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UK sanctions 24 Iranian officials for crackdown on protesters
Tehran: Britain on Monday said it is sanctioning 24 Iranian officials over the ongoing crackdown on protests against the death of Mahasa Amini. The sanctions, coordinated with international partners, include Iranian communications…
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UN Human Rights Council to discuss situation in Iran
The UN Human Rights Council on Monday said it would hold a special session to discuss the crackdown on protestors in Iran which has left hundreds dead. The UNHRC will conduct a…
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Iran urges Iraq to ensure security along common borders
Tehran: Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) called on officials from the Iraqi government to fulfill their commitments to upholding the good neighbourliness principles and ensuring the security of the two countries’…
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Qatar unviels mini forest at airport ahead of FIFA World Cup
Doha: Hamad International Airport (HIA) officially unveils its impressive airport expansion project to the world, enriching passengers’ experiences and transforming HIA into an extraordinary destination where any journey is worthwhile. Akbar Al…
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Harry Potter-themed land to come up at Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island
Abu Dhabi: A Harry Potter-themed land will be coming to Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, within the world’s largest indoor theme park, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, the Abu Dhabi Media Office (ADMO) reported. The Middle…
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Yemeni Houthis send ‘warning’ to foreign oil tanker
Sanaa: Yemen’s Houthi group has said that they have warned a foreign oil tanker not to load crude oil in a government-controlled port in the Yemeni southeastern province of Shabwa. “We have…
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7 killed in traffic accident in Turkey
Ankara: A traffic accident on Monday in eastern Turkey left at least seven people dead and several others injured. A passenger bus collided with a truck and caught fire in the eastern…
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Biden assures Netanyahu of unwavering support for Israel
Washington: During a phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to congratulate him on his re-election, US President Joe Biden “underscored his unwavering support for Israel’s security”, the White House said…
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Shah Rukh Khan to attend Sharjah International Book Fair
Dubai: Bollywood Super Star Shah Rukh Khan is set to attend the Sharjah International Book Fair on November 11. Sharjah Book Authority confirmed this in a statement. “The legend of Indian and…
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Syria: Rocket hits refugee camp; kills six including children
A rocket struck a refugee camp in Idlib on Sunday killing six persons including two children. 75 people are said to be injured. The government forces have been blamed for the attack…
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UAE President calls for rain prayers on Nov 11 as winter sets in
Dubai: The president of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Sunday called for rain prayers on November 11. The special prayers will be performed in mosques across…
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Saudi Arabia begins hiring Filipino workers; fixes minimum wage at Rs 3.76L
Riyadh: Saudi Arabia will on Monday begin hiring domestic workers from the Philippines at a fixed maximum wage of SAR 17288 (Rs 3,76,461.01). The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development has…
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Mahzooz Draw: Three expats win Dh 100,000 each
Dubai: Three expats from India, Pakistan, and the UK, participating in the Mahzooz Draw on Sunday won the first prize of Dh 100,000 each. The winners were identified as Anas from the…
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52 floors, 1334 stairs: Race to the top of Emirates Towers in Dubai
Dubai: Dubai Holding, a major investment firm in the United Arab Emirates is organising Dubai Holding SkyRun 2022 a stair climbing race on Saturday, November 12 to the top of the Jumeirah…
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Israeli extremist leader vows to increase attacks on Palestine if he becomes minister
Israeli extremist leader Itmar Ben-Gvir on November 3 promised to increase violence against Palestinians if he becomes interior security minister in the new government. He has also vowed to tighten the security…
