Archives for February, 2025

Analysis

Fearing Iran's gains, Jordan & Egypt instability, Gulf states try to counter Trump's Gaza plan

As they mull an alternate plan, Gulf states' response to Trump includes diplomatic unity, strategic messaging and potential geopolitical shifts away from Washington.

By Giorgio Cafiero

US aircraft carrier collides with merchant ship in Mediterranean

Agence France-Presse

International community vows support for Syria transition

Agence France-Presse

Turkey fines Adidas $15,000 for pigskin shoes

Agence France-Presse

US Navy carrier collides with merchant ship near Suez Canal: What to know

The ship's recent departure from the Red Sea has left Middle Eastern waters without a US aircraft carrier for the third time in 15 months.

Egypt

Feature

Trump's aid freeze forces war-battered Syrian hospitals to halt services

As Syria emerges from its grueling civil war, the doctors who survived the regime’s deliberate bombardment of medical facilities are confronting a new threat: the suspension of American aid.

By Elizabeth Hagedorn

In Washington, DC, reporting on diplomacy, regional politics, human rights

Tens of thousands of Jordanians welcome king home after Trump meeting

Agence France-Presse

Trump unveils 'reciprocal tariffs' plan targeting friends and foes

Agence France-Presse

Analysis

Syria's new rulers set ambitious economic goals: Are they achievable?

Syria’s financial woes run deep, prompting the new government to radically change its economic policy.

By Jack Dutton

In Bristol, reporting on regional business, climate change, AI, tech

PSG president Al-Khelaifi charged in French corporate abuse of power probe: source

Agence France-Presse

Turkey optimistic on procurement of Eurofighter jets and Meteor missiles

A senior Turkish official has confirmed Turkey’s bid to procure Meteor missiles.

Turkey

'I carry my cross': sub-Saharan migrants despair in Tunisia

Agence France-Presse

Israel says Hamas must free three living hostages this weekend

Agence France-Presse

Elon Musk's Boring Co. to build Dubai Loop network of tunnels

The loop is a network of underground tunnels, similar to one being developed in Las Vegas, that allows passengers to be transported nonstop, in electric vehicles, to 11 stations.

United Arab Emirates

Saudi art biennale seeks to modernise Islamic tradition

Agence France-Presse

Culture

AL-Monitor Riyadh: 'Report Error' transforms daily items in Abha

This week we guide you through exhibitions in Abha, Riyadh and Jeddah, showcasing the work of younger to mid-career Saudi artists.

Saudi Arabia