Iran vows stronger response if attacked again by US, Israel
It remains unclear how much damage was caused by the US strikes on Tehran's nuclear facilities, which came after Israel...
Geostrategy
The UN, the Palestinians, Israel and a stalled two-state solution
Ever since the partition of Palestine into Jewish and Arab states in 1947, the United Nations has been inextricably linked...
Geostrategy
Geostrategy
Biden’s Arab trip lukewarm, at best
The US president could not dispel the view that the Washington is no longer a reliable ally and he also...
- The US president could not dispel the view that the US is no longer a reliable partner and he also failed to connect at a personal level with the young GCC leaders, say experts
- He publicly invited UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed for a state visit to Washington. 'Why did he not extend the same thing to Mohammed bin Salman?' a professor asks
Geostrategy
UAE, France commit to expand collaboration across all fields
In a joint statement, French President Emmanuel Macron and UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan who visited France...
- They agree to establish a France-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Energy Partnership in a major step to foster energy security and affordability
- The UAE supports global action on food security, and will work with France to find ways to mitigate ongoing pressure on global supply chains
Geostrategy
Opposition leader in Tunisia faces probe over terror charges
The leader of Tunisia's opposition party Ennahdha arrived Tuesday for questioning by an investigating judge at an anti-terror center, just...
- The leader of Tunisia's opposition party Ennahdha is facing an anti-terror probe
- The questioning comes days before a hotly contested constitutional referendum
Geostrategy
Egypt President says world must jointly deal with energy crisis
Egypt's President Abdul Fattah Al-Sisi underscored the importance of coordination and cooperation among all countries of the world to confront...
- Egypt's President Abdul Fattah Al-Sisi said global coordination and cooperation is necessary to deal with the energy crisis
- He said Egypt is determined to coordinate with friendly countries to tackle tension in its neighborhood
Tunisia coastguard says rescued 455 migrants in one night
National guard units in the north, center, east and south thwarted 37 attempts to cross, Tunisia's maritime borders, the National...
- National guard units in the north, center, east and south thwarted 37 attempts to cross, Tunisia's maritime borders, the National Guard said in a statement
- Tunisia is a key departure point for migrants hoping to reach Europe usually Italy and sea crossing attempts tend to increase during spring and summer
Geostrategy
Iran hosts Putin, Erdogan for talks overshadowed by Ukraine war
Iran's president will host his Russian and Turkish counterparts on Tuesday for talks on the Syrian war in a three-way...
- The summit came days after US President Joe Biden visited the Middle East for the first time since taking office, with stops in Iran's regional foes Israel and Saudi Arabia
- All three are involved in Syria, with Iran and Russia supporting the regime of President Bashar al-Assad and Turkey backing rebel forces
Geostrategy
Tunisia soldier dies in border clash with smugglers
A Tunisian soldier was killed Monday on the country's southern border during a clash with smugglers trying to transfer vehicles...
- The vehicle occupants opened fire and the patrol responded, prompting the attackers to flee
- Fuel, food products, electronic equipment and other products are smuggled across the border regions between Libya, Tunisia and Algeria
Geostrategy
Italy PM signs clutch of deal with Algerian president
Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi sealed 15 agreements with Algeria's president Monday, ahead of the expected conclusion of another deal...
- Algeria will also increase gas exports to Italy by four billion cubic metres in the coming days
- Italy buys the majority of its natural gas from abroad, with some 45% of its imports coming from Russia
Infographics
WPS Index: Poor show by most MENA countries
Only the GCC countries score high on the Index that measures women’s inclusion, justice and security in 170 countries. UAE...
- Trends in the WPS Index show that the global advance of women’s status has slowed and disparities have widened across countries, the publishers said.
- Norway was the highest ranking country and Afghanistan the lowest on the Index.
Business
UAE, France discuss diesel supply to Europe
Sheikh Mohamed's visit is expected to conclude with 'the announcement of guarantees given by the UAE on quantities of hydrocarbon...
- A key facet of the trip is likely to be the unveiling of "guarantees given by the UAE on quantities of hydrocarbon supplies to France"
- MOUs and contracts are also expected to be signed in the transport and waste treatment sectors during the three-day visit
Most Read
Revenue from Saudi cinema may exceed $1bn by 2030KSA, UAE play well as e-gaming trends across GCCExclusive: Middle East’s retail sector rides on AR and hybrid shopping to become $600bn digital economyTECOM Group profit soars 13%UAE startups eye Saudi Arabia for growth, expansionSaudi Arabia leads GCC AI healthcare raceDisparity remains as Saudis, Emiratis see wealth gains
Iran vows stronger response if attacked again by US, Israel
It remains unclear how much damage was caused by the US strikes on Tehran's nuclear facilities, which came after Israel...
Geostrategy
Company News
Latest News
Israel strikes Damascus amid soaring regional tensions
According to Syria's defense ministry, Israeli fighter jets carried out strikes "from the direction of the occupied Syrian Golan", targeting...
Geostrategy
India, US at loggerheads over WTO reform at Abu Dhabi talks
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates -- A US-led push to reform the World Trade Organization's embattled dispute settlement system sparked divisions...
Geostrategy
Israel minister says Arab trade ties unfazed by Gaza war
In January, Israel's cabinet approved an additional 55 billion shekels ($15 billion) to meet the cost of the war, while...
Most Read
Geostrategy
US envoy blames Iran, Hizbollah for aiding Houthi attacks
The US special envoy for Yemen, Tim Lenderking, told a Senate subcommittee that Iran was "equipping and facilitating" the Huthi...
- He believes the Yemeni people don't want the Iranians in their country
- The US envoy acknowledged that the rebels have not been deterred
Geostrategy
Tunisian president emphasizes need to bolster security in Arab societies
Tunis, Tunisia--Tunisian President Kais Saied on Monday stressed the need to reach an approach that contributes to enhancing the security...
- The president spoke at the the 41st session of the Arab Interior Ministers Council launched in Tunis, calling for efforts to deal effectively with all security challenges
- Saudi interior minister said the regularly scheduled council meetings "reflects the common awareness of the importance of coordination to confront all the challenges
Geostrategy
Israel’s triple crisis: War, politics and economy
Israel grapples with escalating uncertainty as the Gaza conflict persists, stirring military, political, and economic turmoil alongside rising fears of...
- Israel grapples with escalating uncertainty as the Gaza conflict persists, stirring military, political, and economic turmoil alongside rising fears of financial instability.
- Israel's vital high-tech sector risks losing international investments, while Moody's historic downgrade reflects heightened political risk and eroding state institutions.