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ISIS Claims Responsibility For Deadly Pakistan Mosque Blast

The Islamic State group has claimed responsibility for a deadly suicide blast at a mosque in the Pakistani capital Islamabad

Published on: 07.02.2026 02:33
Tariffs Cut To 18%, $500 Billion Trade Aim: India-US Framework In 10 Points

The United States and India have finalised an interim trade agreement that cuts US tariffs on Indian goods to 18 per cent. As part of the deal, the US has withdrawn the additional 25 per cent duty it had imposed on Indian imports.

Published on: 07.02.2026 02:17
Tarique Rahman's BNP's Manifesto: The India Angle Explained

Bangladesh Nationalist Party has put India-centric flashpoints - cross-border shootings, "push-ins" and unresolved river-water sharing - at the heart of its foreign policy pitch in its election manifesto.

Published on: 07.02.2026 02:10
"Didn't Make Mistake": Trump After Racist Post On Obamas As Apes Deleted

US President Donald Trump's racist social media post featuring former President Barack Obama and his wife, Michelle Obama, as primates in a jungle was deleted Friday after a backlash from both Republicans and Democrats.

Published on: 07.02.2026 01:21
India's "Home-Grown Ills" Jab After Pak Blames Neighbours For Mosque Blast

Islamabad reeled on Friday after a devastating suicide bombing ripped through a crowded mosque in the capital, killing at least 69 people and injuring more than 170 others in one of the deadliest attacks in recent years.

Published on: 07.02.2026 01:03
Cook Kills Himself By Plunging Head Into Hot Deep Fryer At Olive Garden Restaurant

A Pennsylvania Olive Garden employee died from severe burn injuries after jumping into a deep fryer in a suicide attempt.

Published on: 07.02.2026 00:55
Trump Lifts 25% Tariff On India Over Russian Oil Imports After Trade Deal

US President Donald Trump moved Friday to lift an additional 25 percent tariff he imposed on goods from India over its purchases of Russian oil -- a step to implement a trade deal announced this week.

Published on: 07.02.2026 00:14
US Court Orders Uber To Pay $8.5 Million To Woman Over Sexual Assault

A federal jury has ordered Uber to pay $8.5 million to a woman who says one of its drivers raped her during a 2023 trip.

Published on: 06.02.2026 22:12
US Moves To Deport 5-Year-Old Detained In Minnesota

The US Department of Homeland Security said on Friday it is seeking to deport a 5-year-old Ecuadorean boy who was detained in Minnesota last month.

Published on: 06.02.2026 21:23
Musk's Underground Tunnels In Las Vegas Face Scrutiny Over Safety, Environmental Concerns

Elon Musk's "Vegas Loop," a network of underground tunnels to ferry passengers in Teslas, was under fresh scrutiny this week from Nevada lawmakers who raised concern about alleged workplace safety and environmental violations.

Published on: 06.02.2026 21:11
Pakistan Blast Highlights: Suspicion Likely To Fall On Pak Taliban, Islamic State

At least 69 people were killed, and 169 were injured after a suicide bomber detonated himself inside a shrine in Pakistan's capital, Islamabad.

Published on: 06.02.2026 19:05
Working With India In Fight Against Drugs, Says US

In a major collaboration with Indian law enforcement in the war on drugs, US authorities have cracked down on online drug-traffickers linked to the country who are allegedly responsible for six overdose deaths in the US.

Published on: 06.02.2026 18:59
India Eyes Defence, Trade Cooperation During PM Modi's Visit To Malaysia

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Malaysia from February 7-8 and hold bilateral talks with his counterpart Anwar Ibrahim.

Published on: 06.02.2026 18:49
White House Removes Trump's Racist Post On Obamas, Blames Staff Error

The White House said Friday that a post on President Donald Trump's social media account sharing a racist video depicting Barack Obama and his wife Michelle as monkeys was made in error by a staff member, and has been removed.

Published on: 06.02.2026 18:06
US Accuses China Of Conducting 'Secret Nuclear Tests'

Washington on Friday accused China of conducting secret nuclear explosive tests, and of preparing for more tests with massive yields, in what it said violated an international test ban.

Published on: 06.02.2026 17:51
Meloni Meets JD Vance Amid Anti-ICE Protests In Milan

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni met US Vice President JD Vance in Milan on Friday, hours before the opening ceremony of the Winter Olympics.

Published on: 06.02.2026 17:33
'Positive Atmosphere': Iran On US Nuclear Talks In Oman

Iran on Friday said it expected to hold more negotiations with the United States, hailing a "positive atmosphere" during a day of indirect talks in Oman but warning against threats after Washington...

Published on: 06.02.2026 17:28
EU Tells TikTok To Change 'Addictive' Design

The EU said Friday that it had toldTikTokit needs to change its "addictive design" or risk heavy fines, after the Chinese-owned platform was found in breach of the bloc's digital content rules.

Published on: 06.02.2026 17:25
US Announces New Iran Oil Sanctions Moments After Talks In Oman

The United States on Friday announced new sanctions to curb Iran's oil exports, including targeting 14 vessels, moments after the adversaries wrapped up a day of indirect talks in Oman.

