Tired of being sidelined and excluded, an Israeli-Arab Knesset member flashes willingness to deal with Netanyahu and rethink role of Israeli-Arabs in parliament.
Source: Al Monitor
Full Article: Israeli-Arab Knesset member sparks controversy with outreach to Netanyahu
Egypt: Authorities arrest a staff member of prominent human rights organization in reprisal for a meeting with diplomats
Responding to the arbitrary arrest of Mohamed Basheer, the Administrative Manager at the Egyptian Initiative for Personal Rights (EIPR), over bogus charges, Philip Luther, Amnesty International’s Middle East and North Africa Research and Advocacy Director said:..
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Full Article: Egypt: Authorities arrest a staff member of prominent human rights organization in reprisal for a meeting with diplomats
Major escalation as rockets from Ethiopia target Eritrea’s capital
At least three rockets were fired at Eritrea’s capital from Ethiopia on Saturday night, five regional diplomats said, a major escalation of an 11-day conflict pitting Ethiopian federal troops against local forces in the northern Tigray region.At least two of the rockets hit the Asmara airport, three diplomats said.For all the latest headlines, follow our Google News channel online or via the app.With most communications down in Tigray and Eritrea, Reuters could not independently confirm the strikes.Officials on both sides could not immediately be reached.Tigray’s leader, Debretsion Gebremichael, said on Tuesday that Eritrea had sent troops across the border in support of Ethiopian government forces but provided no evidence.Eritrea’s Foreign Minister Osman Saleh Mohammed denied this at the time, telling Reuters: “We are not part of the conflict.”Eritrea and Ethiopia signed a peace deal two years ago, but Isaias Afwerki’s government in Asmara remains hostile to the Tigrayan leadership after its role in a devastating 1998-2000 war.Late on Friday rockets were fired at two airports in Ethiopia’s Amhara state, which has sent troops into Tigray in support of Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, in what Tigray’s ruling party said was retaliation for government air strikes against their region.Read more: Airports near Ethiopia's Tigray state attacked with rockets, government saysEthiopia says Tigray conflict to end shortly; US condemns civilian deaths
Source: Al Arabiya
Full Article: Major escalation as rockets from Ethiopia target Eritrea’s capital
UAE-Israel relations: Dubai’s Fresh Market opens first-ever Israeli produce display
The Fresh Market in Dubai’s Ras al-Khor opened on Saturday its first ever Israeli produce display as part of the two countries’ efforts to establish diplomatic and business links, the Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported.The Fresh Market, an UAE-based grocery chain, plays a key role in positioning Dubai as a regional hub for trading and the sale of local and imported produce, according to WAM.For all the latest headlines follow our Google News channel online or via the app.“Together with our colleagues in Dubai, we are beginning to see the ‘fruits of peace’ today. The export of fresh agricultural products from Israel to the UAE market has a significant advantage because of the geographical closeness and the speed with which the products can be transported directly to markets in the UAE and beyond,” Shlomi Fogel, Chairman of Carmel Agrexco, told WAM.The United Arab Emirates and Israel in September signed a historic bilateral agreement, called the Abrahams Accord, at the White House in Washington.Along with establishing diplomatic relations, the UAE and Israel agreed to promote investment and tourism, as well as launch direct flights connecting the two countries.Direct flights between the UAE and Israel are set to start on November 26 through Dubai-based airline Flydubai.Read more:UAE-Israel ministers team up to establish anti-crime programs, safety servicesUAE-Israel direct flights to start November 26First Emirati passenger plane lands in Israel from UAE
Source: Al Arabiya
Full Article: UAE-Israel relations: Dubai’s Fresh Market opens first-ever Israeli produce display
UAE to grant ‘golden’ 10-year visas to certain professionals, degree-holders, student
The United Arab Emirates will begin granting a 10-year “golden” visa to residents in certain professions or those with specialized degrees, high school students living in the country, and university students with a GPA of 3.8 or higher, the ruler of Dubai announced on Sunday.The announcement is the latest in a string of new programs aimed at attracting people to the Emirates, as well as improving living standards for expatriates in the country.For all the latest headlines follow our Google News channel online or via the app.All residents who hold a doctorate degree, medical doctors, and computer, electronics, programming, electrical, and biotechnology engineers can apply for the special visa, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al-Maktoum said.Degree holders in Artificial Intelligence (AI), big