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'Syrian Scenarios': What may lie ahead for Arab heartland nation, Middle East, world?

Vikas Datta | December 11, 2024 10:30 AM

New Delhi, Dec 11 (IANS) The quick fall -- and flight -- of Syrian President Bashar Al Assad has evoked triumph in certain quarters and disquiet in others, as it seems to have upended the political situation and strategic calculus of the Middle East. However, a look at the record of the key Arab country and others may suggest the last word on what follows remains to be said.

Trump names Harmeet Dhillon as top civil rights official

IANS | December 10, 2024 9:52 PM

New York, Dec 10 (IANS) US President-elect Donald Trump has named Republican Party activist Harmeet Dhillon to be the assistant attorney general for civil rights.

Israel establishes 'defence zone' in southern Syria: Defence minister

IANS | December 10, 2024 9:29 PM

Jerusalem, Dec 10 (IANS) Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz said on Tuesday that Israel was creating a "sterile defence zone" in southern Syria to prevent hostile forces from approaching its borders.

Camaraderie in full swing, India and Russia expand strategic ties during Rajnath's Moscow visit

IANS | December 10, 2024 7:48 PM

Moscow/New Delhi, Dec 10 (IANS) Reiterating India's commitment towards Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership with Russia, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday spotlighted new opportunities for enhancing participation of Russian industries in the 'Make in India' projects while voicing New Delhi's determination to extend the capabilities of its domestic defence industry across domains and industrial collaboration.

Pakistan: Former ISI chief Faiz Hameed indicted on political meddling, creating unrest

Hamza Ameer | December 10, 2024 5:56 PM

Rawalpindi, Dec 10 (IANS) In a major development, Pakistan's former chief of Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), Lieutenant General (Retd.) Faiz Hameed has formally been charged for engaging in political activities, paving the way for his Field General Court Martial (FGCM).

Two seminal works on PM Modi’s governance & leadership presented to Pope Francis

IANS | December 10, 2024 5:40 PM

Rome, Dec 10 (IANS) Pope Francis has been presented with two works highlighting Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s governance and leadership, it was announced on Tuesday.

PM Modi could soon embark on a historic visit to Kuwait

IANS | December 10, 2024 4:20 PM

New Delhi, Dec 10 (IANS) Enhancing ongoing close cooperation and solid partnership, Prime Minister Narendra Modi could soon visit Kuwait in what would be the first visit by an Indian PM to the key West Asian country, which also holds the current presidency of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), in more than 43 years.

Trump revisits '51st US state' joke, mocks Trudeau as 'Governor of Canada'

IANS | December 10, 2024 1:55 PM

New York, Dec 10 (IANS) US President-elect Donald Trump has stirred a mix of laughter and debate by referring to Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as the "Governor" of the "Great State of Canada" after their recent dinner meeting.

Ivy League-educated engineer, computer game developer charged with killing CEO of health insurer (Ld)

IANS | December 10, 2024 11:52 AM

New York, Dec 10 (IANS) A highly talented Ivy League-educated computer game developer with engineering degrees has been charged with murdering the CEO of the largest US health insurance company, ending a six-day manhunt.

US indicts former Syrian officials for war crimes against Americans, civilians

IANS | December 10, 2024 9:05 AM

Washington, Dec 10 (IANS) A US federal indictment has charged two former senior Syrian intelligence officials from the regime of former President Bashar al-Assad with "war crimes against Americans and other civilians," the Department of Justice announced.

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'Syrian Scenarios': What may lie ahead for Arab heartland nation, Middle East, world?

Trump names Harmeet Dhillon as top civil rights official

Israel establishes 'defence zone' in southern Syria: Defence minister

Camaraderie in full swing, India and Russia expand strategic ties during Rajnath's Moscow visit

Pakistan: Former ISI chief Faiz Hameed indicted on political meddling, creating unrest

Two seminal works on PM Modi’s governance & leadership presented to Pope Francis

PM Modi could soon embark on a historic visit to Kuwait

Trump revisits '51st US state' joke, mocks Trudeau as 'Governor of Canada'

Ivy League-educated engineer, computer game developer charged with killing CEO of health insurer (Ld)

US indicts former Syrian officials for war crimes against Americans, civilians

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