- Nadim Shehadi sees hope for Lebanon’s economic recovery if the nation’s Shiite community is “liberated” from Hezbollah’s control
- Economist and political analyst says full normalization between Lebanon and Israel is unlikely unless the Palestinian issue is resolved
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- The Israeli military said it carried out an air strike targeting two Hezbollah operatives
- Open-air museum of ancient artworks is key to decoding past civilizations
- Drawings reveal how human beings interacted with now-extinct animals in the area
- The closures are directly linked to Israel’s renewed military actions and the increasingly volatile security situation
- UNICEF is awaiting findings from a special body tasked with assessing the scale of food insecurity in Gaza, official says
- Event features nearly 100 vendors selling jewelry, fragrances, books, clothes, sweets
- Shopping mall hosts event for sixth successive year
- Ads included listings for property developments, calls for demolition of Palestinian homes, schools, playgrounds, appeals for donations for military equipment to be used in Gaza, Al Jazeera found
- Allowing such ads might violate international law, legal experts claim
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What's a janbiya?
It is the short, curved dagger worn by men in parts of Saudi Arabia, Yemen and Oman as an accessory to their clothing. Dating back to pre-Islamic times, the iron blades used to be an essential tool for self-defense and survival. Today the janbiya is carried as an emblem of tribal identity and can command a price of tens of thousands of dollars.
Sharaan Nature Reserve
Located in AlUla, the reserve is distinguished by its unique rock formations shaped over millions of years. Protected as a safe habitat for many endangered species, Sharaan offers opportunities to explore its stunning rock formations, embark on safari trips, hike mountainous trails and camp amid its remarkable terrain.
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