December 2018

In a bid to protect national products, Hamas’ Ministry of National Economy in Gaza imposed new taxes on imported goods and banned traders from importing any goods without its consent.…

Recent documents were leaked to the media showing that Hamas spent more than $550,000 for the celebrations of its anniversary, which raised the ire of Gaza government employees who have…

Syria’s internally displaced who found refuge in makeshift camps in Aleppo’s countryside have been badly affected by heavy rainfall with the start of winter, as they lost all their belongings…

The ultra-Orthodox population in Israel is considered poor by economic measurements, but its members do not feel poor in part due to their consumption habits and solidarity networks. Source: Al…

The acquittal verdict of 43 nongovernmental organization workers and the launch of community dialogues on amending a law curbing NGOs pave the way for a new chapter between the regime…

Qatar’s ambassador to the Palestinian territories recently revealed that he has discussed with Israel the idea of building an airport in besieged Gaza. Source: Al Monitor Full Article: Is Qatar's…

Palestinians are losing hope in their government and its institutions, especially after the Palestinian Constitutional Court issued a decision to dissolve the democratically elected Palestinian Legislative Council that represented all…

Clerics who issued fatwas against participation in New Year's celebrations come up against a wave of criticism. Source: Al Monitor Full Article: Iraq's grand Sunni mufti forbids participation in New…

Server specialist INSPUR signs Sariya IT for GCC distribution Source: ITP.net Full Article: Sariya IT and INSPUR sign GCC distribution agreement

Fireworks lit up the skies over Auckland as New Zealand became one of the first countries to welcome the New Year. As the clock struck midnight (1100GMT), colorful fireworks burst…