With the Islamic State down to its last few miles in Syria, the Pentagon hopes to get the US-backed Syrian Democratic Forces to assist with the American withdrawal.
Source: Al Monitor
Full Article: Pentagon tries to reassure Kurdish allies amid Syria pullout confusion
Is Egyptian parliament encouraging alcohol consumption?
The Egyptian parliament's approval to lift the prohibition of the sale of alcohol in the law on shops has stirred a wide controversy in a country where Sharia is the source of legislation.
Source: Al Monitor
Full Article: Is Egyptian parliament encouraging alcohol consumption?
The PLO is counting its expatriates
The PLO is launching a comprehensive census of Palestinian expatriates to obtain a qualitative database.
Source: Al Monitor
Full Article: The PLO is counting its expatriates
Hamas, Israel fight intelligence war
In light of ongoing investigations with suspected collaborators with Israel, Hamas’ security forces have managed to seize tracking chips Israel allegedly tried to smuggle into the Gaza Strip.
Source: Al Monitor
Full Article: Hamas, Israel fight intelligence war
Iran questions Iraq's promise to import oil despite sanctions
In a surprising statement, Iran's oil minister recently complained that Iraq is abiding by the US sanctions and canceling some energy deals with Iran.
Source: Al Monitor
Full Article: Iran questions Iraq's promise to import oil despite sanctions
Erdogan FC: A soccer dream deferred
Turkish media recently reported the founding of a soccer team called the Presidency Sports Club, but in less than a day all traces of the team had vanished. It's not likely the end of the story.
Source: Al Monitor
Full Article: Erdogan FC: A soccer dream deferred
Gazans reluctant to import from Egypt despite Hamas’ encouragement
Although Hamas reduced fees imposed on goods entering the Gaza Strip, it seems local traders are hesitant to import from Egypt, which imposes high fees on traded products.
Source: Al Monitor
Full Article: Gazans reluctant to import from Egypt despite Hamas’ encouragement
Israeli Arabs engaging in electoral campaign
The merger of the Hadash and Ta’al parties reflects growing willingness within the Israeli Arab population to become a meaningful part of Israel’s society and electoral map.
Source: Al Monitor
Full Article: Israeli Arabs engaging in electoral campaign
Egypt court cancels ban on Dubai's Careem, Uber
Two ride-hailing companies have been expanding their services in Egypt, a nation of more than 96 million
Source: Arabian Business
Full Article: Egypt court cancels ban on Dubai's Careem, Uber
Dubai Future Councils holds first meeting
Councils will support Dubai's development in areas including AI, blockchain and entrepreneurship
Source: ITP.net
Full Article: Dubai Future Councils holds first meeting