News 27 May 2023 Lebanon vows to take steps to fix finance sector deficiencies, avoid ‘grey listing’ An evaluation report by the Middle East and North Africa Financial Action Task Force said Lebanon was only partially compliant in several categories, including anti-money laundering measures.. Source: Albawaba Full… Meet the Middle East
News 27 May 2023 Iraq’s Kurdish government disrupts Sudani’s budget plans, opposes parliament changes Under the Iraqi constitution, the Kurdish region is entitled to a portion of the national budget. But the arrangement collapsed in 2014 when the Kurds began selling crude independently from… Meet the Middle East
News 27 May 2023 At least three killed in clash on Iran-Afghan border Iran's semi-official Nour News confirmed the death of one Iranian border guard. Source: Jerusalem Post Full Article: At least three killed in clash on Iran-Afghan border Meet the Middle East
News 27 May 2023 Turkey heads to final run-off election – analysis It’s unclear why hope for change vanished after May 14. By any standard, the fact that the party ruling the country for two decades can’t get fifty percent would seem… Meet the Middle East
News 27 May 2023 Massive NATO naval and air defense exercise wraps up in Atlantic – analysis It’s even more important due to the Ukraine conflict which has shown how close conventional wars are now coming to Europe. Source: Jerusalem Post Full Article: Massive NATO naval and… Meet the Middle East
News 27 May 2023 Turkey's Erdogan urges voters to turn out, rival sees 'last exit' The two candidates are aiming to attract some 8 million voters who did not go to the polls in the first round. Source: Jerusalem Post Full Article: Turkey's Erdogan urges… Meet the Middle East
News 27 May 2023 Avi Maoz returns to Israeli government, will head 'Jewish Identity Authority' The move is set to be approved after Maoz voted in favor of the national 2023-2024 budget last week. Source: Jerusalem Post Full Article: Avi Maoz returns to Israeli government,… Meet the Middle East
News 28 May 2023 Opinion | Who Should We Honor on Memorial Day? The commemoration is intended to remember, honor and salute the nation’s fallen service members. But not all of those we should recognize fit neatly into that definition.. Source: Albawaba Full… Meet the Middle East
News 28 May 2023 PSG's Sergio Rico in 'intensive care' following serious horse riding accident The backup goalkeeper is in serious condition after PSG secured the Ligue 1 title on Saturday. Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Sergio Rico is in intensive care following a riding accident. According…..… Meet the Middle East
News 28 May 2023 Five life lessons for students embarking on Years of Culture–EAA Foundation's volunteer trip to Indonesia From the bustling cities to the rural villages, Indonesia is a country with a rich history and many unique cultural practices. Volunteering in Indonesia offers a chance to learn about… Meet the Middle East