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Syria welcomes Britain's lifting of sanctions on 12 entities

Damascus, April 25: Syria has welcomed Britain's decision to lift sanctions on 12 Syrian entities operating in key sectors.

Egyptian President, Italian Foreign Minister discuss bilateral ties, regional issues

Cairo, April 25: Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi met here with Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani to discuss enhancing bilateral relations and addressing pressing regional issues.

Relationship between India and Saudi Arabia has improved a lot: Foreign Affairs Expert

New Delhi, April 22: Foreign Affairs Expert Sushant Sareen stated on Tuesday that India's relations with Saudi Arabia have improved significantly, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed on a two-day official visit to Saudi Arabia, running from April 21 to April 22.

Iran serious in talks with US, seeks no delay: Deputy FM

Tehran, April 21: Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi said the country is serious in its indirect negotiations with the US and wants no delay in the diplomatic process.

Robust India-Saudi Arabia Strategic Partnership set for major boost during PM Modi's Riyadh visit next week

New Delhi, April 19: India and Saudi Arabia are expected to further strengthen their multifaceted partnership during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's two-day visit to the Kingdom, next week.

Israel 'committed' to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear arms

Jerusalem, April 18: Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz said in a statement on Friday that he is committed, along with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and all parties, to leading a "clear course of action" to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.

Oman to mediate 2nd round of US-Iran nuclear talks in Rome

Muscat, April 18: Oman's Foreign Ministry has confirmed that it will continue to mediate a second round of nuclear talks between US and Iranian officials scheduled to take place in Rome on Saturday.

Iran ready to expand all-out cooperation with Saudi Arabia: President Pezeshkian

Tehran, April 18: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian met here with visiting Saudi Defence Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, calling for expanding cooperation between their two countries in all areas.

Qatari emir, Lebanese president discuss ties, cooperation

Doha, April 17: Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani met here with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun to discuss bilateral cooperation, particularly in the fields of energy, economy, and investment.

Iranian Foreign Minister says 'principle' of Tehran's uranium enrichment non-negotiable

Tehran, April 16: Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said on Wednesday that "the principle" of his country's uranium enrichment is non-negotiable, according to the official news agency IRNA.

Tunisian president reaffirms support for Palestinian statehood in talks with Arab League chief

Tunis, April 16: Tunisian President Kais Saied reaffirmed his country's unwavering support for the Palestinian cause and the establishment of a sovereign Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital.

President Trump wants to see dialogue, discussion with Iran: WH Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt

Washington DC, April 16: White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt spoke about the ongoing negotiations between the US and Iran and shared that US President Trump held a conversation on Tuesday (US Local time) with the Sultan of Oman and thanked the latter for hosting the first direct meeting between the two countries. She reiterated in her remarks that the US stands firm on Iran not being able to obtain nuclear weapons.

US Envoy Witkoff: A deal with Iran will only be completed if it is a Trump deal

Tehran, April 15: US Special Presidential Envoy Steve Witkoff posted on X (formerly Twitter), outlining his stance on the ongoing negotiations with Iran. Witkoff emphasised that any final deal with Iran must align with President Trump's vision for peace, stability, and prosperity in the Middle East.

Netanyahu voices opposition to Palestinian statehood amid French recognition push

Jerusalem, April 15: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday that he opposes the establishment of a Palestinian state, reaffirming his long-held position amid mounting international support for a two-state solution.

Iran's leader warns against extreme optimism or pessimism about talks with US

Tehran, April 15: Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei on Tuesday warned against "extreme optimism or pessimism" in the country about the indirect talks between Tehran and Washington.

Iraqi, Iranian FMs discuss regional security, US-Iran Talks

Baghdad, April 15: Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein held a phone conversation with his Iranian counterpart Seyed Abbas Araghchi, during which he affirmed Iraq's support for all effort that contributes to enhancing regional security and stability.

Lebanese president reaffirms army's role in south, urges continued US support

Beirut, April 15: Lebanese President Joseph Aoun reaffirmed that the Lebanese army is fully carrying out its duties in areas vacated by Israeli forces in southern Lebanon.

Iranian FM to visit Russia to discuss Iran-US Muscat talks

Tehran, April 14: Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi will travel to Russia later this week for talks on recent developments in indirect negotiations with the United States, Iran's Foreign Ministry said on Monday.

