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UAE Announces Exit from OPEC
The United Arab Emirates has announced it will exit the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and the broader OPEC+ alliance, with the decision taking effect from May 1, 2026.
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Israel Orders Evacuation in South Lebanon Amid Renewed Tensions
The Israeli military has ordered residents of 16 towns and villages in southern Lebanon to evacuate immediately to the Sidon area.
Iran–Russia Dialogue Highlights Push for Stability in West Asia
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said that cooperation between Iran and Russia continues to expand amid regional uncertainty.
Business
Global Oil Prices Spike Amid Strait of Hormuz Concerns
Global crude oil prices jumped over three per cent, extending the previous session’s gains, as the Strait of Hormuz waterway remained largely shut.
South Asia
Nepal Government Pushes Ordinances on Governance Reforms
Nepal’s Government has recommended two ordinances to President Ram Chandra Paudel for issuance related to cooperatives and the Constitutional Council, drawing flak from the opposition.
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US federal grand jury indicts former FBI director on charges of threatening to harm President Trump
A US federal grand jury has indicted former FBI director James Comey on charges of threatening to harm US President Donald Trump.
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Israel blew up massive Hezbollah terror tunnel, announces PM Benjamin Netanyahu
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that they blew up a massive Hezbollah terror tunnel yesterday. Mr Netanyahu said on a social media post that Israel Defense Forces (IDF) destroying their terror…
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US Senate Republicans reject attempt to end Trump’s blockade of Cuba
US Senate Republicans rejected legislation from Democrats that would have required President Donald Trump to end the US energy blockade on Cuba unless he received approval from Congress.
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British King Charles III calls for renewed United States-United Kingdom partnership
British King Charles III called for a renewed United States-United Kingdom partnership, warning that global instability and conflict require deeper cooperation between the two allies.
Business
10th India-Kenya Joint Trade Committee meeting held in Nairobi, Kenya
The 10th India-Kenya Joint Trade Committee meeting was held in Nairobi, Kenya, to review and strengthen bilateral trade and economic cooperation between the two countries.