Global liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports rose by 8.3 percent year-on-year in October, setting a new record for the month, the Gas Exporting Countries Forum said in its latest report.| LNG Prime
A former senior Israeli official told Breaking Defense Jerusalem should “build a trajectory that leads from the current model of the aid package to partnership.”| Breaking Defense
President Trump’s 20-point Gaza peace plan and the New York Declaration on a two-state solution have created an opening for peace in Gaza—though one that is fragile and fraught with danger. These blueprints are wide in scope but light on detail where it matters, including on stabilization support, which must be carefully designed if it […] The post Getting Stabilization Right in Gaza appeared first on IPI Global Observatory.| IPI Global Observatory
Around 1.3 billion people experience significant disability—around 16% of the world’s population. This number is generally even higher in conflict-affected areas. Yet persons with disabilities are relatively invisible in humanitarian action, peacebuilding efforts, and other activities across the peace continuum. We are now celebrating the 25th anniversary of the women, peace, and security agenda and the […]| IPI Global Observatory
Looking for some of the best things to do in Dubai with kids? Here are some fun family-friendly activities that you and your family can enjoy together!| As We Saw It
Step inside Dubai’s history on a Historic Dubai House Tour, exploring Al Fahidi’s restored homes, hidden courtyards, and museums, revealing old Dubai’s old.| The Adventures of Nicole
Turkey Book Talk #257 – Senem Aydın-Düzgit, professor of international relations at Sabanci University and director of the Istanbul Policy Centre, on her article “Foreign Policy as Domestic P…| Turkey Book Talk
A new financing facility of SAR 3.45 billion was secured for The Avenues Riyadh Towers The post Kuwait’s Mabanee upsizes financing for The Avenues Riyadh project appeared first on International Finance.| International Finance
The legacy of Middle Eastern and Caucasian carpet weaving extends far beyond mere floor coverings. These carpets represent a unique intersection of art, craft, and cultural expression. The post A Short History of Carpet Weaving and Industry first appeared on Jennifer Eremeeva.| Jennifer Eremeeva
Florida teen Mohammed Zaher Ibrahim is accused of throwing stones at Israeli vehicles. His family has not spoken with him since his West Bank arrest in February.| Los Angeles Times
7/3/2025 Syria — The White House this week announced the official easing of sanctions on Syria, a move that follows an in-person meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in May. The post U.S. Weighs Permanent Sanctions Relief for Syria After Al-Sharaa White House Visit first appeared on International Christian Concern.| International Christian Concern
The shipwreck off southern Greece, involving a large boat carrying migrants that capsized after apparently rebuffing offers of help, is just the latest case of smugglers packing vessels full of desperate people willing to risk their lives to reach continental Europe.| AP News
Tel Aviv’s historic Old Jaffa neighborhood was founded more than 4,000 years ago, and is one of the oldest port cities in the world. Over the centuries a virtual Who’s Who of civilizations and leaders have conquered and ruled the city, ideally perched on the Mediterranean Sea, including the Egyptians, Alexander the Great, the Greeks,...| Dirona Around the World
Traveling with children often requires a balance between fun adventures for the little ones and well-deserved relaxation for parents, Dubai perfectly... The post 10 Fun Things to Do in Dubai with Kids appeared first on Mommy Travels.| Mommy Travels
Balanced atop a precarious precipace in Wadi Doan, Yemen, sits the unmistakeable Husn Fort that towers above the village of Qarn Majid…| The Adventures of Nicole
The Trump-Netanyahu “Peace” for Gaza does not conform to international law and does not augur well for sustainable regional and international peace and reconciliation. The Trump-Netanyahu construct is incompatible with the UN Charter and with the erga omnes obligation of all UN member States to ensure the enforcement of Security Council Resolutions, including Resolution 242| CovertAction Magazine
Heading to Tabriz on you Iran itinerary? Here are the 9 best things to do in and around Tabriz, including the Bazaar, Kandovan, and more. Youll also find in| The Adventures of Nicole
The U.S. should defend its strategic gains in the Middle East by refusing to get involved in solving the Kingdom’s problems. The post Trump Should Welcome Saudi Pragmatism—But Not Offer Security Guarantees appeared first on The American Conservative.| The American Conservative
Gender, class, and race intersect to shape poor, low-skilled Bangladeshi migrants' experience, commodifying migrant labor and in turn (re)producing global inequalities.| E-International Relations
