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Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah Mandates ‘Nusuk’ Card for Entry to Holy Sites
MAKKAH: The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has emphasized the mandatory possession of the “Nusuk” smart card for all pilgrims intending to enter the holy sites for the year 1445-2024. This requirement extends to both pilgrims themselves and organizers responsible for managing pilgrims’ and workers’ affairs, with no exceptions. Those found in violation will…
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Omar Abdullah Challenges BJP’s Development Claims in Kashmir Amid Absence of Candidates in Lok Sabha Elections 2024
Omar Abdullah, the prominent leader of the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference, has voiced his skepticism regarding the BJP’s decision not to nominate candidates from Kashmir, despite their assertions of steering the region towards development post the Article 370 abrogation. Addressing several public gatherings, Abdullah highlighted the absence of BJP contenders in three Valley constituencies,…
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European Chamber of Commerce Establishes Presence in Riyadh
RIYADH – On Wednesday, Riyadh witnessed the inauguration of the European Chamber of Commerce in Saudi Arabia, heralding a new era of economic collaboration between Europe and the Kingdom. The event drew distinguished attendees, including Ibrahim Al-Mubarak, Assistant Minister of Investment; Luigi Di Maio, EU Special Representative for the Gulf; and Christophe Farnaud, EU Ambassador…
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Long on Rhetoric, Short on Action: The OIC’s Challenge in Addressing Gaza Crisis
The Urgency for Action from the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) The recent convening of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) in Banjul, the capital of the Gambia, has brought forth declarations that echo the sentiments of concern and solidarity for oppressed communities, particularly in Gaza and Kashmir. However, despite the vocal expressions, there remains…
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Escalating Hostilities in Gaza Strip and Israel | Flash Update #162
The latest OCHA oPt Flash Update provides critical insights into the escalating humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank. Published every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, with a comprehensive West Bank update issued every Wednesday, the report outlines key highlights and developments in the region. The next update is scheduled for May 8th.…
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President Xi: China Poised to Strengthen Comprehensive Exchanges with France
In a significant address on Monday, Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized China’s readiness to elevate the comprehensive exchanges and cooperation with France, ushering the China-France relationship into a new era of heightened productivity. President Xi delivered these remarks at the conclusion of the sixth meeting of the China-France Business Council in Paris. This year holds…
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Israeli Airstrike Claims Three Lives in Southern Lebanon, Says Local Official
The article you provided highlights the ongoing conflict between Israel and Lebanon’s Hezbollah group, with recent violence resulting in casualties on both sides of the border. Here’s a revised version: “In southern Lebanon, a tragic incident occurred on Sunday when an Israeli strike targeted a village, claiming the lives of a couple and their child,…
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Al Jazeera Condemns Israeli Government Decision to Shut Down Local Offices
The decision by the Israeli government to shutter Al Jazeera’s operations within its borders has ignited condemnation from the media network, labeling the move a “criminal act” and a grave infringement on fundamental human rights and the freedom of information. In a strongly worded statement issued on Sunday, Al Jazeera Media Network expressed its vehement…
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Police Remove Pro-Palestinian Students from Paris’s Sciences Po University
French Police Remove Pro-Palestinian Student Activists from Sciences Po: A Student Uprising in Paris In a dramatic turn of events at the Paris Institute of Political Studies (Sciences Po), French police intervened to remove pro-Palestinian student activists who had occupied the university buildings in protest against Israel’s actions in Gaza. The situation unfolded on a…
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Labour Inflicts Heavy Defeat on Tories in Local Polls
LONDON: The Labour Party of Britain secured a significant victory in a parliamentary seat in northern England on Friday, along with gaining control of several councils, dealing a blow to the Conservative Party and increasing pressure on Prime Minister Rishi Sunak to consider an early general election. This resounding win sets the stage for two…