Middle East

ZEE5 and Jalesh Cruises partner to launch exclusive offers in the Middle East

As a part of this unique partnership, Jalesh Cruise guests in the Middle East will receive a one-month free subscription to ZEE5, giving them access to the platforms premium content including Originals and latest Bollywood blockbusters.

Sep 20, 2019, 13:04 PM IST

ZEE5 Global kickstarts its partnership with LuLu in the Middle East with their 'Celebrating India' festival

Powered by ZEE5, the global entertainment app for the best of Bollywood movies, Indian TV shows and more, LuLu gives customers a chance to join and win a free subscription of ZEE5 for every AED 50 purchase.

Aug 16, 2019, 11:35 AM IST

ZEE5 intensifies outreach in the Middle East; rolls out a slew of initiatives

Deepening our connection with audiences across countries, this new campaign will define ZEE5's global identity as the go-to destination for high-impact, high-octane entertainment.

Jul 11, 2019, 13:41 PM IST

Iran accuses Saudis of militaristic approach in Middle East

Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman earlier on Sunday called on the international community to take a “decisive stand” over the attacks

Jun 17, 2019, 20:29 PM IST

Son seeks Sushma Swaraj's help to rescue mother trafficked to Kuwait

He added, she was received by the employer and employed as a housemaid.

Feb 17, 2019, 07:13 AM IST

Emirates to discontinue 'Hindu meal' service on flights; have other vegetarian meal options on menu

In an official statement issued by the airline, Emirates said that the decision to withdraw the above-mentioned option from its in-flight menu was taken following a review of the onboard products and services.

Jul 04, 2018, 07:52 AM IST

PM Narendra Modi arrives in Jordan; Palestine says India can play a role in Middle East peace process

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has said that PM Narendra Modi can play a major role in ending the conflict in the Middle East.

Feb 09, 2018, 23:42 PM IST

Diesel tankers from Middle East, India make rare voyages to New York

 About a half dozen tankers carrying diesel from the Middle East and India are making rare journeys to New York, including the first cargo from Qatar in two years, as shippers take advantage of recent three-year highs for U.S. diesel prices. 

Feb 09, 2018, 10:48 AM IST

Donald Trump threatens to cut aid to Palestinian territories over Jerusalem row

"We pay the Palestinians hundreds of millions of dollars a year and get no appreciation or respect," the US President tweeted.

Jan 03, 2018, 12:02 PM IST

Vladimir Putin, Recep Tayyip Erdogan agree on creation of Palestinian state in call: Kremlin

Russia`s President Vladimir Putin and Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Friday said they both supported creating a Palestinian state, the Kremlin said the day after the UN rejected the decision by Washington to recognise Jerusalem as Israel`s capital.

Dec 22, 2017, 18:06 PM IST

China calls for unity of international community over Jerusalem

A Chinese envoy has called for unity of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) and the international community at large over the issue of Jerusalem and for common effort toward peace in the Middle East.

Dec 19, 2017, 11:20 AM IST

Palestinians 'walking away' from talks with Pence snub: United States

The United States accused the Palestinian Authority today of "walking away" from a chance to discuss peace in the Middle East by snubbing Vice President Mike Pence on an upcoming visit.

Dec 11, 2017, 06:47 AM IST

New protests flare in Middle East, elsewhere over Donald Trump's declaration of Jerusalem as Israel's capital

New protests flared in the Middle East and elsewhere on Sunday over Donald Trump's declaration of Jerusalem as Israel's capital.

Dec 10, 2017, 22:07 PM IST

Trump dangles shoddy Middle East peace plan to douse Jerusalem fire

With Palestinians declaring it will be difficult for the United States to act as an honest broker after essentially siding with Israel on one of the central disputes in the conflict, administration officials said they expected a “cooling-off period.”

Dec 08, 2017, 07:58 AM IST

Jerusalem decision 'reflection of ground realities': United States

Facing global condemnation on the issue of recognition of Jerusalem as the Israeli capital, the White House on Friday defended the decision of President Donald Trump, asserting that it was a "reflection of the ground realities" and the US was committed to the peace process.

Dec 08, 2017, 07:17 AM IST

Donald Trump recognises Jerusalem as Israel's capital, in reversal of policy

In a speech at the White House, Trump said his administration would also begin a process of moving the U.S. embassy in Tel Aviv to Jerusalem, which is expected to take years.

Dec 07, 2017, 00:04 AM IST

Donald Trump 'very committed' to Middle East peace process: Rex Tillerson

President Donald Trump is "very committed" to the Middle East peace process, US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said Wednesday amid global alarm at a US plan to recognise Jerusalem as Israel`s capital.

Dec 06, 2017, 19:53 PM IST

Trump to recognise Jerusalem as Israel capital, dangerous consequences likely

President Donald Trump on Wednesday will recognise Jerusalem as Israel`s capital and set in motion the relocation of the US Embassy to the ancient city, senior U.S. officials said, a decision that upends decades of US policy and risks fueling violence in the Middle East.

Dec 06, 2017, 08:47 AM IST

Iran's President Hassan Rouhani calls for Middle East 'dialogue'

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said Sunday that Middle Eastern countries should solve their problems together without relying on external powers. 

Dec 03, 2017, 16:16 PM IST

Mideast nuclear plan backers bragged of support of top Trump aide Flynn

Backers of a US-Russian plan to build nuclear reactors across the Middle East bragged after the US election they had backing from Donald Trump`s national security adviser Michael Flynn for a project that required lifting sanctions on Russia, documents reviewed by Reuters show.

Dec 02, 2017, 09:15 AM IST