US President Donald Trump hosted Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in the Oval Office on November 10, less than a year since the Assad regime collapsed. The post Two views on the Syrian president’s visit to the White House—and what’s next appeared first on Atlantic Council.| Atlantic Council
Peace efforts don’t need more gleaming Abrahamic baubles, they need a genuine commitment to supporting grassroots religious peacebuilding. The post A little-discussed point in Trump’s Gaza plan could be an opportunity to build interfaith understanding appeared first on Atlantic Council.| Atlantic Council
Iraqi society faces several slow-burning stressors, from water and climate problems to over-centralization and narcotics trafficking. The post Dispatch from Baghdad: Don’t confuse the calm around Iraq’s election with stability appeared first on Atlantic Council.| Atlantic Council
The latest escalation between Egypt, Sudan, and Ethiopia coincides with a diplomatic shift from the United States. The post The Nile at a crossroads: Navigating the GERD dispute as Egypt’s floodwaters rise appeared first on Atlantic Council.| Atlantic Council
Keep up with what our experts want you to know about the Iraqi elections and the coalition building that follows. The post Tracking Iraq’s 2025 elections and coalition building appeared first on Atlantic Council.| Atlantic Council
While some have dismissed an expansion to Central Asia as “largely symbolic” this interpretation overlooks deeper implications. The post Kazakhstan joins the Abraham Accords—and redefines the geography of peace appeared first on Atlantic Council.| Atlantic Council
Only by combining military strength, diplomatic coordination, and strategic foresight can Israel keep the terrorist group in check. The post With Hezbollah rearming, Israel must heed the lessons of October 7 appeared first on Atlantic Council.| Atlantic Council
President Donald Trump announced the news during a White House meeting with Kazakh President Kassym Jomart-Tokayev and other Central Asian leaders. Our experts break down the implications. The post Experts react: Kazakhstan will join the Abraham Accords. Here’s what that means for the US, the Middle East, and Central Asia appeared first on Atlantic Council.| Atlantic Council
Regardless of the specific makeup of the next Iraqi government, it is likely that Chinese firms will continue to enjoy an advantage. The post Why China is here to stay in Iraq’s energy sector appeared first on Atlantic Council.| Atlantic Council
Ahmad al-Sharaa, once detained by the U.S. for joining Al Qaeda in Iraq, will be the first Syrian president to visit Washington since 1946.| Los Angeles Times
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is equally exuberant about the present, but far more measured in his assessments going forward.| Los Angeles Times
The whirlwind trip, which included a speech at the Knesset in Jerusalem earlier in the day, comes at a fragile moment of hope for ending two years of war between Israel and Hamas.| Los Angeles Times
The achievement of a ceasefire in Gaza has earned Trump praise from across the political aisle and from U.S. friends and foes around the world.| Los Angeles Times
The Israeli military announced it resumed enforcing the ceasefire late Sunday. Aid deliveries will resume Monday through multiple crossings after Israeli inspection, in line with the agreement, according to an Israeli security official.| Los Angeles Times
Israel and Hamas are preparing for indirect negotiations in Egypt on Monday as hopes are rising for a possible ceasefire in Gaza, where at least a dozen people were killed in continued Israeli attacks.| Los Angeles Times
Iran's regional alliance system is in ruins after Israel's campaign against Hamas and Hezbollah, leaving Tehran at its weakest since 1979.| Los Angeles Times
The Houthis have acknowledged the killing of Maj. Gen. Muhammad Abdul Karim al-Ghamari, who had been sanctioned by the United Nations over his role in the country's decadelong war.| Los Angeles Times
Gaza residents return to homes destroyed by the Israeli military during the war with Hamas. “I remember my window was there,” said one Gazan, pointing to where his house used to be.| Los Angeles Times
In this blog post, we'll unveil the 25 best honeymoon destinations that promise to create memories you'll cherish forever. The post 25 BEST HONEYMOON DESTINATIONS [2025] appeared first on A Fun Couple - Travel Blog.| A Fun Couple – Travel Blog
The United States and Israel are moving an average of 674 humanitarian aid trucks through Gaza each day, delivering more than 15,000 loads of commercial goods and medicine since the ceasefire began on Oct. 10, according to figures compiled by the U.S.-led Civil-Military Coordination Center, the multinational body running the operations, and shared with the Washington Free Beacon. They contradict Hamas claims that Israel has hampered aid distribution in Gaza—and reports from anti-Israel medi...|
