Why are Iranian economists worried about Clinton and Trump?
Among all the US presidential candidates, the Democratic contender Bernie Sanders was certainly a favorite of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the prominent Iranian economist…
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Islamic State suspects held in Turkey over transgender attack plot
Three suspected Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) militants were arrested in Istanbul late on June 17 after a tip-off that they had…
Israel stresses direct talks as EU ministers endorse French initiative
The European Union Foreign Ministers Council has adopted a resolution backing the French peace initiative to resolve the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. “The Council welcomes the Joint…
Emirati raises UAE flag at World’s Seven Summits
Sheikh Mohammed Al Thani is one of just 350 mountaineers in the world who have conquered the Seven Summits Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdullah Al Thani,…
Bahrainis condemned Iranian commander for his threats
Bahrainis have dismissed a warning by Qasem Sulaimani, the commander of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards, saying that it was merely more evidence of his country’s blatant…
Dubai and Abu Dhabi still among most expensive cities for expats
Dubai and Abu Dhabi remain firmly entrenched among the most expensive cities in the world for expats, with the strong dollar being the primary factor…
Peugeot-Citroen resumes partnership with Iran
The French carmaker Peugeot-Citroen (PSA) has announced its return to Iran under a €400m joint venture with its old partner Iran Khodro in Tehran that…
Egyptian court refused to give Red Sea islands to Saudi Arabia
An Egyptian court has reversed a decision to hand over two Red Sea islands to Saudi Arabia. Tuesday’s verdict by the highest administrative court in…
Israel returns stolen sarcophagi to Egypt
Two ancient Egyptian sarcophagus covers were delivered to Cairo’s Egyptian Museum Tuesday after Israel confiscated them from smugglers and returned them to Egypt. Antiquities Minister…
Saudi Arabia, the world’s number five oil consumer
Never let it be said that the Saudis aren’t doing their fair share to boost oil prices. The last two meetings of the Organization of the…