Blinken heads to key mediator Qatar after Hamas seeks tweaks to truce deal
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken was heading on Wednesday to talks in key mediator Qatar after Hamas gave a...Geostrategy
Blinken returns to Mideast in push for truce
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken was heading back to the Middle East on Monday to push a ceasefire plan,...Geostrategy
Two Palestinians killed by Israeli troops in West Bank
Israeli troops killed two Palestinians in the occupied West Bank, the Palestinian health ministry said, as the army claimed to...The Israeli army said the two men were "involved in the shooting attack in Avnei Heftz on May 2, 2023 during which an Israeli civilian was injured".
"The two gunmen were shot and killed after attempting to flee the scene," an army statement said, adding two others were arrested in the operation.
KSA, US confirm direct talks between Sudan factions
However, fighting continues in the Sudanese capital, where the conflict has already claimed around 700 lives and displaced nearly 450,000...However, fighting continues in the Sudanese capital, where the conflict has already claimed around 700 lives and displaced nearly 450,000 civilians, reports suggest.
UNICEF warns that the violence has become fatal for a large number of children as aid workers struggle to access areas hit by violence, while both sides seek a military victory
Iran blames US and Israel for targeting its nuclear facilities
Tehran, Iran--Iran's head of Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) considers the United States to be responsible for all of Israel's...Shamkhani was reacting to US NSA Jake Sullivan's comment that Washington would recognize Israel's "freedom of action" in stopping Iran from making a nuclear weapon
Iran's security chief said that the US will be responsible for all "terrorist acts of Zionists against Iran's facilities and people, and should definitely accept its consequences"
UAE and WHO dispatch 30 tonnes of medical supplies to Sudan
Dubai, UAE--The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the World Health Organisation (WHO) have dispatched 30 tonnes of urgent medical supplies...The aid shipment estimated to be around US$444,000 is the first that WHO has dispatched by air to Sudan since the civil war erupted
The UAE's aid delivery is focused on providing for the most vulnerable groups affected by the situation in Sudan, especially the sick, children, the elderly, and women
UAE marks 47 years of unification of Armed Forces
The ongoing overall technological developments drive the UAE Armed Forces to increase their efforts to modernize in order to address...The ongoing overall technological developments drive the UAE Armed Forces to increase their efforts to modernize in order to address current regional and global challenges.
The UAE Armed Forces have become one of the strongest in the region and the world, making a valuable contribution to international alliances, highlight UAE leaders
Iran, Syria pledge to strengthen ties, develop economic relations
During late-night talks Thursday, Raisi and his Syrian counterpart Bashar al-Assad discussed "ways to develop and strengthen bilateral relations" and...Tehran has been a key ally to Damascus throughout Syria's long-running war, offering vital economic and military assistance.
Raisi concluded his two-day trip early Friday and had described the visit as a "turning point" in the neighbors' bilateral relations.
UAE President, Qatar Emir talk on phone, review bilateral ties
Abu Dhabi, UAE -- UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin...The two leaders reviewed current areas of UAE-Qatar cooperation and explored opportunities for further collaboration
In recent past, the UAE and Qatar have been moving towards restoring diplomatic ties and reopening embassies
US national security advisor to visit Saudi Arabia, will meet Indian, UAE NSAs there
Jake Sullivan said that the meetings will help carry forward some very tangible initiatives that will be unlike anything they...Jake Sullivan said that the meetings will help carry forward some very tangible initiatives that will be unlike anything they have seen in the region in recent years
US NSA, who is Biden's top aide on national security matters, has been closely involved in Middle East issues and reiterated Washington's commitment to the region
Iran seeks trade boost with Syria during Raisi’s visit to Damascus
Iran's president hailed his visit to Damascus as a "turning point", after Tehran's support helped Syria retake most of the...Raisi said Iran and Syria had signed 15 "cooperation documents" which would allow "both countries to open a new chapter in economic relations".
Raisi and Assad signed a deal on "long-term strategic cooperation", covering fields including oil, aviation, railways and agriculture.
UN says US$445m needed to help 860,000 refugees fleeing Sudan
The United Nations said it was planning for an outflow of 860,000 people from conflict-torn Sudan, adding that $445 million...Over 100,000 people have already fled Sudan since deadly urban combat broke out on April 15.
Another 330,000 people have been displaced inside Sudan, according to UN figures - and the situation is getting worse.
