US defence and intelligence officials are increasingly alarmed that an Israeli invasion of Lebanon could escalate regional tensions, potentially drawing in Russia and solidifying its military cooperation with Iran. This concern stems from recent intelligence assessments suggesting that Moscow is contemplating enhancing
Israel has announced the evacuation of 68 sick and injured children from Gaza to Egypt, accompanied by their caregivers. This operation was facilitated through the Israel-controlled Kerem Shalom crossing. According to the Israeli military body responsible for Palestinian civilian affairs, known as
The Middle East is teetering on the brink of a potentially devastating conflict as tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, the Iran-backed Lebanese movement, continue to rise. Recent developments have sparked fears of a full-scale war, with cross-border attacks increasing and both parties
Iraq witnessed widespread protests driven by severe power shortages, which have ignited public frustration over the government’s handling of basic services. Demonstrations erupted across the country, with more than 35 protests taking place primarily in the southern provinces of Thi Qar, al-Muthanna,
The Middle East stands on the brink of a potentially devastating conflict as tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, the Iran-backed Lebanese movement, escalate. Recent developments have heightened fears of a full-scale war, with cross-border attacks intensifying and both sides preparing for potential
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has arrived in the Middle East on his latest visit, focusing on Washington’s Gaza ceasefire proposal and the future of the Palestinian territory post-war. On Monday, Blinken met with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi in Cairo,
Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed that Israel can “stand-alone” after the US warned that arms shipments could be halted if he orders a full-scale invasion of Rafah in Gaza. Thousands have already fled the southern city after the Israeli military began what it
Saudi Arabia is set to open the Middle East’s largest water-themed park, a groundbreaking facility located in Qiddiya City. The Qiddiya Investment Company (QIC) Board of Directors announced the new attraction, named ‘Aquarabia.’ Aquarabia will feature four unique record-breaking structures: the world’s
Saudi Aramco, the world's largest oil company, announced a first-quarter net profit of $27.27 billion on Tuesday, marking a 14.5 percent decline from the previous year, as the Gulf kingdom maintained production cuts to stabilize oil prices amidst global market fluctuations.
Turkey has suspended all trade with Israel in response to its offensive in Gaza, citing the “worsening humanitarian tragedy” in the region. The Turkish Trade Ministry announced that the suspension would remain in effect until Israel allows an “uninterrupted and sufficient flow”
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reaffirmed his commitment to launching a ground assault on Rafah in southern Gaza, despite ongoing truce negotiations aimed at reaching a ceasefire. On Tuesday, Netanyahu stated that Israel would destroy Hamas’ battalions in Rafah “with or
The latest clash in the longstanding rivalry between Israel and Iran appears to be at a temporary standstill. Israel has yet to officially confirm responsibility for the recent attack in Iran, which occurred early Friday morning. Meanwhile, Iran’s leaders have downplayed the
A senior Hamas delegation is traveling to Egypt for negotiations aimed at pausing or potentially ending Israel’s military operations in Gaza, even as a ground invasion of Rafah in southern Gaza appears imminent. Led by Khalil al-Hayya, the deputy head of Hamas
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has made a renewed and urgent call for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, emphasizing the need to “silence the guns.” Speaking from the Egyptian side of the Rafah crossing, Guterres highlighted the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza and
Renewed fears of violence spreading to Jerusalem during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan are growing, as efforts to establish a truce between Israel and Hamas remain unresolved. The tension is particularly focused on the al-Aqsa Mosque, one of Islam’s holiest sites,
On Wednesday, the families and friends of Israeli hostages began a significant march from the Nova festival site, where Hamas gunmen attacked on October 7, to Jerusalem. The site, near Kibbutz Re’im, was the location of a massacre, with hundreds killed and
Tehran unveiled two new air defense systems on Saturday: the Arman anti-ballistic missile system and the Azarakhsh low-altitude air defense system. The announcement was made by state media amid heightened tensions in the Middle East due to the ongoing war between Israel
Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, visiting Iran on Tuesday, claimed that Israel is experiencing “unprecedented political isolation,” following the UN Security Council’s call for a ceasefire in the Gaza conflict. Speaking at a news conference in Tehran after meeting with Iranian Foreign Minister
Tehran( Parliament Politics Magazine) — Iran unveiled two new air defense systems on Saturday, according to state media, as tensions in the Middle East remain high due to the ongoing Israel-Hamas war in Gaza. “The Arman anti-ballistic missile system and the Azarakhsh
At a United Nations Security Council debate, Saudi Arabia’s Deputy Foreign Minister Waleed el-Khereji advocated for the creation of an independent Palestinian state to safeguard Palestinian rights. He condemned the forced displacement of Palestinians and rejected Israel’s claims of self-defense as justification
Iran’s Foreign Minister, Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, warned that attacks by the “Axis of Resistance” against Israel and its interests will continue if the conflict in Gaza does not end. Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, he stressed that the resolution of
Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, criticized calls for a ceasefire in Gaza made by Muslim countries, stating that these efforts are misguided. Instead, he urged Islamic nations to cut off their political and economic relations with Israel. Khamenei emphasized that advocating for
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The news was officially announced by the state’s official, Amiri Diwan of Kuwait, the royal court, in an official statement read out on state television. “With great sadness and sorrow, we mourn… the death of Sheikh Nawaf
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Even though Australia and India’s relationship is becoming closer, as demonstrated by the Second Australia-India 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue, for example, both Canberra and Delhi are beginning to realize that trilateral groups can be an even more effective
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been discharged from hospital after emergency surgery to fit a pacemaker. Mr Netanyahu had been admitted to the Sheba Medical Centre on Saturday night. His hospitalisation came ahead of a key vote expected in parliament on
