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Long standing tensions between the neighbouring countries have been further frayed as Egypt retaliates to strengthening Sudan-Turkey ties.
The Dubai-based flight operator will resume flights to Tunisia, marking the end of the row over discrimination that began when Emirates subjected Tunisian women to stringent security checks.
Turkish FM seeks to mend ties with Germany
The Turkish minister has expressed his desire for smoother relations with Berlin, as German's Foreign Ministry reveals that 'difficult issues' will be discussed during talks.
Pakistan denounces 'counterproductive' US security aid suspension
Animosity between the two countries, which began after President Trump accused Pakistan of sheltering militants, has escalated after Washington ...
Saudi-led strikes on kill dozens in Yemen
Dozens of rebels and civilians were killed by Saudi-led airstrikes in the past ...
'We've put our man on top': Trump on MbS
Donald Trump alleges he installed Mohammed bin Salman as Saudi Arabia’s crown prince, according to a tell-all book by author and political muckraker Michael Wolff.
France seeks greater role for West in Syrian crisis
Macron said the international community should not give ground to certain powers which think that just a few will be able to find a lasting solution for Syria.
Erdogan accuses US, Israel of 'meddling' in Iran, Pakistan
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan accused the United States and Israel of meddling in Iran and Pakistan.
Qatari-owned jewels stolen in Venice museum theft
The stealthily operated heist of one-of-a-kind jewels from the famous Doge's Palace has Italian police scratching their heads.
Turkey dismisses banker's US conviction over Iran sanctions-dodging
Turkey's foreign ministry has criticised 'US interference' after state bank executive Mehmet Atilla was found guilty in New York of helping Iran ...
Pro-government rallies planned in Iran after Friday prayers
Pro-government rallies are due to reach Tehran on Friday with authorities seeking to put the past week's unrest to bed.
Erdogan says US verdict part of 'plots' against Turkey
The trial implicated former Turkish ministers and even Erdogan in the Iran sanctions busting scheme.
Poland will 'not take refugees from the Middle East'
The Polish government will not take refugees from the Middle East, refusing to meet EU’s mandatory refugee quota.
Egyptian hot air balloon crash 'kills one, injures 12'
A South African tourist has been killed and at least 12 others have been injured after an accident near the ancient Egyptian city of Luxor.
Turkey seeks arrest of 68 'Gulen-linked' Bank Asya shareholders
Turkish authorities are seeking the arrest of 68 shareholders of Bank Aysa in ...
Trump to Jong-Un: My nuke is bigger than yours
Donald Trump has warned Kim Jong-Un that he has a nuclear button on his desk bigger than the North Korean ruler's in the latest outburst between the two leaders.
Israel to expel 40,000 African migrants
Israel moved to implement its plan to close a migrant detention centre and prepare to deport 40,000 Africans who entered the country illegally.
Imprisoned Kuwaitis form political bloc demanding reforms
Kuwait's Democratic Party was launched this week by four Kuwaitis sentenced to prison in late November, although the Gulf state does not allow the formation of political parties.
Palestinian Authority to resume electricity payments to Gaza
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas intends to resume electricity payments that were halted in June which have led to chronic electricity ...
Israeli MPs approve 'death penalty for terrorists' bill
The bill approved by Israeli MPs would ease the requirements military courts must meet to sentence to death those convicted of "terrorist" ...
Iran: Telegram ban lifted only if 'terrorist' content removed
As anti-government protests continue to engulf Iran, the government has blocked social media apps in the hopes of curbing the unrest.
Iran protests: Head of Guards announces 'end of sedition'
The head of Iran's Revolutionary Guards declared the "end of the sedition" on Wednesday amid pro-government rallies which followed six days of unrest.
Banks 'reticent' to work with Sudan, admits finance minister
Sudanese Finance Minister Mohammed Osman al-Rikabi said on Tuesday that banks across the world are still wary of working with Khartoum despite the US ending a trade embargo.
Egypt singer detained over racy music video
A female Egyptian singer has been detained for four days after a video of her latest song sparked controversy in the country.
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