Kerry to meet Palestinian leader Abbas in Paris on Saturday
US Secretary of State John Kerry will meet with Palestinian President Mahmud Abbas in Paris on Saturday to discuss progress toward a two-state solution, the…
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In Netanyahu’s new illustrated world, Israel has just five enemies
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu loves maps. Considering them a helpful tool to illustrate his view of global affairs, he often brings them along to public…
Saudi Arabia Approves New Social Framework to Strengthen Family Cohesion
Saudi Arabia’s Cabinet approved on Monday the establishment of the Council of Family Affairs to improve the status of families in the Kingdom.The new framework…
Turkey’s Erdogan criticises EU over Syria refugee deal
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says the EU has not been “sincere” over an aid deal with Turkey to contain the influx of refugees from…
Turkey captures key Gulen aide after coup attempt
Turkey on Saturday announced the capture of a senior aide to US-based Muslim cleric Fethullah Gulen, who authorities say masterminded the July 15 coup attempt….
Scotland, Wales and N Ireland could demand vote on Brexit terms
The leaders of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland have discussed the possibility of each of the devolved parliaments being given the right to vote on…
European delegation visits EU-funded facilities in Gaza
A European Parliament delegation visited EU-funded infrastructure projects in the water sector in the Gaza Strip on Thursday. The delegation was headed by Jean Arthuis,…
Can Scotland really stop Britain leaving the EU?
In removing Britain from one union, one of Theresa May’s most difficult tasks will be ensuring she does not inadvertently contribute to the break-up of…
Slovakian Foreign Minister: ‘Our people haven’t been exposed to Muslims and they’re frightened’
On this week’s Conflict Zone, Slovakian Foreign Minister Miroslav Lajcak explains why he disagrees with the EU’s refugee quota system and why he rejects accusations…
EU source says Turkey coup “looks well orchestrated”, “not just a few colonels”
A coup attempt in Turkey involves a substantial part of the military and “not just a few colonels”, a European Union source monitoring events in…