Jericho’s UNESCO-listed prehistoric site sparks tourism hopes
Jericho, a historic city nestled in the occupied West Bank, is gearing up for a tourism revival following UNESCO's declaration...
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Iraqi President denounces Turkish violations in Kurdish regions
Iraqi President Abdul Latif Rashid voiced Iraq's firm rejection of Turkish incursions into Kurdish territories within Iraq. Rashid expressed his...
EU unveils measures to safeguard sensitive tech from Chinese acquisitions
The European Union (EU) has planned to reveal its strategy to counter China's aggressive trade policies, primarily by identifying a...
Eric Adams’ Community Op-Ed: The Future of Housing in NYC
Our administration recently proposed the most ambitious pro-housing zoning changes in the history of New York City — changes that...
Ankara announces resumption of Iraqi-Turkish oil pipeline operations after 6 month suspension
Turkey's Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, Alparslan Bayraktar, has declared on Monday that the nation is set to recommence...
Turkey launches offensive against PKK bases in northern Iraq
In a swift and determined response, Turkey has initiated a military operation targeting PKK (Kurdistan Workers' Party) strongholds in northern...
Afghan embassy in India suspends operations amidst ongoing diplomatic uncertainty
Afghanistan's embassy in India has officially suspended its operations as of Sunday, marking a poignant moment in the diplomatic limbo...
Tripartite cooperation takes center stage at United Nations General Assembly
Foreign ministers from Iraq, Jordan, and Egypt convened on the sidelines of the 78th session of the United Nations General...
Iraqi Prime Minister, Dutch counterpart forge bilateral cooperation at UN assembly
Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani engaged in high-level discussions with Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte, outlining the prospects of...
UK’s HS2 high-speed rail project faces cost overruns, uncertainties
HS2, the ambitious high-speed rail project in the UK, once touted to revolutionize connectivity between northern cities and London, is...
Hisense unveils cutting-edge flagship store in Sulaymaniyah, Iraq
The globally renowned Chinese electronics and appliance powerhouse, Hisense, has made a significant stride in bolstering its presence in the...
International conference announced to aid flood-ravaged Derna in Libya
In response to the catastrophic flash flood that wreaked havoc on the port city of Derna, Libya's eastern-based administration has...
Iraq announces reopening of embassy in Vietnam
Iraq has officially declared its intention to reopen its embassy in the capital of Vietnam, Hanoi. The announcement came from...
Iraq announces reopening of embassy in Vietnam
Iraq has officially declared its intention to reopen its embassy in the capital of Vietnam, Hanoi. The announcement came from...
Abbas to UN: No Mideast peace without Palestinians’ rights
Palestinian leader Mahmud Abbas said Thursday there could be no peace in the Middle East without a two-state solution, sending...
Venezuela takes prison from gang, seizes bitcoin machines, rocket launchers
Bitcoin mining machines and rocket launchers were among the astonishing contraband found in a Venezuelan prison recaptured from a gang...
Sudan army chief warns UN that war could spill over in region
Sudan's army chief warned Thursday at the United Nations that months of war could spill over in the region as...
Armenia, Azerbaijan clash at UN over Karabakh violence
Armenia and Azerbaijan clashed Thursday at the United Nations on the heels of a swift military victory in Nagorno-Karabakh by...
UN diplomatic showdown: Zelensky confronts Russia in person amidst war
In a highly anticipated diplomatic showdown at the United Nations, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky has come face to face with...
Islamic leaders bash West at UN over Koran burnings
Muslim leaders addressing the United Nations on Tuesday berated the West over burnings of the Koran, denouncing the acts protected...
Iraqi Prime Minister, US Treasury under Secretary discuss financial reform at UN assembly
Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani and US Under Secretary for Terrorism and Financial Intelligence Brian Nelson engaged in a...
Eric Adams’ Community Op-Ed: Delivering for New Yorkers Year After Year
When we came into office 20 months ago, we promised we would ‘Get Stuff Done’ for New Yorkers and New...
UN nuclear chief urges Iran to allow inspectors
The head of the United Nations nuclear watchdog on Monday urged Iran to reconsider its decision to deny access to...
Bangladeshi bowler under fire over misogynist remarks
A Bangladeshi cricketer was embroiled in controversy Monday over misogynistic social media posts condemning working women, just days after making...
Ukraine, Russia clash at top UN court
Tensions are running high at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague as Russia and Ukraine prepare to...
Al-Sudani to attend the UN General Assembly in New York
Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani has departed from Baghdad to attend the 78th session of the United Nations General...
Ukraine launches coordinated drone attack, Moscow, Russian oil depot targeted
Russia has reported a thwarted coordinated attack by Ukrainian drones on Crimea. Early Sunday, these drones also struck Moscow, causing...
Iraq unveils ambitious plan to construct 20 new cities to tackle housing crisis
In a bid to alleviate the growing housing crisis gripping major cities across Iraq, the country's Minister of Construction, Housing,...
Iraq unveils ambitious plan to construct 20 new cities to tackle housing crisis
In a bid to alleviate the growing housing crisis gripping major cities across Iraq, the country's Minister of Construction, Housing,...
Biden’s son Hunter indicted on gun charges
Hunter Biden, the son of US President Joe Biden, was indicted on Thursday, marking a new chapter in his legal...