In the early morning haze, women dressed in black and men with grim expressions gather in Cairo’s centuries-old Sayyida Nafisa cemetery. But they are not here to bury their relatives. They are here to exhume them. “This is a double trauma,” says
There is poignant African proverb of the Kikuyu people that “When the elephants fight, the grass gets trampled.’ Few places illustrate the power of that proverb better than Sudan, it being axiomatic that when powerful forces go to war, it’s their people
Dubai’s use of biometric technology to fight crime sounds like a scene straight out of a Jack Reacher Novel or an idea that Jake Peralta from Brooklyn 99 might have. However, the technology is proving to be highly efficient. The Dubai
A partner of former MEP Antonio Panteri and the Fight Impunity organization who are the protagonists of the Qatargate scandal affecting the European Parliament, Marie Arena is the target of investigators. “Three hundred and eighty-nine. Former MEP Antonio Panzeri and his successor
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The year 1973 became clear in the economic history of the Middle East. Surprisingly, the price of Arabian Light, which is crude oil, was $3.01 per barrel. As the war broke down between Arab and Israel, the
London, (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Last Sunday the nation paused to reflect on the past service and sacrifices of those who served their country. I was one of many thousands of veterans who proudly wore our services medals at remembrance services conducted
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) –The Iraq war was one of the most talked about issues. It started on March 19, 2003, and started with a strike against a location where Iraqi President Saddam Hussein and top lieutenants were supposed to meet. This
Westminster, (Parliament Politics Magazine) – With the war in Ukraine and domestic economic and political turmoil dominating our news cycle, it is all too easy for the continuing devastation of Yemen to be forgotten. My own happy memories of this wonderful country are
TEHRAN (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Video from western Kurdistan province of Iran has surfaced, which looks to be showing a white pick-up truck firing at people as they run. There are loud booms as people flee, and the truck is chasing them.
TEHRAN (Parliament Politics Magazine) – In retaliation to Tehran’s alleged sale of drone technology to Russia, Ukraine has started expelling Iranian students from the nation, Middle East Eye found out. Iranian students informed MEE that this was the justification given by Ukrainian
JERUSALEM (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Israeli official says Israel will reject Lebanon’s amendments to a US-drafted proposal on resolving a protracted dispute on the maritime border over gas-rich waters off the countries’ Mediterranean coasts, casting into question years of diplomatic efforts to
BEIRUT (Parliament Politics Magazine) – As negotiations progress with Israel, the U.S. envoy to Lebanon offered a proposal on Saturday for a maritime border demarcation to caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati and President Michel Aoun. Since Israel’s founding in 1948, Israel and
TEHRAN (Parliament Politics Magazine) – In an effort to “severely restrict” Iranian petrochemical and oil exports, the Biden government has launched a fresh round of sanctions against Iran. They promise to impose monetary penalties on a “regular basis.” The US accuses a
ABU DHABI (Parliament Politics Magazine) – On Sunday, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Germany reached an “energy security” agreement for the supply of liquefied natural gas (LNG) and diesel as Berlin looks for alternative energy sources to Russia. At a signing
RIYADH (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Despite criticism of the kingdom’s human rights record, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz began a two-day Gulf visit on Saturday with a stop in Saudi Arabia where he hopes to close new energy deals. The governor of the
ANKARA (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Recep Tayyip Erdogan, the president of Turkey, stated on Thursday that he too wanted grain from Russia to be exported. He. further said that Vladimir Putin was correct to express his displeasure that grain from Ukraine under
RIYADH (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Gulf Arab nations are asking that Netflix remove any material that they perceive to be against Islamic and societal norms. The six-member Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Saudi Arabia’s media watchdog issued a statement on Tuesday threatening
JERUSALEM (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Following a widespread backlash against the regulations, which at first included requirements that foreigners inform authorities in Israel within 30 days of beginning a relationship with a Palestinian resident, Israel has postponed implementing the set of newly
ANKARA (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Turkish president, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, threatened military action and warned that Greece would pay a “heavy price” if it persisted in harassing Turkish fighter jets over the Aegean. Long-standing maritime and aerial boundary disputes between the two
DOHA (Parliament Politics Magazine) – According to the Global Sustainability Assessment System, the FIFA World Cup venue Stadium 974 received a five-star rating, reported the Qatar News Agency. The venue has a capacity of 40,000-capacity. Prefabricated and modular steel components, which cut
DOHA (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The tiny Gulf nation of Qatar is getting ready to receive over a million soccer fans as it prepares for a World Cup tourism boom. One problem: many of them are unable or unwilling to stay there.
TEHRAN (Parliament Politics Magazine) – According to the Guardian’s report on Tuesday, Iran has been shaken by protests after a woman who was detained for violating recently tightened hijab rules confessed on state television after allegedly being tortured. The 28-year old Sepideh
TEHRAN (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Imminent European proposals to resurrect the nuclear deal between the West and Iran including the release of frozen Iranian funds worth billions of dollars and oil exports in exchange for Iran curtailing its nuclear programme. Sources familiar
BEIRUT (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Najib Mikati, the prime minister-designate of Lebanon, has started a new effort of government formation and ended the protracted political impasse that has engulfed the nation for months. After their Wednesday meeting, President Michel Aoun received a
BEIRUT (Parliament Politics Magazine) – On August 4, 2020, at 6:07 p.m. local time, hundreds of tonnes of dangerously stored ammonium nitrate ignited in Warehouse 12 in the Port of Beirut. The third biggest non-nuclear explosion devastated the port and a whole
