Category: World
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Emirati Commentators Reject Claims of Targeted Expulsions of Pakistanis, Stress Equal Application of Law
DUBAI: Emirati commentators and analysts have strongly rejected allegations that Pakistani nationals are being expelled from the United Arab Emirates on religious or sectarian grounds, emphasizing that legal actions in the country are based solely on laws and security regulations rather than ethnicity, religion, or sect. The debate emerged after an international news agency report…
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New Kiswah Handed Over to Custodian of the Kaaba, Set to Be Replaced on 1st Muharram
MAKKAH: Preparations are underway for the annual replacement of the Kiswah, the sacred black cloth that covers the Holy Kaaba, as the new Kiswah has officially been handed over to the Keeper of the Kaaba during a special ceremony held in Makkah. The replacement of the Kiswah is one of the most significant religious traditions…
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Modi’s Decade-Long Campaign to Isolate Pakistan Has Failed, Says Arab Media Report
DOHA: An analysis published by Arab media outlet Al Jazeera has argued that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s long-standing efforts to diplomatically isolate Pakistan on the international stage have largely failed, with Pakistan maintaining and, in some cases, expanding its engagement with major global and regional powers. According to the report, India’s strategy of portraying…
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US Says Strait of Hormuz Must Remain Open, Ongoing Talks With Iran Continue
Washington: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said that the Strait of Hormuz must remain open under all circumstances, emphasizing the strategic importance of one of the world’s most critical energy shipping routes. Speaking to international media, Rubio said that discussions with Iran regarding a potential agreement are ongoing, though he noted that finalizing…
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Hajj Pilgrims Prepare for Arafat Day as Key Ritual of Hajj Begins
Mina / Arafat: The most important ritual of Hajj, known as Waqoof-e-Arafat (Standing at Arafat), will be performed today as millions of pilgrims continue their sacred journey in the holy sites of Mina and surrounding areas. On Monday, the 8th of Dhul Hijjah, pilgrims spent the Day of Tarwiyah in Mina, engaging in prayers and…
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Russia Plans Major Strikes on Kyiv, Warns Foreigners to Leave Ukrainian Capital
Kyiv: Russia is reportedly planning a large-scale bombing campaign on Ukraine’s capital Kyiv, prompting warnings for foreign nationals to leave the city immediately, according to international media reports. Foreign news agencies reported that Russia’s Foreign Ministry has issued a warning advising American diplomats and other foreign citizens to evacuate Kyiv as soon as possible, citing…
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Iranian Supreme Leader Warns US Against Establishing Military Bases in the Region
Tehran: Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has stated that the United States will no longer find a “safe haven” for establishing military bases in the region, as he issued strong remarks on regional security and geopolitical tensions. In a message issued on the occasion of Hajj, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said that Iran has delivered…
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Hajj Rituals Begin as Millions of Pilgrims Arrive in Mina
MAKKAH: The annual pilgrimage of Hajj has officially begun in Saudi Arabia, with millions of pilgrims starting to arrive in the tent city of Mina as the first major stage of the sacred journey gets underway. The movement of pilgrims to Mina began earlier today and is expected to continue until the afternoon. Worshippers will…
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Six Officials Suspended After Explosive Material Found Near PM Modi’s Convoy Route
NEW DELHI: Indian authorities have suspended six police officials following the recovery of explosive material near the route of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s convoy during his recent visit to Bengaluru, according to Indian media reports. The incident reportedly took place on May 10 in the Kaggalipura area of Bengaluru, where Prime Minister Modi was traveling…
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Iran Says Framework Reached With US but No Imminent Agreement, Says Foreign Ministry Spokesperson
TEHRAN: Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei has said that Tehran and Washington have reached a framework for discussions, but it cannot be said that a final agreement between the two countries is close. Addressing a press briefing, the Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson said that talks are ongoing with the aim of ending conflicts, but…
