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Several countries issue travel advisories for Lebanon amid rising tensions

Escalation of tensions follows missile strike in Israeli-occupied Golan Heights, which killed 12 people 3 months ago

Israeli strikes across Gaza kill at least 57, Palestinian health officials say

Airstrike hit near a tented area housing displaced families in Attar Street 4 months ago

Islamic State (Daesh) claims attack on Imamgarbah in Oman

IS says three 'suicide attackers' targeted a gathering, killing 30 people, five Omani security personnel 4 months ago

4 Pakistanis killed, dozens injured in Oman Imambargah firing

Pakistan's ambassador says about 30 to 40 injured Pakistanis undergoing treatment in hospitals 4 months ago

Tehran shuts down Turkish Airlines office over hijab refusal

Police will not seal any business due to non-observance of hijab, but will issue first warnings 4 months ago

India-Israel alliance raises concerns over impact on Muslim communities

Recent developments highlight ongoing collaboration in defense and technology sectors 4 months ago

Saudi Arabia announces first day of Muharram 2024

Zilhajj will last for 30 days, with Saturday, July 6, being the last day of the month. 4 months ago

Who is Masoud Pezeshkian, Iran's new president-elect?

President can't order major policy shift on N-programme or support for militia groups, as Khamenei calls shots 4 months ago

Moderate Pezeshkian wins Iran's presidential race

According to official count, Pezeshkian obtained 53.7% of votes, or 16.3m. Jalili received 44.3%, or 13.5m 4 months ago

Saudi Arabia announces citizenship for global talent. See if you qualify

Royal decree an extension of Kingdom's ongoing efforts to attract notable talents 4 months ago

Iranians vote in run-off presidential election amid widespread apathy

Run-off follows June 28 ballot with historic low turnout, when over 60% of voters abstained from snap election 4 months ago

Malala once again calls for immediate ceasefire in Gaza

Activist says living under constant threat of bombardment takes toll on children's physical, mental health 4 months ago

Khamenei protege, sole moderate neck and neck in Iran presidential race

Over 14m votes counted so far, Massoud Pezeshkian wins over 5.9m, challenger Saeed Jalili over 5.5m 4 months ago

Iran begins voting in presidential election with limited choices

Khamenei calls for high turnout to offset legitimacy crisis fuelled by public discontent 4 months ago

UAE mosques told to shorten Fridays sermons

Directive to take effect on Friday and last until early October 4 months ago

Muslim-majority Tajikistan bans hijab, regulates Eid festivities

Children barred from participating in festivities, gift-giving on Eidul Fitr and Eidul Azha 4 months ago

Saudi Arabia starts issuing Umrah visas

Ministry announces Nusuk App will resume issuing Umrah visas from Zilhajj 15, which is June 21 5 months ago

Majority of deceased pilgrims in this year’s Hajj season lacked official permits

Individuals remained in Makkah until the Hajj season and performed pilgrimage without proper authorization 5 months ago

Earthquake leaves four dead and over 120 injured

Emergency services rushed to the scene to assist the injured and assess the damage 5 months ago

Israel's war cabinet 'dissolved,' Prime Minister Netanyahu tells ministers

According to Netanyahu, there will not be a new cabinet formed 5 months ago

Netanyahu denounces tactical pauses in Gaza fighting to get in aid

Palestinian health officials said 7 Palestinians were killed in 2 air strikes on two houses in Al-Bureij refugee camp in central Gaza Strip 5 months ago

Saudi Arabia launches world's first self-driving flying taxi

Air taxi to transport pilgrims between holy sites, facilitate emergency travel, transport medical equipment 5 months ago

41 killed, as Kuwaiti building housing workers catches fire

Deputy PM accuses real estate owners of violations and greed, saying those factors contributed towards incident 5 months ago

Get UAE residency visa, work permit in 5 days

UAE announces new policy; best time to apply for job in Dubai 5 months ago

Saudi Arabia bans working from 12pm to 3pm

Violations can be reported by calling ministry's unified number or through ministry's mobile app 5 months ago

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