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Pakistan Invited To Join US-Iran Talks In Turkey: Report

Pakistan on Tuesday said that it has been invited to participate in Iran-US talks in Turkey aimed at diffusing tensions between the two nations. Foreign ministers from Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates have also been invited.

Published on: 03.02.2026 17:17
Tourist Trampled To Death By Wild Elephant At Thailand National Park, Officials Plan Relocation

Witnesses reported the elephant grabbed him with its trunk, slammed him to the ground, and stomped on him.

Published on: 03.02.2026 17:15
Sacked UK Envoy Peter Mandelson Quits House Of Lords Over Epstein Links

The UK's former ambassador to the United States, Peter Mandelson, is stepping down as a member of the upper house of parliament, it was announced Tuesday, as a scandal deepened over his ties to late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Published on: 03.02.2026 17:11
'Washington Needs Delhi As A Friend': US-India Forum Head On Trade Deal

In a significant breakthrough after months of tense negotiations and public sparring, Washington and New Delhi have sealed a trade deal that slashes US tariffs on Indian goods from 50 per cent to 18 per cent.

Published on: 03.02.2026 16:03
France Summons Musk To "Voluntary Interview", Raids X Offices

France summoned billionaire Elon Musk to a "voluntary interview" as cybercrime authorities on Tuesday searched the French offices of his social media network X, the Paris public prosecutor's office said.

Published on: 03.02.2026 15:36
"Hold Culprits Accountable": India Slams Theft Of Gandhi Statue In Australia

India responded to a bronze statue of Mahatma Gandhi being stolen from Australia's Melbourne. Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that India has raised the matter with Australian authorities.

Published on: 03.02.2026 15:22
Air Alert Warning Of Russian Attack Sounded In Kyiv During NATO Chief's Visit

An air alert warning of a possible Russian missile attack blared out across Kyiv on Tuesday during a visit by NATO chief Mark Rutte.

Published on: 03.02.2026 15:13
Opinion: Opinion | 'Women Unfit For Leadership': Why Bangladesh Jamaat's Words Must Raise Alarm

In a recent interview with Al Jazeera, Jamaat-e-Islami chief Dr Shafiqur Rahman said, "On the question of women, Jamaat's position is neither confused nor apologetic - it is principled. We do not think women should come into leadership."

Published on: 03.02.2026 14:34
US Judge To Hear Request For 'Immediate Takedown' Of Epstein Files

A US federal judge said he would hear a request to block access to investigative files linked to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein on Wednesday, after lawyers flagged unredacted names of victims.

Published on: 03.02.2026 13:13
13-Year-Old Australian Boy Called "Superhuman" After Swimming 4 Hours To Save Family

A multi-agency search involving helicopters and boats located the remaining family members around 8:30 pm, clinging to a single paddleboard nearly 14 kilometres offshore.

Published on: 03.02.2026 13:06
How Thieves In Australia Stole 420 Kg Gandhi Statue In Melbourne

A bronze statue of Mahatma Gandhi has been stolen from outside the Australian Indian Community Centre in Rowville, Melbourne.

Published on: 03.02.2026 12:53
Historic First Phase Of India-US Trade Deal Sets Stage For FTA: Former Envoy

Former US Ambassador to India Kenneth I. Juster described the India-US trade understanding as "historic", saying it marks the first agreement of this magnitude between New Delhi and Washington and lays the foundation for a future free trade agreement

Published on: 03.02.2026 12:31
Behind China's Military Purge: Nuclear Missiles Filled With Water, Not Fuel

Chinese President Xi Jinping is overseeing a sweeping purge of China's military elite after a corruption scandal in the Rocket Force exposed missiles filled with water, faulty launch silos, and broken command systems.

Published on: 03.02.2026 11:52
'Punjabi Devils' Bike Gang Leader Convicted In Arms Trafficking Case In US

Jashanpreet Singh, the 27-year-old founder and leader of the Punjabi Devils Motorcycle Club, has pleaded guilty in a federal court in the United States to charges related to illegal arms trafficking and possession of a machine gun.

Published on: 03.02.2026 11:29
Son Of Norway Crown Princess Pleads Not Guilty To Rapes As Trial Begins

The son of Norway's crown princess pleaded not guilty on Tuesday to four counts of rape at the opening of a trial that has embarrassed the royal family.

Published on: 03.02.2026 11:27
Russia Launches Drone, Missile Attack On Ukraine Day Ahead Of Fresh Talks

Russia launched its biggest drone and missile attack this year on Ukraine overnight, leaving hundreds of thousands without heating in freezing temperatures on Tuesday, just one day ahead of fresh talks aiming to find an end to the four-year war.

Published on: 03.02.2026 11:24
Haven't Heard From India About Stopping Purchases Of Russian Oil: Moscow

The Kremlin stated that it had not heard from India about halting Russian energy purchases after US President Donald Trump said that New Delhi had agreed to stop buying it as a part of the India-US trade deal.

Published on: 03.02.2026 11:12
Jeffrey Epstein's Secret Child? Email From Sarah Ferguson Claims Paedophile Had A "Baby Boy"

While more than 100 people have claimed to be Epstein's offspring to seek a share of his estate, it has never been officially established if he had any children.

Published on: 03.02.2026 10:35
Laptops, Dairy Products: What Gets Cheaper After India-US Trade Deal

US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a trade agreement that cuts US reciprocal tariffs on Indian goods from 50 per cent to 18 per cent.

