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Qatar "successfully intercepts, repels" multiple attacks targeting country
Updated : 19 hours, 55 min ago IST
"The Ministry affirmed that the threat was addressed immediately upon detection and in accordance with the pre-approved security plan, with all missiles being intercepted before reaching Qatari territory," the statement read.
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Nepal issues travel advisory to their citizens residing in Israel, Iran am
Updated : 19 hours, 55 min ago IST
"The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Government of Nepal, is closely monitoring the evolving situation in the Middle East. In this context, Nepali nationals currently residing in Israel and Iran are advised to take the following precautionary measures," Nepal's government read in a statement.
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Congress condemns US-Israel strikes against Iran, asks Centre to ensure sa
Updated : 19 hours, 55 min ago IST
Congress on Saturday condemned the United States and Israel's joint military strikes against Iran and urged the Centre to ensure the safety of Indians in West Asia.
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"Take proactive measures to safeguard Indians in Middle East": Rahul Gandh
Updated : 19 hours, 55 min ago IST
Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Saturday urged the Centre to take proactive measures to safeguard Indians in West Asia amid military strikes between US-Israel and Iran.
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US Mission in UAE instruct staff to 'take cover' in wake of regional secur
Updated : 19 hours, 55 min ago IST
The US Mission in the UAE instructed its staff in the US Embassy in Abu Dhabi and the US Consulate in Dubai to take shelter-in-place in the wake of the developing security situation in West Asia.
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"Exercise utmost caution": Indian Embassy in Tel Aviv issues advisory for
Updated : 19 hours, 55 min ago IST
The Indian Embassy in Tel Aviv on Saturday issued an advisory in wake of the security situation in West Asia, calling for all Indian nationals in Israel to exercise utmost caution and remain vigilant at all times. The Embassy called on Indian nationals to remain in close proximity to desi
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"Extremely important": Foreign Secy Misri says IMEC discussed "at some len
Updated : 16 hours, 26 min ago IST
Addressing the media in Jerusalem at the conclusion of PM Modi's visit, Misri noted that while the project remains a priority, "the regional situation does weigh on the progress of the initiative," as stable ties among participating corridor nations are essential for its success.
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"Peace, stability in West Asia directly linked to India's security": PM Mo
Updated : 16 hours, 26 min ago IST
Underscoring the renewed momentum during his discussions with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) and the India-Israel-UAE-USA (I2U2) initiative, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday emphasised that "peace and stability in
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"Fully prepared for both options, war and peace": Iran's FM Abbas Araghchi
Updated : 19 hours, 52 min ago IST
Ahead of the next round of talks between Iran and the United States over Tehran's nuclear program, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said they are fully prepared for both options, war and peace, expressing optimism that a fair and balanced
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Iran minister Araghchi to meet with US envoy Witkoff in Geneva for next ro
Updated : 19 hours, 46 min ago IST
Amidst possibility of military conflict with the United States, the minister said he was still working on a draft proposal to be presented to the American side, adding that a deal could be reached quickly between Tehran and Washington DC.
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US moves significant military forces in West Asia for possible strikes aga
Updated : 19 hours, 43 min ago IST
The comes amidst Iran and Russia announcing joint naval drills in the Sea of Oman to deter any "unilateral action" in the region. The aircraft carrier USS Gerald R Ford was approaching Gibraltar on Wednesday as it made its way to join the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln in the region, t
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IMEC slow progress due to "big conflict" in West Asia: Jaishankar says sus
Updated : 19 hours, 40 min ago IST
He alluded to German Chancellor Freidrich Merz remarks at the Munich Security Conference "coming back from a vacation from history" to explain the importance of IMEC at a time when global politics becomes more competitive, countries are rediscovering the importance of old trade geographie
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