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Second phase of Yemen peace talks likely to be postponed
Former Yemeni president Ali Saleh said Friday he will never negotiate with the government of his successor, Mansur Hadi
Saudi FM affirms more measures to follow if Iran continues alleged course
The Arab League to hold ad hoc meeting Sunday to discuss mounting Saudi-Iranian tension at behest of Saudi Arabia
Yemeni deputy prime minister to meet top Egyptian officials
We are not negotiating with Hadi Mansour, says former Yemeni president Ali Saleh
Egyptian family was trapped in Taiz, returns home safely
Taiz has been under siege since November, WHO calls on access to healthcare for thousands of trapped citizens
No one should interfere in Saudi Arabia’s internal affairs: Endowments Minister
Iran seeks sectarian war in Arab countries, says Gomaa
Mexico accepts Egypt’s blame on tourism company for the attack in September
Secretary of Foreign Affairs says company should have taken better precautions
IS loses 30% of territorial holdings: US-led coalition
The militant group lost significant battles in Syria and Iraq in 2015
Saudi-Iran tensions must not hinder Syria peace talks: US
Iraq offers to mediate between Iran and Saudi Arabia
ANHRI condemns detainment of Tunisian writer Amal Garmi at Cairo airport
Garmi decided to leave as a result of her mistreatment
Kuwait recalled its ambassador to Tehran amid diplomatic crisis between Riyadh and Tehran
Arab League will hold an urgent meeting Sunday to discuss the latest developments between Saudi Arabia and Iran
IS forces attack Al-Sedra oil port in Libya
2 were killed in the attack, according to the National Army
Sunnis, Shiites locked in an endless conflict
Iran and Saudi Arabia are stoking the denominational conflict between Sunnis and Shias. Both sides are attempting to exploit an inner-Islamic conflict that has been raging for more than 1,300 years.
Sudan, Bahrain join Saudi Arabia in cutting ties with Iran
Saudi Arabia cuts all diplomatic ties with Iran amid diplomatic tension between countries after execution of Al-Nimr
Hezbollah claims attack on Israeli forces
The Israel Defense Forces have confirmed the attack, saying an explosive device struck Israeli military vehicles. The Shiite militant group said the attack was in retaliation for the killing of a militant leader.
Reaction to Al-Nimr’s execution reverberates in political sphere
Egypt condemns attacks on Saudi Arabian diplomatic buildings in Iran
Egypt condemns attack on Saudi diplomatic missions in Iran
Egypt is afraid war against terrorism will be portrayed as a sectarian war, says analyst
Authorities detain Tunisian intellectual at Cairo Airport
Grami decided to leave Egypt after being told that she is a “threat to the country’s national security”
Bahrain cuts all diplomatic ties with Iran, Republic of Sudan follows
Saudi Arabia cut all diplomatic ties with Iran after Iranian protesters broke into its embassy in Tehran amid diplomatic tension between both countries regarding the Saudi execution of a Shi’a cleric Nimr Al-Nimr.
26 killed, 5 arrested in a North Sinai raid: Armed Forces
The raid is part of a comprehensive operation against extremists in retaliation for martyrs
Previous terrorism-related executions in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia has a long history of executing Saudi citizens as well as foreigners on terrorism-related acts. However, the recent mass execution has sparked international outrage with voices criticising the Saudi Kingdom and questioning the fairness of the trials. “Some of whom [the 47 executed] were clearly sentenced to death after grossly unfair trials. Carrying …
Following Al-Nimr’s execution, political unrest spreads
Top Iranian leaders, including Supreme Leader of Iran Ali Khamenei, condemned the incident warning Saudi Arabia of “divine revenge”. He denounced the silence of “backers of freedom, democracy and human rights” over the execution.
Frustration across Shi’a communities after execution of Al-Nimr
Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei said Saudi Arabia will face “divine revenge”
Nimr Al-Nimr: Shi’a cleric who called for elections in Saudi Arabia
The execution of the late cleric sparked international outrage
Dubai hotel fire: ‘There will be fatalities unless building safety is improved’
The New Year’s blaze at a luxury hotel has led to calls for skyscrapers to be modified, amid concerns that Dubai landmarks are built with flammable cladding. It was the city’s third major high-rise fire in three years.
Egypt will play an important role for Palestine inUN Security Council: Abbas
The Palestinian president said the Palestinians will undertake every effort to end the Israeli occupation
Saudi-led coalition announced end of ceasefire in Yemen
The ceasefire was agreed upon during UN-backed talks between the two warring parties in Geneva
Iraqi army repels attack by IS forces in Ramadi days after retaking city
The Iraqi troops recaptured the Iraqi city last week, after it had been held by IS forces for the past 18 months.
Saudi Arabia executes 47, including Shi’a cleric Al-Nimr
Protests have broken out in several countries condemning the execution
Israel carried out four air raids on Gaza
Raids come a few hours after two missiles were launched from Gaza targeting the south of the occupied territories
Tripoli Parliament asks for ‘substantial amendments’ to UN-backed agreement
The Libyan people are pushing to implement the Agreement due to high prices, lack of security and the threat of terrorism, says UN envoy Martin Kobler