Azerbaijan ranks 36th in roads quality rating
Azerbaijan, gaining 4.8 points, ranked 36th in the rating of the quality of roads, according to the Global Competitiveness Index 2017-2018. The rating includes 137…
In Blow to Saudi Arabia, Iraq and Iran Swap Kirkuk Oil
Iraq and Iran have begun exchanging crude oil, the Iranian oil ministry’s news agency SHANA said on Sunday, in a deal that will position Tehran…
Turkey to hold June 24 elections under state of emergency
Turkish nationals head to the polls on June 24 under a state of emergency. The move has drawn criticism both from international organisations and opposition…
UN envoy to Yemen advises Houthis to hand over Hodeidah
The UN’s envoy to Yemen, Martin Griffith, advised the Houthi militias to withdraw from Hodeidah so it can be placed under the UN’s supervision. According…
Dubai Unveils Blockchain-Based Digital Silk Road Project
Dubai has quickly become a hub for blockchain innovation over the past few months. With the backing of the local government, there are a lot of opportunities waiting to…
Is the Queen doing Dubai’s 3-finger salute?
Team Godolphin’s victory at the Epsom Derby earlier this week was celebrated by all, as messages and memes made the rounds on social media. But…
In First, Israel Participates in Major NATO Exercise Near Russia
18,000 soldiers from 19 countries are participating in Saber Strike 18 drill in NATO’s eastern flank as Russia’s military maneuvers are increasingly worrying nearby NATO…
Iranian officers withdraw from Syria’s Tall Rifaat, object Russia, Turkey deal
Iranian officers have withdrawn from Tall Rifaat in the northern countryside of Aleppo and headed to al-Zahraa following a disagreement over a Russian offer to…
Tourist arrested after trash-talking Egypt
A Lebanese tourist who posted a video on Facebook complaining of sexual harassment and conditions in Egypt has been referred to criminal trial and ordered…
Israel injures 55 journalists covering Gaza protests
At least 55 journalists covering ongoing protests on the Gaza Strip have been wounded by Israeli soldiers, the Gaza government said on Sunday. “The number…