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Iran warns Bahrain, others over Hormuz access ‘forever’
Iran has warned Bahrain and other regional governments against backing a US-supported resolution concerning the Strait of Hormuz, threatening “severe consequences” and warning they could lose access to the strategic waterway “forever”.…
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Viral video: Telangana man appeals rescue after Saudi shepherd job fraud
Riyadh: A 23-year-old man from Telangana has appealed for rescue from Saudi Arabia after he was allegedly forced to work as a shepherd in a remote desert region despite being promised a…
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Israel to release Global Sumud Flotilla activists Saif, Thiago
Saif Abukeshek and Thiago Ávila are to be released from Israeli detention, the Global Sumud Flotilla said on Saturday, May 9, adding that they are awaiting more details. “We welcome the news…
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After stroke in Saudi Arabia, Indian expat finally returns home
Riyadh: The Indian Embassy in Saudi Arabia has facilitated the return of a 59-year-old Indian expatriate who suffered a stroke while residing in Riyadh. Raees Khan, a native of Raebareli in Uttar…
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US awaits Iran response as Hormuz tensions threaten ceasefire efforts
As the US-Israeli war on Iran entered its 71st day on Saturday, May 9, the United States said it expected a response from Tehran to a proposed ceasefire framework amid renewed tensions…
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US disables two Iranian oil tankers trying to break Hormuz blockade
The United States said it disabled two Iranian-flagged oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman on Friday, May 8, intensifying maritime tensions in the region even as Washington and Tehran continue indirect…
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Arab prosecutor injured during police raid over noise complaint
An Arab Israeli prosecutor working for Israel’s Southern District Attorney’s Office was hospitalised after a police raid on his apartment in Be’er Sheva, according to Israeli media reports. The prosecutor, identified as…
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Emirates rewards staff with 20-week bonus after historic profit performance
Dubai’s Emirates Group has announced a 20-week salary bonus for eligible employees after the airline reported record financial results for the 2025-26 fiscal year, despite severe disruption to Gulf aviation during the…
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Sudan farmers fear hunger crisis as Iran war drives up fuel, fertiliser costs
Omdurman: Two years after Sudan’s war forced him from his land, Omer al-Hassan returned to rebuild his farm. But now a new conflict in the Middle East threatens to push him deeper…
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Iran war: UAE reports new missile, drone attack amid fragile ceasefire
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) said its air defence systems were responding to a missile and drone attack early on Friday, May 8, as renewed regional tensions threatened to undermine a fragile…
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Iran accuses US of ceasefire breach after Hormuz exchange of fire
Iran accused the United States of violating a fragile ceasefire after Washington and Iranian forces exchanged fire in and around the Strait of Hormuz, intensifying tensions across the Gulf and raising fears…
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Lebanon, Israel to hold new talks in Washington next week
Lebanon and Israel are due to hold a fresh round of negotiations in Washington on May 14 and 15 as international efforts intensify to prevent further escalation in the Middle East and…
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Alcoholic beverage industry seeks price hike amid rising costs from West Asia crisis
New Delhi: Alcoholic beverage makers have sought a reasonable price hike from state governments to deal with pressures arising out of rising can and bottle costs due to supply chain disruptions triggered…
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‘Entire world would be hostage’ if Iran acquires nuclear weapon, says Trump
US President Donald Trump on Thursday, May 7, warned that the world would face serious consequences if Iran obtains a nuclear weapon, as diplomatic efforts to end the conflict in West Asia…
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Telangana govt discusses jobs with Israel delegation amid deepening ties
Hyderabad: Telangana Labour Minister Gaddam Vivek on Wednesday, May 6, discussed overseas employment opportunities for people of the state with an Israeli delegation. The meeting organised by the Telangana Overseas Manpower Company…
