Iraq is determined to get Mosul back
Iraq’s Prime MinisterHaider al-Abadi on Monday announced the start of an offensive to retake Mosul, the capital of Islamic State’s so-called caliphate in Iraq. “I…
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Kuwait’s Emir dissolves parliament over security challenges
The emir of Kuwait, Sheikh Sabah al-Ahmad al-Sabah, dissolved the parliament Sunday, paving the way for holding early election. In a decree published by the…
Qatar happy with Daesh leaving 2 Syrian villages
Qatar says it is pleased with The Free Syrian Army (FSA) taking control of two northern Syrian villages from Daesh. According to FSA commanders, the…
Egyptian troops killed in checkpoint attack
At least 12 members of Egypt’s security forces have been killed and six wounded in an attack on a checkpoint in North Sinai province. The…
Greece returns migrants to Turkey
Greece has returned a group of 60 irregular migrants to Turkey, the Greek ministry of public order and citizen protection announced Friday. Afghanistan, Algeria, Iran,…
US: 3 charged with bomb plot on Muslim immigrants
Three members of an anti-Muslim militia on Friday faced charges of conspiring to detonate explosives at an apartment complex where members of a local Somali…
What 100 years of real Arab beauty looks like
Arab beauty has developed in some of the most unexpected ways. From elaborate outfits that showcase our rich artistic heritage to toned down styles that…
Sweden cancels discussion panel on Turkey’s coup bid
A group of local politicians has prevented a discussion panel on Turkey’s July 15 defeated coup in the Swedish capital Stockholm. The Union of European…
Turkey wouldn’t take part in Mosul offensive
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Friday that the country was determined to be a part of the coalition forces in the planned offensive to…
Oil extends gains above $52 on tighter U.S. fuel stocks
Oil climbed further above $52 a barrel on Friday, supported by a drop in U.S. fuel inventories, though gains were kept in check by ample…