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Seoul, : The national security advisers of the United States, South Korea and Japan called on Saturday for a stronger international push to suppress North Korea’s development of nuclear weapons and missiles and its military cooperation with other countries amid concerns about its alleged arms transfers to Russia. The meeting in Seoul came as tensions on the Korean Peninsula are at their highest in years, with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un accelerating the expansion of his nuclear and missile program and flaunting an escalatory nuclear doctrine that authorizes the preemptive use of nuclear weapons. The United States and its…

Mexico City : Eleven people were killed in a clash Friday between gunmen from a criminal gang and residents of a small farming community in central Mexico, authorities said. Dramatic video of the fight posted on social media showed villagers in cowboy hats with sickles and hunting rifles chasing down suspected gang members amid bursts of automatic gunfire. Police in the State of Mexico, which abuts Mexico City, said the clash occurred in the hamlet of Texcaltitlan, about 80 miles (130 kilometers) southwest of the capital. State police said eight of the dead were members of the criminal gang, while…

Manama : IRONMAN 70.3 Middle East Championship Bahrain concluded with thrilling races, as Team Bahrain Victorious dominated the women’s category, securing the coveted gold and medals, while Marten Van Riel of Belgium emerged as the men’s champion. The event, held on Reef Island in the Kingdom of Bahrain, witnessed an impressive display of athleticism and fierce competition among participants representing 88 countries from around the world. Martin Van Riel, representing Belgium, completed the arduous course, comprising swimming, cycling, and running, in 3 hours, 31 minutes, and 21 seconds. In second place came Henri Schoeman of Team Bahrain Victorious, clocking 3 hours, 32…

Riyadh : Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chaired the Cabinet session held today in Riyadh on the state’s general budget for the fiscal year 1445/1446 Hijri (2024). The cabinet approved the budget, which included revenues estimated at SAR1.172 trillion, expenditures of SAR1.251tn and a deficit estimated at SAR79 billion. The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques directed the ministers and officials to actively commit to implementing the development and social programmes and projects included in the budget.

Manama : The Royal Court today mourned the passing of Shaikh Isa bin Mubarak bin Hamad bin Sabah Al Khalifa. A statement issued by the Royal Court included prayer that Allah the Almighty would rest the soul of the deceased in eternal peace, and bless his relatives with patience and fortitude.

Manama : His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Supreme Council for Youth and Sport First Deputy Chairman, General Sports Authority (GSA) Chairman and Bahrain Olympic Committee (BOC) President, chaired BOC’s General Assembly. The meeting was attended by His Highness Shaikh Salman bin Mohammed Al Khalifa, the Deputy Chairman of GSA, His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Ali Al Khalifa, the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Cabinet Affairs and BOC Vice President, BOC board members and heads and representatives of sports federations. HH Shaikh Khalid commended the sports achievements of Bahrain during the years 2022-2023, which were the outcome of…

Manama : Dr. Abdul Latif bin Rashid Al Zayani, Minister of Foreign Affairs, lauded the participation of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa in the 44th Session of the GCC Supreme Council held in Doha, Qatar, which reflected the keenness of His Majesty on contributing to the consolidation of joint GCC action. The minister valued the outcomes of the Doha Summit, which affirmed the determination of the GCC leaders on continuing action to consolidate unity in economic, defence and security disciples, and to maintain the integration of the GCC and the role of its states in upholding regional…

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, and Prime Minister, today visited the General Command of the Bahrain Defence Force (BDF), accompanied by His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa. His Royal Highness was received by the Commander-in-Chief of the BDF, HE Field Marshal Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, the Minister of Defence Affairs, His Excellency Lieutenant General Abdullah bin Hassan Al Nuaimi, and the BDF Chief of Staff, Lieutenant-General Theyab bin Saqr Al-Nuaimi, and several senior officials. HRH the Crown Prince,…

Dubai : The Ministry of Industry and Commerce has launched the “Green Factory Label”, which will be granted to the establishments that have obtained its industrial license. The move, aiming to support the kingdom’s efforts to achieve sustainability at various levels, in line with the Bahrain National Action Plan (Blueprint) to achieve carbon neutrality by 2060, was announced on the sidelines of the 28th Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28), currently hosted by the UAE, Commenting, Abdulla bin Adel Fakhro, Minister of Industry and Commerce, indicated that the launch of Green Factory Label…

Manama : The Electricity and Water Authority (EWA) and Bahrain Steel signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the largest rooftop solar energy project in Bahrain, with a capacity of 100 megawatts Bahrain Steel is the leading producer and global supplier of high-grade iron-ore pellets. Kamal bin Ahmed Mohammed, President of EWA, commended Bahrain Steel’s initiative and investment and underscored the significance of this project in paving the way for the delivery of Bahrain’s objectives of diversifying its energy sources. He outlined that this MoU will also play an important role in adapting to climate change challenges and protecting Bahrain’s…