News 20 Jul 2021 Erdogan, Tatar announce controversial plan to further reopen Cypriot ghost town A controversial plan to partially reopen an abandoned resort area in Cyprus’ buffer zone under the administration of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus threatens to further raise tensions within… Meet the Middle East
News 20 Jul 2021 Iran spokesman says powerful body rejects nuclear deal with US The statement by the spokesman for the moderate government confirmed a push by hard-liners in Tehran to make it impossible for a deal between the outgoing Rouhani government and the… Meet the Middle East
News 20 Jul 2021 Egyptian city loses mango crop to climate change Ismailia was long Egypt's mango growing hub, but climate change is quickly destroying the industry. Source: Al Monitor Full Article: Egyptian city loses mango crop to climate change Meet the Middle East
News 21 Jul 2021 UAE likely partner in Israel's moon mission The funding sources for Israel's ambitious Beresheet 2 have not been divulged, but there are hints that the United Arab Emirates may well be teaming up with Israel on a… Meet the Middle East
News 21 Jul 2021 Egypt plans to build more nuclear power stations Egypt is planning to establish new nuclear projects next to the Dabaa nuclear plant under construction on the north coast, as the Egyptian state heads to produce electricity from renewable… Meet the Middle East
News 21 Jul 2021 Saudi Arabia to again extend residency permits, visas for expats stranded abroad Saudi Arabia will be extending the residency permits and visit visas for expatriates who are stranded abroad due to the coronavirus pandemic until the end of August, the Saudi Press… Meet the Middle East
News 21 Jul 2021 Benjamin Netanyahu Is Fading Away Unlike Trump, Israel’s former leader never built a personality cult—and doesn’t have enough diehard fans to keep his election fraud myth alive.. Source: Albawaba Full Article: Benjamin Netanyahu Is Fading… Meet the Middle East
News 21 Jul 2021 Hajj amid COVID-19: Saudi Arabia implements smart cards for virus-free pilgrimage During this year’s Hajj, Saudi Arabian authorities rolled out electronic ‘Hajj cards’ that allowed pilgrims contactless access to religious sites, accommodation, and transportation.For more coronavirus news, visit our dedicated page.The… Meet the Middle East
News 21 Jul 2021 Saudi women stand guard during Hajj for the first time Inspired by her late father’s career, Mona decided to join the military and the first group of Saudi women soldiers to work in Islam’s holiest sites, where they are helping… Meet the Middle East
News 21 Jul 2021 Dubai shuts down five establishments for violating Covid-19 rules Dubai Municipality also issued fines against two other establishments.. Source: Albawaba Full Article: Dubai shuts down five establishments for violating Covid-19 rules Meet the Middle East