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Pakistan ‘put arms around’ Mir after catch blunder, says Morkel
Pakistan bowling coach Morne Morkel on Saturday said the whole team will "put their arms around" Usama Mir after his dropped catch opened the doors for Australia to clinch a crucial World Cup victory.Leg-spinner Mir, playing in his!-->!-->!-->…
First of 20 aid trucks enter besieged Gaza from Egypt
The first of 20 trucks carrying humanitarian aid entered the war-torn and besieged Gaza Strip on Saturday through the Rafah border crossing with Egypt, said AFP correspondents on both sides.UN humanitarian chief Martin Griffiths said!-->!-->!-->…
Israel-Hamas war: What risks face the energy sector?
The escalation of hostilities between Israel and Hamas could further strain global oil and gas supplies, already disrupted by Russia's invasion of Ukraine, experts have warned.Increases in oil prices in response to the conflict,!-->!-->!-->…
Biden requests $106 billion national security package, including Ukraine, Israel funds
In a significant development on Friday, U.S. President Joe Biden urgently requested a $106 billion national security package, which includes military aid for Ukraine and Israel. However, this request faces obstacles due to political!-->…
Macron praises Qatar’s role in securing release of US hostages held by Hamas
French President Emmanuel Macron commended the crucial role played by Qatar in securing the release of two American hostages held by the Palestinian militant group Hamas since their attack on Israel on October 7. Speaking to a group of!-->…
Lebanon national carrier halves flights amid fears of Israel war
Lebanon's national carrier, Middle East Airlines (MEA), announced a significant reduction in its flight operations as ongoing tensions along the border with Israel and recent tit-for-tat incidents have raised concerns of a potential!-->…
Saudi Arabia to host UNWTO General Assembly in 2025
Saudi Arabia has been chosen as the host country for the 26th General Assembly of the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) in 2025. This momentous announcement was made during the 25th session of the UNWTO General Assembly, a!-->…
Missiles strike Ain Al-Asad air base in western Iraq
In a recent incident, unidentified drones and missiles targeted the Ain Al-Asad air base, a facility housing US and coalition forces in western Iraq. The attack occurred on Thursday night and resulted in multiple explosions, according to!-->…
Bomb, death threats force relocation of Muslim group’s annual banquet
A national Muslim civil rights group, the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), announced on Thursday its decision to relocate its annual banquet due to bomb and death threats directed at the Marriott Crystal Gateway hotel in!-->…
Historic GCC-ASEAN Summit in Saudi Arabia strengthens regional ties
Leaders from Southeast Asia have converged on the Saudi capital for the historic Association of Southeast Asian Nations-Gulf Cooperation Council Summit, which took place on Friday.The summit's primary objective is to foster!-->!-->!-->…
Egypt’s Sisi rejects Gaza refugee influx, blames Israel for aid block
Egypt's president said Wednesday he would not allow any mass influx of refugees from Gaza, saying it would set a precedent for "the displacement of Palestinians from the West Bank into Jordan".After talks with visiting German!-->!-->!-->…
Belgium, Sweden want tougher powers to expel irregular migrants
The Belgian and Swedish prime ministers on Wednesday called for better border controls and more coordinated powers in the European Union to expel irregular migrants, after an attack in Brussels left two people dead.Belgium and Sweden!-->!-->!-->…
Angry protests across Muslim world after Gaza hospital strike
Thousands rallied across the Arab and Muslim world on Wednesday to protest the deaths of hundreds of people in a strike on a Gaza hospital that they blame on Israel, despite its denials.Condemnation was widespread across the region and!-->!-->!-->…
Israelis near Gaza decry lack of help as long war looms
Israelis living in border communities near the Gaza Strip are bracing for a long and hard war with Hamas -- some heeding evacuation calls but others staying put."It's the devil that's attacking us," said Gil, a reservist stationed in!-->!-->!-->…
Pakistan state airline grounds dozens of flights over fuel bills
Pakistan's embattled national airline carrier this week cancelled dozens of domestic and international flights because it could not afford to pay its fuel bills, officials said Wednesday.State-run Pakistan International Airlines (PIA),!-->!-->!-->…
Gaza-Israel conflict: Opportunity and risk for Russia’s Putin
