Cargo ship sunk by Houthis poses environmental risk, says US military
Yemen's government also said earlier Saturday that the ship which was departed UAE and was bound for the Bulgarian port...Geostrategy
Israel accepts ceasefire deal with Hamas: US official
A senior US official told reporters that the framework agreement envisages a six-week cessation of hostilities, which could begin immediately...Geostrategy
UN urges ceasefire in Yemen’s Marib for ‘safe passage’
The security situation has been particularly difficult in Marib's Abdiya district, where the UN says the movement of aid and...Many displaced people have been caught in the line of fire in Marib, home to around 2.2 million refugees.
The Huthis began a big push to seize Marib in February and, after a lull, they renewed their campaign in September.
Blinken says US committed to the defense of Saudi Arabia
The US sees Saudi Arabia as a vital partner and America is committed to the defense of the Kingdom, US...Prince Faisal also praised the strong partnership between the two allies
“Our relationship has delivered immense value for both of our countries, but not just for us, also for the region and for the world”
Microsoft shuttering LinkedIn in China as rules tighten
The US-based company will replace LinkedIn in China with an application dedicated to applying for jobs but without the networking...LinkedIn was given a deadline by Chinese internet regulators to better oversee content on the site.
Aside from being a venue for finding jobs, LinkedIn is a place for exchanges over business developments or news.
Lebanon: US calls for de-escalation, UN impartial probe into port blast
Heavy fighting claimed at least six lives and left dozens wounded in Lebanon's capital Thursday as an escalation of tensions...The unrest broke out after shots were fired at a rally organized by Hezbollah and Amal movements.
The rally was held against judge Tarek Bitar, who is investigating the last year's massive blast at Beirut port.
UAE discusses trade partnership with South Korea
The UAE and South Korea have discussed the prospect of pursuing a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement to strengthen economic ties,...The negotiation process for this agreement is set to begin soon
It is expected to cover issues like market access to goods and services, ecommerce, and carbon neutrality
Iraq’s Sadr must work with pro-Iran groups to choose PM
Firebrand cleric Moqtada Sadr may be Iraq's big election winner but he will still have to haggle with his opponents,...The political maverick had initially vowed to boycott the polls but then sent his movement into the race
The Fatah (Conquest) Alliance, Hashed's political wing, lost more than half of its 48 deputies
EU envoy on nuclear talks meets Iran deputy minister
The talks came a day after US Secretary of State Antony Blinken warned of "other options" if diplomacy failed.The 2015 nuclear deal gave Iran sanctions relief in return for curbs on its nuclear activities
But it has been on life support since 2018, when then US president Donald Trump unilaterally pulled out
Qatar distributes much-needed aid in besieged Gaza
Qatari support is considered a crucial lifeline for impoverished Palestinians living in Gaza, which has been under Israeli blockade since...The $100 handouts would be provided to 95,000 needy families through the UN, said Qatari envoy Mohammed al-Emadi.
The UN's special coordinator for the Middle East peace process said the distribution would continue "throughout this week".
Beirut rocked as violence hits port blast rally
Heavy fire rang out as ambulances rushed the wounded through the deserted streets, a few blocks from the Palace of...According to Interior Minister Bassam Mawlawi, at least six people were killed, all of them by gunfire.
The Court of Cassation earlier turned down a lawsuit filed by two ex-ministers demanding Bitar's replacement.
Jordan to get $11m from US to stem water loss
The Water Authority of Jordan has signed an agreement with USAID in this regard in the third phase of a...The deal is aimed at reducing water loss in Maan Governorate in southern Jordan
The agreement is the third phase of a five-year $152-million Fixed Amount Reimbursement Agreement
