News 29 Nov 2025 Death toll from Gaza war surpasses 70,000: health ministry The health ministry in Hamas-run Gaza on Saturday said more than 70,000 people have been killed since the war between Israel and Hamas erupted more than two years ago.The milestone… Meet the Middle East
News 30 Nov 2025 Netanyahu officially asks Israeli president for pardon Nov 30 (Reuters) - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has submitted an official request for his pardon to Israeli President Isaac Herzog, the Israeli president's office said on Sunday."The Office… Meet the Middle East
News 01 Dec 2025 Dubai Duty Free sets all-time monthly record with over $240m November sales Dubai Duty Free posts record $240.16m in November sales, crosses $2bn year-to-date and reports strong growth in key categories The post Dubai Duty Free sets all-time monthly record with over… Meet the Middle East
News 02 Dec 2025 Kuwait rolls out tough new anti-drug law with death penalty provisions Kuwait has issued Amiri Decree Law No.159 of 2025 on combating drugs, introducing stricter penalties and confidential reporting rules The post Kuwait rolls out tough new anti-drug law with death… Meet the Middle East
News 03 Dec 2025 Saudi Arabia targets 36,000 factories and $373.3bn industrial GDP by 2035 Saudi Arabia aims to reach 36,000 factories and $373.3bn industrial GDP by 2035, as sector undergoes major transformation, Vice Minister says The post Saudi Arabia targets 36,000 factories and $373.3bn… Meet the Middle East
News 04 Dec 2025 Google partners with Dubai SME to elevate digital capabilities of entrepreneurs Dubai SME and Google launch scheme to boost Emirati SMEs with digital tools, ad credits and mentorship, ahead of rollout The post Google partners with Dubai SME to elevate digital… Meet the Middle East
News 05 Dec 2025 Voices from the Arab press: Trump's Muslim Brotherhood designation A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world. Source: Jerusalem Post Full Article: Voices from the Arab press: Trump's Muslim Brotherhood designation Meet the Middle East
News 06 Dec 2025 IDF investigates conduct of reservist soldiers who wounded Palestinian suspect – Army Radio The IDF noted that his injuries are "disturbing and will be examined thoroughly," but also acknowledged that the reservists "physically struggled with the suspect, until they managed to stop him."… Meet the Middle East
News 07 Dec 2025 Costa Rica to open new diplomatic office in Jerusalem, sign free trade deal with Israel The move comes as Israel and Costa Rica prepare to sign a free trade agreement this week, with Economy Minister Nir Barkat and Minister Tovar set to attend the ceremony.… Meet the Middle East
News 08 Dec 2025 Storm Byron expected to reach Israel Wednesday, flash floods and heavy rain anticipated Israel will expect between 100 and 150 mm of rain, with the storm hitting mainly the coastal areas, while rain is also expected in the north and the Negev. Source:… Meet the Middle East