data, or epidemiology and viruses are also eligible, he added.The move comes as part of the UAE’s mission to foster young talent and attract highly-skilled professionals to the country, Sheikh Mohammed said.In the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, Dubai in October began offering individuals and families a new “Dubai Virtual Working Program” that allows individuals and families to live in the UAE for a year while working abroad.Over 200 doctors treating COVID-19 patients were also granted permanent Golden Residency visas for their efforts in the fight against the novel coronavirus.In September, Dubai announced the launch of the “Retire in Dubai” program that offers resident expatriates and foreigners above the age of 55 to apply for a retirement visa.In 2018, the UAE announced that it would be granting residency visas of up to 10 years for investors and professionals and their families in addition to grade ‘A’ students.Read more:Coronavirus: Dubai awards permanent 'Golden Residency' visas to 212 COVID-19 doctorsDubai introduces 1-year, ‘work from home visa’ for foreigners with jobs abroadDubai announces ‘retirement visa’ scheme for resident expatriates, foreignersUAE offers 10-year residence visas for top professionals, investors and students
Source: Al Arabiya
Full Article: UAE to grant ‘golden’ 10-year visas to certain professionals, degree-holders, student
Coronavirus: Dubai to allow limited crowds at sporting events
Crowds at sporting events in Dubai will be allowed to return at 30 percent capacity, Dubai Sports Council announced on Sunday.The move has been approved by the Executive Council of the Emirate of Dubai and the Emirate’s Supreme Committee for Crisis and Disaster Management.Visit our dedicated coronavirus site here for all the latest updates.Dubai has hosted several sporting events in recent months, including the Indian Premier League cricket tournament, and the latest easing of regulations paves the way for further sporting activity.Dubai Sports Council said it is liaising with a number of National Olympic Committees around the world in hopes of attracting training camps for athletes in preparation for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games (scheduled to be held in the summer of 2021).Seven Asian football teams also plan to set up training camps in the emirate in preparation for the World Cup qualifiers in 2022 and the 2023 AFC Asian Cup.There are also plans in place for an Israeli cycling team to set up a training camp.The Dubai Government’s media office said on its website that “hundreds of events will be organized in various sports and regions,” following the announcement.A number of high-profile sporting events in the United Arab Emirates have been canceled or postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic.Read more:Coronavirus: Dubai closes gyms, gaming centers, spring campsCoronavirus: Dubai Rugby Sevens canceled for first time in 51 years due to COVID-19Coronavirus: Dubai suspends theme parks, cinemas, night clubs, concerts
Source: Al Arabiya
Full Article: Coronavirus: Dubai to allow limited crowds at sporting events
Saudi Arabia’s Hail sees unusual weather with heavy rain, snow, thunderstorms
Saudi Arabia’s Hail, located in the Kingdom’s north-western region, has been seeing unusual weather this month with bouts of heavy rain, snow, and thunderstorms.Videos circulating on social media showed thick dark clouds enveloping the sky and blocks of snow on the ground.For all the latest headlines follow our Google News channel online or via the app.In one video, camels were seen running through the snow-covered desert as it rained.The General Directorate of Saudi Civil Defense issued weather warnings for several regions throughout the Kingdom last week, including Hail, Asir, and the Eastern Province.Read more:Guinness World Records confirms al-Ahsa Oasis largest in the worldSaudi Arabia launches green campaign to plant 10 mln trees in seven monthsSale of falcon fetches record $170,000 in Saudi Arabia’s annual 45-day auction
Source: Al Arabiya
Full Article: Saudi Arabia’s Hail sees unusual weather with heavy rain, snow, thunderstorms
How will US removal of Turkestan Islamic Party from terrorism list affect Syrian file?
The Turkestan Islamic Party, which is mainly made up of fighters from the Uighur minority in China and is one the largest non-Syrian fighting group in Idlib, has been removed from the US terrorist exclusion list.
Source: Al Monitor
Full Article: How will US removal of Turkestan Islamic Party from terrorism list affect Syrian file?
Azerbaijan extends Armenian pullout deadline from disputed area
Baku has agreed to allow Armenian civilians and troops more time to leave the Kalbajar district of Azerbaijan..
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Full Article: Azerbaijan extends Armenian pullout deadline from disputed area
HMC to open ‘revolutionary’ diabetes clinic – Doha News
The new clinic could help people reverse diabetes..
Source: Albawaba
Full Article: HMC to open ‘revolutionary’ diabetes clinic – Doha News