Gen. Frank McKenzie, the Pentagon’s new top military commander in the Middle East, faces the lingering threat of Iran with limited military authorities at his disposal and a wary Congress.
Source: Al Monitor
Full Article: Pentagon’s new Middle East chief fixes sights on Iran threat
Will Gaza contractors be able to resolve their crisis?
The losses incurred in the construction sector in the Gaza Strip since 2007 have prompted the Palestinian Contractors Union to plan a September exhibition with the goal of promoting this sector; success in this endeavor, however, may hinge on the Palestinian Authority.
Source: Al Monitor
Full Article: Will Gaza contractors be able to resolve their crisis?
Arabic death threat note sent to U.S. gov. against Edward Gallagher
Gallagher, who has been accused of war crimes, will go to trial in less than three weeks.
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: Arabic death threat note sent to U.S. gov. against Edward Gallagher
New Political Struggles for Egypt’s Military
The internal debates over new amendments in Egypt reveal the renewed struggle between the president and the military for political dominance. | عربي..
Source: Albawaba
Full Article: New Political Struggles for Egypt’s Military
Israel marks Independence Day with fireworks and foam – photo gallery
The nation celebrated Israel Independence Day with a sky illuminated by fireworks. Israelis also heated up their grills. It is customary to grill on Independence Day.
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: Israel marks Independence Day with fireworks and foam - photo gallery
From the March of the Living to the Parade of Rebirth – watch live
6,000 young people from around the world celebrate Israel's Independence Day.
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: From the March of the Living to the Parade of Rebirth - watch live
Macron defends arms sales to Saudi Arabia, UAE amid Yemen war criticism
France's president claimed the arms export was going to help 'allies in the fight against terrorism' in the face of mounting casualties in Yemen and pressure from rights groups..
Source: Albawaba
Full Article: Macron defends arms sales to Saudi Arabia, UAE amid Yemen war criticism
US aircraft carrier passes Suez Canal on Iran deployment
American aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln passed through the Suez Canal on Thursday, Egyptian authorities said, amid rising tensions between Washington and Tehran..
Source: Albawaba
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Photos: New heart sculpture unveiled in Dubai
The sculpture has been carefully positioned to reflect the sky-high Burj Khalifa..
Source: Albawaba
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Britain hosts Libya's Sarraj for talks amid Tripoli crisis
Fayez al-Sarraj, the head of Libya's internationally recognised government, has been in Europe this week seeking support against an attack on Tripoli by strongman Khalifa Haftar..
Source: Albawaba
Full Article: Britain hosts Libya's Sarraj for talks amid Tripoli crisis