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Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed, Minister of Foreign Affairs, stressed the need to protect innocent lives and deliver crucial humanitarian aid during talks on the Israel-Gaza war with his South Korean counterpart, Park Jin.
The two ministers discussed ways to “end extremism, tension, and escalating violence in the Middle East region” during a phone call, state news agency Wam reported.
They reviewed international efforts to help de-escalate a conflict which has been raging for more than three weeks.
The two men highlighted the importance of ensuring the relief response to the unfolding crisis meets the pressing needs of civilians.
More than 8,000 people have been killed in Gaza since the war broke out, with more than 3,500 of those being children.
Hundreds of thousands more have been displaced during heavy bombardment from Israeli forces, in response to a Hamas assault on October 7, which killed at least 1,400 people, mostly civilians.
The Israeli army has increased the number of troops inside the Gaza Strip, a spokesman said on Sunday.
Israel said it had entered a “second phase” of its war in Gaza,
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Day 3, Dubai Test: At a glance
Moment of the day Lahiru Gamage, the Sri Lanka pace bowler, has had to play a lot of cricket to earn a shot at the top level. The 29-year-old debutant first played a first-class game 11 years ago. His first Test wicket was one to savour, bowling Pakistan opener Shan Masood through the gate. It set the rot in motion for Pakistan’s batting.
Stat of the day – 73 Haris Sohail took 73 balls to hit a boundary. Which is a peculiar quirk, given the aggressive intent he showed from the off. Pakistan’s batsmen were implored to attack Rangana Herath after their implosion against his left-arm spin in Abu Dhabi. Haris did his best to oblige, smacking the second ball he faced for a huge straight six.
The verdict One year ago, when Pakistan played their first day-night Test at this ground, they held a 222-run lead over West Indies on first innings. The away side still pushed their hosts relatively close on the final night. With the opposite almost exactly the case this time around, Pakistan still have to hope they can salvage a win from somewhere.
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Uefa Champions League semi-final, first leg
Bayern Munich v Real Madrid
When: April 25, 10.45pm kick-off (UAE)
Where: Allianz Arena, Munich
Live: BeIN Sports HD
Second leg: May 1, Santiago Bernabeu, Madrid
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