Middle East

Gaza

Israeli forces raid refugee camp as troops expand the Gaza offensive

All the latest developments from the Israel Hamas war.

27/12/2023

Qatar 365

MMA, pandas, and sustainability: the best of Qatar 365 in 2023

In partnership with Media City

Qatar 365 treats you with some of the most iconic moments of 2023: extreme sports like sand dune cycling and mixed martial arts, behind the scenes view of Qatar museum’s restoration efforts, and privileged moments with Chinese giant pandas and wild oryxes.

27/12/2023

Spotlight

Global Labor Market Conference sees industry leaders discuss trends

In partnership with Global Labor Market Conference

Developments in labour laws, standards, and policies were all on the table at the first Global Labor Market Conference in Saudi Arabia.

27/12/2023

Business

Intel has just sealed the largest investment ever in Israel

The chip maker has agreed to invest billions in Israel after securing a generous incentive from the country's government.

27/12/2023

Turkey

Turkish parliamentary committee gives approval for Sweden's NATO bid

The Turkish Parliament’s foreign affairs committee gave its consent to Sweden’s bid to join NATO on Tuesday, drawing the previously non-aligned Nordic country closer to membership in the Western military alliance.

26/12/2023

Turkey

Turkey intensify airstrikes in Syria and Iraq after 12 soldiers killed

Turkey intensified its airstrikes against Kurdish groups in Syria and northern Iraq in retaliation for the deaths of 12 Turkish soldiers in Iraq over the weekend.

26/12/2023

Gaza

Lose a limb or risk death? Gaza's war-wounded face hard decisions

The World Health Organization (WHO) says amputations have become commonplace during the war between Israel and Hamas. More than 54,500 war wounded in Gaza have to face heart-wrenching choices.

26/12/2023

Business

Nvidia raises $15 million to help civilians hit by Israel-Hamas war

Thousands of employees from more than 30 countries donated to what is called the biggest fundraising in the company's 30-year-old history.

26/12/2023

Gaza

Living conditions for refugees worsen as winter cold arrives in Gaza

Displaced Gazans in the besieged Palestinian enclave grapple with cold weather and a lack of basic necessities.

25/12/2023

Israel

Netanyahu: Israel paying 'heavy price' for war

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says his side have paid a "heavy price" for the war in Gaza; following one of its deadliest weekends of fighting so far.

24/12/2023

Gaza

Fighting in Gaza continues despite UN Security Council resolution

Israeli strikes and ground fighting continued on Saturday in the Gaza Strip following the UN Security Council resolution that approved aid without an appeal for a ceasefire.

23/12/2023

Gaza

Rescue officials: 76 members of one Gaza family died in Israeli strike

More than half a million people in Gaza — a quarter of the population — are starving, according to a report this week from the United Nations and other agencies.

23/12/2023

Turkey

More than 300 people arrested in Turkey for alleged ISIS links

The arrests were part of the “Hero-34” operation across 32 Turkish cities.

22/12/2023

Partner content

Life-long memories: how the Red Sea Resort is embracing regenerative travel

Partner content presented by Red Sea Global

With a focus on renewable energy, the Red Sea Resort is embracing regenerative travel and taking it to new levels.

22/12/2023

Gaza

Hamas: No more hostages freed until Israel stops attacking Gaza

These are all the latest developments from the Israel-Hamas war this Friday.

22/12/2023

Partner content

Sharjah: Is this the new start-up capital of the Middle East?

Partner content presented by Sharjah Govt Media Bureau

As 2023 draws to a close, the UAE emirate of Sharjah continues to lay foundations as a world-class business destination.

21/12/2023

Gaza

Gaza death toll reaches 20,000 as UN ceasefire vote postponed

Around 300 Palestinians have died each day on average since the conflict began, excluding the seven-day ceasefire, according to Gaza's health ministry.

21/12/2023

Cyprus

Israeli foreign minister wants to fast-track aid to Gaza via Cyprus

Israel wants to fast-track the delivery of humanitarian aid to Gaza through a maritime corridor from Cyprus, the country's foreign minister said on Wednesday.

20/12/2023

Economy

New risk to inflation? Cost of the Red Sea attacks on global trade

Higher shipping costs and longer delivery times bring a new risk to global inflation.

20/12/2023

Gaza

UN vote on Israel Hamas war resolution postponed again

All the latest developments from the Israel Hamas war.

20/12/2023

Climate

Meet the young people who face a future as climate migrants

What does climate mobility mean? Young Africans and Pacific Islanders share their thoughts from the frontlines at COP28.

19/12/2023

Europe Decoded

Israel Hamas war: Are brand boycotts based on accurate info?

Starbucks and Zara, among others, have faced boycotts for allegedly supporting Israel. However, are some of these calls fueled by disinformation?

19/12/2023

Israel

Starvation used as a weapon by Israel in Gaza occupation, report says

Human Rights Watch accuses Israel of war crimes, alleging the use of starvation as a method of warfare in Gaza, obstructing essential resources, and urging international intervention to address the deepening humanitarian crisis.

18/12/2023

Scenes

Meet the mural artists adding vibrancy to Qatar’s cityscape

In partnership with Media City

"What is beautiful about this type of art, the art of street art painting, is that people enjoy this art throughout the year, they're walking, driving, or going to work."

18/12/2023

Partner content

Sharjah’s hidden gems: The inside scoop on food, nature and family-friendly attractions

Partner content presented by Sharjah Govt Media Bureau

Rich biodiversity, ancient recipes and rolling red dunes – it’s little wonder Sharjah is quickly becoming the beating cultural heart of the UAE.

18/12/2023

Israel

Israel Hamas war: Civilians loot aid trucks at Rafah crossing

All the latest developments from the Israel Hamas war.

18/12/2023