G7 calls for resumption of ‘unhindered’ aid for Gaza

G7 calls for resumption of ‘unhindered’ aid for Gaza

  • “Hamas was told in no uncertain terms that this ‘bridge’ would have to be implemented soon — and that dual US Israeli citizen Edan Alexander would have to be released immediately,” the statement said
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White House says Hamas making ‘very bad bet’ in Gaza talks

White House says Hamas making ‘very bad bet’ in Gaza talks

  • “Hamas is making a very bad bet that time is on its side. It is not,” a statement said
  • “Hamas is well aware of the deadline, and should know that we will respond accordingly if that deadline passes“
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OIC chief calls for increased efforts to support orphans

OIC chief calls for increased efforts to support orphans

  • Hissein Brahim Taha urges need to ensure rights to foster care, education, healthcare
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Syrians commemorate uprising anniversary for first time since Assad’s fall

Syrians commemorate uprising anniversary for first time since Assad’s fall

  • Syrians were set to commemorate the 14th anniversary of their uprising on Saturday in public demonstrations in Damascus and other cities for the first time since president Bashar Assad was toppled
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Italy sees surge in migrant crossings despite PM’s tough stance

Italy sees surge in migrant crossings despite PM’s tough stance

  • Country sees 40% rise driven by Pakistanis and Bangladeshis, despite numbers elsewhere in Europe dropping 
  • Italy struck deals last year with authorities in Libya, Tunisia to halt Mediterranean crossings
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Miami Beach mayor threatens cinema closure over screening of Oscar-winning film ‘No Other Land’

Miami Beach mayor threatens cinema closure over screening of Oscar-winning film ‘No Other Land’

  • Documentary is propaganda, attack on Jews, says Steven Meiner
  • Cinema’s CEO Vivian Marthell stands by decision to screen film
By Arab News ·

Miami Beach mayor threatens cinema closure over screening of Oscar-winning film ‘No Other Land’

Miami Beach mayor threatens cinema closure over screening of Oscar-winning film ‘No Other Land’

  • Documentary is propaganda, attack on Jews, says Steven Meiner
  • Cinema’s CEO Vivian Marthell stands by decision to screen film
By Arab News ·

Norris edges Piastri for pole as McLaren lock out Melbourne front row

Norris edges Piastri for pole as McLaren lock out Melbourne front row

  • Lando Norris clinched pole position on Saturday for the season-opening Australian Grand Prix ahead of teammate Oscar Piastri as McLaren fired a warning shot to their rivals
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