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Stone Age footprints discovered in Soran Rudaw07:04
Trump Says he Did Not Consult Israel Before Removing Syria’s Sanctions Asharq Al-Awsat06:44
Bloomberg reveals Russia's ultimatum demands at Istanbul talks Ukrainska Pravda05:32
The Houthis almost shot down an F-35—and Washington is panicked The National Interest01:36
Arab League to meet in Baghdad today to discuss Gaza Iraqi News05:44
Hamas accuses Trump envoy of breaking deal after U.S. Soldier’s release Days of Palestine21:18
Report: Trump Administration working on plan to move 1 million Palestinians to Libya Asharq Al-Awsat06:04

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Russians and Ukrainians meet in Turkey for first talks in 3 years Tehran Times07:31

China urges action on two-state solution to end Palestinian suffering Tehran Times07:31

Bernie Sanders: Democrats ‘not speaking up’ on Gaza due to fear of pro-Israel lobby The Times of Israel07:30

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Baghdad summit: 34th Arab League event underway Shafaq News07:12

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Picasso in Tehran; Showcasing a genius' masterpieces Mehr News Agency07:00

Demonstrations in Libyan capital after fighting earlier this week Anadolu Agency06:59

Libya's Government of National Unity denies reports that 2 ministers resigned Anadolu Agency06:48

Buyers become more picky about property in Dubai despite thriving market, experts say The National06:45

Trump Says he Did Not Consult Israel Before Removing Syria’s Sanctions Asharq Al-Awsat06:44

Amir heads to Iraq for Arab Summits The Peninsula06:43

Return of a genius' masterpieces to the Iranian art landscape Mehr News Agency06:42

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UN plans to resume humanitarian aid deliveries to Gaza: Relief chief Anadolu Agency06:38

Lebanon banks on Arab diplomacy to ease Israeli pressure over Hezbollah disarmament The National06:35

Reports Suggest Trump Administration Plans To Relocate Palestinians To Libya Outlook India06:34

Israeli military says it has launched first stages of major offensive in Gaza Radio New Zealand06:32

Oil posts weekly gain but remains under supply hike pressure Shafaq News06:28

Israel launches 'extensive strikes' in new major offensive in Gaza France 2406:27

People are starving in Gaza: Trump Anadolu Agency06:26

Ukraine calls on allies to keep pressure on Russia after talks yield no ceasefire AsiaOne06:24

Gulf CEO: Trump coveys positive signal on Thai investment in US Bangkok Post06:24

Bulgaria Becomes Largest Importer as Turkey’s Gas Exports Soar Novinite06:21

Hannah Thomas, daughter of ex-AG Tommy Thomas, contrasts Malaysian and Australian politics, highlights Palestine… Malay Mail06:20

India Restricts Pakistan Goods Imported Via Third Counties: Reports Outlook India06:18

KACST, Caltech Sign Agreement to Strengthen Cooperation in Earth and Space Sciences Asharq Al-Awsat06:11

Donald Trump sounds more like a Chinese leader as he rejects the liberal world order The Irish Times06:09

Quadsat and Arabsat sign MoU on spectrum and antennas SatellitePro ME06:08

Indian trade body Cait to boycott Turkey, Azerbaijan; urges film industry to restrict shoots in the 2 countries Indian Express06:06

Report: Trump Administration Working on Plan to Move 1 Million Palestinians to Libya Asharq Al-Awsat06:04

Arab League to meet in Baghdad today to discuss Gaza Iraqi News05:44

Ukraine, Russia agree to major prisoner swap after rare peace talks in Istanbul The Telegraph, Calcutta05:41

In the last 4 hours

Dubai Trump Tower gets max sales attention in big week Gulf News05:33

Bloomberg reveals Russia's ultimatum demands at Istanbul talks Ukrainska Pravda05:32

Turkey Faces $90-Million Blow As Indian Destination Weddings Exit Amid Diplomatic Fallout News18.com05:30

Saudi Riyal remains stable against Pakistani Rupee (PKR) – May 17, 2025 Daily Ausaf05:28

Carter Center Calls for Robust Global Support Following U.S. Sanctions Lifting on Syria Carter Center (Press Release)05:25

US officials discussed potential relocation of Palestinians to Libya Libyan Expres05:15

OnePlus 13s to launch soon: Check price in India, Dubai, specifications, design and more here The Financial Express05:07

Rescuers say 100 dead as Israel launches fresh Gaza offensive Digital Journal05:02

“Spectacular feat…” PM Modi hails Neeraj Chopra for crossing 90m mark Rising Kashmir05:01

China respects Iran’s right to peaceful use of nuclear power Mehr News Agency05:00

Video: Israel pounds Houthi strongholds in Yemen, 2 major ports hit in airstrikes India Today05:00

Arab League to meet in Baghdad to discuss regional crises Digital Journal04:52

Israel furious over secrecy of US-Iran negotiations Mehr News Agency04:50

Rajasthan: Ajmer fruit traders boycott Turkish fruit over Turkey's support for Pakistan AniNews.in04:48

