NEW YORK CITY: The UN Human Rights Office on Thursday expressed deep concern about a raid by Israeli forces on Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis, southern Gaza, less than a week after a similar assault on Al-Amal hospital in the same city. The UN officials said such incidents are worrying because they reflect a pattern … Read more
Riyadh : Minzal is held in Diriyah, the first cultural camp of its kind in Saudi Arabia, introducing some of the area’s magical stories and activities. The event is part of the group of events Diriyah Season is organizing this year, creating beautiful moments for people of all ages through several zones, lots of outdoor … Read more
Palestinian President Abbas reaffirms commitment to governing Gaza after war ends LONDON: Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas reaffirmed his commitment to running the Gaza Strip once the current conflict ends, but warned that there could be no peace with Israel’s current government. He told Asharq Al-Awsat that the Palestinian Authority lacks an “Israeli partner for achieving … Read more
RIYADH: The UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization has added the holy city of Madinah, King Abdullah Economic City and Al-Ahsa to its Global Network of Learning Cities. Established in 2012, the network aims to support and improve lifelong learning worldwide by encouraging discussions about education policies, connecting cities and educational institutions, and enhancing local … Read more
Russia and China clash with US and UK at UN over attacks on Yemen rebels for strikes on Red Sea ships UNITED NATIONS: Russia and China on Wednesday accused the United States and Britain of illegally attacking military sites used by Yemen’s Houthi rebels to launch missiles at commercial vessels in the Red Sea, disrupting … Read more
Saudi Media Forum embodies ambitious vision for enhancement and development, experts say RIYADH: Media experts have stressed the importance of the third Saudi Media Forum, which will be launched in Riyadh on Feb. 19. The forum embodies an ambitious vision to continue strengthening and developing the media sector in the Kingdom. The forum will include … Read more
Families of hostages visit international court to urge the arrest of Hamas leaders THE HAGUE, Netherlands: Grieving mother Doris Liber said Wednesday she flew from Israel to the International Criminal Court in hopes of getting justice for her son Guy Illuz, who died in captivity after being shot in the back in the Oct. 7 … Read more
RIYADH: The Arabian Leopard Fund has announced the launch of a 50-student scholarship program to provide the next generation of conservationists with the skills, knowledge and practical know-how they need to safeguard the future of the critically endangered Arabian leopard. Read original article here Denial of responsibility! Pioneer Newz is an automatic aggregator of the … Read more
NEW DELHI: India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated on Wednesday the first Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi. Developed in the desert on 27 acres, the BAPS Hindu Mandir stands off the main highway linking Abu Dhabi to Dubai. It has been constructed from more than 25,000 pieces of pink sandstone from Rajasthan, and white Italian marble … Read more
RIYADH: Canada is ready to rebuild a “great relationship” with Saudi Arabia, its ambassador to the Kingdom said. Jean-Philippe Linteau made the comments during an interview with Arab News ahead of an event on Thursday at the Canadian Embassy in Riyadh to mark the North American country’s Flag Day. “We’re very excited to host our … Read more
