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Saudi Arabia: Police officer shot dead in Shiite city

There has been unrest among the Shiite community in the predominantly Sunni country after a Shiite cleric was executed in January.

Jun 25, 2016

Egyptian court quashes deal transferring 2 Red Sea islands to Saudi Arabia

The transfer of Tiran and Sanafir islands by the Egyptian president was challenged in an administrative court, which quashed the deal.

Jun 21, 2016

Houthi rebels, pro-Yemen forces exchange 194 prisoners in Taiz city

The recent exchange of prisoners is expected to solidify the ceasefire after repeated violations by both the sides.

Jun 19, 2016

UN chief Ban Ki Moon under fire from Ukraine and human rights groups

Reports suggest that UN's neutrality has been compromised as Moon has praised Russia's diplomatic role in conflict resolution.

Jun 17, 2016

Indonesia to execute 16 people in 2016, more than 30 in 2017 to battle drug trafficking

Of the 152 people who are on death row in Indonesia, drug traffickers will be prioritised as the country battles a "narcotics emergency."

Jun 14, 2016

OPEC predicts oil market to balance by end of 2016

Signs of reduction in oil glut was apparent with price settling just below $50 a barrel from the lowly $25 it had reached prior to February.

Jun 13, 2016

Gunman massacres 50 at Florida gay club in worst U.S. mass shooting

Police killed the gunman, who was identified as Omar Mateen, 29, a New York-born Florida resident and U.S. citizen.

Jun 13, 2016

8 killed in twin bomb attacks near Shia shrine in Syria

The shrine, despite being heavily guarded by pro-government forces, has been subject to multiple attacks in 2016.

Jun 11, 2016

Light pollution across the globe

Animated video of light pollution across the globe

Jun 10, 2016

Saudi Arabia financially blackmailed UN into retracting report on its role in Yemen bombings: Reports

Ban Ki-moon is under fire for reportedly concealing information that linked the Saudi coalition with increased child casualties in Yemen.

Jun 10, 2016

Ramadan: What is the Islamic holy month of fasting and prayers about?

Ramadan, the Muslim holy month of fasting, prayers and introspection, begins on 6 June.

Jun 9, 2016

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Saudi Arabia plans to impose income tax on foreign workers: Report

The move could hit nine million foreign residents, including three million Indians. Saudi economy has been hit due to falling crude oil prices.

Jun 8, 2016

Ramadan 2016: World leaders, Hollywood celebrities, comedians and sportsmen wish fans on holy month

The holy month of Ramadan begins and over 1.6 billion Muslims will begin their 30-day fast soon.

Jun 7, 2016

Ramadan or Ramzan? Twitterati debate on how name of the holy month changed in Pakistan, India

Twitter is abuzz with the debate on Ramzan vs Ramadan and how Pakistanis and Indians starting using the Arabic name.

Jun 6, 2016

Ramadan Kareem and its most important days and nights

Ramadan to begin in India on Tuesday; Obama, Modi greet Muslims worldwide

The holy month of fasting began in the U.S., Saudi Arabia, UAE among other countries on Monday.