World
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China sets lower economic growth target for this year
Beijing: China on Thursday, March 5, lowered its GDP target to 4.5 to 5 per cent for this year in the face of Trump’s trade tariff war, the worsening global crisis following…
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Capitol scuffle with anti-war activist leaves 3 officers injured
Washington: A protester and three US Capitol Police officers were treated for injuries in a Senate office building on Wednesday, March 4, after the protester resisted arrest for disruptive behaviour and grabbed…
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Nepal holds first election since Gen Z–led protests against govt
Kathmandu: Nepalese started reaching polling booths on Thursday, March 5, morning to cast their votes in thecrucial general elections, the first since a violent Gen Z-led protest that toppled the K P…
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UK imposes study visa bans on Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar, Sudan
London: The UK on Wednesday imposed a study visa ban on four countries accused of using the route as a backdoor entry to seek permanent refuge in the country, as part of…
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Sri Lanka rescues Iranian sailors off distressed vessel near southern Galle district
Colombo: Sri Lanka has rescued at least 30 Iranian sailors from a distressed Iranian frigate in the southern waters of the island nation early Wednesday, Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath said. In response…
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Mojtaba, Khamenei’s son, is Iran’s probable next Supreme Leader
Dubai: Mojtaba Khamenei, a son of Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has long been considered a contender to the post of the country’s next paramount ruler — even before an…
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Iran, US have been at war for decades – there’s no end in sight
Long Beach: It may seem that the United States (US) and the Middle East are currently embarking on yet another forever war. But the truth is that this is just the latest…
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Spain PM stands firm on opposition to war in Iran despite Trump’s threat
Madrid: Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez once again criticised the US and Israel’s military actions in Iran, standing firm on Wednesday, March 4, against fresh trade threats from Washington and warning that…
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Attacks against Iran target global peace and security: Consul General
On February 28, on the eve of Nowruz and on the 10th day of the holy month of Ramzan, the United States and the Zionist regime, in a gross violation of Iran’s territorial…
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What is Strait of Hormuz and why does its closure matter to global economy?
Kingston (Canada): The joint attack launched by the United States and Israel on Iran began on February 27 and has sparked a fast-moving conflict that could expand across the Middle East. Iran’s…
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Iran war disrupts global cargo supply chains beyond oil
New York: The Iran war has effectively halted oil tanker movement in the key Strait of Hormuz. But it’s also disrupting the wider global supply chain beyond oil, affecting everything from pharmaceuticals…
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US-Israel attack Iran Day 5: Tehran threatens to target Israeli embassies worldwide
Iran’s armed forces have issued a strong warning stating that Israeli diplomatic missions across the globe could become targets if Israel attacks Iran’s mission in Lebanon. Meanwhile, explosions were heard in Iran’s…
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China to unveil priorities for coming 5 years at major annual political meeting
Bangkok: China’s ceremonial legislature is set to meet Thursday, March 5, where it will unveil the country’s policy direction and economic goals for the coming years. The meeting is held in Beijing,…
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Nearly 3 million illegal immigrants leave US, says DHS Secretary Noem
Washington: Nearly three million “illegal aliens” have left the United States of America during President Donald Trump’s second term as a result of stepped-up enforcement, Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi…
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Netanyahu takes gamble on US support for Israel with war against Iran
Jerusalem: Throughout his political career, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has steered his country along two pillars of foreign policy: an ironclad partnership with the United States and a relentless diplomatic and…
