Middle East

World

Turkish Cypriots return Greek artworks in goodwill gesture

Talks on future of island resume, but fundamental differences remain.

27/02/2019

Egypt

Train station fire kills at least 20, injures dozens in Cairo

"I saw a man pointing from the locomotive as it entered the platform, and screaming, 'There are no brakes, there are no brakes' before he jumped out."

27/02/2019

Syria

Russia and Syria call for US troops to leave Syria

In a joint statement, Russia and Syria called for US troops to leave Syria and allow people from the Rubkan refugee camp to leave.

27/02/2019

Egypt

Dozens killed and injured in Cairo train station fire

At least 25 people were killed and 50 injured in the accident, state television reported.

27/02/2019

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Hundreds of people evacuated from last ISIS stronghold in Syria

Syrian Kurdish fighters released footage of hundreds of men, women and children being evacuated on Monday night from the last stronghold of the Islamic State group in Syria.

26/02/2019

Cyprus

Greek and Turkish-Cypriot leaders discuss a resumption of peace talks

Cypriot President Nicos Anastasiades talked of a positive atmosphere after meeting with Turkish-Cypriot leader Mustafa Akinci to discuss peace talks

26/02/2019

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A.I. and world trade take centre stage at 7th World Government Summit

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A.I. advances and potential world trade developments take entre stage at 7th World Government Summit

25/02/2019

Egypt

Both sides declare first EU-Arab League summit a success

The first EU-Arab League summit has ended in Egypt with both sides declaring it a success and announcing plans for a second meeting in 2022.

25/02/2019

Egypt

Watch: Theresa May talks to the media after EU-Arab League summit

"We have it within our grasp. I have had a real sense in conversations that we can achieve that deal on the 29th of March. That's where my energy is going to be focused," said May.

25/02/2019

Egypt

Delaying Brexit would be 'rational solution', says Tusk

Delaying Brexit would be a "rational solution", European Council President Donald Tusk said at a press conference following a summit between Arab League and European Union member states.

25/02/2019

Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia appoints first female ambassador amidst Khashoggi fallout

Princess Reema bint Bandar has been named as the kingdom's envoy to the US.

24/02/2019

Egypt

Terrorism, migration central at first ever EU-Arab League summit

“The goal is to start a dialogue with other world regions. By that the EU aims to counter Russia’s and China’s growing influence in these regions,” an EU source said.

24/02/2019

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Louvre Abu Dhabi brings Rembrandt to Middle East for first time

The UAE museum is currently exhibiting more than 90 works from the Dutch Golden Age.

23/02/2019

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Dubai: a hub for international business

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With its numerous summits, conferences and expos in this episode of Target we explore Dubai as a top business destination.

22/02/2019

World

Winter at Tantora: music festival brings Yanni and other stars to Saudi Arabia

The Winter at Tantora Festival is bringing international music stars to perform at Al-Ula, Saudi Arabia.

22/02/2019

World

Why is Al-Ula paving the way towards tourism in Saudi Arabia?

The Al-Ula governorate in Saudi Arabia is an area packed with prehistoric sites and landmarks.

22/02/2019

Green News

Creating music from garbage

An environmental activist in Egypt recycles waste to create musical instruments.

22/02/2019

Israel

Israel to take 'digital bible' into space and leave it on the Moon

The privately funded venture will include a copy of the Bible and Israel's national anthem.

21/02/2019

Egypt

Skydivers soar over Egyptian Pyramids

The skydiving festival, now in its fourth year, will see 140 participants from 32 countries take flight over Giza's landmarks.

20/02/2019

United Arab Emirates

France's Naval Group signs warship construction deal with Saudi Arabia

The agreement includes building warships and frigates in Saudi Arabia through a joint venture with the French firm. Military deals with Saudi Arabia have come under renewed scrutiny since the October killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi in the Saudi consulate in Istanbul.

17/02/2019

Lebanon

Raya Al Hassan: The Arab world's first female interior minister

The first female interior minister in the Arab world told Euronews her appointment is a "unique experience that needs to be mainstreamed and generalised in other countries in the region".

15/02/2019

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City with a conscience: Dubai's desert utopia

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In this episode of Focus we travel to the outskirts of Dubai to visit a community at the forefront of environmentalism and sustainability.

15/02/2019

World

World Government Summit: Leaders prioritize climate change solutions

The 7th edition of World Government Summit was held in Dubai, gathering world leaders alongside experts in the sectors of technology, economy, environment and wellbeing.

15/02/2019

World

How does switching between languages impact your body?

UAE-based researchers are exploring how switching between languages affects the body and brain.

15/02/2019

United Arab Emirates

Drones temporarily ground all Dubai Airport flights

Flights at Dubai International Airport were temporarily grounded on Friday morning due to suspected drone activity

15/02/2019

Egypt

Egyptian lawmakers back changes that could keep Sisi in power til 2034

Egyptian lawmakers back changes that could keep Sisi in power til 2034

15/02/2019