- 11 January, 2026
Omar Haddad
Omar Haddad is a technology and business journalist who writes about startups, fintech innovations, and digital growth in the Middle East.
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Repression against journalists continues in Algeria
Algeria condemned to three-year prison a well-known Algerian journalist for reporting on anti-government demonstrations. Local activists and international organizations of Human Rights defenders repeatedly denounced
Two dozen dead in Sudan following tribal clashes
The violence that has been going on for the past three days has claimed the lives of at least 25 people, injuring scores of others.
Israel closes goods crossing after Hamas-led balloons attack near Gaza Strip
On Tuesday Israel announced closing its goods crossing with the Gaza Strip border after series of explosive balloon attacks, carried out by Hamas, the militant
Can France create change in Lebanon?
France has stepped up with aid and comfort after the deadly blast in Beirut but how much change can it really usher in? Just two
Turkey’s latest provocation: a ship exploring Greek waters
Turkey has sent a ship to explore the waters in a disputed area of the eastern Mediterranean at the Greek border. The Ankara’s survey ship
Coalition Government Hangs By Budget Approval In Israeli Marathon Vote Saga Starting Today
The militarization of oil facilities, the presence of mercenaries as well as the military escalation increases the risks that hydrocarbons and chemicals stored at oil
International community comes together for Lebanon
Following last week’s blast in Beirut, a donor conference held for Lebanon’s benefit has seen pledges of nearly 250 million euros. Over 250 million euros
Beirut blast sparks anger in people, protestors raise call for government to quit
On Sunday, Central Beirut turned into a battle ground as over 10,000 protestors, gathered at Martyrs’ Square, tried to storm into the Parliament, government ministries
Beirut explosion: Officials warned over 10 times about piled explosives at the port
On Friday, Lebanon officials said that the catastrophic blast near Beirut port could have been averted as frequent warnings were sent to the government authorities
Iran approaches UN on plane interception
Tehran is calling on the international body to hold the United States responsible for an incident last month when fighter jets intercepted an Iranian passenger