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They warned leaving the alliance would aid rivals, threaten US security and require Senate approval under 2024 law

A former tier one operator in Iraq offers candid insights into the spike in attacks against U.S. interests by Iranian-backed militias.

South Sudan is evolving into a catastrophic human rights and humanitarian crisis, UN Human Rights Council-appointed independent experts warned on Thursday.

Hamas conveyed several demands and amendments to the board’s plan, including an end to what they call Israeli violations, implementation of all provisions, and IDF withdrawal from Gaza.

Environmental Protection Agency director Lee Zeldin speaks at EDSI Cables, Wednesday, March 18, 2026, in Auburn Hills, Mich. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)

UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The U.N. Security Council is scheduled to vote Friday on a proposal to secure the Strait of Hormuz after it was significantly watered down in the face of opposition from China and Russia about allowing force to reopen the critical waterway that Iran has largely cut off to global shipping. The

Prosecutors unveil artefact linked to lost Dacian civilisation after it was stolen from Dutch museum last year

Pakistan confirms it is holding peace talks with Afghanistan’s Taliban government in China.

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Danube Properties Unveils AED 3.5M+ ‘Greenz’ Master Community in Dubai’s High-Growth Academic City

Sharjah Police say incident occurred on Wednesday evening

Leader Abdul-Malik Al Houthi said joint military operations ‘ongoing’

All Cambridge International Schools to opt for portfolio of evidence route

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UAE President Sheikh Mohamed and Jordan’s King Abdullah discuss Iranian aggression, regional security and stronger bilateral cooperation in key phone call.

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The president said U.S. military objectives would be completed “very shortly” and pledged to hit Iran “extremely hard.” | World News

The work at Antelope Reef, which could give Beijing another runway and more missile facilities, caught some analysts by surprise | World News

International media organizations have joined Serbian journalists in raising concerns about declining press freedoms in Serbia. They report record levels of physical violence, online smear campaigns,…

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth asked Army Chief of Staff Randy George to step down and retire, a U.S. official confirmed to NPR.

Stocks recovered most of their earlier losses as volatility returned to Wall Street after two days of solid gains. The S&P 500 fell 0.2%, the Dow fell 154 points and

Regime has long used the death penalty to suppress dissent but now appears to be withholding information on the killing of hundreds of prisoners, say rights groups

A government that openly embraces violence against Palestinians has now enshrined into law a policy of lethal force, says B’Tselem’s executive director, Yuli Novak

Treasury Department removed Delcy Rodríguez from its sanctions list, easing path to fresh American investments. | World News

The United Arab Emirates, specifically Dubai, is witnessing a noticeable escalation in restrictions on freedom of expression, amid a wave of arrests that have targeted hundreds of expatriates for sharing images.

Total number of intercepted drones now more than 2,000

Dubai-raised actor Niraj Nair turns a life-changing play at Mall of the Emirates into a rising Off-Broadway career, championing South Asian stories in New York.

1,200 women to benefit from ADAFSA campaign promoting nutritious family lifestyles

From Dubai to London, New York and South Asia, UAE ticket prices are surging amid war-related rerouting, fuel spikes and tight capacity. Here’s what’s behind it.

As the city continues to evolve in how residents experience hospitality, Park Regis Kris Kin Dubai Hotel offers a carefully crafted local stay that puts flexibility, comfort, and value at its core. The new hotel package ’24-Hour Stay with Dining Credit’ will be launched starting Friday, April 3, reimagining traditional stays by putting control back in the hands of guests…

Move comes as US mocks absence of ‘big, bad Royal Navy’ as more British equipment arrives in Middle East

UAE expresses solidarity with Pakistan after deadly floods in Bannu, offering condolences to victims’ families and wishing a speedy recovery to the injured.

A 12-year-old boy drowns in Sharjah’s Wadi Al Helo as police warn parents about the deadly risks of swimming in wadis and rainwater pools.

French President Emmanuel Macron said on Thursday Donald Trump’s mocking comments about his marriage did not merit a response, calling them

The UAE air defences on Thursday engaged 19 ballistic missiles and 26 UAVs launched from Iran. Since the start of the blatant Iranian attacks, UAE air defences…

The bloc’s problem with Budapest runs deeper than Viktor Orbán, whose election rival also has to align with the electorate’s profound anti-Ukrainian sentiment.

The European Space Agency will negotiate future participation in NASA missions after the US space agency revamped its lunar program, the ESA head told AFP Wednesday.

When wildfires raged around Los Angeles last year, Rene Amy’s home was razed to a pile of toxic ash.

U.S. President Donald Trump says the U.S. will keep hitting Iran “extremely hard” even though he says all his military objectives have been met or exceeded.

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As sowing season approaches across the region, farmers face scarcity and rising cost of fertiliser.

Donald Trump said US forces would bring Iran “back to the Stone Ages” as he addressed the American people on the war. Oil prices surged following his speech, while Iran vowed a “crushing” response. DW has the latest.

Iran continued to target Gulf countries with ballistic missiles and drones Thursday as the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad issued a security alert warning of attacks by Iran-backed militias.

Pakistan confirms it is holding peace talks with Afghanistan’s Taliban government in China.

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Stocks recovered most of their earlier losses as volatility returned to Wall Street after two days of solid gains. The S&P 500 fell 0.1%, the Dow fell 87 points and

Prosecutors unveil priceless artefact in press conference after it was taken from Netherlands museum in January 2025

Leaders say Tehran’s aggression towards neighbours is breach of international law