Iraq Sets New Path for Militia Disarmament as US Troop Withdrawal Nears
Iraq is preparing a new approach to bringing powerful armed groups under government control as Baghdad faces growing pressure to...
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UNICEF Warns Renewed Conflict in Yemen Deepens Humanitarian Crisis for Millions of Children
Amman: The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has warned that renewed hostilities in Yemen are creating severe humanitarian challenges for...
Israel and Lebanon Begin Washington Talks on Border Framework
Washington: Israeli and Lebanese representatives have begun discussions in Washington aimed at addressing unresolved issues between the two neighboring countries...
Iranian Commercial Vessel Hit Near Qeshm Island, Leaving One Dead
A commercial vessel came under attack near Iran’s Qeshm Island on Sunday, leaving one person dead and three others injured,...
Trump Revives Proposal to Rename Strait of Hormuz as ‘Trump Strait’
Washington: U.S. President Donald Trump has proposed calling the strategically important Strait of Hormuz the “Trump Strait”, making the unusual...
Trump Revives Proposal to Rename Strait of Hormuz as ‘Trump Strait’
Washington: U.S. President Donald Trump has proposed calling the strategically important Strait of Hormuz the “Trump Strait”, making the unusual...
Saudi Arabia Says Houthi Missiles and Drones Targeted Three Cities
Riyadh: Tensions between Saudi Arabia and Yemen's Houthi movement have intensified after the Saudi-led coalition said Houthi forces launched ballistic...
Israel Strike in Northern Gaza Kills Four, Including Two Children
JERUSALEM — An Israeli strike in northern Gaza's Beit Lahiya killed at least four people, including two children, according to...
Qatar Expands Military and Security Career Pathways for Women
DOHA — Qatar is expanding opportunities for Qatari women to enter military and security careers through specialised academic and professional...
Saudi Arabia Warns of Heavy Rain and Flash-Flood Risk Across Western Regions
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s National Center for Meteorology has issued a weather warning for parts of the Kingdom’s western and...
UAE President Begins Landmark Germany Visit as Both Countries Seek Deeper Investment and Technology Ties
BERLIN — United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan is in Germany for a state visit aimed...
Trump Warns Iran Over Activity at Strategic Pickaxe Mountain Site
WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a fresh warning to Iran after what he described as new activity...
Saudi Arabia Expands Digital Government Services Through New AI and Data Initiatives
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia is accelerating the digital transformation of government services as authorities expand the use of artificial intelligence,...
UAE Launches Major AI Transformation of Government Services
ABU DHABI — The United Arab Emirates is moving ahead with one of its most ambitious government-technology programmes, placing artificial...
Fuel Tanker Explosion in Western Iran Kills 11 and Injures Seven
A deadly road accident in western Iran has left 11 people dead and seven others injured after a fuel tanker...
Fuel Tanker Explosion in Western Iran Kills 11 and Injures Seven
A deadly road accident in western Iran has left 11 people dead and seven others injured after a fuel tanker...
Fuel Tanker Explosion in Western Iran Kills 11 and Injures Seven
A deadly road accident in western Iran has left 11 people dead and seven others injured after a fuel tanker...
Fuel Tanker Explosion in Western Iran Kills 11 and Injures Seven
A deadly road accident in western Iran has left 11 people dead and seven others injured after a fuel tanker...
Israel Cuts Interest Rate to 3.25% as Inflation Moderates
Israel's central bank has reduced its benchmark interest rate to 3.25%, citing moderating inflation and the continued recovery of economic...
Dubai to Host GISEC Global 2026 as AI Reshapes the Cybersecurity Landscape
The United Arab Emirates is preparing to host GISEC Global 2026 in Dubai, bringing together international cybersecurity leaders, technology experts...
Saudi Arabia Advances Six Industrial Investment Projects Worth SAR 2.8 Billion
Saudi Arabia is moving ahead with six new investment opportunities in the water sector, with projects carrying a combined investment...
UAE Launches National Programme for Advanced Sciences and Technologies
The United Arab Emirates has announced a new National Programme for Advanced Sciences and Technologies, reinforcing the country's strategy to...
Saudi Arabia Expands Digital Government Services as 62 Agencies Complete Tawakkalna Integration
Saudi Arabia has reached a major milestone in its digital-government programme after 62 government entities completed the integration of their...
New Settler Attack in West Bank Village of Qusra Leaves Palestinian Residents Trapped Inside Home
Tensions escalated again in the occupied West Bank on Saturday after dozens of masked Israeli settlers surrounded a Palestinian home...
New Settler Attack on Palestinian Home Raises Tensions in West Bank’s Qusra
QUSRA, West Bank, August 29, 2026: Tensions escalated again in the occupied West Bank village of Qusra on Saturday after...
Iran’s Economy Faces Mounting Pressure as War and US Sanctions Shrink Foreign Trade
Iran is confronting a deepening economic crisis as the prolonged conflict with the United States, intensified sanctions and restrictions on...
Gaza Ceasefire Under Pressure as Fresh Israeli Strikes Kill Palestinians Amid Peace Efforts
Gaza City, August 28, 2026: Hopes for a lasting end to the Gaza conflict are facing another serious test after...
Syria’s Kurdish-Led SDF Dissolves After Merger With Syrian Army in Major National Unity Move
AI Generated Photo Damascus, August 28, 2026: Syria has taken a major step toward consolidating military authority after the Kurdish-led...
Gaza Ceasefire Under Pressure as Israeli Strikes Continue Amid Fresh Diplomatic Efforts
AI Generated Photo Gaza, August 28, 2026: The fragile ceasefire in Gaza is facing renewed pressure as Israeli military strikes...
Iran and Oman Push for Temporary Shipping Corridor Through Strait of Hormuz
Iran and Oman are moving ahead with discussions aimed at creating a temporary maritime corridor through the Strait of Hormuz,...
China and Jordan Discuss Middle East Crisis and Palestinian Issue in Beijing
BEIJING, August 25, 2026 — Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held talks with Jordanian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister...
US Moves to End 47-Year Terrorism Designation on Syria
President Donald Trump participates in a joint press conference alongside Ukranian President Volodymyr Zelensky at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, Florida,...
Netanyahu Reaffirms Opposition to Palestinian State, Warns Against Iranian Influence
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu signs the guest book in the Roosevelt Room of the White House, Monday, September 29,...
Turkey Seeks Interpol Red Notice for Netanyahu Over Gaza Aid Flotilla Case
August 22, 2026 Türkiye has moved to seek an Interpol Red Notice for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as part...
Strait of Hormuz Explained: Why One Narrow Waterway Can Affect the World Economy
Symbolic Photo The Strait of Hormuz is one of the most important maritime passages on Earth. Although it is a...
