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'Americans aim to change Iranian government, create chaos ': Waiel Awwad o
Updated : 2 weeks, 1 day ago IST
Foreign affairs expert Waiel Awwad said that Israel's early-morning strikes on Iranian military installations and leadership, including Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei's residence, have triggered Iranian retaliation against US bases and Gulf countries, signalling the conflict is escalatin
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Iranian drone hits Dubai airport, four injured
Updated : 2 weeks, 1 day ago IST
Emergency teams were dispatched immediately in coordination with relevant authorities, Al Jazeera said, citing Dubai Airports' media office.
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"Israel succeeded in dragging US into quagmire of war with Iran": Ambassad
Updated : 2 weeks, 1 day ago IST
Amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, Iran's Ambassador to the United Nations, Amir Saeid Iravani, said that all bases and assets of hostile forces in the region are considered legitimate military targets under Iran's right to self-defence.
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IAEA urges restraint amid Middle East tensions "to avoid any nuclear safet
Updated : 2 weeks, 1 day ago IST
"The IAEA is closely monitoring developments in the Middle East, and urges restraint to avoid any nuclear safety risks to people in the region. The IAEA is in permanent contact with countries in the region, so far no evidence of any radiological impact. The Agency will keep monitoring the si
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EAM Jaishankar holds talks with Gulf leaders, stresses safety of Indian Co
Updated : 2 weeks, 1 day ago IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar spoke with his counterparts from several Gulf countries amid rising tensions in West Asia, stressing the need for de-escalation through dialogue and diplomacy.
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Bangladesh expresses concerns over war in middle east
Updated : 2 weeks, 1 day ago IST
In light of the recent volatile situation and escalating tensions in the Middle East, including Iran, the Government of Bangladesh has expressed deep concern regarding the safety and security of Bangladeshi nationals residing in the region.
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"Worrisome development": Ex-Indian High Commissioner to Canada Vikas Swaru
Updated : 2 weeks, 1 day ago IST
Former Indian High Commissioner to Canada, Vikas Swarup, on Saturday termed US and Israel strikes on Iran as "a worrisome development" as it hampers India's interest in the Middle-East.
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British planes in sky as part of defensive operations in Middle east: UK P
Updated : 2 weeks, 1 day ago IST
"I condemn Iran's attacks on partners across the region, many of which are not parties to this conflict, we extend our support and solidarity to them. As part of our commitment to the security of our allies in the middle east, we have a range of defensive capabilities in the region, which
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DGCA issues urgent safety advisory on Middle East, Gulf airspace risks
Updated : 2 weeks, 1 day ago IST
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on Saturday issued an urgent safety advisory to all Indian air operators, warning of heightened risks to civil aviation in the Middle East and Persian Gulf airspace following a sharp escalation in regional tensions.
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Felix Gill, Federico Cina reach final of men's singles event at MahaOpen A
Updated : 2 weeks, 1 day ago IST
The prestigious tournament is being organised by the Maharashtra State Lawn Tennis Association (MSLTA) in association with the Department of Sports and Youth Services, Government of Maharashtra, PCMC, PMC and PMDTA, and is sponsored by the Pune Metropolitan Regional Development Authority (PM
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Air India Express extends Westbound International Flight suspension to Gul
Updated : 2 weeks, 1 day ago IST
Air India Express has announced the extension of its westbound international flight suspensions to the Gulf region until March 1, 2026, due to the ongoing situation in the area. The airline is coordinating with authorities and will resume services when conditions permit. Guests with booki
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SriLankan Airlines cancels 10 flights amid ongoing Middle East conflict
Updated : 2 weeks, 1 day ago IST
SriLankan Airlines announced the cancellation of 10 flights to and from the Middle East due to airspace closures in parts of the region amid escalating tensions in West Asia. The airline said the decision was taken in the interest of passenger safety and operational security.
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