Europe moves closer to imposing Libya sanctions
European Union foreign ministers are considering sanctions on three Libyans they see as blocking efforts by the United Nations to form a government of...
Saudi King Salman marks first year in power
When Saudi Arabia's king Abdullah died a year ago on Saturday, his subjects expected their country to keep a steady course under new King...
Arab women at the top of European governments
Over the past few years, women of Arab origins have been appointed to important positions in European political life. In this report, we will...
In about-face, Iraq’s maverick al-Sadr moves closer to Iran
Muqtada al-Sadr, the maverick Shiite cleric who emerged as the main winner in Iraq's parliamentary elections last month, campaigned on a platform to end...
Suicide bomber kills at least 15 outside Pakistan polio centre
A suicide bomber killed at least 15 people, most of them police, outside a polio eradication center in the Pakistani city of Quetta on...
Extended weekend lockdown for Turkey
Late last Friday, Turkish government announced a weekend lockdown for 31 cities, but given just two hours' notice, hundreds of thousands of people rushed...
U.N. officials slam hatred against Muslims
Two senior U.N. officials said Monday they are "sickened by blatant manifestations of hatred and intolerance" by public figures and others, particularly against Muslims,...
Al Rajhi Investment awards operation of 5 new hotels in Makkah and Riyadh
Al Rajhi Investment Company will sign agreements today (Wednesday) for the management and operation of five hotels in Makkah and Riyadh.
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Saudi Binladin Group sanctions won't hit current projects – Saudi official
Saudi Arabia will keep making payments to Saudi Binladin Group (SBG) for ongoing work and its review of the company's current jobs after last...
Saudi Foreign Minister warns: "Russian military aid to Assad will worsen situation"
Russian pledge for continued military support for Syria’s Bashar Assad despite growing concerns expressed by the Arab countries will further worsen the situation in...