Trump says Iran has received US nuclear proposal Yeni Şafak04:48

Crypto has become the ultimate swamp asset Mint04:39

Abwab AI on Automating SME Lending with Local Intelligence and Global Tech The Fintech Times04:39

Turkey’s Celebi says it’s cooperating after India revokes clearance The Economic Times04:36

Germany says Ukraine-Russia meeting in Istanbul a ‘positive signal' Yeni Şafak04:31

‘Important day for world peace,' Turkish foreign minister says after Istanbul talks between Russia, Ukraine Yeni Şafak04:31

Ukrainian president discusses Istanbul peace talks with EU leaders Yeni Şafak04:26

Citing national security concerns Lpu terminates MoUs with Turkey, Azerbaijan Hindustan Times04:24

Front pages of Iran’s English dailies on May 17 Mehr News Agency04:19

Abu Dhabi court dismisses man’s Dh33,000 loan claim Gulf News04:19

Israel Intensifies Gaza Strikes, Hits Yemen Ports Amid Hostage Standoff Outlook India04:11

Turkey bolsters ties with Pakistan during and after India conflict Nikkei Asian Review04:08

'Initial stages': Israel ramps up Gaza strikes in latest offensive New Zealand Herald04:08

Palestine eyes Zim for investment opportunities NewsDay, Zimbabwe04:05

Pakistan returns Indian border guard captured after Kashmir attack The New Arab04:04

Lights, cameras, action at Eurovision Song Contest final Digital Journal04:02

More than 19,000 Palestinians displaced amid Israel's 'Gideon's Chariots' operation UPI03:52

Video: 'He's the chosen one': Meet the 14-year-old British boxer now fighting for Bahrain Sky News03:45

Microsoft gave AI to Israeli army but denies its use to harm Gaza civilians The Business Standard03:44

'Now I represent Bahrain' says teen boxer Sky News03:41

It Happened at the UN: Week Ending May 16 PassBlue03:41

In the last 6 hours

Decrease in temperatures in the UAE today? Gulf News03:38

IDF says it is ‘seizing strategic areas’ as it launches first stages of major new Gaza offensive The Times of Israel03:36

Mumbai airport replaces Turkey’s Celebi with Indian firm Hindustan Times03:35

Turkey’s Celebi sues India over ‘vague’ clearance pullback The News International03:27

Air India lobbies government to axe IndiGo lease with Turkish carrier: report The News International03:27

Traders at Vashi APMC market boycott Turkish apples Hindustan Times03:24

Iran Disputes Trump's Claim US Made Nuclear Proposal NewsMax03:23

Indian expat wins Big Ticket with solo bet, free entry Gulf News03:18

OpenAI to help UAE develop one of world's biggest data centres The Economic Times03:16

Lessons for Iraq from the Former Yugoslavia The Independent Institute (Weblog)03:13

Republicans strive to muzzle anti-genocide students Electronic Intifada03:08

Israel has launched a large-scale operation in Gaza UNN.ua03:05

Beware Qataris Bearing Gifts Air Mail03:04

Trump roasted after bizarre brag to Fox's Bret Baier: 'Need a dementia word salad decoder' The Raw Story03:03

Unexpected Europe tourist taxes for UAE travellers Gulf News03:01

Edward Kemp KC to speak at the DIFC Academy in Dubai Matrix Chambers (Press Release)02:49

Ukraine-Russia talks in Turkey yield POW swap, but little signs of progress on truce The Times of Israel02:46

UN peacekeepers attacked by civilians in Lebanon, no casualties reported DD News02:42

IIFT sets up first overseas campus in Dubai, marking historic step in global expansion DD News02:42

Russians and Ukrainians in Turkey for what would be first talks in 3 year DD News02:42

Peace breakthrough unlikely as Putin declines to meet Zelenskiy in Turkey DD News02:42

NYC Mayor Adams to Newsmax: DA Probing Arrests of Columbia Protesters NewsMax02:36

At least 93 killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza as Trump wraps up visit to the region The Irish Independent02:35

Ishaan Tharoor: Donald Trump’s Middle East trip causing concern in Israel as Netanyahu looks to … The Irish Independent02:35

Farce and confusion at Ukraine peace talks as main protagonists fail to show up The Irish Independent02:34

Breaking down claims that Spanish prime minister called Israel a 'genocidal state' Snopes.com02:32

Dubai Courts resolve cases in under 75 days Gulf News02:17

President Trump's Visit to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE Al-Monitor (Video)02:16

Peace Is Up For Grabs The Nation02:10

Descent into Hell The Nation02:10

UAE travellers want long breaks for summer 2025 Gulf News02:00

Earlier today

The Houthis Almost Shot Down an F-35—and Washington Is Panicked The National Interest01:36

China calls for 2-state solution with Palestinian state to move past Nakba Yeni Şafak01:35

Gaza hunger leaves girl severely malnourished CBS News01:29

Neeraj Chopra finally breaches 90m mark, finishes second in Doha Diamond League The Hindu Business Line01:20

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