Abu Dhabi announces nearly $1 billion drilling contract Oil and gas remain a major part of the Emirati economy, despite recent investments in renewable energy and green technology. The contract comes as the UAE gets ready to provide gas to Germany amid the war in Ukraine. United Arab Emirates
Iraqi lawmakers elect Abdul Latif Rashid as new president The often-deadlocked parliament chose a veteran Kurdish politician as president, who in turn designated Muhammad Shia al-Sudani for the prime minister position. Iraq
UAE goes deeper into metaverse The Emirate of Sharjah’s launch of a metaverse project follows the UAE’s Economy Ministry opening an office in the digital world. United Arab Emirates
Aerial drone delivery coming to Abu Dhabi Israel has also experimented with delivery by unmanned air vehicles since last year. United Arab Emirates
Rockets hit Baghdad's Green Zone as lawmakers gather to select Iraq's president As lawmakers were preparing to select the country's president, several rockets hit the area around the parliament building. Iraq
Palestinian man decapitated over sexual orientation in the West Bank Palestinians were shocked at the gruesome killing of a young Palestinian gay man, whose body was found decapitated near the city of Hebron in the West Bank. Palestine
Egypt seeks to produce cotton that resists drought better Ahead of the COP27, Egypt and Uzbekistan hope to cooperate in producing cotton varieties resistant to unfavorable climate conditions. Egypt
Israel on high alert over clashes in east Jerusalem Tensions in the West Bank and in the east Jerusalem Shuafat refugee camp are quickly spreading to many other locations, with violent clashes between Palestinians and Israeli troops. Israel
