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Syria welcomes Britain's lifting of sanctions on 12 entities
Damascus, April 25: Syria has welcomed Britain's decision to lift sanctions on 12 Syrian entities operating in key sectors.
Egyptian President, Italian Foreign Minister discuss bilateral ties, regional issues
Cairo, April 25: Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi met here with Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani to discuss enhancing bilateral relations and addressing pressing regional issues.
Iran condemns US fresh sanctions amid indirect nuclear talks
Tehran, April 23: Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei on Wednesday strongly condemned US fresh sanctions on a number of individuals and entities linked with the Iranian energy, oil, and gas sectors, as well as people involved in the country's "peaceful" nuclear programme.
India, Saudi Arabia deepen ties in education, trade corridors, and global coordination
Riyadh, April 23: India and Saudi Arabia have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening ties across education, connectivity, global economic coordination, and regional peace, as outlined in the joint statement issued at the conclusion of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's State Visit to the Kingdom.
Relationship between India and Saudi Arabia has improved a lot: Foreign Affairs Expert
New Delhi, April 22: Foreign Affairs Expert Sushant Sareen stated on Tuesday that India's relations with Saudi Arabia have improved significantly, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed on a two-day official visit to Saudi Arabia, running from April 21 to April 22.
Main driving force: Indian envoy credits PM Modi's vision for strengthened India-Saudi ties
Jeddah, April 22: As Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a landmark two-day visit to Saudi Arabia, India's Ambassador to the Kingdom, Suhel Ajaz Khan, praised the PM's leadership as the “main driving force” behind the rapid evolution of the ties between the two countries, calling the relationship one of the most robust in the region.
Iran ready for deal with US if national interests respected: President Pezeshkian
Tehran, April 22: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said that Iran is open to reaching an agreement with the US in ongoing indirect talks, provided that the country's national interests are preserved.
Israeli PM vows 'forceful response' to Houthi attacks
Jerusalem, April 22: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that Israel would deliver a "forceful response" to repeated attacks by Yemen's Houthi forces.
Saudi Arabia is a force of positivity & stability in the Middle East: PM Modi
New Delhi, April 21: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said India considers Saudi Arabia as a force of positivity and stability in the Middle East, amid wars and chaos in the region.
PM Modi's Saudi visit to open new doors for Indian businesses: Zafar Sareshwala
Jeddah, April 21: Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming visit to Saudi Arabia, Indian businessman Zafar Sareshwala has described the trip as strategically and culturally significant, stating it will mark the beginning of a new era in bilateral relations between the two nations.
Saudi Arabia gears up ahead of PM Modi's visit
Jeddah, April 21: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Saudi Arabia from April 22 to 23, 2025, at the invitation of Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed bin Salman. This will be PM Modi's third visit to the country, following earlier visits in 2016 and 2019.
Iran serious in talks with US, seeks no delay: Deputy FM
Tehran, April 21: Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi said the country is serious in its indirect negotiations with the US and wants no delay in the diplomatic process.
First SyrianAir flight lands in Dubai, marking return of regular services
Dubai, April 20: A Syrian Airlines (SyrianAir) aircraft landed today at Dubai International Airport from Damascus International Airport, marking the resumption of direct flights between Syria and the United Arab Emirates.
Three killed, four wounded in fresh US airstrikes on Yemen: Houthis
Sanaa, April 20: At least three people were killed and four others wounded in fresh US airstrikes on Yemen's capital Sanaa, its outskirts, and other provinces.
US tariffs threaten Arab non-oil exports: UN agency
Beirut, April 20: A sharp rise in US trade protectionism is placing Arab economies under mounting pressure, endangering $22 billion worth of non-oil exports, according to a policy brief released by the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA).
Oman confirms progress in Iran-US nuclear talks, next round to be held in Muscat
Muscat, April 20: Oman's Foreign Ministry confirmed that Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi and US presidential envoy Steve Witkoff have agreed to move into the next phase of negotiations aimed at reaching a fair, lasting, and binding agreement on Tehran's nuclear issues.
Israeli PM says Hamas rejects deal to return half of living hostages
Jerusalem, April 20: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that Hamas had rejected a proposal for the return of half of the living hostages in Gaza by demanding the end of the war and an Israeli military retreat from Gaza.
Working with select partners on IMEC: Foreign Secy assures progress hasn't frozen despite conflicts
New Delhi, April 19: Despite the ongoing regional security situation, India remains committed to the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) initiative, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said on Saturday adding that despite regional conflicts, progress on the initiative has not frozen and work continues on select partners on the initiative.
US conducts fresh airstrikes on Yemen as Houthi leader threatens retaliation
Sanaa, April 19: The US army launched 29 airstrikes on Houthi targets in northern Yemen on Saturday, while Mohammed Ali al-Houthi, head of the Houthi Revolutionary Committee, vowed to retaliate.
India calls out Pakistan's shenanigans in OIC, calls it 'habit of longstanding'
New Delhi, April 19: India on Saturday yet again slammed Pakistan's repeated attempts to highlight matters concerning India's internal affairs at the meetings of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC).
