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UN Report Names Terror Group Behind Pahalgam Attack, Pak Cover-Up Shatters
The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has, for the first time, officially identified The Resistance Front (TRF) in a sanctions monitoring report as responsible for the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam on April 22.
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How Many Countries Recognise Palestine As A State?
Several tallies are circulating regarding the countries that recognise the State of Palestine. Here is a recap of how AFP came to its own count, identifying at least 142 states among the 193 United Nations members.
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"Not In National Interest": US Leaves UN Cultural Body UNESCO
The United States on Tuesday announced it has left UNESCO, saying the UN cultural and education agency, best known for establishing world heritage sites, is biased against Israel and promotes "divisive" causes.
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2 US Citizens, Stranded Near Nicobar Islands, Rescued By Indian Coast Guard
The Indian Coast Guard rescued two United States nationals stranded about 53 miles south of the Nicobar Islands, officials said on Friday.
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UAE Debunks Reports Of Rs 23 Lakh Lifetime Dubai Golden Visa
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has debunked recent reports claiming Dubai was planning to grant lifetime Golden Visas to certain nationalities.
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"Ready To Respond": Iran's New Warning To Israel Over Ceasefire Breach
Iran has cast doubts on the durability of the US-brokered ceasefire with Israel, warning it is ready to respond if hostilities with the Jewish state resume.
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"Killing Field": UN Says New Gaza Aid System Leads To Mass Killings
United Nations officials on Friday said a US- and Israeli-backed distribution system in Gaza was leading to mass killings of people seeking aid and urged Israel to let UN humanitarian supplies to the war-stricken territory resume.
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Risk Of Genocide In Sudan 'Very High': United Nations
The risk of genocide in Sudan's devastating civil war remains "very high", amid ongoing ethnically motivated attacks by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, a top UN official warned Monday.
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2 Indian Students Get Jail In Multi-Million Dollar Fraud Schemes In US
Two Indian nationals studying in the United States have been sentenced to federal prison in separate but similar fraud cases involving elaborate scams that targeted elderly Americans and resulted in millions of dollars in losses.
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Indian Man Who Was Pinned Down At US Airport Had Entered Country Illegally
A man filmed being pinned to the floor and handcuffed by law enforcement officials in the United States has been identified as an Indian national who had illegally entered the country.
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Pak Man With UAE Residency Claims He Was Denied Entry To Georgia Without Any Reason, Reddit Post Goes Viral
Georgia allows visa-free entry to citizens of the United Arab Emirates. However, a UAE resident recently shared a harrowing experience at Georgia's Kutaisi Airport on Reddit.
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"India A Very Important Key Supporter Of Peacekeeping": UN Official
India is a very important supporter of peacekeeping, including its support for various efforts such as its lead on efforts to ensure accountability for crimes against peacekeepers, the UN's top peacekeeping official has said.
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New US Visa Rules To Ban Foreigners Who "Censor" Americans On Social Media
The United States is introducing a new visa ban rule for those who "censor" Americans posting comments on social media platforms that are owned by US tech firms. The announcement was made by US Secretary of State Maro Rubio.
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Pandemic Accord, Tightened Budget On Menu At World Health Organisation Meet
Dozens of high-ranking officials and thousands of delegates are set to gather for the United Nations health agency's annual decision-making assembly, due to last from May 19 to 27.
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India's UN Push To Get Terror Tag For Group Behind Pahalgam Attack
India has stepped up efforts to get 'The Resistance Front', the Lashkar-e-Taiba proxy behind the Pahalgam terror attack, designated as a terror group in the United Nations list.
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UN Report Names Terror Group Behind Pahalgam Attack, Pak Cover-Up Shatters
The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has, for the first time, officially identified The Resistance Front (TRF) in a sanctions monitoring report as responsible for the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam on April 22.
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How Many Countries Recognise Palestine As A State?
Several tallies are circulating regarding the countries that recognise the State of Palestine. Here is a recap of how AFP came to its own count, identifying at least 142 states among the 193 United Nations members.
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"Not In National Interest": US Leaves UN Cultural Body UNESCO
The United States on Tuesday announced it has left UNESCO, saying the UN cultural and education agency, best known for establishing world heritage sites, is biased against Israel and promotes "divisive" causes.
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2 US Citizens, Stranded Near Nicobar Islands, Rescued By Indian Coast Guard
The Indian Coast Guard rescued two United States nationals stranded about 53 miles south of the Nicobar Islands, officials said on Friday.
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UAE Debunks Reports Of Rs 23 Lakh Lifetime Dubai Golden Visa
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has debunked recent reports claiming Dubai was planning to grant lifetime Golden Visas to certain nationalities.
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"Ready To Respond": Iran's New Warning To Israel Over Ceasefire Breach
Iran has cast doubts on the durability of the US-brokered ceasefire with Israel, warning it is ready to respond if hostilities with the Jewish state resume.
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"Killing Field": UN Says New Gaza Aid System Leads To Mass Killings
United Nations officials on Friday said a US- and Israeli-backed distribution system in Gaza was leading to mass killings of people seeking aid and urged Israel to let UN humanitarian supplies to the war-stricken territory resume.
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Risk Of Genocide In Sudan 'Very High': United Nations
The risk of genocide in Sudan's devastating civil war remains "very high", amid ongoing ethnically motivated attacks by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, a top UN official warned Monday.
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2 Indian Students Get Jail In Multi-Million Dollar Fraud Schemes In US
Two Indian nationals studying in the United States have been sentenced to federal prison in separate but similar fraud cases involving elaborate scams that targeted elderly Americans and resulted in millions of dollars in losses.
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Indian Man Who Was Pinned Down At US Airport Had Entered Country Illegally
A man filmed being pinned to the floor and handcuffed by law enforcement officials in the United States has been identified as an Indian national who had illegally entered the country.
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Pak Man With UAE Residency Claims He Was Denied Entry To Georgia Without Any Reason, Reddit Post Goes Viral
Georgia allows visa-free entry to citizens of the United Arab Emirates. However, a UAE resident recently shared a harrowing experience at Georgia's Kutaisi Airport on Reddit.
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"India A Very Important Key Supporter Of Peacekeeping": UN Official
India is a very important supporter of peacekeeping, including its support for various efforts such as its lead on efforts to ensure accountability for crimes against peacekeepers, the UN's top peacekeeping official has said.
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New US Visa Rules To Ban Foreigners Who "Censor" Americans On Social Media
The United States is introducing a new visa ban rule for those who "censor" Americans posting comments on social media platforms that are owned by US tech firms. The announcement was made by US Secretary of State Maro Rubio.
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Pandemic Accord, Tightened Budget On Menu At World Health Organisation Meet
Dozens of high-ranking officials and thousands of delegates are set to gather for the United Nations health agency's annual decision-making assembly, due to last from May 19 to 27.
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India's UN Push To Get Terror Tag For Group Behind Pahalgam Attack
India has stepped up efforts to get 'The Resistance Front', the Lashkar-e-Taiba proxy behind the Pahalgam terror attack, designated as a terror group in the United Nations list.
