If Europe wants war with Russia, ‘we are ready,’ says Putin as he meets US envoys over Ukraine deal
Washington has presented a 28-point draft to end the conflict, later amended after criticism from Kyiv and Europe, which viewed...
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Hezbollah says has ‘right’ to respond to Israel’s killing of military commander
Hezbollah's leader on Friday said the group had the right to respond to Israel's assassination of its top military chief...
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Erdogan plays down row over Saudi-hosted Super cup
Friday night's Turkish Super Cup between Galatasaray and Fenerbahce had been due to be played in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. But...
- Turkish President Erdogan said turning sports into a political issue "is wrong"
- Both teams wanted to warm up in shirts featuring the image of Mustafa Kemal Ataturk
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Russia vows revenge as 21 die in Ukrainian attack
The Belgorod attack came a day after Ukraine said a barrage of Russian missile strikes on several cities killed at...
- The authorities in Russia said the death toll included at least three children
- The attack came a day after Ukraine said Russian missile strikes killed at least 40 people
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US shoots downs anti-ship missiles fired from Yemen
The US Central Command said the missiles were fired from the area controlled by the Iran-backed Houthi rebels, describing it...
- The Houthi attacks are endangering a transit route that carries up to 12% of global trade
- US forces in Iraq and Syria have also repeatedly come under fire from drone and rocket attacks
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GCC makes pivotal strides in development, diplomacy
In 2023, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman and Kuwait collectively advanced in technology and sustainable development, achieving global integration.
- In 2023, the region including Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman and Kuwait, collectively advanced in technology and sustainable development, achieving global integration.
- From Saudi Arabia's ambitious Al-Diriyah project to the UAE's leadership role in hosting COP28, each nation contributed uniquely to the region's dynamic presence on world stage.
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Hamas denounces US munitions ’emergency’ sale to Israel
Gaza City, Palestinian Territories - The Strip's Hamas rulers on Saturday condemned the US approval of a $147.5 million sale of...
- The United States announced the sale of the 155mm artillery munitions on Friday under an emergency provision.
- Hamas said the sale was "clear evidence of the American administration's full sponsorship of this criminal war".
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Gaza ministry says 21,672 killed in war with Israel
The Hamas-run health ministry here said that at least 21,672 people have been killed in the territory since the war...
- Israeli forces have rounded up thousands of Gazans during their ground offensive, with 99 healthcare workers still among the detainees according to the ministry.
- The fighting has put 23 hospitals and 53 health centers out of service, while 104 ambulances have been destroyed, the ministry said.
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19 pro-Iran fighters killed in Syria strikes, says monitor
Air strikes in eastern Syria "likely" launched by Israel killed at least 19 pro-Iran fighters, a war monitor said. The...
- A US military official, requesting anonymity, said the "US did not conduct any defensive strikes overnight".
- The war monitor said the strikes targeted military positions in Albu Kamal and its surroundings in Deir Ezzor province.
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Egypt leads Arab world in population with 113m citizens
DUBAI, UAE – Egypt stands as the most populous Arab country with 113 million people, marking it the 14th largest...
- Iran and Turkey, with populations of 89 million and 86 million respectively, demonstrate substantial numbers in the Middle East region.
- The data, highlighting population sizes of various countries worldwide, pointed out that the global population has reached 8.082 billion.
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Morocco law reform offers hope for women’s rights
Rabat, Morocco - Two decades after a landmark but limited revision of Morocco's family law marked a breakthrough for women, activists...
- The reform of the legal code was ordered by King Mohammed VI, who is expected to have the final say in any disputes over the new law.
- A committee tasked with drafting the changes was formed in September and includes the justice minister as well as judicial and religious figures.
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ACC holds workshop in Jordan on dangers of human trafficking
AMMAN, JORDAN - Amman Chamber of Commerce (ACC), in cooperation with Ministry of Justice and Jordan Judicial Council (JJC), organized...
- The workshop aims to introduce human trafficking crime in Jordanian law and global pacts and the measures taken at the national level to help victims.
- The workshop reflects the "important" role played by national institutions in combating human trafficking and raise awareness of its dangers.
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If Europe wants war with Russia, ‘we are ready,’ says Putin as he meets US envoys over Ukraine deal
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US halting some shipments of military aid to Ukraine
The White House said Tuesday it is halting some key weapons shipments to Ukraine that were promised under the Biden...
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Macron, Putin discuss Iran, Ukraine in first talks since 2022
One week after a ceasefire ended Israel's 12-day war with Iran, the two men also discussed Tehran's nuclear programme, with...
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Israel expands Gaza campaign ahead of Netanyahu’s US visit
The intensified operations came after days of mounting calls for a ceasefire, with US President Donald Trump -- whom Netanyahu...
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Eight-country coalition aims to tax luxury air travel
Seville, Spain -- Countries including France, Kenya, Barbados and Spain on Monday launched a coalition to push for taxes on...
- The coalition said it would work to increase the number of countries taxing plane tickets, including business-class travel, and private jets.
- Greenpeace welcomed an "important step" to raise more money from "the most elite and polluting form of travel", which has remained "undertaxed".
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British FM David Lammy in Turkey to bolster trade ties
Britain's top diplomat David Lammy held top-level talks in Ankara Monday that touched on developments in the Middle East and...
- It was the first official visit by the British foreign secretary who took office a year ago, and held talks with his Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan and President Erdogan
- Speaking after the talks, Fidan said the pair discussed the 12-day Iran-Israel war that ended nearly a week ago, and the importance of shoring up the ceasefire
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Gaza rescuers say Israeli forces kill 48 as ceasefire calls mount
The swift resolution of Israel's 12-day war with Iran has revived hopes for a halt to the fighting in Gaza,...
- The swift resolution of Israel's 12-day war with Iran has revived hopes for a halt to the fighting in Gaza, where over 20 months of combat have created dire humanitarian conditions
- US President Trump has recently urged Israel to "make the deal in Gaza", while key mediator Qatar said that "momentum" had been created by the truce with Iran last week