- 4 August, 2026
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Iraq Drought Claims Lakeside Resort: ‘No More Water’
Mohamed, an Iraqi businessman, has never experienced such a depressing tourist season: years of drought have reduced the majestic Lake Habbaniyah, driving away tourists who
10 Typical But Delicious Lebanese Breakfast Dishes
Lebanese cuisine is celebrated for its rich flavours, aromatic spices, and vibrant colours. In Lebanon, breakfast is a beloved mealtime where an exquisite variety of
Islamic State possibly behind deadly attack on bus carrying Syrian soldiers
Members of the Islamic State group – whose sleeper cells in Syria still terrorise populations despite their defeat in 2019 – are believed to have
Israel Disarms the Palestinians While Arming the Settlers
Palestinians living in the West Bank under Israeli occupation are not allowed to defend themselves against Jewish violence. If they do, they can be arrested,
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad Discusses Challenges and Prospects in Arab Relations
Bashar al-Assad, the president of Syria, spoke about the rekindled ties with the Arab world in a recent televised interview, outlining the difficulties and hopes
UN Human Rights Chief Urges Iraq to Address Climate Change, Human Rights Issues
Volker Türk, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, wrapped up his historic first trip to Iraq on Wednesday, where he emphasized the urgent need
5 Quick Ways to Check Your STC Balance
One of the biggest telecommunications firms in the Middle East is Saudi Telecom Company (STC). It provides a range of services, such as landline, internet,
Israeli PM Signals He Will Continue Judicial Reform Efforts
Benjamin Netanyahu the Prime Minister of Israel was quoted as saying on Sunday that he would work to change the committee that chooses judges during
Confirms Leader’s Death and Names Successor Amidst Ongoing Attacks
The Islamic State (IS) announced Abu Hussein al-Husseini al-Quraishi’s passing and the appointment of Abu Hafs al-Hashimi al-Quraishi’s successor in an undated tape posted on
Turkish Government Orders Unregistered Syrians to Leave Istanbul by September 24
All Syrians living in Istanbul without a valid registration have lately been ordered by the Turkish authorities to depart by September 24. This action is