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Israel says forces carrying out ‘offensive action’ in south Lebanon
Israeli forces are carrying out "offensive action" across southern Lebanon, Defence Minister Yoav Gallant said Wednesday without specifying whether ground troops had crossed the border. He also claimed that "half of Hizbollah's commanders in southern Lebanon have been eliminated" in months of violence.The Israeli army said Hizbollah "has established dozens of terror means and infrastructures in the area" to attack Israel
Cross-border exchanges of fire have flared between the Israeli army and Hizbollah since Hamas's October 7 attack on Israel triggered war in Gaza
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Saudi Arabia surpasses homeownership goals, sets sights on 70% by 2030
The kingdom's housing program achieves remarkable success, surpassing targets and reducing waiting times from 15 years to immediate entitlement, revolutionizing residential ownership.Economy
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Iraq's banking sector showcases resilience and progress, led by banks like National Bank of Iraq and Bank of Baghdad. With robust growth fueled by digital innovation and CBI's progressive policies, the sector sets a promising path towards economic growth, emphasizing collaboration and technological advancement for future success, writes Aysegul Ozge Ozgur, Head of Research at Rabee Securities.
"These banks excel not only in financial performance but also in adapting and innovating. Through partnerships with global entities like Mastercard and initiatives like the Trade Bank of Iraq's online banking system, accessibility to financial services has greatly improved," she added.
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Israel pummels Gaza after US approves military aid
US-Israeli relations been strained by Israel's conduct of the war in Gaza and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's determination to send troops into the southern Gazan city of Rafah, where 1.5 million people are sheltering, many in makeshift encampments. Fears are rising that Israel will soon launch an assault on Rafah, which aid groups warn...
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GenAI set to bridge cybersecurity skills gap by 2028
As GenAI narrows cybersecurity skills gap, organizations will prioritize aptitude over specialized education, adapting hiring practices to meet demands of emerging technologies.Business
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Israel thanks US Senate for approving military aid
Israel's foreign minister on Wednesday thanked the US Senate for approving $13 billion in military aid that he said sent a "strong message" to the country's enemies. "I thank the US Senate for passing the Israel aid package tonight with an overwhelming bipartisan majority," Israel Katz posted on social media site X shortly after the...The $13 billion in military aid that he said sent a "strong message" to the country's enemies
The approval comes as the war in Gaza enters its 201st day
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Germany shares observations on Qatar hosting Autonomous e-Mobility Forum
In its efforts toward sustainable transportation, the German embassy is the first diplomatic representation in Doha to utilize an electric vehicle as a staff car.Business
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Exports key target of GCC hydrogen strategies
Clean hydrogen could be bigger than the oil and gas economy for the region, says Jo Bamford, chairman of HYCAP, which invests in net zero and hydrogen economy.Business
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Lebanon’s Hizbollah launched ‘dozens’ of rockets at Israel after civilian deaths
Hizbollah fighters fired "dozens of Katyusha rockets" at northern Israel "as part of the response to the Israeli enemy's attacks on... civilian homes, specifically the horrific massacre in Hanin and the killing and injuring of civilians," the group said in a statement.
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Arabic in demand as non-English content rules market
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Tunisia, Algeria, Libya hold ‘advisory’ meeting to create new regional coalition
The meeting was decided on by Algerian President Abdelmajid Tebboune, Libya's head of presidential council Mohamed Al-Menfi and Tunisian President Kais Saied when they met at an energy summit in Algeria last month. When the meeting was announced, Moroccan media outlets said it had been part of Algeria's aim to form a "Maghreb alliance" against...The coalition is aimed at furthering "security, stability and development throughout the region", Tunisian foreign minister Nabil Ammar said
No leaders from Morocco or Mauritania were present at the meeting, set to take place every three months
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Technology transforms Ramadan traditions across GCC
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Foreign investments boost Saudi financial market
Saudi Arabia's financial market is on an upward trajectory, fueled by substantial foreign investments and strategic economic diversification under Vision 2030.Business
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Water, oil and security on agenda as Erdogan visits Iraq
The Turkish leader met with Iraqi President Abdel Latif Rashid in Baghdad. He told Rashid that Turkey "had expectations of Iraq regarding the fight against the terrorist organization PKK, and that Iraq must be rid of all forms of terrorism", according to his office.
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Feeding fit: Saudi Arabia redefines the poultry sector
In February 2024, Saudi Arabia's poultry industry reached a milestone by producing 100 million kilograms of poultry, thereby setting new benchmarks in the global market.Business
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Rockets fired from Iraq at US-led coalition base in Syria
Rockets were fired late Sunday from northern Iraq at a military base in Syria housing a US-led coalition, according to Iraqi security forces. In response, the Iraqi forces launched a major search operation in northern Nineveh province and found the vehicle used in the attack, they said in a statement. It is the first major...It is the first major attack against the coalition forces in several weeks
The Islamic Resistance in Iraq has said it is acting in solidarity with Palestinians and out of anger at US support for Israel
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The unexplained: Giant Swedish archive logs paranormal phenomena
The Archives for the Unexplained (AFU) claims to be the world's biggest library of paranormal phenomena, with 4.2 kilometers of shelves running underground.Arts & Culture
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Women’s perspectives: Key to problem-solving
As the Director of Admissions and Operations for Georgetown University's Executive MBA Dubai Program, Lara Dajani champions empowering women and bridging cultures.
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