Tag: Qatar
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Talks for a possible ceasefire between Gaza and Israel underway
Under the latest development, Qatar’s Foreign Ministry has reportedly received “an initial positive confirmation from the Hamas side” on the “general framework” for a ceasefire in Gaza. According to Qatari officials, Hamas has responded positively to receiving a proposal to pause the military operations in Gaza. However, the final deal is “weeks” away. As of…
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Viva Espana; Spain refuses to cut aid for Gaza
The Spanish foreign minister has announced that Spain will maintain its support for The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) in Gaza despite USA, Canada and Australia withdrawing its support and funding, reports Alyssa Mcmurty News Agency. During a parliamentary commission meeting, Jose Manuel Albares called the UN agency “‘indispensable,” and…
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Father kills son in Peshawar for planting PTI flag at home
A father has allegedly killed his son in Budhbir, a suburb of Peshawar after the younger man put up a PTI flag on the roof of the house following a bitter dispute, BBC Urdu has reported. A case has been registered on the complaint of Arifur Rahman, the brother of the deceased Atta-ul-Rehman, in which…
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Qatar confirms Israel, Hamas reach deal on four-day truce, hostage release
AFP – Doha, Qatar: Qatar confirmed on Wednesday that Israel and Hamas had reached an agreement on a four-day humanitarian pause, to begin in the next 24 hours, in exchange for the release of 50 hostages in Gaza. “The starting time of the pause will be announced within the next 24 hours and last for four…
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‘We are close to reaching a deal on a truce’, claims Hamas
In a significant development in Israel’s ongoing attacks on Gaza that has killed over 13,000 people, Hamas has reportedly claimed a possible ceasefire might be achieved today. Israel has not yet confirmed the deal which is said to be mediated by Qatar. According to Al Jazeera, Hamas official Izzat al-Rishq said the agreement will include…
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India ‘Shocked’ At Qatar Death Penalty For 8 Citizens
India said Thursday that eight of its citizens had been sentenced to death by Qatar in a case that media reported involved high-ranking ex-naval officers accused of spying. New Delhi said it would “take up the verdict with Qatari authorities” and would continue to “extend all consular and legal assistance” to the prisoners, the foreign…
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CAA gathers global players: Meeting in Dubai to discuss Islamabad airport outsourcing
The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has convened a significant meeting in Dubai to address matters pertaining to the outsourcing of Islamabad airport.
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Business community finds hope as COAS Munir vows to tackle corruption and boost investment
Highlighting a pivotal development, General Munir disclosed that Saudi Crown Prince Mohammad Bin Salman had committed to depositing $10 billion of this investment in the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), to be reimbursed in Pakistani rupees or goods, thereby bolstering foreign exchange reserves.
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Dar credits govt’s prudent economic policies as Pakistan’s forex reserves rise to $14 billion
In a recent Senate session, Finance Minister Ishaq Dar announced that Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves have witnessed a significant increase, rising from $8 billion to an impressive $14 billion. He attributed this remarkable growth to the government’s prudent economic policies and the unwavering support received from friendly nations, including Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and China.
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Qatar announces 11-day-long Eid holiday
According to the Amiri Diwan, Qataris will have an 11-day long holiday to celebrate Eid ul Fitr. The holiday will last from April 19, 2023 to April 27, 2023. The first working day is set for April 30, 2023, Sunday. The holiday will be observed by all government agencies, public institutions, and ministries; however, the…