US Tariffs: Trump imposes 10% levies on GCC countries; Syria, Iraq hit hard 

US Tariffs: Trump imposes 10% levies on GCC countries; Syria, Iraq hit hard 

  • Egypt, Morocco, Lebanon, and Sudan received same 10 percent baseline as GCC
  • Concerns raised that even baseline tariff could have ripple effects across GCC supply chains
By Dayan Abou Tine  ·

Israel steps up Syria strikes, says Turkiye aims for ‘protectorate’

Israel steps up Syria strikes, says Turkiye aims for ‘protectorate’

  • The Israeli army said its forces killed several militants who opened fire on Israeli troops
  • Reflecting Israeli concerns about Turkish influence in the new Syria, Foreign Minister Gideon Saar accused Ankara of playing a “negative role” there
By Reuters ·

Israeli strikes on Gaza overnight leaves more than 50 Palestinians dead video

Israeli strikes on Gaza overnight leaves more than 50 Palestinians dead

  • The Israeli military ordered the residents of several areas — Shujaiya, Jadida, Turkomen and eastern Zeytoun — to evacuate on Thursday
  • Israel has imposed a month-long halt on all imports of food, fuel and humanitarian aid that has left civilians facing acute shortages as supplies dwindle
By AP ·

Special Riyadh Metro on its way to reshaping the city video

Riyadh Metro on its way to reshaping the city

  • Some passengers praise affordability, design, while others believe it needs more speed, transfer routes, and reduced transfer times
  • Newly opened Qasr Al-Hokm Station is a key addition to the metro network, strategically located in Riyadh’s historic district
By Wad Hussain ·

Appeal in Algeria against jail term for writer Sansal

Appeal in Algeria against jail term for writer Sansal

  • Sansal is known for his criticism of Algerian authorities as well as of Islamists
  • Sansal was arrested in November and stood trial for undermining Algeria’s territorial integrity
By AFP ·

German military to order exploding drones for first time, sources say

German military to order exploding drones for first time, sources say

  • Russia and Ukraine have fielded such single-use drones
  • The procurement of armed drones has been controversial in Germany
By Reuters ·

Report finds Israel’s war on Gaza ‘worst ever conflict’ for journalists

Report finds Israel’s war on Gaza ‘worst ever conflict’ for journalists

  • The Costs of War project at the Watson Institute for International Studies found that since Oct. 7, 2023, the Gaza war has killed more journalists than all major US wars combined
  • Report warns that increasing threats against journalists not only endanger individuals but also undermine global news coverage, facilitate the creation of ‘news graveyards’
By Arab News ·

Report finds Israel’s war on Gaza ‘worst ever conflict’ for journalists

Report finds Israel’s war on Gaza ‘worst ever conflict’ for journalists

  • The Costs of War project at the Watson Institute for International Studies found that since Oct. 7, 2023, the Gaza war has killed more journalists than all major US wars combined
  • Report warns that increasing threats against journalists not only endanger individuals but also undermine global news coverage, facilitate the creation of ‘news graveyards’
By Arab News ·

‘Theater Tour’ initiative celebrates local culture across Saudi Arabia

‘Theater Tour’ initiative celebrates local culture across Saudi Arabia

  • Award-winning play ‘Bahr’ debuts in Baha, with performances in Jubail, Dammam, Al-Ahsa to follow
  • New project boosts local theater, community engagement and cultural awareness nationwide
By Arab News ·
Pakistan assumes Asian Cricket Council presidency, vows to accelerate sport’s global influence

Pakistan assumes Asian Cricket Council presidency, vows to accelerate sport’s global influence

  • Defending champions India are scheduled to host Asia Cup later this year in T20 format
  • ACC, governing body for cricket in Asia, includes Pakistan, India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh
By Arab News Pakistan ·