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2019-02-15

French forces support Middle East stability

French forces have been training and supporting Iraqi and Syrian Democratic Forces and patrolling regional waters to secure maritime routes.

Security |

2019-02-15

Deep-rooted security partnership between Oman, US

US and Omani forces recently concluded a three-week joint training exercise as part of efforts to enhance bilateral military co-operation.

Security |

2019-02-14

Security forces hit back against al-Qaeda in Abyan

Security Belt Forces launched an assault in the mountains of Abyan province's al-Mahfad district in response to an earlier al-Qaeda attack.

Politics |

2019-02-14

GCC, US strategic alliance keeps Iran in check

The GCC is a strong regional partnership that is capable of deterring any threats to regional stability posed by neighbouring Iran, analysts say.

Women's Rights |

2019-02-13

Lebanese women ministers eager to face challenges

Lebanon's new government saw the appointment of four women ministers to key positions, including the interior minister post.

Security |

2019-02-12

Yemen's Shabwa almost rid of al-Qaeda: governor

Shabwa governor Mohammed ben Edeyo has commended Yemeni forces and the Arab coalition for their role in restoring state authority.

Security |

2019-02-12

Iranian people pay price for missile programme expansion: experts

Iran's push to expand its missile programme despite its deteriorating economy comes at the expense of citizens who must foot the bill.

Youth |

2019-02-11

Houthis use Martyrs' Day to indoctrinate children

Modeled on similar celebrations held by Hizbullah and Iran, the event encourages Yemeni youth to join the militia by aggrandizing martyrs.

Human Rights |

2019-02-11

UN proposes safe passages in al-Hodeidah

The head of the UN observer mission in Yemen has called for international forces to manage isolated areas in the city and for the opening of safe corridors.

Security |

2019-02-08

Arab coalition strikes at Houthis' drone capabilities

A string of Arab coalition airstrikes targeting the Houthis' drone facilities aimed to strip the militia of its ability to threaten regional security.

Society |

2019-02-07

Egypt takes steps towards eliminating slums

The government has begun to move residents out of unsafe slums and informal settlements in some areas and improve conditions in others.

Politics |

2019-02-06

Yemen seeks to free women in Houthi prisons

The Ministry of Human Rights is seeking the release of dozens of abducted women who are being held without charge in Houthi prisons.

Religion |

2019-02-06

Yemen ministry opens registration for hajj

The Hajj and Umrah Department of the Ministry of Religious Endowment and Guidance on Wednesday opened the registration process for 45 days.

Security |

2019-02-06

France committed to its partnership with Iraq: officials

During a recent visit to Baghdad, the French foreign minister expressed his country's full support for Iraq's unity, security and sovereignty.

Religion |

2019-02-05

Pope Francis holds historic public mass in UAE

The pope's public comments in Abu Dhabi have centered on calls to end wars across the Middle East and protect the rights of all citizens.

Economy |

2019-02-05

Egypt resumes natural gas exports to Jordan

The two countries signed an agreement in January whereby Egypt will export to the kingdom half of its daily needs for gas throughout 2019.

Security |

2019-02-04

Egyptian forces bust terror cell in Western Desert

Egyptian forces have dismantled terror cells operating in the Western Desert and in North Sinai during a series of pre-emptive operations.

Security |

2019-02-04

Yemeni forces intercept rockets, drones en route to Houthis

These weapons are being smuggled to the Iran-backed militia on board trucks via Yemen's eastern coast.

Crime & Justice |

2019-02-04

Central Bank of Lebanon tightens rules for electronic transfers

A new Central Bank of Lebanon ruling that restricts electronic cash transfers to the Lebanese pound will help combat money laundering.

Media |

2019-02-01

Facebook takes down vast Iran-led manipulation campaign

The social network said it removed 783 pages, groups and accounts 'for engaging in co-ordinated inauthentic behaviour tied to Iran'.

Human Rights |

2019-02-01

'Food is a weapon': Fight over Yemen granary tests truce

The Red Sea Mills in al-Hodeidah, which holds wheat that could feed nearly 4 million Yemenis and was rigged heavily with mines by the Houthis, remains off-limit to aid organisations.

Politics |

2019-02-01

Lebanon announces new government line up

Prime Minister Saad al-Hariri announced a new government Thursday, putting an end to a political impasse and eight months of wrangling.

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