UAE President affirms support for Syria's aspirations for stability

Abu Dhabi, April 13: President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held talks today with Ahmad Al-Sharaa, President of the Syrian Arab Republic, on the fraternal relations between the two countries and ways to strengthen cooperation for the benefit of both peoples.

UAE, US to deepen strategic partnerships as Energy Secretary concludes visit

Abu Dhabi, April 11: The United States Secretary of Energy Chris Wright, has concluded his first official international trip to the UAE since assuming office, reinforcing the longstanding and constructive bilateral ties between both countries.

Iranian FM visits Algeria for talks on Gaza, bilateral ties

Algiers, April 9: Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi arrived in Algiers for an official visit, holding talks with senior Algerian officials to discuss bilateral relations and regional developments, including the ongoing conflict in the Gaza Strip.

Greek Defence Minister says ready to support Lebanese army

Beirut, April 8: Greece is ready to provide necessary support to the Lebanese army as needed, Greek Defence Minister Nikos Dendias said here Tuesday.

Trump, Netanyahu discuss Gaza hostages, tariffs at White House

Washington, April 8: US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met at the White House, focusing on the Gaza hostage crisis and US tariffs on Israeli goods.

Netanyahu, Trump to meet at White House

Jerusalem, April 7: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to meet with US President Donald Trump on Monday at 1 p.m. local time (1700 GMT) at the White House, according to a statement from his office.

Abdullah bin Zayed, Israeli Foreign Minister discuss latest regional developments

Abu Dhabi, April 7: Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, today received Gideon Sa'ar, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Israel, in Abu Dhabi.

Jordan, Egypt discuss efforts for permanent Gaza ceasefire

Amman, April 3: Jordan's Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi and Egypt's Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty discussed efforts to secure a permanent ceasefire in Gaza.

UAE welcomes formation of new government in Syria

Abu Dhabi, March 31: The United Arab Emirates has welcomed the announcement of the formation of the new Syrian government, and affirmed its support for the Syrian people's aspirations towards achieving stability and prosperity.

Egypt, Spain reject Israeli military operations in Gaza

Cairo, March 26: Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez rejected the ongoing Israeli military operations in the Gaza Strip.

Netanyahu, Rubio discuss hostage release, Gaza offensive

Jerusalem, March 24: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio have discussed over the phone efforts to release hostages in Hamas captivity and Israel's renewed assault on Gaza.

UAE President welcomed in Cairo by Egyptian President at start of fraternal visit

Cairo, March 22: President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan arrived in Cairo today on a fraternal visit to the Arab Republic of Egypt.

Jordanian FM urges immediate ceasefire in Gaza

Amman, March 21: Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi reiterated the urgent need for a ceasefire in Gaza, calling for immediate international intervention to halt Israel's military operations and reopen border crossings for humanitarian aid.

UAE highlights its mediation efforts as Russia and Ukraine exchange 350 captives

Abu Dhabi, March 20: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced the success of mediation efforts in a new exchange of war captives between Russia and Ukraine on Wednesday, which included 175 Ukrainian captives and 175 Russian captives - 350 captives in total - bringing the overall number exchanged through UAE mediation efforts to 3,233.

Israel Foreign Ministry official praises Trump administration's policies, elaborates on dealing with radicalism

New Delhi, March 19: Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs Director General Eden Bar Tal has praised the Trump administration's policies calling it "very clear" and urged those criticising the new policies to look at the past on how they failed with all theoretical proposals. He stressed that radicalism must be addressed by de-radicalisation and called it a long process.

Iraq, Syria discuss ties, anti-terrorism cooperation

Baghdad, March 15: Iraqi leaders met with Syria's chief of foreign affairs authority, Asaad al-Shaibani to discuss bilateral relations and anti-terrorism cooperation.

Iran condemns US new sanctions on oil minister, firms, vessels

Tehran, March 14: Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei on Friday condemned fresh US sanctions targeting several individuals, vessels, and companies linked to Iran's oil exports.

Trilateral Summit in Athens: FM Saar Meets with Greek and Cypriot Counterparts to Advance Regional Alliance

Tel Aviv, March 13: Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar met Thursday in Athens with the foreign ministers of Greece and Cyprus, Giorgos Graffitris and Constantinos Kombos, as part of a trilateral summit of Israel's "Hellenic Alliance" with Greece and Cyprus. The focus of their discussions was on regional developments and the Iranian nuclear threat.

UAE President receives Crown Prince of Bahrain

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