Malta to recognise State of Palestine next month

Malta’s Prime Minister Robert Abela has announced plans to recognize the State of Palestine next month. Speaking at a political event, Abela highlighted the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, citing the devastating impact of Israel’s bombardment, which has claimed the lives of nearly 54,000 Palestinians, mostly women and children. Abela emphasized that recognizing Palestine is a […]

Malaysia Tops Asia Travel Rankings with 19 Wins in Trip.com Global Awards

Malaysia has emerged as a top travel destination in Asia, securing top honors in 19 different categories in Trip.com’s global travel rankings. Known for its family-friendly attractions, luxurious accommodations, vibrant nightlife, and diverse culinary experiences, Malaysia has proven to be a favorite among international tourists. This recognition further strengthens its position as a go-to destination […]

Pakistan to Cancel Passports, File FIRs Against Deported Beggars: Interior Minister

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi announced on Saturday that Pakistani citizens deported from abroad, particularly those involved in begging, will face strict action including passport cancellation and the registration of First Information Reports (FIRs) against them. According to official figures, Saudi Arabia has deported 5,033 Pakistani beggars over the past 16 months. Additionally, 369 individuals have […]

Trump signs executive orders seeking to boost US nuclear production

WASHINGTON: Licensing for reactors in the US can take over a decade at times, a process designed to prioritize nuclear safety but which has discouraged new projects. “This is going to turn the clock back on over 50 years of overregulation of an industry,” United States Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, who heads the White House […]

US lifts Syria sanctions in major foreign policy shift

WASHINGTON: The United States lifted comprehensive economic sanctions on Syria on Friday, marking a dramatic policy shift following the end of Bashar al-Assad’s regime and opening the door for new investment in the war-torn country. Syria must “continue to work towards becoming a stable country that is at peace, and today’s actions will hopefully put […]

Russia to share peace plan with Ukraine after prisoner swap

MOSCOW: Russia has said that it will soon give Ukraine a draft plan for ending the war. But this will only happen after the two sides finish swapping prisoners.   Both countries released 390 prisoners each on Friday and promised to release more soon. Russia has said that it still wants peace and is working […]