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UN Security Council Examines Escalating Tensions in Lebanon

New york: The UN Security Council on Tuesday discussed developments in the Middle East, hearing briefings from senior UN officials on the escalating situation in Lebanon. Assistant Secretary-General for the Middle East and Europe Khaled Khiari warned …

NCHR Backs Government Measures to Curb Price Hikes

Amman: The National Center for Human Rights welcomed directives by Prime Minister Jaafar Hassan stressing the need to control prices of essential goods and address any unjustified increases that exceed actual costs in a way that protects citizens’ rig…

Army Foils Drug Smuggling Attempt by 2 Drones

Amman: The Southern Military Zone successfully thwarted two attempts to smuggle narcotics using drones along its western front early Tuesday. This operation was conducted in coordination with military security agencies and the Anti-Narcotics Departmen…

Arab Parliament Denounces Foiled Terror Plot in Bahrain

Manama: The Arab Parliament denounced a foiled terrorist plot aimed at carrying out acts of sabotage in the Kingdom of Bahrain. In a statement issued Tuesday, the parliament expressed full support and solidarity with Bahrain, underscoring its support …

Army Chief, ICRC President Discuss Humanitarian Cooperation

Amman: Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Maj. Gen. Yousef Huneiti, on Tuesday received International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) President Mirjana Spoljaric Egger and her accompanying delegation. The meeting centered on strengthening the co…

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