World
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Iran war: US job openings slip to 7.4 million, markets resilient
US job openings fell slightly in June, but the labour market continued to show resilience in the face of an economic shock from fighting in Iran and the closure of the Strait…
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US used up ‘virtually all’ of its long-range missiles in Iran war
The United States Army has reportedly used up most its stockpile of highly accurate long-range missiles during its war with Iran, reaching the fifth month, Reuters reported. Citing sources familiar with the…
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Millions join Arbaeen pilgrimage in Iraq amid regional tensions
Baghdad: Millions of Shiite Muslims observed the annual Arbaeen pilgrimage Tuesday, August 4, in the Iraqi holy city of Karbala, under the shadow of ongoing regional tensions and fears of another round…
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Support I receive in India is simply unbelievable: Netanyahu
The close ties between Israel and India were once again under the spotlight after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin “Bibi” Netanyahu highlighted his friendship with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, describing him as “one…
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Does Iran still need nuclear weapon after Hormuz leverage?
Sydney: As the US war against Iran drags on with no end in sight, an important question has faded into the background. Does Iran want a nuclear weapon, and if so, can…
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25 US states move court against Trump’s tariffs on India, others
Washington: A coalition of 25 Democratic-led US states has challenged President Donald Trump’s decision to impose tariffs on 60 economies, including India. The states contend that the measure, which affects countries accounting…
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Board of Peace envoy meets Netanyahu on Gaza disarmament
Jerusalem: The Board of Peace official overseeing Gaza’s postwar transition met on Monday with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, according to a statement, in part to discuss a new disarmament deal the…
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Trump says Iran ‘begged’ for talks, warns of ‘total surrender’
US President Donald Trump on Monday, August 3, claimed Iran had privately sought negotiations with Washington while publicly denying any contact, warning that US pressure would continue until Tehran agreed to a…
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US used 2,000-pound bomb on Iran family home, killing 3: Report
A United States airstrike on Iran’s Qeshm Island on Thursday, July 30, killed three members of a family and was likely carried out using a 2,000-pound bomb, according to an investigation by…
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Air India, Azerbaijan Airlines enter into codeshare partnership
New Delhi: Air India and Azerbaijan Airlines have entered into a codeshare partnership that will provide more travel options for passengers while improving connectivity across both airlines’ networks between India and Azerbaijan.…
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At least 35 killed in Sudan army drone strike on Darfur court
Khartoum: At least 35 people were killed in a Sudanese army drone strike on a civil court in Sudan’s Darfur region, a rights group said. Emergency Lawyers, an independent group documenting atrocities…
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Maryland Governor praises Telugu role in state’s growth
Washington: Lauding the contribution of the Telugu community, Governor of the US state of Maryland Wes Moore said it was at the forefront of the state’s emergence as a technology and medical…
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Iran rejects Trump claim of talks, Hormuz focus remains
Iran on Monday, August 3, denied US President Donald Trump’s claim that negotiations between Washington and Tehran were set to begin, while confirming that discussions with Oman on a temporary shipping arrangement…
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UAE urged Trump to take decisive action on Iran: Report
Washington: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) urged US President Donald Trump to take more decisive action against Iran, while Saudi Arabia pressed for diplomacy to ease regional tensions, The Wall Street Journal…
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Trump announces fresh Iran talks amid Gulf mediation efforts
Washington: US President Donald Trump said that negotiations with Iran will begin on Monday, August 3, noting that Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Qatar had asked the United States…
