Iraq approves Malaysian-Emirati JV for Najaf–Karbala Metro project

Iraq’s National Investment Commission (NIC) has received cabinet approval to sign a contract with the joint venture (JV) of Malaysia-based HSS Engineering (HSSE) and Dubai-based Consultant HSS (CHSS), for the Najaf–Karbala Metro project. According...

Arab and Islamic leaders push for urgent end to Gaza war in talks with Trump

TDT | Manama Email : editor@newsofbahrain.com Eight leaders and ministers from Arab and Islamic states issued a unified call to end the war in Gaza during talks with US President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the 80th UN General Assembly...

Iranian president hails Pakistani-Saudi defense deal as beginning of a 'comprehensive regional security system': media reports

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian delivers a speech at the General Debate of the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly on September 24 local time. Photo: Screenshot from ANI Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian welcomed the defense...

Israel deepens Gaza City offensive as Netanyahu heads to US

By Nidal al-Mughrabi and Steven Scheer CAIRO/JERUSALEM (Reuters) -Israeli forces advanced deeper into Gaza City on Thursday as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu headed to New York to address the United Nations General Assembly, with U.S. President...

Iranian President At The UN: The Idea Of A ‘Greater Israel’ Is Dangerous, We Will Never Build Nuclear Weapons

Iranian leader Masoud Pezeshkian, in his address to the United Nations (UN) General Assembly, condemned the aggression of Israel and the United States (U.S.) against Iran, highlighting the “savage nature of the attacks” and the violation of...

Iran, Bagram & More: As Donald Trump, Shehbaz Sharif Meet Today, Here's What Is On The Agenda

Last Updated:September 25, 2025, 15:20 IST The United States seeks to further leverage Pakistan’s geographic and strategic influence, particularly as Iran aggressively pursues uranium enrichment and nuclear capabilities Rapid Read Summarized by...

Syria and Ukraine restore ties after Al Shara meets Zelenskyy at UN

Syria has formally restored diplomatic relations with Ukraine after their leaders met at the UN General Assembly. Ukraine broke ties with Syria in June 2022 after Syria, under former president Bashar Al Assad, recognised the independence of large...

Government pressing Iran on detained couple

The government said it is continuing to press Iranian authorities regarding the case of a detained British couple facing espionage charges, ahead of their next court appearance. Lindsay and Craig Foreman, from East Sussex, were on a motorcycle...

Egypt aims to cut customs clearance time by 75%: El-Khatib

Arab Finance: Egypt's trade policy is seeking to reduce customs clearance time by 75%, Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade Hassan El-Khatib revealed during a meeting with a delegation from the Shafik Gabr Foundation. The state is also...

Egyptian remittances hit record $23.2 billion in first seven months of 2025

The Central Bank of Egypt announced a 49.7 percent increase in remittances from Egyptians working abroad during the first seven months of the year (January-July 2025), reaching approximately $23.2 billion. According to a statement from the Central...

Iran leader blasts US, Israel in speech to UN

Let us read it for you. Listen now. Your browser does not support the audio element. UNITED NATIONS -- Addressing the world's leaders, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Wednesday blamed the United States and Israeli attacks for "dealing a...

Israel intensifies its offensive in Gaza City amid global outcry

Israel has intensified its siege on Gaza City using explosive-laden robots, armored vehicles and "suicide APCs" to encircle and isolate the north, despite lacking precise intel on Hamas or hostages – raising doubts about the operation’s...

Israeli forces push deeper into Gaza City as Netanyahu heads to UN

JERUSALEM, Sept. 25 (Xinhua) -- Israeli troops advanced further into Gaza City on Thursday, as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to prevent the establishment of a Palestinian state before departing for New York to address the United Nations...

Israel weighs personal sanctions against Palestinian officials after wave of recognitions – report

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu holds a press conference at the Prime Minister's office in Jerusalem, September 16, 2025. Photo by Marc Israel Sellem/Pool Following the wave of announcements by several states that they are recognizing a...

Israeli academics, cultural figures voice support for Armenian Quarter in Jerusalem

In an unprecedented show of solidarity, a group of 20 prominent Israeli academics, jurists, and cultural figures has issued a public statement backing the Armenian community of Jerusalem in its struggle to protect the historic Armenian Quarter...

Türkiye–Africa trade increases sixfold in 20yrs

TÜRKIYE: THE bilateral trade volume between Türkiye and African countries has risen more than six times over the past two decades, driven by strengthened economic ties and growing cooperation across key sectors. Trade between the two partners...

Israeli airstrikes on Gaza kill 30, including children

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu denounced leaders who had recognised a Palestinian state, as he headed to the United States on Thursday for White House talks and an address to the UN General Assembly. His remarks came three days after...

Iran Intelligence Ministry Unveils Details about Israel’s Classified Nuclear, Military Documents

According to Khatib, the files include the full names, personal details, addresses, and professional links of 189 nuclear and military specialists tied to Israel’s weapons projects. The Iranian minister said the list is still being expanded as...

Israeli sovereignty is the only barrier against future threats

The disgrace and folly brought about by countries that recently recognized a "Palestinian state" leaves one positive effect: it removes the last hesitations and pushes Israel to extend its sovereignty over Judea and Samaria. The conditions for the...

Syria back at UN after 58 years: An ex-al Qaeda fighter does what Assads couldn't

One of the highlights of the second day of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) meeting was the new Syrian President, Ahmed al-Sharaa's brief address. This was the first time in 58 years that a Syrian president addressed the international...