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Erdogan's comments came two days after NATO member Turkey took delivery of the first consignment of advanced Russian S-400 missile defence system parts. (Photo: AFP)

After Russian missile purchase, Erdogan Says Trump should 'find middle ground'

Despite Trump's warm words, US officials said last week the administration still planned to act.

15 Jul 2019 2:11 PM

Qatar opens biggest coast guard base amid US-Iran standoff

Qatar, a key US ally in the region, is home to Washington's largest Middle East military base.

15 Jul 2019 12:44 PM

Jihan said she doesn't have any pictures of her children and doesn't want to remember them. (Photo: AFP)

Agony of Yazidi women torn between IS kids, or return home

Dozens of Yazidi women and girls systematically raped, sold and married off to jihadists after being abducted.

14 Jul 2019 5:16 PM

Bashir was ousted by the army on April 11, five days after the protesters had first massed outside army headquarters. Protesters continued their sit-in, demanding that the generals themselves step down, ahead of the brutal dispersal on June 3. (Photo: AFP)

Thousands mourn protesters killed in Sudan raid

Many lit candles, some floated balloons while hundreds bathed area in sea of light, holding their phones aloft as torches chanting slogans.

14 Jul 2019 2:05 PM

The latest rule would compel the citizens to keep their car clean. (Representational Image)

Clean them or pay fine! Dubai to impose heavy penalty for dirty cars

This step is taken by the Municipality to preserve its aesthetics and ensure that the city remains attractive for tourists.

13 Jul 2019 2:27 PM

Britain said on Thursday that three Iranian vessels tried to block a British-owned tanker passing through the Strait of Hormuz, which controls the flow of Middle East oil to the world, but backed off when confronted by a Royal Navy warship. (Photo: File)

'Dangerous game': Iran calls on Britain to release seized oil tanker immediately

Iran has warned of reciprocal measures if the tanker is not released.

12 Jul 2019 3:41 PM

'The Indian government approached asking us to open the airspace. We conveyed our concerns that first India must withdraw its fighter planes placed forward,' Aviation Secretary Nusrat, who is also the Director-General of the Civil Aviation Authority said. (Photo: Representational I File)

Pakistan won't open airspace until India withdraws fighter jets: Official

He further apprised the committee that Indian officials have contacted Pakistan requesting it to lift the airspace restrictions.

12 Jul 2019 1:46 PM

'Misaligned economic policies, including large fiscal deficits, loose monetary policy, and defence of an overvalued exchange rate, fuelled consumption and short-term growth in recent years, but steadily eroded macroeconomic buffers, increased external and public debt, and depleted international reserves,' IMF said. (Photo: ANI)

IMF blames Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf, PLM-N for Pakistan's economic crisis

IMF made these remarks in its staff report on USD 6 billion bailouts to Pakistan approved by its executive board earlier this week.

11 Jul 2019 2:27 PM

Palestinians protesting against Israel have demanded a separate state with self-governance, as part of a two-state solution, a move which the United States is in favour of. (Photo: ANI)

16 Palestinian children killed, over 1200 injured by Israeli forces this year

An NGO accused Israeli forces of 'systematically' violating human rights of Palestinian nationals, particularly minors.

11 Jul 2019 1:30 PM

Diplomatic fallout over journalist Jamal Khashoggi's murder appears to be slowing the flow of high-rolling Saudis to Turkey, as calls grow within the oil-rich kingdom to boycott the holiday magnet. (Photo: File)

Khashoggi fallout: Saudi holidaymakers urged to shun Turkey

The CIA has reportedly said the murder was likely ordered by Prince Mohammed, a charge Saudi Arabia vehemently denies.

11 Jul 2019 11:22 AM

The Bahrain News Agency's report on Tuesday, however, shows temperatures are soaring even higher. (Photo: AFP)

Bahrain records hottest June in a century, temperatures soaring higher

Bahrain's Meteorological Directorate says the average temperature in June was 36.3 Celsius (97.3 Fahrenheit).

10 Jul 2019 1:58 PM

The east-based Libyan National Army -- led by Khalifa Haftar -- waged an attack on the Tripoli-based and UN-backed Government of National Accord (GNA) in a bid to take control of the region in April. (Photo: AP | Representational)

Over 5,500 people injured, 1,048 killed due to infighting in Tripoli: WHO

According to the WHO, out of the total casualties, 106 civilians have lost their lives while 289 civilians have been wounded.

10 Jul 2019 1:31 PM

Unlike the long-term visa of 5-10 years for businessmen and talented individuals, the gold card gives permanent residency of the UAE to the holder. (Photo: Twitter | @KingstonGroup)

UAE's Sharjah issues first gold card permanent residency to Indian expat

Lalo Samuel was handed over the gold residence card by Brigadier Arif Al Shamsi, Director-General of residency, foreigners affairs.

09 Jul 2019 4:27 PM

Southwest Iran hit by 5.7 magnitude earthquake

The quake, whose epicentre was in the Masjed Soleiman area of Khuzestan province, hit at 11:30 am (0700 GMT) at a depth of 17 kilometres.

08 Jul 2019 6:07 PM

It is indicated that these terror groups are shifting their base in Afghanistan near the international border in areas including Kandahar and Kunar. (Photo: File)

Pak-based terrorist groups join hands with Afghan outfits after Balakot strike

Intelligence sources reveal that the Indian consulate in Kandahar has been kept on high alert against a Taliban attack.

08 Jul 2019 9:17 AM

In recent times, the Houthis have been increasingly using drones to target the southern part of Saudi Arabia. (Photo: ANI | Representative)

Drone attacks on 2 Saudi airports, Houthis claim responsibility

Two recent drone strikes at Abha airport earlier this month and last month has left a person dead and over 30 injured.

07 Jul 2019 1:17 PM

Many inscriptions written by soldiers can still be seen on the ancient bricks. (Photo: AFP)

Ancient city of Babylon, now a UNESCO World Heritage

Iraqi President Barham Salih said, the city, now an archaeological ruin, was returned to its 'rightful place' in history.

06 Jul 2019 2:17 PM

Taliban has conducted various attacks in a past few days. On June 2, 68 people suffered injuries in a coordinated attack by the terror group which rocked the city of Kabul. (Photo: AFP/Representational)

4 killed, 36 wounded in Taliban attack in Afghanistan

The Kamma Press, citing the 209 Shaheen Corps, reported that Taliban fired multiple rounds of mortars and rockets in a market area.

05 Jul 2019 7:05 PM

Lisa Smith joined the Islamic State group after divorcing her husband for not following her at the age of 33. (Photo: ScreenGrab)

IS bride, Lisa Smith says she did not train fighters

She and her two-year-old daughter are being held in a camp for IS women and children.

05 Jul 2019 5:33 PM

An Indian woman has won a whopping USD 3.2 million in the monthly raffle draw in the UAE and said that she wants to use a part of the money for underprivileged people, especially women, according to media reports on Friday. (Photo: Facebook/ BigTicketAbuDhabi)

Kerala woman wins over USD 3 mn in UAE raffle, says would use it for charity

Sopna Nair, who won Dh12 million in Big Ticket Abu Dhabi raffle, said she also wishes to support her and husband's family with the money.

05 Jul 2019 12:53 PM

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