OSLO: UN chief Ban Ki-moon hailed the awarding of the Nobel Peace Prize to Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos on Friday, saying it shows the country has come “too far to turn back now.” The decision comes “at a critical … read more
RIYADH” Saudi Arabia has begins military naval exercises “Gulf Shield 1” in the waters of Arabian Gulf waters including the strategic Strait of Hormuz and the Sea of Oman. Warships, navy aircraft, marines and special units are taking part in … read more
WASHINGTON: The United States has suspended talks with Russia on the issue of ending violence in Syria. US State Department Spokesperson John Kirby, in a statement, said the United States is suspending its participation in bilateral channels with Russia that … read more
KABUL: At least six people were killed and 35 others were wounded, when an improvised explosive device tore into a crowded marketplace in a northern Afghan province on the border with Turkmenistan on Monday. “People usually come from surrounding villages … read more
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia warned of “disastrous consequences” from a United States law allowing 9/11 victims to sue the kingdom. A foreign ministry source called on the US Congress “to take the necessary measures to counter the disastrous and dangerous consequences” … read more