Middle East News & Arab Headlines From A Local Perspective
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The Iran-backed Houthi militias in Yemen have already condemned next month’s Geneva talks with the legitimate government to failure as they seek to prolong the war and suffering of the people. Full Story »
Iran's defense minister has hailed the country's military achievements, announcing plans to unveil a new fighter jet this week and continue enhancing missile capabilities. Full Story »
U.S. President Donald Trump has accused social media of "totally discriminating" against Republicans and conservatives, arguing that the platforms should allow both "good and bad" voices to be heard. Full Story »
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas on Saturday vowed to appeal Israel's controversial law of Jewish nation-state at the U.N. Full Story »
BUSINESS
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A total of 4,987 expatriate workers have been deported since the beginning of the year due to violations of the provisions of the Labour Law, Director of the Labour Ministry’s inspection department Mnawar Abu Al Ghanem announced on Thursday.
THE LOOP
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With Trump’s rising rhetoric against journalists and media, almost 300 newspapers and media outlets in the US have published together to promote 'Press Freedom" - but the U.S. President has simply doubled down.
ENTERTAINMENT
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Recently she said she'd 'stepped back a bit' from the spotlight after her kidney transplant. Selena Gomez stepped back into the spotlight again, to highlight the importance of giving back during WE Day.
SPORTS
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Saudi Arabia won the INAS World Football Championships in Sweden on Saturday for the fourth time in a row after beating Argentina 2-0 in the final.
