Middle East

Kerala CM arrives in Abu Dhabi for two-day visit

Vijayan was received by Indian Ambassador Deepak Mittal, members of the Loka Kerala Sabha, and other representatives.

2025-11-08T09:39:22.285671+00:00 IST

UAE expresses solidarity with Vietnam; conveys condolences over

In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) expressed its sincere condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims, and to the government and people of Vietnam over this tragedy.

2025-11-08T01:37:18.379124+00:00 IST

Istanbul prosecutor issues arrest warrants against Netanyahu

The prosecutor's office has reportedly claimed that Israel of "systematically targets civilians in the Gaza Strip" amid its war against Hamas, which started after the terrorist group's 7 October 2023 atrocities against Israeli civilians.

2025-11-08T01:34:10.071494+00:00 IST

UAE leaders congratulate King of Tonga on National Day

President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a congratulatory message to His Majesty Tupou VI, King of Tonga, on the occasion of his country's National Day.

2025-11-07T17:42:23.804860+00:00 IST

UN lifts sanctions on Syrian prez ahead of al-Sharaa’s US visit

China abstained from the vote stating that while the UNSC held multiple rounds of consultations, in which Beijing expressed legitimate concerns about terrorism, including foreign terrorist fighters in Syria the US pushed the text forward to serve its own interests.

2025-11-07T06:35:27.611580+00:00 IST

Israel confirms return of Tanzanian hostage Joshua Mollel

Mollel, 21, was kidnapped from Kibbutz Nahal Oz during Hamas' October 7, 2023 attack. "The Government of Israel shares in the deep sorrow of the Mollel family and all the families of the fallen hostages," Netanyahu's office said.

2025-11-07T01:22:22.275991+00:00 IST

Israel declares war on drone weapons smugglers at Egypt border

"The smuggling of weapons using drones is part of the war in Gaza and is intended to arm our enemies--and all means must be taken to stop them," Katz said following an emergency meeting with army commanders and representatives of the Israel Security Agency (Shin Bet), the National Security Council, and the Israel Police.

2025-11-07T01:14:39.501105+00:00 IST

Israel launches strikes as Hezbollah rebuilds in Southern Lebanon

Meanwhile, Israel's Security Cabinet was scheduled to convene at 6:00 PM to discuss the developments and Hezbollah's ongoing reconstruction efforts.

2025-11-07T01:14:20.299643+00:00 IST

Kerala CM Vijayan meets Kuwait Deputy PM

According to an official release from the Kerala Chief Minister's Office (CMO), Vijayan was accorded a warm reception at Al Bayan Palace, the main palace of the Emir of Kuwait, where he held discussions on strengthening historic ties between India and Kuwait.

2025-11-06T15:53:30.823517+00:00 IST

BICC strengthens Bahrain–India relations

India's Ambassador to the Kingdom of Bahrain, Vinod K. Jacob, said the launch of the Bahrain International Commercial Court (BICC) marks a historic moment in Bahrain-India relations and adds a new dimension to the Kingdom's growing role as an international hub for business and legal excellence.

2025-11-06T10:45:22.988748+00:00 IST

Kerala CM arrives in Kuwait for 2-day visit

Vijayan will hold meetings with representatives of the Kuwait government today. On Monday at 7 PM (IST), he will address the Malayali community at a public event at Al Arabi Indoor Stadium in Mansouriya.

2025-11-06T07:46:48.447276+00:00 IST

Defence Secy explores production avenues in Israel's defence comp

As per the Ministry of Defence, the delegation led by Singh aimed at strengthening Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative.

2025-11-06T05:52:32.946370+00:00 IST

18 Thai workers in Israel illegally arrested

The workers, who used foreign housing in the agricultural sector, were transferred to the unit's facility in order to hold a hearing and begin deportation proceedings

2025-11-06T01:14:00.158533+00:00 IST

Israeli Defense Minister vows to "disarm Hamas and demilitarise G

Katz said Israel's objective remains "to disarm Hamas and demilitarise Gaza," alongside recovering the bodies of fallen hostages.

2025-11-06T01:02:39.621114+00:00 IST

Former Additional Solicitor General of India backs stronger inter

Speaking to ANI at the Bahrain International Commercial Courts (BICC), Anand said that no economy can thrive without a strong mechanism for resolving commercial conflicts. "The only way development and business can improve is if there is a good justice delivery system. When business grows, disputes are inevitable and someone has to resolve them," she said.

2025-11-06T01:01:51.743806+00:00 IST

Meghwal hails Bahrain’s arbitration initiative

Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal praised the launch of Bahrain's International Commercial Court, calling it a landmark in India-Bahrain ties. He highlighted India's arbitration reforms and said the BICC will foster stronger legal and commercial cooperation between both nations.

2025-11-05T18:36:15.469693+00:00 IST

In two separate incidents Israeli forces eliminate terrorists

In two separate incidents in the central Gaza Strip earlier today, IDF (Israel Defence Forces) units identified two terrorists who crossed the Yellow Line and approached IDF forces operating in the central Gaza Strip in a manner that posed an immediate threat to them. Immediately after identification, the forces eliminated the terrorists in order to eradicate the threat.

2025-11-05T17:42:41.375058+00:00 IST

Bahrain Interior Minister receives Medal of Highest Order

The Interior Minister of Bahrain has received the INTERPOL Medal of the Highest Order from the President of INTERPOL, in recognition of outstanding contributions to enhancing international cooperation in promoting global security and peace. The medal is awarded to heads of state, prime ministers, and interior ministers, according to the Bahrain News Agency.

2025-11-05T17:41:56.605769+00:00 IST

UAE: Mohammed bin Rashid visits Pulse of Nation space

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid was accompanied by Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council; Lieutenant General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior; and Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of the UAE National Olympic Committee.

2025-11-05T17:38:42.681643+00:00 IST

India’s development path model for Global South: Mandaviya

Delivering India's statement at the Plenary Session of the Second World Summit for Social Development in Doha, the Minister stated that India has built a lifecycle-based welfare system ensuring children receive nutritious midday meals, youth gain education and skills, workers secure decent employment, and the elderly enjoy dignity and income security, guided by the philosophy of Antyodaya and the vision of "Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas".

2025-11-05T15:51:53.703815+00:00 IST

Defence Secretary meets Israeli Defence Minister

The meeting took place alongside the 17th Joint Working Group (JWG) on Defence Cooperation, co-chaired by Defence Secretary Singh and Director General of Israel's Ministry of Defence Maj Gen (Res) Amir Baram. During the meeting, India and Israel signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Defence Cooperation to provide a unified vision and policy framework for deepening bilateral defence collaboration, the Ministry of Defence said in a statement on Tuesday.

2025-11-04T21:16:57.382209+00:00 IST