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UN peacekeepers launch probe into rocket fire, air strikes in Lebanon
Beirut: The UN Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) has opened an investigation into the rocket launches and air strikes that took place in the southern part of the country in the past…
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Six killed as microbus, tractor collide in Egypt
Cairo: At least six people were killed and eight others wounded as a microbus collided with a farming tractor in Egypt’s Giza province adjacent to the capital Cairo, an Egyptian Health Ministry…
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Israel extends closure of Palestinian territories amid tensions
Jerusalem: Israel has announced that all crossing points of the occupied West Bank and Gaza Strip would remain closed until Thursday for security reasons. Entry permits to Israel for working purposes or…
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Saudi Arabia’s team arrives in Iran to discuss embassy reopening
Tehran: A technical delegation from Saudi Arabia has arrived in Iran to assess the situation and discuss the procedures for the reopening of the Saudi embassy and consulate general in the country.…
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Riyadh’s Karimnagar Committee – Unsung heroes serving in rain or shine
Jeddah: In a world of constant connection through social media and cell phones, many expatriates have likely found themselves still feeling disconnected from those around them. Many NRIs don’t even know the…
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Saudi Arabia reveals average time to perform Umrah
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has revealed that the total average time for performing Umrah rituals from the beginning of Tawaf to the end of Sai is 104 minutes. This…
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Video: Robot serves Iftar meals in Saudi Arabia’s capital
Riyadh: A robot in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s capital Riyadh is serving Iftar meals to fasting people during the holy month of Ramzan. A video clip circulating on social media platforms…
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Saudi provides $240M for Pakistan’s hydropower dam
Riyadh: Saudi Arabia signed a USD 240 million loan agreement with Pakistan on Friday to support the Mohmand Multipurpose Dam Project, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Economic Affairs…
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Saudi’s Al-Hilal makes ‘official offer’ to Lionel Messi
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s football club, Al Hilal, has offered Argentine star, Lionel Messi, a salary of over 400 million euros (Rs 35,99,18,15,088) per year, which will make him the…
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Indonesian pilgrim suffers heart attack at Madinah airport, medical team to rescue
Riyadh: The medical team saved the life of a Indonesian pilgrim who suffered a heart attack at Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Madinah. The airport health control center received an…
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Yemen govt officials in Saudi Arabia to discuss 3-yr plan to end civil war
Aden: Yemen government officials have gathered in Saudi Arabia to discuss a comprehensive three-year peace plan to end the country’s prolomged civil war, a diplomat said here. “Saudi Defence Minister Khalid bin…
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Land sales in Istanbul area on rise after February earthquake
Istanbul: Turkey has seen a booming real estate market since the massive February 6 earthquakes, which was pushed by a souring demand for so-called earthquake-resistant new homes in major cities in western…
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Saudi Arabia: Eid Al-Fitr holiday for students announced
The Eid Al-Fitr 2023 school holiday in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) will begin on Thursday, April 13, local media reported. Eid Al-Fitr is expected to begin on Friday, April 21, but the…
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Tensions remain along Israel’s borders with Lebanon, Gaza Strip
Jerusalem: Tensions have remained high despite an easing of the fightings between Israel and militants in Lebanon and the Gaza Strip, lowering fears of a major escalation in the region. On Friday…
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S Africa to appeal judgement by UAE court on extradition of Gupta brothers
Johannesburg: South Africa will appeal the decision by a court of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to decline the extradition of the Indian-origin Gupta brothers to be tried in the country for…
