US says its military targeted in Iraq, Syria

After the October 7 attack by Iranian-backed Hamas forces on Israel, the US military has blamed other Iranian-backed proxy groups for near-daily attacks against its forces in Iraq and Syria.

General elections in Pak to be held 11 Feb 

General elections in Pakistan will be held on February 11, the country’s poll body informed the Supreme Court on Thursday, putting an end to months-long uncertainty over the polls.

Taliban to build shelters for refugees returning from Pak

The Taliban regime in Kabul announced that it will build shelters for the hundreds of thousands of Afghan refugees returning home from Pakistan after the neighbouring country formulated a phase-wise process for the expulsion of the undocumented migrants.

Israeli forces have surrounded Gaza City, says IDF chief

Israel Defence Force (IDF) Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi said on Thursday that troops are operating inside Gaza City and are surrounding it from several directions, The Times of Isreal reported. “We have advanced another significant stage in the war.

US imposes sweeping new sanctions targeting Russia

The United States on Thursday imposed sweeping new measures against Moscow over the war in Ukraine, targeting Russia’s future energy capabilities, sanctions evasion and a suicide drone that has been a menace to Ukrainian troops and equipment, among others, in sanctions on hundreds of people and entities.

WC: Super show by Shami

Mohammed Shami on Thursday became the highest (45) wicket-taker for India in the ongoing ICC ODI World Cup 2023 match against Sri Lanka at Wankhede Stadium.

Marsh out of WC indefinitely

Australia have suffered a massive blow with the news that in-form all-rounder Mitch Marsh flew home for personal reasons and will be out of the ongoing ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup indefinitely.

Man United booed off after Newcastle loss

Defending champions Manchester United were humbled 3-0 at home by Newcastle United in the League Cup fourth round as their dismal start to the season took a serious turn for the worse on Wednesday.

Asian Champions Trophy: India thrashes Korea 5-0

The Indian women’s hockey team continued their unbeaten run at the Jharkhand Women’s Asian Champions Trophy by securing a commanding 5-0 win against Korea in their last Pool match on Thursday.