Saudi-led coalition warns of intervention against Yemen separatists
The statements came a day after reported Saudi airstrikes on separatist positions in Yemen's Hadramawt province — and after Washington...
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Saudi Arabia urges Yemen separatists to cede seized territory
The Kingdom said the military movements in the governorates of (Hadramawt and Al-Mahra), recently conducted by the Southern Transitional Council,...
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Boeing spots new ‘problems’ in 737
The fuselage problems could slow down deliveries.
- Boeing Commercial Airplanes chief executive Stan Deal said, "This past Thursday, a supplier notified us of a non-conformance in some 737 fuselages"
- Deal said employees offered suggestions on more than 1,000 improvements since a series of training events following the January 5 incident
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EU adopts cavalier approach in its desire for primacy
For EU leaders, it is their way or the highway as the wealthy, powerful bloc seeks to tame opposition and...
- Some reports say that Brussels had made a "confidential plan" to ruin Hungary's economy, shatter investor confidence, destroy its currency
- When non-Western countries accuse the West about their unfair trade sanctions, Western pundits dismiss the accusations as conspiracy theories
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Russian president to make ‘imminent’ visit to Turkey
Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has managed to maintain trade and political relations with both Ukraine and Russia, allowing Russia...
- Turkey's media have mentioned February 12 as a likely date of Putin's visit
- The war in Gaza, energy, Black Sea trade routes and Syria will likely be discussed
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Blinken to arrive in Middle East to press for truce
The US secretary of state is expected to discuss a proposed truce hammered out in a Paris meeting in January...
- The US top diplomat is expected to visit Saudi Arabia, Israel, Egypt and Qatar
- He stressed the need for urgently addressing humanitarian needs in Gaza
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UNRWA plays key role in regional security, stability
The UAE's top diplomat reiterated the UAE's steadfast support for UNRWA, emphasizing that in light of current challenges, sustaining its...
- UAE commits to continuous support for UNRWA, highlighting the agency's role in humanitarian relief.
- The country stresses the need for a lasting ceasefire to protect civilians and support Palestinian people.
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Hamas weighs Gaza truce as fighting nears fifth month
The Gaza health ministry said that at least 127 people were killed in Israeli strikes in the previous 24 hours...
- Blinken will begin his trip in Saudi Arabia before visits to Israel, Egypt and Qatar
- The war has also sent regional tensions soaring, with a surge in attacks in the region
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WEF24: Gulf cities spearhead global investment surge
GCC cities such as Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Riyadh showcase dynamic growth, rivalling global metropolises, says Julien Hawari, CEO &...
- GCC cities such as Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Riyadh showcase dynamic growth, rivalling global metropolises, says Julien Hawari, CEO & Founder of Special Edition and Million.
- He attributes the Gulf's economic boom to transformative business and government practices, and inclusive policies that promote diversity and attract international talent.
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RTA inks agreement to develop entry/exit points for Dubai Harbor
DUBAI, UAE - The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) of the Emirate has entered into a strategic partnership with ‘Shamal...
- The bridge extends from Sheikh Zayed Road to Dubai Harbour, an exceptional seafront district that hosts the region’s marina.
- RTA would construct a bridge of two lanes in each direction spanning 1,500 meters and accommodating 6,000 vehicles per hour.
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Arab Israelis let out of Gaza recount ‘terrifying’ journey
JERUSALEM - When Fatima, an Arab Israeli married to a Palestinian from the Gaza Strip, fled Israel's bombardment of the...
- The majority of the Palestinian population, around 760,000 people, either fled or were forced from their homes during the first Arab-Israeli war.
- According to Israel's Central Bureau of Statistics, there are more than two million Arab Israelis today, accounting for 21 percent of the population.
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Jordan’s EMRC grants approvals for EV charging infrastructure
AMMAN, JORDAN - The Energy and Minerals Regulatory Commission (EMRC) has issued over 300 authorizations for the installation of electrical...
- EMRC records indicate a distribution of 49 publicly accessible charging stations alongside 14 privately owned stations.
- The capacity for the installation of multiple charging units at a single site, with 230 charging facilities holding establishment permits.
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Saudi-led coalition warns of intervention against Yemen separatists
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Urgent need for ‘global approach’ on AI regulation: UN tech chief
Geneva, Switzerland -- The world urgently needs to find a global approach on regulating artificial intelligence, the United Nations' top...
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Paris demands ‘explanation’ from airline over removal of Jewish teens
Paris, France - France's foreign minister has called the CEO of Spanish airline Vueling to demand an "explanation" after dozens...
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UNRWA chief says Gaza aid airdrops will not stop ‘starvation’, solve food shortages
The humanitarian situation in the Palestinian territory has gravely deteriorated in recent days, with international NGOs warning of soaring malnutrition...
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Trump says Hamas ‘didn’t want’ Gaza ceasefire deal as talks break down
The US president argued that the Palestinian militant group was not ready to hand over the remaining captives in Gaza...
- An Israeli official meanwhile told AFP air drops of aid would resume soon over the Gaza Strip, where aid groups warned of surging numbers of malnourished children
- After US and Israeli negotiators quit indirect talks with Hamas in Qatar, Trump said that "it was was too bad. Hamas didn't really want to make a deal. I think they want to die."
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Gaza civil defence says Israeli forces kill 28 people
Gaza's civil defence agency said Israeli military operations killed at least 23 people on Friday across the Palestinian territory, with...
- Civil defence spokesman Mahmud Bassal told AFP that five people were killed in a strike on Gaza City that hit a school building sheltering Palestinians displaced by the war
- Bassal said five others were killed when an Israeli strike hit a tent used by displaced Palestinians also in Gaza City, in the territory's north
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Hamas accuses US mediators of reneging on Gaza talks positions
"The negative statements of the US envoy Witkoff run completely counter to the context in which the last negotiations were...
- Indirect negotiations between Israel and Hamas for a ceasefire have reached an impasse, more than two weeks after they began.
- Naim accused Witkoff of backtracking, saying the US envoy had considered the discussions "positive" only a few days ago.