Category: Middle East
Saudi Arabia and China Seal $1.3 bn Housing and Infrastructure Agreements
In a landmark development, Saudi Arabia and China finalized a substantial $1.3 billion deal, housing and infrastructure agreements, at the Saudi-Chinese Business Forum in Beijing
U.S. Sanctions Lebanese Environmental Organization Accused of Aiding Hezbollah’s Activities
The United States has placed sanctions on a Lebanese environmental organisation that is allegedly used as a front for the operations of the militant group
Escalating Clashes Between Rival Militias Engulf Tripoli, Stranding Residents and Raising Concerns
Tripoli, the capital of Libya, has been the scene of fierce fighting between opposing militias that have imprisoned families inside their houses, raising questions about
Secret Meeting Between Palestinian Islamic Jihad, Fatah in Gaza
Leaders of the Iran-backed Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ) group and Fatah held a rare meeting in the Gaza Strip on Monday. This comes after the
Israel’s Oldest Gate Found, Pushing Back Clock on Urbanization
Archaeologists in Israel have discovered what they believe to be the oldest gate in the country, dating back to around 5,500 years ago. The discovery,
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