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January 3, 2024 10:24 AM

Israeli drone kills deputy Hamas chief in Beirut, escalating concerns of wider Gaza conflict

Israel killed Hamas deputy leader Saleh al-Arouri in a drone strike in Lebanon's capital Beirut on Tuesday, Lebanese and Palestinian security sources said, raising the potential risk of war in Gaza spreading well beyond the Palestinian enclave. Ar...

January 2, 2024 10:47 AM

BRICS welcomes five new members, signaling a global shift

The upcoming BRICS summit in Russia this October is set to undergo a significant transformation as it expands its membership to include five new nations alongside the original founding five – Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. This exp...

January 1, 2024 11:39 AM

Israel pounds Gaza, Hamas fires rockets as Netanyahu indicates long war

Israeli jets intensified attacks on central Gaza on Sunday, residents and medics said, as battles raged through the rubble of towns and refugee camps in a war Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said would take "many more months" to end. Netan...

January 1, 2024 8:52 AM

India-UAE joint military exercise ‘Desert Cyclone’ to be held in Rajasthan from January 2

The Joint Military Exercise 'Desert Cyclone 2024' between India and UAE will be held from January 2 to January 15 in Rajasthan. The joint drills under 'Desert Cyclone 2024' will aim to enhance interoperability by learning and sharing best practices ...

December 29, 2023 1:56 PM

Dubai transforms into a winter wonderland ahead of new-year celebrations

Dubai, known for its year-round sunshine and iconic skyscrapers, has once again embraced the holiday spirit with the revival of its captivating Winter City at Expo City Dubai. From December 15th, 2023, to January 7th, 2024, the expansive Expo grounds...

December 28, 2023 10:18 AM

Israeli attacks in Gaza add to heavy Palestinian toll in war on Hamas

Israeli forces pounded central Gaza by land, sea and air and Palestinian authorities reported dozens more deaths, with the U.N. health agency saying thousands of people were trying to flee the fighting. Israel remains resolved to wipe out the Pal...

December 26, 2023 11:07 PM

PM Modi and Saudi Crown Prince discuss bilateral ties and regional stability

In a recent telephone conversation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged in a comprehensive discussion with the Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, HRH Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. The leaders not only reviewed the p...

December 26, 2023 10:20 AM

Ukraine carries out air assault on Crimea’s port of Feodosia

Ukraine carried out an air attack on Feodosia in Crimea, Ukraine's air force commander said on Tuesday, after the Russian-installed governor of the Crimea said that the assault sparked a fire in the town's port area. The commander of Ukraine's air f...

December 26, 2023 9:47 AM

Netanyahu vows no let-up in war but UN worker says Gazans have no place to go

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to keep up the fight against Hamas militants, but a United Nations humanitarian team leader said Palestinian civilians in Gaza who honor Israeli evacuation orders cannot be guaranteed they will be safe....

December 24, 2023 2:46 PM

Dubai dazzles with festive Christmas cheer

DUBAI: While palm trees and calm weather may not scream "Christmas," Dubai is pulling out all the stops to celebrate the festive season, with Al Seef emerging as the dazzling crown jewel. The historic waterfront district has transformed into a winter...

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