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Ceasefire Hopes Dim as Hamas Rejects Israeli Demands in Gaza Negotiations
Cairo: Hamas announced on Sunday its rejection of new Israeli conditions in the ongoing ceasefire negotiations, casting doubt on the likelihood of a breakthrough in the US-backed efforts to end the 10-month conflict in Gaza. Despite months of intermittent talks, no agreement has been reached to halt Israel’s military campaign in Gaza or secure the release of hostages taken by…
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Last-Ditch Ceasefire Talks Conclude in Doha as Middle East Tensions Rise
Mediators are trying hard to restart talks between Hamas and Israel for a ceasefire agreement. The latest meeting took place in Doha on Thursday and Friday. While no big breakthrough happened, efforts will continue. Technical teams will meet again soon, and the main people involved will meet in Cairo next week. These talks are happening at a tense time. There…
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Shah Rukh Khan Denies Secret Mission: Was He Involved in Navy Veterans’ Release From Qatar?
Mumbai, India: Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has denied claims that he played any role in securing the release of eight Indian Navy veterans who were detained in Qatar on espionage charges. Rumors circulated online suggesting Khan used his influence to intervene in the diplomatic situation. However, on Tuesday, his team issued a strong statement refuting these claims. “Any such…
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18-Month Nightmare Ends: Indian Navy Vets Return Home After Qatar Spy Allegations
New Delhi: Eight Indian Navy veterans, initially sentenced to death in Qatar on alleged spying charges, have been released and seven have returned to India after an 18-month ordeal. The veterans, employed by Dahra Global, were assisting with the introduction of Italian U212 stealth submarines in Qatar. Following a Qatari court’s death sentence in October 2023, India, expressing deep shock,…
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Qatar Pauses LNG Tanker Movements Amidst Yemen Airstrikes
Qatar has reportedly halted the transit of liquefied natural gas (LNG) tankers through the Bab el-Mandeb Strait following US-led airstrikes on Houthi targets in Yemen, reported Bloomberg. Ship-tracking data reveals that at least five Qatari LNG vessels heading towards the Red Sea’s southern end have been paused since Friday. The Combined Military Forces, including the US and UK navies, advised…
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Qatar Alters Death Sentences for Former Indian Navy Personnel
A Qatar court has commuted the death sentences of eight former Indian naval officers, convicted for undisclosed charges, previously speculated to be spying for Israel. India’s foreign ministry revealed the sentences were reduced but didn’t specify the new penalty. Israel’s embassy declined comment, deeming it “not an Israeli matter.” The men, initially sentenced to death in October, were reported to…
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