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VIDEO: Surfing brings risk, pleasure to Gaza

Ruwaida Amer | Jan 22, 2022

Soccer adds to Egypt-Sudan-Ethiopia tensions

Soccer politics is at play as Sudan's Al-Merrikh Club insists to play its match against Egypt's Al-Ahly in CAF's Champions League in Ethiopia, giving rise to fears in Egypt from possible fan violence.

Amr Emam | Egypt | Jan 4, 2022

Sudan's Al-Merrikh club fans hold up images of team players as they gather to watch their team play against Congo's AC Leopards during the CAF Confederation Cup semi-final soccer match at the Merreikh Stadium, Khartoum, Sudan, Nov. 10, 2012.

Syrian women and girls in Aleppo find new outlet in sports

Many young women in Afrin, northern Aleppo, which is controlled by the Turkish-backed Free Syrian Army (FSA) are showing great interest in sports, as opposing social customs and traditions begin to fade.

Khaled al-Khateb | Syria | Dec 25, 2021

Al-Azhar rhetoric alarms LGBTQ community

Al-Azhar has in recent days stepped up its anti-LGBTQ rhetoric, following anti-gay comments by a prominent retired soccer star.

Shahira Amin | Egypt | Dec 12, 2021

Eight Egyptian men on trial for doing a video prosecutors claimed was of a gay wedding hide their identities as they sit in the defendant's cage during their trial, Cairo, Egypt, Nov. 1, 2014.

British F1 driver Hamilton not 'comfortable' in Saudi Arabia

Lewis Hamilton cited the kingdom's human rights record and 'pretty terrifying' LGBTQ laws before it hosts its first Grand Prix race.

Al-Monitor Staff | Saudi Arabia | Dec 3, 2021

Egyptians breathe easy in first open-air gym

Egypt has opened its first open-air gym to encourage citizens to work out in open spaces.

Mohammad Hanafi | Egypt | Nov 28, 2021

Qatar releases two Norwegian journalists after detention

Qatari security forces detained two journalists working for Norway's state broadcaster whom Doha accused of trespassing on private property.

Al-Monitor Staff | Qatar | Nov 26, 2021

The Takeaway: Iran nuclear talks resume next week — What you need to know

Turkish lira crisis hits Syria; Saudi, Syrian intel chiefs talk; Netflix drama evokes memories for Izmir’s Jews; Oman bets on logistics; Egypt, Tanzania deepen ties; Gaza’s women skateboarders — all in less than 1,500 words.

Andrew Parasiliti, Elizabeth Hagedorn, Joe Snell | Nov 24, 2021

US Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm speaks during the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) General Conference.

Khashoggi's fiancee urges Justin Beiber to cancel Saudi performance

Hatice Cengiz called on the Canadian pop star to choose "justice and freedom over money."

Al-Monitor Staff | Saudi Arabia | Nov 22, 2021

Mobile billboards urging Justin Bieber to cancel his upcoming concert in Saudi Arabia near the Microsoft Theater on Nov. 21, 2021 in Los Angeles, California.

Girls feel empowered at skate parks in Gaza

Gazan girls are encouraged to practice roller-skating and skateboarding at skate parks in the Gaza Strip, despite the lack of equipment and societal disapproval.

Taghreed Ali | Culture | Nov 22, 2021

Palestinian youths ride their skateboards near the sea port of Gaza City, Gaza Strip, March 20, 2019.

The Takeaway: Sudan’s fragile economic stability at risk after military takeover

Saudi Arabia’s plan for “net-zero”; Turkey’s spy busts; Syria’s rebel factions; Egypt’s robot detention; fatwas on marital sex and bodybuilding; fishing for plastic in the Nile … all in about 1,500 words!

Andrew Parasiliti, Elizabeth Hagedorn, Joe Snell | Sudan | Oct 27, 2021

Sudanese security forces keep watch as they protect a military hospital and government offices during protests against a military coup.

Israelis fed up with racist, anti-Muslim behavior of soccer fans

Most Beitar Jerusalem soccer team supporters have had enough of the racist and anti-Muslim behavior of La Familia fan club.

Afif Abu Much | Israel | Oct 25, 2021

Fans of Beitar Jerusalem soccer club La Familia clash with other team fans during a training session, Jerusalem, Dec. 11, 2020.

Egyptian preacher's fatwa against bodybuilding stirs controversy

After Egyptian bodybuilder Big Ramy won the Mr. Olympia 2021 championship, cleric Abdullah Rushdy issued a fatwa prohibiting men from participating in the sport because it reveals intimate parts of the body.

Ibrahim Ayyad | Egypt | Oct 24, 2021

Winners of all categories (L-R) Kamal Abdull Salam of Qatar, Ali Tabrizi of Qatar, Robert Piotrkowicz of Poland, Ahmed Hamedy Mansour of Egypt, Sazali bin Abd Samad of Malaysia, Corrado Maggiore of Italy, Youssry Sayed Youssef of Egypt, and Sitthi Charoenrith of Thailand compete during 60th Men's World Amateur Bodybuilding Championship in Ostrava Oct. 29, 2006.

The Takeaway: Iraq shadowed Colin Powell, but his character showed through even then

Pinkwashing in Tunisia?; Russia, Iran, Turkey, Syria and the Caucasus; Breast reconstruction surgery still taboo in Gaza; Wheelchair basketball scores — all in less than 1,500 words!

Andrew Parasiliti, Elizabeth Hagedorn | Iraq | Oct 20, 2021

Former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and former Secretary of State Colin Powell arrives to pay his respects at the casket of the late former President George H.W. Bush as he lies in state at the U.S. Capitol, Dec. 4, 2018 in Washington, DC.

Gazan women find haven at ladies-only pools

More resorts in the Gaza Strip are offering ladies-only swimming pools, allowing women to relax and enjoy the sun away from public eyes.

Hadeel Al Gherbawi | Palestine | Oct 18, 2021

Sports

VIDEO: Surfing brings risk, pleasure to Gaza

Soccer adds to Egypt-Sudan-Ethiopia tensions

Syrian women and girls in Aleppo find new outlet in sports

Al-Azhar rhetoric alarms LGBTQ community

British F1 driver Hamilton not 'comfortable' in Saudi Arabia

Egyptians breathe easy in first open-air gym

Qatar releases two Norwegian journalists after detention

The Takeaway: Iran nuclear talks resume next week — What you need to know

Khashoggi's fiancee urges Justin Beiber to cancel Saudi performance

Girls feel empowered at skate parks in Gaza

The Takeaway: Sudan’s fragile economic stability at risk after military takeover

Israelis fed up with racist, anti-Muslim behavior of soccer fans

Egyptian preacher's fatwa against bodybuilding stirs controversy

The Takeaway: Iraq shadowed Colin Powell, but his character showed through even then

Gazan women find haven at ladies-only pools

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