balah: At least 48 Palestinians were killed and dozens were wounded Wednesday while waiting for food at a crossing in the Gaza Strip, according to a hospital that received the casualties.…
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US man who killed Palestinian-American boy dies in prison
A 73-year-old landlord from Illinois, a state in the Midwestern United States (US), who was sentenced to 53 years in prison for the murder of a Palestinian boy has died while in prison…
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Malta to recognise Palestinian state in September
Valleta: Malta has announced that it will formally recognise the State of Palestine during the upcoming United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in September. Maltese Prime Minister Robert Abela shared the announcement in…
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Influencers in UAE must now obtain ‘advertiser permit’
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Media Council on Wednesday, July 30, announced the launch of the ‘Advertiser Permit’ for individuals who publish promotional content on social media platforms. The permit…
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Makkah launches smart maps for real-time city insights
Makkah: The Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites (RCMC) has launched an interactive geospatial mapping service on its official digital platform. The new service allows users to explore up-to-date and…
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Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan promoted to Lieutenant General
Dubai: In a landmark decision, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, has been promoted to the rank of Lieutenant General. The promotion was announced…
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Over 150 Indian investors to attend UAE investment summit on Aug 2
Mumbai: More than 150 Indian investors are likely to participate in the UAE private investment summit in Mumbai on August 2. The summit will bring together over 150 curated attendees, including high…
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Netanyahu slams UK plan to recognise Palestine
Tel Aviv: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sharply criticised UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer over his plan to recognise the State of Palestine, accusing him of rewarding “monstrous terrorism” of Hamas. “Starmer…
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India backs two-state solution, urges direct Israel-Palestine dialogue at UN
United Nations: India told a high-level UN conference that global efforts must now focus on achieving a two-state solution to the Israel-Palestinian conflict through “purposeful dialogue and diplomacy”. It also said that…
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Starmer says UK will recognise Palestinian state unless Israel agrees to ceasefire
London: Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Tuesday the UK will recognise a Palestinian state in September – unless Israel agrees to a ceasefire in Gaza and takes steps toward long-term peace. Starmer…
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Netherlands labels Israel as national security threat
The Netherlands has identified Israel as a threat to its national security by spreading disinformation, endangering the lives of its citizens. According to a report by the National Coordinator for Security and…
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Nimisha Priya’s death sentence stands, MEA denies reprieve reports
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), on Tuesday, July 29, denied reports that Indian nurse Nimisha Priya, who is facing a death sentence in Yemen, has been reprieved. The previous day, the…
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Trump, Starmer to discuss Gaza amid Israeli strikes killing 34 Palestinians
Edinburgh: Israeli strikes killed at least 34 Palestinians before US President Donald Trump met with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Monday in Scotland, where they confirmed plans to discuss Gaza. A…
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UAE tops list for millionaire migration in 2025
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is projected to attract the highest number of millionaire migrants globally in 2025, with a net influx of 9,800 high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs), according to the…
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Syria to hold 1st parliamentary elections since Assad’s fall in Sept
Damascus: Syria will hold parliamentary elections in September, the head of a body tasked with organising the election process told state media Sunday. Mohammed Taha al-Ahmad, chairman of the Higher Committee for…
