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Developing First direct talks between Lebanon and Israel in decades take place in Washington

First direct talks between Lebanon and Israel in decades take place in Washington

  • US Secretary of State Marco Rubio describes meeting as an 'historic opportunity' as he sits down with the Lebanese and Israeli ambassadors to the US taking part
  • Lebanese government hopes talks will lead to an end to the fighting between Israel and Hezbollah
By AP ·

Update Trump signals possible new Iran talks in Pakistan: New York Post

Trump signals possible new Iran talks in Pakistan: New York Post

  • Trump said second round of Iran talks could happen in Pakistan “over the next two days”
  • Pakistani sources say the first talks were part of an ongoing diplomatic process rather than a one-off effort
By AFP ·

Update Strait of Hormuz traffic barely affected on first day of US blockade

Strait of Hormuz traffic barely affected on first day of US blockade

  • Strait traffic remains far below pre-war levels, industry sources report
  • China calls US blockade ‘dangerous and ‌irresponsible’, urges de-escalation
By Reuters ·

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India’s Ambassador to the Kingdom Dr. Suhel Ajaz Khan visited the Eastern Province on April 12 and held interactive sessions.

Indian ambassador to Saudi Arabia interacts with the community in Eastern Province

  • The ambassador interacted with a large gathering of the Indian community in Jubail, assured them of his full support, and addressed their concerns
By Arab News ·

Syrian government helps 800 displaced families return to Afrin

Syrian government helps 800 displaced families return to Afrin

  • Move is part of an agreement between the Syrian government and the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces
  • It is the largest organized return operation to date and reflects government’s commitment to tackling humanitarian issues displaced persons face, official says
By Arab News ·

Trump says Italy’s Meloni lacks ‘courage’ on Iran war: report

Trump says Italy’s Meloni lacks ‘courage’ on Iran war: report

  • Meloni, Italy’s far-right leader since October 2022, has been one of Trump’s closest allies in Europe
  • Trump said they had not spoken this month, ‘not in a long time,’ saying: ‘She doesn’t help us with NATO’
By AFP ·

IMF cuts MENA growth forecast to 1.1% on Iran war

IMF cuts MENA growth forecast to 1.1% on Iran war

  • Lender warns Mideast war driving up financial stability risks
By AFP - Reuters ·

Google launches Personal Intelligence in the Gemini app across Arab region

Google launches Personal Intelligence in the Gemini app across Arab region

  • Tool allows users to link selected Google apps so Gemini can use relevant information to answer questions, assist with tasks
By Arab News ·

Google launches Personal Intelligence in the Gemini app across Arab region

Google launches Personal Intelligence in the Gemini app across Arab region

  • Tool allows users to link selected Google apps so Gemini can use relevant information to answer questions, assist with tasks
By Arab News ·