Middle East

Israel

Israeli PM Netanyahu faces internal challenge in Likud primary

Israel's Likud party is holding a primary vote to choose its leader on Thursday. Veteran politician Gideon Saar has vowed to unseat Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, arguing he will be better placed to form a government in national elections in March.

26/12/2019

Israel

Israel strikes Gaza in retaliation for rocket attack

The Israeli airforce struck Hamas targets in Gaza on Thursday after a rocket was fired from the Palestinian enclave, Israel Defense Forces said.

26/12/2019

Syria

216,000 civilians have fled amid Syria offensive — relief group

Government forces have been bombarding southern and eastern Idlib province, the last rebel stronghold in the war-torn country, since late November.

25/12/2019

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Maaret al-Numan becomes ghost town as residents flee bombing

At least eight people, including five children, were on Christmas Eve in Russian airstrikes in northwest Syria.

24/12/2019

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Bethlehem welcomes pilgrims for Christmas celebrations

Bethlehem welcomes pilgrims for Christmas celebrations, Iraq protesters create Christmas tree out of flags and elephants in Santa Claus outfits make a season greetings’ performance in Thailand.

24/12/2019

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Special Christmas delivery for US troops in Syria

Troops taking part in 'Holiday Express' transported stockings stuffed with gifts to five bases in the country's east. A military band also travelled by helicopter, playing Christmas carols as the troops received their presents.

24/12/2019

Turkey

Turkey warns Europe of new refugee wave as Syrian forces advance

"Turkey cannot handle a new refugee wave from Syria," Erdogan said, adding that 80,000 people from Syria's Idlib had fled toward the Turkish border.

23/12/2019

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Dubai’s best boutique hotels

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The emirate is known for luxury stays, but there is a growing sector of boutique-style properties that are well worth a look.

23/12/2019

Saudi Arabia

Jamal Khashoggi: Experts dismiss Saudi Arabia's sentences over killing

The UN expert who investigated the journalist's murder called the Saudi investigation "the antithesis of justice".

23/12/2019

Sport

Liverpool wins its first ever Club World Cup football title

Liverpool defeats Brazilian team, Flamengo, to win its first ever Club World Cup football title

21/12/2019

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Artist Banksy unveils dark nativity in Bethlehem

Banksy has made his own contribution to Christmas.

21/12/2019

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The beat goes on: Wu-Tang Clan reflect on rap, racism and keeping it real.

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Wu-Tang Clan are one of the most influential hip hop acts of all time. We talk to the music pioneers about their career, politics and why Black Lives matter.

20/12/2019

Gaza

Euroviews. The case of Suha Jbara exposes the corruption and barbarism of the Palestinian Authority ǀ View

Too many Palestinians endure inhumane treatment at the hands of the PA. Life on the West Bank can be hard enough and, civilians in the West Bank and Gaza Strip face a near-systematic campaign of human rights abuses.

19/12/2019

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Dubai Air Show: Sky's no longer the limit as UAE reaches for the stars

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Interplanetary ambitions are making aerospace investments skyrocket. We hear from aerospace industry experts and decision-makers at the Dubai Air Show.

18/12/2019

Egypt

Prosecutor says Egypt of deliberately hiding cause of PhD's death

The 28-year-old researcher was found dead in a ditch by the side of the road in Cairo in February 2016

18/12/2019

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A guide to Hatta, Dubai

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Why this exclave in the Hajar Mountains is a must-visit for adventure-loving tourists

18/12/2019

Eco-Innovation

Qatar to adopt driverless public transport options

The country has done a deal with Volkswagen Group to provide autonomous vehicles for large and small groups.

16/12/2019

Cyprus

Euroviews. Football could be the level playing field to start the healing process in a divided Cyprus ǀ View

Reunifying the national team after 65 years of separation could be the strongest confidence building measure to restore the bond between the Greek and Turkish Cypriot communities, as well as spark new life into a withering team.

16/12/2019

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Dubai’s best vegan restaurants

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The number of plant-based dining options is expanding in the UAE

16/12/2019

Israel

Israel's Netanyahu says Brazil will move its embassy to Jerusalem

So far, only the United States and Guatemala have moved their embassies to Jerusalem.

15/12/2019

Lebanon

54 injured in Lebanon: violence erupts as police clash with protesters

Dozens were wounded late on Saturday as police clashed with anti-government protesters. It was one of the most violent confrontations since demonstrations began in October.

15/12/2019

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Balloon trip gives passengers a real bird’s eye view of the desert

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Balloon trips are a big attraction for tourists the world over. But in Dubai, hot air ballooning comes with a twist.

13/12/2019

World

Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival: Akon & Kanye West to run in US elections?

Thousands of attendees, including the founders of many regional startups, attended the two-day Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival (SEF) this November

13/12/2019

World

Israel faces prospect of third general election in a year

Israel is facing a third general election in a year after politicians failed to agree on the compositon of a new agreement before the deadline of midnight on Wednesday

12/12/2019

Yemen

Euroviews. The EU must push for peace in Yemen to avoid a decade of humanitarian disaster ǀ View

As we enter 2020, if the openings for peace are to set Yemen on a path to stability, the EU must be at the forefront of efforts to make the next ten years the decade of delivery, not the decade of disaster. For Yemen, that will require peace.

12/12/2019

Israel

Israel headed for third election in 12 months

It is the latest in a wave of firsts for the Israeli nation, after Netanyahu became the first sitting prime minister to be indicted last month.

11/12/2019