Algeria says it has decided to cut diplomatic relations with the United Arab Emirates after what it described as a series of “provocative or hostile” actions by Abu Dhabi despite “repeated warnings”. Algeria’s foreign ministry said on Thursday that the UAE’s actions had reached a point where they could no longer be considered acceptable and that it had “exhausted …
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This month, as Dr Mahathir Mohamad marks his 100th year, the world contemplates not just longevity, but the enduring enigma of political power he embodies. The former Malaysian prime minister’s milestone comes at a time when the archetype of the “strongman” leader is resurgent globally – from Hungary to, undeniably, the United States where President Donald Trump is barely six months into …
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Saudi authorities have announced a temporary visa ban affecting 14 countries ahead of the Hajj season. The suspension applies to Umrah, business, and family visas, with restrictions expected to end by mid-June, according to diplomatic sources. Officials confirm that individuals holding Umrah visas can still enter Saudi Arabia until April 13. The affected countries include Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Egypt, Indonesia, …
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In response to a request made by the Emir of Kuwait and under the coordination of Sheikh Mansoor Jabbar, a social worker from Kuwait sent 50 metric tons of dates to Muslims in Sri Lanka to mark the Holy Month of Ramazan breakfast with the financial support of Kuwait philanthropist Sheikh Allusi. The dates will be distributed in Muslim areas …
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CNN – Striking images from the Sahara Desert show large lakes etched into rolling sand dunes after one of the most arid, barren places in the world was hit with its first floods in decades. The Sahara does experience rain, but usually just a few inches a year and rarely in late summer. Over two days in September, however, intense rain …
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UN backs Palestine’s bid for membership: How did your country vote? A breakdown by country of the UN General Assembly vote on a resolution for Palestinian to become a full UN member. The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) has overwhelmingly voted to support a Palestinian bid to become a full UN member by recognising it as qualified to join and recommending the …
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