Tragedy strikes as tsunami-like flood engulfs Libyan city of Derna, leaving thousands miissing
The coastal city of Derna, Libya, remains in a state of shock and despair as emergency teams tirelessly search for...
Iraqi Foreign Minister announces successful disarmament of groups on Iraqi-Iranian border
Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein made a groundbreaking announcement on Wednesday regarding the disarmament of groups operating along the Iraqi-Iranian...
Aid tents offer glimpse of uncertain future for Morocco earthquake survivors
Survivors of the devastating earthquake that struck Morocco found themselves in long queues, stretching the length of a football field,...
Eric Adams’ Community Op-Ed: Slamming the Brakes on Car Theft
Not only is New York the greatest city in the world, it is the safest big city in America. Since...
Iraq reveals secret mediation between Iran, Arab countries
Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani has announced on Saturday the existence of a confidential mediation effort between Iran and...
Saudi Crown Prince unveils economic corridor linking India, Middle East, Europe at G20 summit
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman and Prime Minister Mohammed Bin Salman unveiled a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to launch...
North Korea celebrates founding anniversary with parade attended by Russian, Chinese officials
North Korea marked its founding anniversary with a parade attended by leader Kim Jong Un, accompanied by a significant presence...
G20 nations announce support for ambitious EU-middle east-India trade initiative
Prominent members of the G20 alliance have disclosed their plans to endorse an expansive trade initiative aimed at strengthening economic...
Saudi Defense Minister holds talks with French counterpart
Saudi Arabia's Minister of Defense, Prince Khalid bin Salman, hosted Sébastien Lecornu, the French Minister of the Armed Forces, at...
International Monetary Fund lauds Saudi Arabia’s economic prosperity, reform progress
In a highly anticipated development following the conclusion of their 2023 Article IV Consultation discussions with Saudi Arabia, the International...
Russian military covers aircraft with car tires as countermeasure against Ukrainian drones
Moscow's forces have adopted an unconventional approach to protect their aircraft by covering them with car tires. Satellite imagery obtained...
Iraqi Counter-Terrorism Service apprehends 4 ISIS operatives, including explosives expert
The Iraqi Counter-Terrorism Service successfully apprehended four individuals associated with the notorious terrorist organization, ISIS. Among the captured suspects was...
Iraqi Counter-Terrorism Service apprehends 4 ISIS operatives, including explosives expert
The Iraqi Counter-Terrorism Service successfully apprehended four individuals associated with the notorious terrorist organization, ISIS. Among the captured suspects was...
Saudi Arabia launches Global Water Organization to address water sustainability challenges
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman revealed the establishment of the Global Water Organization in...
Saudi Arabia launches Global Water Organization to address water sustainability challenges
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman revealed the establishment of the Global Water Organization in...
Eric Adams’ Community Op-Ed: Back to School
Later this week, our children will head back to school for the first day of the new school year. School...
Tragedy unfolds in eastern Congo as 48 lives lost in anti-UN rally crackdown
At least 48 lives were tragically cut short during a forceful crackdown on an anti-UN protest in the eastern region...
Gulf Keystone Petroleum faces uncertainty in Iraqi Kurdistan amid job cuts
Gulf Keystone Petroleum, a prominent player listed on the London Stock Exchange, has raised concerns about its ongoing operations in...
Deadly cashes erupt during anti-UN protests in Congo’s Goma, leaving 7 dead
A demonstration against the UN peacekeeping mission and other foreign organizations escalated into violence, resulting in the loss of seven...
Eric Adams’ Community Op-Ed: Labor Day: A celebration of working people and the unions that support them
Here in New York City, the three-day Labor Day weekend marks the beginning of a new year in many ways....
Groundbreaking ceremony marks launch of Baghdad’s ambitious tourism complex
The Prime Minister of Iraq, Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, has initiated a significant step forward with the commencement of a sprawling...
Crown Prince launches logistics centers’ master plan to make KSA global logistical hub
In a significant move towards transforming Saudi Arabia into a worldwide logistics hub, Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin...
Niger gives French ambassador 48 hours to depart country
The political situation between Niger and France took a tense turn as the Nigerien junta demanded the departure of the...
Archaeological revelations unveiled at Al-‘Abla site by Saudi Heritage Commission
The Saudi Heritage Commission has brought to light the latest archaeological breakthroughs at the Al-’Abla archaeological site situated within the...
Iraqi special forces secure first place in mountaineering contest held in Iran
The Iraqi Special Forces have emerged victorious, clinching the top spot in a rigorous mountaineering championship that unfolded in Iran....
US charges crypto founders for alleged involvement in North Korean hacker support
The United States has officially pressed charges against two co-founders of the cryptocurrency mixer, Tornado Cash, accusing them of money...
Karim Benzema, Coach Nuno’s strained relations rock Al-Ittihad
In a recent development at Saudi Arabian football club Al-Ittihad, tensions have come to light involving prominent French football star...
Iran unveils attack drone with threats of striking Israeli nuclear facilities
Iran has introduced the Mohajer-10 drone, asserting its capability to target Israel's nuclear facilities and cities with devastating bombings. The...
NY Muslim Community mourn death of Imam Ayub Abdul Baki
The New York Muslim community has announced the death of Imam Ayub Abdul Baki, a revered spiritual leader known for...
Eric Adams’ Community Op-Ed: Outdoor dining is here to stay in New York City
This past week we made it official: outdoor dining is here to stay. New Yorkers were hungry for an outdoor...
