World Cup expansion gives hope to West Asian teams
Tuesday, 3 September 2024 () Saudi Arabia and Qatar have been dominating West Asian football, but the continent has four more assured spots at the 2026 World Cup. As third-round qualifying opens, the likes of Kuwait, Oman and Jordan may make it.
Iran’s President-elect Masoud Pezeshkian has reaffirmed his administration's commitment to bolstering resistance forces throughout West Asia. In a message to Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah, Secretary-General of Lebanon’s Hezbollah resistance movement, Pezeshkian expressed his gratitude for Nasrallah's congratulatory message following his victory in the July 5 presidential runoff. Pezeshkian emphasised that Iran's support for the Axis of Resistance is deeply embedded in the nation's core policies, reflecting the principles established by the late Imam Khomeini and the directives of Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei. This stance is a continuation of Iran’s longstanding position of opposing the Zionist entity and backing the resistance and resilience of regional populations.
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Forward Steve Bergwijn was not considered for Netherlands selection for their upcoming Nations League game because of his move to the Saudi Pro-League, says head.. BBC Sport
Brazilian winger Angelo Gabriel, who never played a competitive match for Chelsea, has join Saudi Pro-League side Al-Nassr from the Blues for £19.1m. BBC Sport
Water activities play a big role for many expats living in Qatar. For some, joining a dragon boat club is as much about being a part of a community as it is improving their overall health. Others look to water as a healing tool.
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The attack comes after US Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with key mediators from Egypt and Qatar to press ahead with a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas.
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The Israeli military has announced the recovery of six hostages’ bodies from Hamas captivity, intensifying the ongoing Gaza conflict. As the U.S., Egypt, and Qatar push for a cease-fire, the discovery adds a new layer of complexity. With public sentiment potentially shifting, how will Prime Minister Netanyahu handle the growing outrage over the grim news? Join us as we explore the implications of this development on Israel’s political landscape and the broader peace efforts.
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The US Secretary of States arrival comes after US and fellow mediators Egypt and Qatar said they were closing in on a deal after two days of talks in Doha, with American and Israeli officials expressing cautious optimism.
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Masoud Pezeshkian has won Iran's presidential run-off with 53.7% of the votes, campaigning on a platform of opening Iran to the world and promising unity. International leaders, including Putin and Modi, have congratulated Pezeshkian. Saudi Arabia's King Salman and Crown Prince affirmed commitment to improving ties with Iran, while Azerbaijan's President Aliyev invited Pezeshkian to strengthen bilateral relations. Venezuela and China expressed optimism about Iran's future under Pezeshkian, and Iraq and Pakistan emphasised enhancing regional cooperation. Kuwait's Emir wished success for Iran's new president, and Syrian President Assad pledged to deepen strategic ties. Pezeshkian faces expectations to manage domestic challenges and international relations, with global leaders expecting Iran to play a stabilising role in the region under his leadership.
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As a precautionary measure, the local administration had shifted nearly 3,500 persons to safer locations and had asked people living in huts and mud houses to.. DNA
In a dramatic maritime rescue operation, nine crew members, including eight Indians and one Sri Lankan, were successfully rescued by the Indian warship INS Teg after their vessel, the 'Prestige Falcon,' capsized off the coast of Oman. The incident, which occurred on July 15th, left 16 crew members stranded, prompting swift action from Indian and Omani maritime authorities. The 'Prestige Falcon,' sailing under the Comoros flag, capsized approximately 25 nautical miles southeast of Ras Madrakah in Oman's Wilayat of Duqm. Of the 16 crew members onboard, 13 were Indian nationals and three were Sri Lankan citizens. While nine survivors have been safely rescued, efforts are ongoing to locate and rescue the remaining crew.
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The oil tanker Prestige Falcon capsized off Oman's coast near Duqm port, resulting in the disappearance of its 16-member crew (13 Indians, 3 Sri Lankans). The incident occurred 25 nautical miles southeast of Ras Madrakah. As of Thursday, search efforts continued with the vessel underwater and inverted. No oil leaks were reported. The tanker was en route to Aden, Yemen. Duqm, a crucial economic center for Oman's oil and gas projects, houses major installations. The cause of the capsize remains unknown.
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A tragic shooting incident near a mosque in Muscat, the capital of Oman, has resulted in the deaths of at least four Pakistani nationals and left multiple others injured. The Royal Oman Police reported that the shooting occurred in the al-Wadi al-Kabir neighbourhood, near the Imam Ali Mosque, during the observance of Ashura, a significant event for Shia Muslims commemorating the martyrdom of Imam Hussein (AS), the grandson of Prophet Mohammad (PBUH).
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Saudi Arabia and Qatar have been dominating West Asian football, but the continent has four more assured spots at the 2026 World Cup. As third-round qualifying... Deutsche Welle