Web archive - January 15, 2024

World

China, Arab League call for Gaza ceasefire

The two sides reiterate support for two-state solution, oppose forced transfer, stress Red Sea stability

Pakistan

Afghan terror safe havens worry Pakistan, Iran

Both sides stress the need for close coordination to persuade Kabul to come good on its promises

World

Dense fog disrupts flights, trains in Indian capital

At least 18 trains to Delhi from different parts of the country were running late due to fog

World

Israel bombs targets across Gaza, Hamas to reveal 'fate' of three hostages

Hamas clashes with Israeli forces in Khan Younis; Israeli tanks hit Al-Bureij and Al-Maghazi camps in central Gaza

World

UK declares Hizbut Tahrir as terrorist group

Proscription means that it will be a criminal offence in Britain to belong to or promote the group

Pakistan

Border dispute strands thousands of trucks at Torkham crossing

Talks underway between Pakistan and Afghanistan to resolve the issue, officials say

World

Nearly 250m Indians moved out of poverty in 9 years: govt

Multidimensional Poverty Index shows decline from 29.17% to 11.28% from 2014 to 2023

Pakistan

PTI committed to active participation in polls despite symbol setback: Gohar

Party to release list of candidates independently participating in polls on social media soon, says ex-PTI chairman

World

Houthis vow to keep up Red Sea attacks after US-led strikes

Houthi negotiator insists on Gaza war end and humanitarian aid for north and south Gaza

World

Iran: US can't call for restraint while backing Israel's war in Gaza

Iranian FM says Houthi attacks in Red Sea will continue 'as long as the genocide in the Gaza war continues'