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Indonesia Earthquake Leaves Thousands Homeless as Rescue Efforts Continue
August 17, 2026
Jakarta: A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia last week, killing dozens, injuring hundreds and damaging more than 900 buildings. Nearly 13,000 people have been displaced, with many still sheltering in tents as rescue efforts continue and hospit…
Two Moderate Earthquakes Hit Flores Again, No Tsunami Threat
August 17, 2026
Flores: Two more moderate earthquakes struck waters around Flores Island in Indonesia’s East Nusa Tenggara province early Monday, two days after a deadly magnitude 7.7 quake struck the area. According to data from Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysi…
8 Nations Criticize Israel’s Rejection of Gaza Peace Plan
August 17, 2026
Istanbul: Eight countries on Sunday criticized Israel’s rejection of a roadmap aimed at implementing US President Donald Trump’s plan to end the Gaza conflict, stating that the decision threatens efforts for lasting peace, Anadolu Ajansi reported.
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Kushner to Meet Netanyahu Following Talks with Hamas Leaders in Egypt Over Gaza Peace Plan
August 17, 2026
Tel aviv: US envoy Jared Kushner is set to meet Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday after engaging in discussions with Hamas leaders in Egypt to revive a US-backed Gaza peace plan that Israel has so far declined to endorse. This meetin…
Arab and Islamic Foreign Ministers Condemn Israel’s Rejection of Gaza Peace Roadmap
August 17, 2026
Riyadh: Foreign ministers from Saudi Arabia and other Arab and Islamic countries have condemned Israel’s declared rejection of the roadmap for completing the implementation of the US President’s comprehensive plan to end the conflict in Gaza.
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