Israel reopens Gaza's Rafah border crossing to Egypt, with tight limits
On the first day, 50 Palestinians are expected to enter Gaza, where they will face stringent Israeli security checks People…
Iran weighs nuclear diplomacy with US; gaps over missiles remain
Iran earlier said it is working on method, framework for negotiations that will be ready in coming days DUBAI: Iranian President…
China’s Spring Festival travel rush begins ahead of Lunar New Year holiday
People wait for their train at the waiting hall during the Spring festival travel rush ahead of the Lunar New…
Security forces kill 22 more terrorists in Balochistan as three-day toll hits 177
Overnight follow-up operations continue after coordinated BLA attacks across the province Pakistan’s security forces have continued counterterrorism operations in Balochistan,…
Saudi Arabia suspends 1,800 foreign Umrah travel agencies
Decision will not impact pilgrims who have already obtained visas or made prior bookings Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and…
Trump voices hope for Iran deal
. Leaders from more than 60 countries have been invited to serve on the Peace Council. PHOTO: REUTERS PARIS: US…
Israel halts MSF work
. AFP February 02, 2026 Less than a minute read Staffs of Doctors Without Borders (Medecins Sans Frontieres) (MSF) march…
Top US, Israeli generals meet at Pentagon amid soaring Iran tensions
US, Israeli top generals held undisclosed meeting as officials give no further details US and Israeli military officers held a…
Trump: US will have ‘very substantial’ response if Canada enacts trade deal with China
Carney praised new US-China trade deal in Beijing; Trump warns of serious consequences US President Donald Trump earlier said Canadian…