Published on: 03.02.2026 10:10
Highlights: Stock Markets Open In Green, Rupee Gains House After India-US Trade Deal

The Indian stock markets opened higher this morning with Nifty jumping 750 points and Sensex opening 2,400 points higher hours after the much-awaited India-US trade agreement.

Published on: 03.02.2026 09:36

News from Arabic Countries

Will Hezbollah continue to avoid responding to Israel’s attacks on Lebanon?

Analysts suggest Hezbollah will act only under extreme circumstances or if Iran faces existential regional threats.

Published on: 03.02.2026 18:36
What would be the impact of a US attack on Iran?

Whatever post-attack scenario unfolds in Iran - regime consolidation or turmoil - the region would suffer.

Published on: 03.02.2026 18:07
US military says it shot down an Iranian drone in Arabian Sea

CENTCOM says Iranian drone approach USS Abraham Lincoln with 'unclear intent' before being shot down.

Published on: 03.02.2026 17:56
UK’s Mandelson to resign from House of Lords over Epstein ties

Police are looking into allegations Peter Mandelson may have passed sensitive government information to Jeffrey Epstein.

Published on: 03.02.2026 17:29
Global conflicts pushing humanitarian law to breaking point, report warns

As armed groups target civilians unchecked, Geneva Academy warn of humanitarian law's collapse and its ramifications.

Published on: 03.02.2026 17:22
Will Iran and Israel go to war?

US special envoy Steve Witkoff is yet again in Israel to discuss growing tensions with Iran.

Published on: 03.02.2026 16:36
‘Extensive’ fire breaks out at Tehran shopping centre

No injuries reported after major fire breaks out at western Tehran bazaar, sending thick smoke over the Iranian capital.

Published on: 03.02.2026 16:07
Israel-Palestine head of Human Rights Watch quits over ‘blocked’ report

Omar Shakir, who has worked for the rights group for more than 10 years, says he has lost faith in the organisation.

Published on: 03.02.2026 16:02
Celebrations erupt during Al Jazeera live report from northern Syria

Cheers broke out during Al Jazeera’s Teresa Bo’s report as a Syrian military convoy reached a town in northern Syria.

Published on: 03.02.2026 15:59
Epstein audio with former Israeli PM sheds new light on relationship

Recordings released in the Epstein files include a conversation the billionaire had with former Israeli PM Ehud Barak.

Published on: 03.02.2026 15:25
Amnesty demands Israel drop death penalty bills ‘entrenching apartheid’

Amnesty International says bills would mean 'punishment is being reserved for, and weaponised against, Palestinians'.

Published on: 03.02.2026 15:11
Italy ready to impress in T20 World Cup debut against Scotland

Two centuries after cricket was first introduced to Italy, the national team is on its way to its first ICC World Cup.

Published on: 03.02.2026 14:57
Russia welcomes Infantino’s comments on lifting ban; Ukraine furious

FIFA chief Infantino suggested the ban on Russia's participation in global football competitions should be lifted.

Published on: 03.02.2026 14:18
Why peace remains elusive in Pakistan’s troubled Balochistan

A look at Balochistan’s history of rebellion, state crackdowns and why violence keeps returning.

Published on: 03.02.2026 14:05
Trump-Petro live: US, Colombia leaders meet at White House amid tensions

US President Donald Trump welcomes Colombian President Gustavo Petro to Washington, DC for talks.

Published on: 03.02.2026 14:00
Trump-Petro meeting: Just how icy are US-Colombia relations?

Colombian President Gustavo Petro will meet US President Donald Trump on February 3 amid tensions over drug trafficking.

Published on: 03.02.2026 13:48
Last US-Russia nuclear treaty is expiring: Does it really matter?

The New START treaty, which limits strategic nuclear weapons, is to expire this week.

Published on: 03.02.2026 13:46
Sudan military claims to break siege of key Kordofan city of Kadugli

Government forces have entered South Kordofan's capital, Kadugli, days after breaking a siege in nearby Dilling.

Published on: 03.02.2026 13:45
Syrian forces enter Qamishli under ceasefire deal with SDF

Damascus says forces entering city in northeastern Hasakah province 'to commence security duties' under US-backed deal.

Published on: 03.02.2026 13:40
Protecting children is a priority – now is the time to prove it

Governments are launching a global drive to scale proven measures to prevent violence against children.

Published on: 03.02.2026 13:34
Modi, Trump announce India-US ‘trade deal’: What we know and what we don’t

US president says deal reached with India after Modi agreed to stop buying Russian oil. But details are scarce.

Published on: 03.02.2026 13:17
French authorities raid X offices in Paris, summon Musk in cybercrime probe

Investigation into social media platform looks at complicity in crimes including Holocaust denial and child pornography.

Published on: 03.02.2026 13:11
Huge fire breaks out at Tehran market

Huge fire breaks out at Tehran market

Published on: 03.02.2026 13:10
Israel reopens Rafah crossing but continues bombing Palestinians

Israeli troops allowed the first Palestinians through the newly reopened Rafah crossing on Monday.

Published on: 03.02.2026 13:01
What does 303 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil look like?

We visualise the scale of the world’s largest oil reserves, worth trillions of dollars and now controlled by the US.

Published on: 03.02.2026 12:46