Iran condemns deadly US airstrikes on Yemen's fuel port
Tehran, April 19: Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei has strongly condemned the US lethal airstrikes on the Yemeni fuel port of Ras Isa.
Second round of US-Iran nuclear talks begin in Rome
Rome, April 19: The second round of nuclear talks between the United States and Iran kicked off in Italy on Saturday as both sides discuss Tehran's civilian nuclear programme and the termination of American sanctions against the country.
Robust India-Saudi Arabia Strategic Partnership set for major boost during PM Modi's Riyadh visit next week
New Delhi, April 19: India and Saudi Arabia are expected to further strengthen their multifaceted partnership during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's two-day visit to the Kingdom, next week.
Israel 'committed' to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear arms
Jerusalem, April 18: Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz said in a statement on Friday that he is committed, along with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and all parties, to leading a "clear course of action" to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.
Death toll from US airstrikes on Yemeni fuel port rises to 38: Houthis
Sanaa, April 18: The death toll from US overnight airstrikes on the Yemeni fuel port of Ras Isa has increased to 38, with 102 others wounded, Houthi-run al-Masirah TV reported on Friday, citing Houthi-controlled local health authorities.
Egypt, Slovenia reject displacing Gazans, back Palestinian statehood for peace
Cairo, April 18: Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi and Slovenia's Parliamentary Speaker Urska Klakocar Zupancic have reaffirmed their opposition to the displacement of Palestinians from Gaza and their support for the establishment of a Palestinian state as the only path to long-term regional peace.
Israeli PM insists will not allow Iran to obtain nuclear arms
Jerusalem, April 18: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reiterated that Israel would not allow Iran to acquire nuclear weapons, amid reports of renewed negotiations between Tehran and the US administration over a new nuclear agreement.
Israel kills Hezbollah commander in Lebanon
Jerusalem/Beirut, April 18: Israel's military has said in a statement that it killed a Hezbollah commander in a drone strike in southern Lebanon.
Oman to mediate 2nd round of US-Iran nuclear talks in Rome
Muscat, April 18: Oman's Foreign Ministry has confirmed that it will continue to mediate a second round of nuclear talks between US and Iranian officials scheduled to take place in Rome on Saturday.
Iran ready to expand all-out cooperation with Saudi Arabia: President Pezeshkian
Tehran, April 18: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian met here with visiting Saudi Defence Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, calling for expanding cooperation between their two countries in all areas.
Israel extends missile alert time for long-range missiles from Yemen
Jerusalem, April 18: Israel has extended its missile warning time for long-range threats from Yemen by three to five minutes, the military's Home Front Command said.
UN sees US-Iran nuclear talks as 'good sign': Spokesman
United Nations, April 18: The United Nations views the second round of negotiations between the US and Iran on Saturday as "a good sign," and hopes it will yield positive results, a UN spokesman said.
'Israel will not allow Iran to obtain nuclear weapons' says prime minister's office
Tel Aviv, April 17: The Prime Minister's Office (PMO) of Israel, today, Thursday, issued a statement regarding the reports that President Trump scuttled an Israeli plan for a joint American-Israeli military attack on Iranian nuclear facilities.
India to become trusted bridge of global connectivity through IMEC: Piyush Goyal
New Delhi, April 17: The country is poised to become a trusted bridge of global connectivity through India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC), Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, has said.
1 killed, several injured in fresh US airstrikes on Yemen's capital
Sanaa, April 17: At least one person was killed and several others wounded when fresh US airstrikes targeted a residential neighbourhood and several other localities in Yemen's capital Sanaa, Houthi-run health authorities said in a statement.
Israeli troops to stay in Gaza, Lebanon and Syria indefinitely: Defence Minister
Jerusalem, April 17: Israel's Defence Minister has said that troops will remain in security zones in the Gaza Strip, Lebanon and Syria indefinitely, remarks that could further complicate talks with Hamas over a ceasefire and hostage release.
Iraq summons Lebanese ambassador over President's remarks on PMF
Baghdad, April 17: Iraq's Foreign Ministry has summoned the Lebanese ambassador to Iraq, Ali al-Habhab, to protest comments by Lebanese President Joseph Aoun regarding the Iraqi paramilitary Popular Mobilisation Forces (PMF).
Qatari emir, Lebanese president discuss ties, cooperation
Doha, April 17: Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani met here with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun to discuss bilateral cooperation, particularly in the fields of energy, economy, and investment.
India poised to become trusted bridge of global connectivity through India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor: Piyush Goyal
New Delhi, April 17: Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, addressed the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) High-Level Roundtable on Connectivity and Economic Growth in New Delhi on Wednesday, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry said in a release on Wednesday.
Lebanese President pledges cooperation with Jordan over missile cell investigation
Beirut, April 16: Lebanese President Joseph Aoun held a phone call with Jordanian King Abdullah II on Wednesday to learn about the results of investigations into the recently uncovered missile manufacturing cell in Jordan, pledging Lebanon's readiness to cooperate on the matter.