Published on: 06.02.2026 17:23
Beyond The Frontlines: How Kyiv Is Moving The War Into Russia's Backyard

As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its fourth year, the battlefield is no longer confined to drones and missile strikes along the frontlines. A series of assassinations on Russian soil suggests that a separate conflict is being fought far from borders.

Published on: 06.02.2026 16:30

News from Arabic Countries

No evidence to support US claim China conducted nuclear blast test: Monitor

US wants Beijing to join a revised nuclear weapons treaty after expiration of a previous accord between US and Russia.

Published on: 07.02.2026 03:14
WHO says fatal case of Nipah virus confirmed in Bangladesh

Authorities say that steps are being taken to contain the virus and that a risk of global spread remains low.

Published on: 07.02.2026 02:02
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,444

These are the key developments from day 1,444 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

Published on: 07.02.2026 01:47
Venezuela’s National Assembly leader sets deadline for prisoner release

Jorge Rodriguez told family members of Venezuelan political prisoners that they would be freed on February 13.

Published on: 07.02.2026 00:13
Thousands gather in Libya for funeral of Saif al-Islam Gaddafi

Authorities investigating killing of Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, once seen as de-facto PM under father's iron-fisted rule.

Published on: 06.02.2026 23:25
As Thailand votes, can the reformist People’s Party break the cycle?

Despite leading polls, the People's Party confronts an establishment with a two-decade record of overturning mandates.

Published on: 06.02.2026 23:23
‘Nothing retaliatory’: US seeks deportation of 5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos

Lawyers for the Ecuadorian asylum seeker have speculated the Trump administration is seeking 'retaliatory' actions.

Published on: 06.02.2026 23:13
For cricket-mad Bangladesh, T20 World Cup expulsion means heartbreak

As Bangladesh watch the T20 World Cup from afar, the mood in Dhaka is sombre and the players are left disappointed.

Published on: 06.02.2026 22:52
Gas, power and AI’s role in the new age of energy addition

Energy CEOs say the narrative of a managed energy transition from fossil fuels to a cleaner system is over.

Published on: 06.02.2026 21:33
US FCC notice to broadcasters prompts concerns on curtailing free speech

Critics say such actions and increasing corporate ownership of media is causing a backsliding in US media freedom.

Published on: 06.02.2026 21:02
Oil and US oversight: How is Venezuela’s interim government surviving?

As Venezuela enters a new political phase, we look at how the government keeps functioning.

Published on: 06.02.2026 20:25
Ronaldo misses Al-Nassr game amid reported discontent with Saudi club

Ronaldo was not part of Al-Nassr's 2-0 win at home, the second game he's missed in four days due to unspecified reasons.

Published on: 06.02.2026 20:22
New Yemen government formed with Shaya Mohsin al-Zindani as prime minister

Yemen's Saudi-backed presidential council announces the formation of the new government.

Published on: 06.02.2026 19:58
Mexico promises food support for Cuba as US stifles the island’s fuel supply

Sheinbaum says she is still negotiating with US after Trump threatens tariffs on countries that ship oil to Havana.

Published on: 06.02.2026 19:57
Anti-ICE protesters rally in Milan as Winter Olympics get under way

Students demand ICE agents protecting US delegation leave amid global outrage over Trump's brutal deportation push.

Published on: 06.02.2026 19:39
Thousands attend funeral for Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, son of Libyan ex-leader

Thousands of people came to the town of Bani Walid for the funeral of Saif al-Islam Gaddafi after he was assassinated.

Published on: 06.02.2026 19:32
Is globalisation killing craftsmanship?

Handmade crafts are disappearing under mass production. What is lost when everything is made fast, cheap and at scale?

Published on: 06.02.2026 19:30
Republicans condemn racist Trump video post depicting Obamas as apes

Members of Trump's political party called for the removal of the reposted clip, which has since been taken down.

Published on: 06.02.2026 18:58
UK police search Mandelson-linked properties as part of Epstein probe

Properties in London and Wiltshire searched as police investigate alleged leaks to late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Published on: 06.02.2026 18:45
Iranian FM says indirect talks with US were a ‘good start’

Iran’s foreign minister said indirect talks with the US were a “good start" despite massive mistrust.

Published on: 06.02.2026 18:43
US imposes sanctions on ‘shadow fleet’ accused of transporting Iranian oil

The US State Department has said the economic penalties are necessary to 'stem the flow of revenue' to Tehran.

Published on: 06.02.2026 18:11
Iran, US hold talks in Oman as fears of war hang over region

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says the indirect talks got off to a “a good start” after first round concludes.

Published on: 06.02.2026 17:20
Siraj replaces Rana for India as seamer misses T20 World Cup with injury

Harshit Rana sustained the knee injury in a warmup match against South Africa with Mohammed Siraj now taking his place.

Published on: 06.02.2026 17:15
Olympic torch travels through central Milan hours before games

Right before the opening ceremony of the Winter Olympic Games, relay participants passed the torch in central Milan.

Published on: 06.02.2026 16:28
Epstein files set off Norwegian political storm: What we know

Two high-profile Norwegian politicians and the country's crown princess have been linked to the late sex offender.

Published on: 06.02.2026 16:05