Middle East

Turkey

Turkey's Erdogan slams ECJ ruling on headscarf ban at work

The European Court of Justice ruled last week that employers could ban religious symbols from the workplace under certain conditions.

19/07/2021

Cyprus

Cypriots dream of returning to tourism jewel that became a ghost town

Empty since the 1974 Turkish invasion, it used to be the hotspot of international tourism. Now Varosha is a vast area of abandoned and ruined buildings.

19/07/2021

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Pilgrims pray next to Mount Arafat

Pilgrims pray next to Mount Arafat

19/07/2021

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Take a look at Dubai's successful start-ups born in the pandemic

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The pandemic has changed lives and perspectives and saw millions lose their jobs worldwide. However, for some in the UAE, 2020 also brought about the chance to start their own business.

19/07/2021

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Saudi security forces monitor annual hajj pilgrimage in Mecca

Saudi security forces monitor the holy sites in Mecca during the annual hajj pilgrimage with cameras distributed in main areas of the holy city

17/07/2021

Qatar

Taliban continue talks whilst making big gains on the battlefield

Government forces are struggling to hold onto Afghanistan's major towns and cities whilst the Taliban continue to take large rural districts.

17/07/2021

People

How will Hajj be different in 2021?

The annual Muslim pilgrimage is set to take place between 17-22 July. But the pandemic means things have had to change.

17/07/2021

People

Meet the twins opening a restaurant inside an aeroplane

22 years after they first bought a decommissioned aeroplane, these twin brothers are about to open an unusual restaurant.

17/07/2021

Home

Tel Aviv plans to have a dog DNA register to clear up its poo problem

The Israeli city says its dog owners abandon 500 kg of mess on pavements every month. Now they're looking for a high-tech solution.

16/07/2021

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Business Incubators are helping Startups to grow Dubai's economy

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Startups are a valuable part of Dubai's economy, accounting for 46% of its GDP. In a city where startups are thriving, it's no surprise that many programs and institutions are in place to help SMEs.

16/07/2021

Cyprus

Shots fired from Turkish vessel at Cypriot coastguard: reports

An adviser to Northern Cyprus's foreign minister told Euronews: "There is no such incident. It did not happen. This is a lie."

16/07/2021

Turkey

Several people killed by flooding on Turkey's northeastern coast

At least six people have been killed and two others are missing after heavy rain triggered floods and landslides near Turkey's Black Sea coast.

15/07/2021

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Syria rockets hit villages in last rebel enclave

Syrian government rockets hit two villages in the last rebel stronghold in northwestern Syria on Thursday, killing at least nine civilians, including three children, rescue workers and a war monitor said.

15/07/2021

Lebanon

Lebanon's PM-designate steps down after months of deadlock

Lebanon’s Prime Minister-designate Saad Hariri stepped down on Thursday, citing “key differences” with the president after nine months of political wrangling that failed to put together a government for the crisis-ridden country.

15/07/2021

Turkey

Turkey dismisses Istanbul university rector months after protests

Turkey's president has dismissed the rector of Istanbul's most prestigious university, whose appointment seven months ago led to student protests.

15/07/2021

Turkey

Erdogan hails 'victory for democracy' five years after attempted coup

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has hailed a 'victory for democracy' on the fifth anniversary of the attempted coup in 2016.

15/07/2021

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Dubai breaks world record for deepest pool

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Deep Dive Dubai is the deepest pool in the world and it is expected to open at the end of July. At a depth of just over 60 metres, the inside diving experience is being revolutionised with underwater habitats, cameras, speakers and courses for every level.

14/07/2021

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Beirut blast relatives scuffle with riot police

Angered by the lack of progress in investigating the cause of the massive Beirut port explosion, dozens of relatives of victims gathered late on Tuesday afternoon outside the home of caretaker Lebanese Interior Minister Mohamed Fehmi.

14/07/2021

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This is the world's deepest pool stretching down over 60 metres

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The pool holds 14 million litres of water, which is is the equivalent of six Olympic swimming pools.

14/07/2021

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Dry-ageing meat for 120 days creates a unique taste.

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Dry-aged meat can remain in a fridge from 28 days up to 120 days. We find out how one man is exploring the possibilities of this cooking technique to create the ultimate beef steak.

12/07/2021

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Jebel Ali, the hidden touristic gem on the outskirts of Dubai

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Possibly most famous for the largest seaport in the Middle East, Jebel Ali is also a perfect leisure getaway with theme parks, golf, pristine beaches and even a Hollywood-inspired food truck park.

12/07/2021

Syria

Europe must act to stop Assad, Syrian opposition group tells Euronews

The EU denied following "a policy of waiting" towards Damascus after a Syrian opposition group accused the bloc of not exerting sufficient pressure on the Assad regime.

12/07/2021

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Airline pilot navigates Dubai's competitive sailing scene

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"The principle of sail power is the same principle of an aeroplane wing: The moment I learnt that I could apply my flying knowledge to sailing, it helped me a lot," he said.

12/07/2021

Egypt

Widow of former Egyptian President Anwar Sadat dies in Egypt

President Abdel Fattah el-Sissi's office said she had been a role model for Egyptian women and granted her a national award posthumously.

09/07/2021

Business

Abu Dhabi’s maritime sector strategy shifts to diversification

“No one is safe, unless everyone is safe” is the mantra behind efforts to immunise the world against Covid-19.

09/07/2021

Syria

EU crisis management chief: Syria aid crossing must remain open

More than 1,000 trucks of humanitarian aid a month - including all donated COVID-19 vaccines - cross from Turkey into northern Syria each month through Bab al-Hawa, where a UN mandate is set to expire on Saturday.

08/07/2021