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US Says Failed Rocket Attack Targeted American Troops in Syria

The US military said late on Saturday that unidentified forces fired a rocket at a compound in Syria hosting US troops and partnered local forces, but failed to cause any injuries or damage. The military, in a short statement, said the 107 mm rocket failed to impact anything inside the…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Drugs worth £15.5 million seized by Royal Navy warship in Middle East

The haul has a wholesale value of £15.5 million, according to the National Crime Agency.

The Independent UK

OPEC+ oil output cut shows widening rift between Biden and Saudi royals

The OPEC+ organization's decision this week to cut oil production despite stiff U.S. opposition has further strained already tense relations between President Joe Biden's White House and Saudi Arabia's royal family, once one of Washington's staunchest Middle East allies, according to interviews with about a dozen government officials and experts…

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Why has Kanye West turned on former pal Jared Kushner?

‘I just think it was to make money,’ Kanye said about Jared Kushner’s peace negotiations in the Middle East

The Independent UK

Direct US and Middle East flights to Northern Ireland targeted under proposed airline funding scheme

The Department for the Economy is developing a new Northern Ireland Route Development Scheme

Birmingham Post

Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn: London to miss out on fight after O2 postponement

London looks set to miss out on a rescheduled fight between Conor Benn and Chris Eubank Jr, with the Middle East emerging as host frontrunners.

Evening Standard

The Band’s Visit at the Donmar Warehouse review: the humane spirit of this show is irresistible

The production thrillingly blends Middle Eastern and Western musical traditions

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Easy everyday dinners from the Middle East

If the flavours of the Middle East are your jam but you are short on time and cash, give these recipes a whirl, says Hannah Twiggs. Three yummy dishes, two new cooking methods, one region, zero stress

The Independent UK

A woman's perspective: Here's what it's like to travel to Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia is the largest country in the Middle East, and it's also one of the most mysterious. After all, most travelers were not allowed to visit for decades until 2019, the year the Kingdom opened its doors to tourists from 49 countries around the world, including the United States.

Tribune News Service

Former SA tourism minister set to charge taxpayers for portion of overseas trip

Former SA tourism minister Leon Bignell is set to seek more than $10,000 in expense reimbursements from taxpayers for a trip to the Middle East and Europe.

ABC News

How star-studded Liverpool made television history with mid-season trip in 'terrific heat'

Liverpool made a mid-season trip to Jeddah in 1978 to take on the Saudi Arabian national team

Liverpool Echo

Lebanon's dwindling rain leaves farmers struggling for water

Lebanon is the most water-rich country in the Middle East, but its farming communities are struggling to keep their soil from drying

The Independent UK

IAEA Elects Saudi Arabia as Board of Governors Member Until 2024

The General Conference of the International Atomic Energy Agency has been elected, by a majority of votes, to become a member of IAEA's Board of Governors. The Kingdom received the majority of votes from its geographical group, which includes countries of the Middle East and South Asia, the Saudi Press…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Tragedy off the coast of Lebanon, and protests in Iran

Here’s a round-up of Al Jazeera’s Middle East coverage this week.

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Europe’s Unsolved Energy Puzzle

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Asharq Al-Awsat

Saudi Arabia Reaffirms Support to International Legitimacy Principles, Calls for Security Council Reform

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan confirmed the Kingdom's commitment to the UN charter and its continuous support for the principles of international legitimacy aimed at maintaining international peace and security. The Minister called for cooperation based on mutual respect for the sovereignty and independence of states,…

Asharq Al-Awsat

For 5th Time, Flynas Wins Skytrax Award as Middle East's Best Low-Cost Airline

Flynas, the Saudi air carrier and the leading low-cost airline in the Middle East, won the Skytrax Award as the Best Low-Cost Airline in the Middle East for the fifth consecutive year at a forum held in London on Friday, reported the Saudi Press Agency. The Skytrax Award, launched in…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Bahraini Foreign Minister Warns Against Nuclear Proliferation Threat

Bahraini Foreign Minister, Abdul Latif al-Zayani, stressed on Saturday the importance of ensuring stability, security, and prosperity in the Middle East, also warning of the danger of nuclear proliferation. The FM then called on the US to promote peace and stability in the region, describing Washington as “one of Bahrain’s…

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Saudi FM to Asharq Al-Awsat: Iranian Drones Are an Increasing Danger that Must be Stopped

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan said that Iranian drone technology poses an increasing threat to the Middle East and stressed the importance of cooperation among regional countries to confront the matter. The top Saudi diplomat had made the exclusive statement to Asharq Al-Awsat on the sidelines of the…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Ukraine’s President Lauds Saudi Crown Prince’s Efforts in Prisoner Exchange

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz made a phone call on Thursday to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky after the Kingdom succeeded in arranging the freeing of 10 prisoners of different nationalities as part of a prisoner release between Moscow and Kyiv. During the call, the Ukrainian President thanked the…

Chicago Tribune

Commentary: The Abraham Accords, which signal hope for Middle East, are a model for peace

Four months ago, more than 600 people gathered at the Chicago Cultural Center to celebrate the historic peace agreements in the Middle East for Israel’s 74th anniversary. The event was held for the first time in Chicago. Sharaka, a delegation of young Arab leaders, shared their personal experiences and encounters…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Visions of Creativity in Middle East Youth Art Scene

From a Lebanese student decrying government failures through art to a Palestinian teacher seeking escape in music, young people across the Middle East are creatively giving voice to complex situations. In a series exploring youth aspirations in the volatile region -- where more than half of the population is under…

Al Jazeera

What issues did Middle East leaders raise in UNGA address?

Middle East leaders at UNGA express concerns about Ukraine war, Israel’s occupation of Palestine and Iran nuclear deal.

The Guardian - UK

Yasmin Khan’s recipe for late summer Turkish aubergine and red pepper salad

Make the most of the last evenings of alfresco dining with this Middle Eastern meze at the heart of your feast

Asharq Al-Awsat

Egypt, US Agree on Importance of Partnership to Regional Security

Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry’s meeting with his US counterpart, Antony Blinken, reached consensus on the importance of the “strategic partnership” between Cairo and Washington as “a fundamental pillar of security and stability in the Middle East.” The diplomats’ meeting is the first of its kind since the Biden administration…

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