In just five years, David McCloskey has gone from being a complete unknown to his current status as one of our leading writers of spy fiction, a remarkably rapid ascent. While his first three novels—Damascus Station (2021), Moscow X (2023), and The Seventh Floor (2024)—were set in the same fictional universe, centered around the CIA (where McCloskey himself spent seven or eight years as an analyst, mostly in the Middle East), The Persian marks a new departure. The post McCloskey’s Lates...|
Hamas rejects surrender in the Israeli-controlled Rafah area of Gaza, where the militant group’s fighters have entrenched themselves in defiance of a proposed resolution to the ongoing ceasefire. The group’s armed wing, the Al-Qassam Brigades, made the announcement on Sunday, as efforts to mediate an end to the standoff intensified. Sources close to the negotiations […] The post Hamas Rejects Surrender in Rafah, Demands Ceasefire Solutions appeared first on Asiaone news.| Asiaone news
The United States is working to cut Iran's Hezbollah funding as part of an ongoing effort to limit Tehran's influence in Lebanon and the broader Middle East, according to John Hurley, the U.S. Treasury Department's top sanctions official. In an interview, Hurley said the U.S. sees an opportunity to press Hezbollah to disarm and weaken Iran’s hold over Lebanese politics and security.| Asiaone news
Ulta Beauty will open its first store in the Middle East on Nov. 7, located at The Avenues in Kuwait. The store marks the beginning of Ulta’s Middle East journey in partnership with international retail franchise operator Alshaya Group. Following the opening of the Kuwait store, the brand’s regional expansion will continue with stores in […]| Retail TouchPoints
As part of the agreement, TAI will share its experience in unmanned aircraft development and production, while BAE Systems will support through coordination of regional sales to Europe and other regions, a TAI official told Breaking Defense.| Breaking Defense
In a move set to reignite the debate over using Chinese appliances at sensitive military installations, Israel has reportedly begun confiscating Chinese electric cars given to senior IDF officers, amid fears of espionage, data leaks, and national security threats linked to potential unauthorised Chinese government access. The IDF is recalling 700 Chinese electric cars, mostly […] The post “Electric Espionage”! After TikTok, Drones & Security Cameras, Now Chinese Cars Face Spying Allegat...| EURASIAN TIMES
The UN Security Council voted in favor of a US resolution to lift sanctions on Syrian President al-Sharaa, ahead of his White House. The post UN Security Council Votes to Lift Sanctions on Syrian President appeared first on The Globe Post.| The Globe Post
After two years of war, Gaza is buried under more than 61 million tones of debris and three quarters of buildings have been destroyed. The post Gaza: Buried Under 61 Million Tones of Rubble appeared first on The Globe Post.| The Globe Post
The establishment of the Real Property Division under the new ADGM Court Rules is a significant step toward supporting Abu Dhabi’s growing real estate market and addressing end-user requirements, with the Fast Track offering a route for the quick resolution of claims, providing parties with certainty and a way to resolve disputes efficiently. The post Reform in the ADGM Courts: Introduction of the Real Property Division and a Fast Track in the Commercial and Civil Division appeared first on...| Gibson Dunn
Editor’s note: In wartime, those working for peace are often viewed with suspicion and even hate by those who see peacebuilders as a barrier in their quest to defeat their adversary. Such pressure can make the life of a peacebuilder, working to rehumanize and find non-violent solutions with the other side, difficult. While such difficulties […] The post Can Environmental Diplomacy Build Peace in the Middle East? appeared first on Peace News Network.| Peace News Network
Iraq is set to hold elections on November 11. Our experts unpack the key questions looming over the landmark vote. The post Twelve questions (and expert answers) on the Iraq elections appeared first on Atlantic Council.| Atlantic Council
The Africa and MENA regions are no longer just participants in the AgriFoodTech revolution; they’re leading it. With 61 companies featured in Forward Fooding’s 2024 FoodTech 500, these regions are turning local challenges into global solutions. From Kenya’s thriving AgriTech hubs to Israel’s precision agriculture breakthroughs, Africa and MENA are shaping the future of food innovation. This post FoodTech 500 Spotlight: Africa and MENA’s AgriFoodTech Innovators Redefining Global Food...| Forward Fooding – Powering the Food & Food Tech revolution!
