1st round of Palestinian reconciliation dialogue in Cairo 'positive': statement
An emailed statement, issued after ten hours of dialogue between the leaders of the two rival groups, said the dialogue was dominated by a positive atmosphere.
Wed Oct 11 2017
Israel removes Jerusalem metal detectors, Palestinians reject new measures
Israel installed metal detectors at entry points to Al-Aqsa mosque compound in Jerusalem after two police officers were fatally shot on July 14, triggering the bloodiest Israel-Palestine clashes.
Tue Jul 25 2017
UN chief Ban to visit Gaza on Tuesday
Ban Ki-moon says the visit is to listen directly to the people of Gaza.
Sun Oct 12 2014
Palestinian PM to chair first Gaza cabinet meeting
Palestinian prime minister Rami Hamdallah crossed into Gaza on Thursday to hold the first cabinet meeting in the war-ravaged territory of a unity government formed by rivals Fatah and Hamas.
Thu Oct 09 2014
Mideast peace talks in focus at Palestinian development meet
22 nations met in Jakarta on Saturday to discuss Palestinian development. Japan and Indonesia reiterating their support for a two-state solution.
Sat Mar 01 2014
Abbas accepts PM resignation
Palestinian president Mahmud Abbas accepted the resignation of prime minister Rami Hamdallah after just over two weeks on the job.
Sun Jun 23 2013
Tokoh akademik dilantik perdana menteri baru Palestin
Rami Hamdallah, seorang tokoh akademik kurang dikenali, dilantik perdana menteri baru Palestin.
Sun Jun 02 2013
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024