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Egyptian Prez, Jewish Congress chief discuss Mideast stability
Cairo: Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi and President of the World Jewish Congress Ronald S. Lauder discussed ways to restore stability in the Middle East. During a meeting in the Egyptian capital Cairo…
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Interpol to establish regional office in Saudi Arabia
Interpol, the world’s largest international police organisation, has announced plans to establish a regional office for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) in Saudi Arabia. The announcement followed the signing of…
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Photos: Saudi Arabia unveils designs for ‘Dream of the Desert’ luxury train
Riyadh: Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) and the Italian hospitality company Arsenale have officially unveiled the final designs for the ‘Dream of the Desert’, the first five-star luxury train in the Middle East. This…
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Hezbollah affirms right to respond to Israeli occupation
Beirut: Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem reaffirmed the group’s stance on Israel’s withdrawal from southern Lebanon, stating that the deadline had passed, and no extensions would be tolerated. “Any delay in withdrawal is…
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Pioneer of heart surgery Dr KM Cherian passes away at 82
India lost one of its greatest heart surgeons Dr KM Cherian who passed away at the age of 82. He was in Bengaluru to attend a wedding when he collapsed. Despite rushing…
- Middle East
Palestinian president condemns Trump’s suggestion on Gaza
Ramallah: The office of Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has sharply condemned US President Donald Trump’s suggestion to “clean out” the Gaza Strip and request that Egypt and Jordan take in more Palestinians.…
- Middle East
Indian expats in UAE celebrate Republic Day with patriotic fervor
In a significant move, Indian expats and Non-Resident Indians (NRI) commemorated India’s 76th Republic Day across the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Saturday and Sunday, January 26 with vibrant and emotional celebrations.…
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Documentary on Israeli occupation in West Bank earns Oscar nomination
A documentary shedding light on the harsh realities and struggles faced by the Palestinian community under Israeli occupation in the West Bank has been nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary.…
- Middle East
Air India express hikes free baggage allowance for India-Middle East flights
Air India Express released new details on Tuesday, January 21, announcing significant updates including an increase in free check-in baggage allowance for passengers on international flights to the Middle East and Singapore.…
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Trump considering to visit Middle East, but ‘not immediately’
Washington: US President Donald Trump on Tuesday said he is considering going to the Middle East, but not immediately amid the return of hostages, as he reiterated that the attack on Israel…
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Iran’s top commander declares Gaza ceasefire a ‘biggest defeat’ for Israel
The commander of the Quds Force of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC), Esmail Qa’ani on Sunday, January 19 lauded the ongoing ceasefire agreement between Israel and the Palestinian-based resistance group Hamas. Qa’ani…
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Israel-Hamas deal is “best in the circumstances,” says Talmiz Ahmad, an expert on ME affairs
New Delhi: Talmiz Ahmad, former ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Oman and the United Arab Emirates, has said that the Israel-Hamas deal, which comes into effect on Sunday (June 19) is the “best in the…
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Israel reserves right to return to war if Gaza ceasefire deal fails: Netanyahu
Tel Aviv: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said that Israel reserves the right to resume fighting Hamas if its ceasefire-for-hostages deal with the militant group falls apart and that it would…