The conflict between Hamas and Israel is both an opportunity and a risk for Russian President Vladimir Putin, who has been mired in pressing his invasion of Ukraine for the past 19 months.Here is an overview of five of Putin's!-->!-->!-->…
Exchange of fire on Israel-Lebanon border amid Gaza war
The Israeli army said on Wednesday it had "thwarted a terrorist cell" in Lebanon, accusing unidentified militants across the border of firing mortar shells at Israel while its war with Hamas raged.The army said in a statement its!-->!-->!-->…
Egyptian President invites Iraqi PM to attend urgent summit on Gaza
The Iraqi Prime Minister, Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, was formally invited by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi to participate in an imminent summit addressing the escalating crisis in Gaza. The invitation was extended on Tuesday, as!-->…
Saudi Arabia condemns Israeli airstrike on Gaza hospital
Saudi Arabia has decried the heinous act committed by Israeli forces, accusing them of targeting the Al-Ahli Baptist Hospital in Gaza through a devastating airstrike.This tragic incident has resulted in the loss of hundreds of innocent!-->!-->!-->…
Turkey extends Iraq cross-border operations by two years
Turkey's parliament has voted to extend the military's authorization for cross-border operations into Iraq and Syria for an additional two years. This extension, which was approved on Tuesday, marks a continuation of a policy first!-->…
Israeli military urges northern Gaza residents to evacuate South amid escalating tensions
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have issued a renewed call for residents of the northern Gaza Strip and Gaza City to evacuate southwards. This call, made on Wednesday, urges residents to head towards the area of al-Mawasi, situated!-->…
Hamas releases first video of hostage in Gaza
Hamas has unveiled a video showcasing one of their hostages in the Gaza Strip. The brief clip features 21-year-old Mia Schem, a French-Israeli woman, lying on a bed with her right arm being attended to, displaying a prominent fresh scar.
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Iraqi Foreign Minister urges unified front to halt Israeli violations against Palestinians
Fuad Hussein, the Iraqi Minister of Foreign Affairs, has called for a unified international stance to put an end to Israel's ongoing infringements against the Palestinian population.Hussein's plea was made during a crucial meeting!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
Iraq hosts 39th Council of Arab Ministers of Justice, urgent calls for Gaza humanitarian aid
The 39th session of the Council of Arab Ministers of Justice commenced on Monday in the Iraqi capital, Baghdad, as Arab ministers and officials gathered to discuss regional cooperation. The event was marked by Iraq's Prime Minister,!-->…
Iraqi PM Al-Sudani holds urgent phone call with US President Biden to address escalating Gaza crisis
Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani engaged in a crucial telephone conversation with United States President Joe Biden, focusing on the deepening crisis in Gaza.At the heart of their discussion was the pressing need to contain!-->!-->!-->…
India’s Supreme Court rejects legalization of same-sex marriage, emphasizes LGBTQ rights
India's highest court has declined to legally recognize same-sex marriages, disappointing campaigners seeking equal rights for the LGBTQ community under Indian law.The verdict was delivered by a five-judge constitution bench led by!-->!-->!-->…
Community Op-Ed: Investing in clean, green public space for all New Yorkers
So much of New York City’s history was about changing the natural environment – cutting it down, clearing it out, paving it over.But going forward, we know that the future is about working with nature, building a greener, cleaner,!-->!-->!-->…
China hosts BRI summit amid Israel-Gaza war shadow
China has planned to host a forum attended by representatives from 130 countries, but the Israel-Gaza war casts a shadow over the event as the international community calls on an assertive China to help de-escalate the conflict.Russian!-->!-->!-->…
Iraqi Foreign Minister holds talks with EU ambassador on Israeli actions in Gaza
The Iraqi Minister of Foreign Affairs, Fuad Hussein, engaged in discussions on the latest developments in Palestine with the Ambassador of the European Union (EU) to Iraq, Thomas Seiler, this Sunday.The talks centered on multiple!-->!-->!-->…
Massive rally in Baghdad demonstrates overwhelming support for Palestine
In a remarkable display of unity and support for Palestinians, an estimated 500,000 Iraqis gathered in the heart of Baghdad, specifically Tahrir Square, to voice their unwavering solidarity with the Palestinian people, particularly those!-->…