News 17 Aug 2025 Israel says it targeted energy infrastructure site used by Houthis near Yemeni capital (Reuters) -The Israeli military said it had targeted an energy infrastructure site that was used by the Iran-aligned Houthis south of the Yemeni capital Sanaa early on Sunday, with Israeli… Meet the Middle East
News 17 Aug 2025 Iranians struggle with GPS disruption after Israel war The streets of Tehran have become a confusing maze for driver Farshad Fooladi amid widespread GPS disruption, still ongoing nearly two months after the end of Iran and Israel's unprecedented… Meet the Middle East
News 17 Aug 2025 Syria’s Sharaa hopes for Kurdish deal to prevent conflict By Suleiman Al-KhalidiAMMAN (Reuters) -Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa has expressed hope that his country would avoid military conflict with U.S.-backed Kurdish forces if efforts to integrate their autonomous administration in… Meet the Middle East
News 17 Aug 2025 Hilltop Youth activists steal terrorist vehicle from outside IDF base – KAN The taxi was reportedly used in the terrorist stabbing attack at the Gush Etzion junction in the West Bank in July, killing one civilian. Source: Jerusalem Post Full Article: Hilltop… Meet the Middle East
News 17 Aug 2025 Hamas influenced UNRWA hiring, operations in Gaza Strip, whistleblower reveals – report A former UNRWA insider says Hamas influenced hiring in Gaza and that UN officials suppressed probes into possible terrorist ties. Source: Jerusalem Post Full Article: Hamas influenced UNRWA hiring, operations… Meet the Middle East
News 17 Aug 2025 'We are screaming for his return': Herzog hosts family of Nepalese Gaza hostage Bipin Joshi Bipin Joshi, a Nepalese agriculture student, was kidnapped by Hamas terrorists on October 7 and still remains in terror captivity in the Gaza Strip. His mother and sister visited Jerusalem… Meet the Middle East
News 17 Aug 2025 LIVE: Over 300,00 Israelis rally for the release of the hostages in Tel Aviv The demonstration came after a day of nationwide strikes and protests. Multiple roads were blocked throughout the day, and many businesses were closed. Source: Jerusalem Post Full Article: LIVE: Over… Meet the Middle East
News 17 Aug 2025 WATCH: 'You are letting us die': Matan Zangauker pleads from Hamas captivity in new video Hostage Matan Zangauker pleads for help in a new Hamas video, detailing abuse, illness, and abandonment while urging Israelis to protest for his release. Source: Jerusalem Post Full Article: WATCH:… Meet the Middle East
News 18 Aug 2025 UAE leaps 27 spots to 16th in global Government Support Index 2025 UAE climbs 27 places to 16th in the 2025 Government Support Index, reflecting strong fiscal policies, transparency, and global competitiveness Source: Arabian Business Full Article: UAE leaps 27 spots to… Meet the Middle East
News 18 Aug 2025 Dubai RTA sets strict safety rules for school buses as new academic year begins RTA calls for full compliance with health, safety, and traffic rules as thousands of students return to schools across Dubai Source: Arabian Business Full Article: Dubai RTA sets strict safety… Meet the Middle East