“Evil needs no intention—only a fool.” In […] The post “Evil Needs No Intention—Only a Fool”: A Reply to Tom Barrack’s Middle East Sermon appeared first on Nowlebanon.| Nowlebanon
State-owned LNG giant QatarEnergy is progressing with pre-commissioning activities at the first train of the North Field East LNG project in Qatar, according to EPC contractor Technip Energies.| LNG Prime
Never has the cliché that we are at a pivotal moment in Middle East diplomacy been more accurate. Yet at this critical juncture, the post of UN Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process (UNSCO) has remained vacant for months. It is time to appoint a new envoy and restore the UN’s political role […] The post It’s Time to Restore the UN’s Political Role in the Israeli–Palestinian Conflict appeared first on IPI Global Observatory.| IPI Global Observatory
The history of modern Israel and Palestine is not just a story of land, security and diplomacy. It is also a story of narratives: Who gets to define reality, whose pain counts, and whose voice carries weight in the global conversation? For decades, the pro-Israel lobby has worked tirelessly to frame Israel as the righteous,| CovertAction Magazine
The November election will not necessarily determine who the next prime minister will be, but it will provide an opportunity to shift power dynamics within the fractious Shia bloc. The post Inside the divides of Iraq’s Coordination Framework—and why they matter ahead of landmark elections appeared first on Atlantic Council.| Atlantic Council
The end of Christianity in Syria would be a great loss, because “the Church stands as a reminder to every one of the ethics of justice and human dignity as a supreme value,” says Archbishop Jacques Mourad. The Church in Syria is “dying,” a Syriac Catholic bishop warned recently, during a presentation in Rome. Archbishop […] The post “The Church in Syria is dying,” says bishop who spent months in ISIS captivity appeared first on Church in Need.| Church in Need
Compiled from snowstorms, cancelled flights and roadside recordings across Greenland, Europe and the Middle East, Jaan's Baghali defies easy categorisation. This is ambient music with ADHD: spectral, nomadic and captivating. The post Jaan – Baghali: Album Review appeared first on Discipline Mag.| Discipline Mag
Hamas understands that the fight has moved from the military to the political sphere and sees Gaza’s reconstruction—estimated at $70 billion—as the main source of power over the Gaza Strip.| WIN
“The Chinese currently have pure economic interests in the region, especially the oil, and are happy to see the US spend plenty of resources in ensuring the security of the region and the safety of its waterways that allow the flow of oil from the region and Chinese products to the Middle East," one expert told Breaking Defense.| Breaking Defense
Al-Sudani's rush to sign deals with US firms over the past few months is fundamentally about political survival, both his own and Iraq’s. The post US energy firms are returning to Iraq—but politics could undo their fortunes appeared first on Atlantic Council.| Atlantic Council
A majority of U.S. adults, as well as most Republicans, still sympathize more with the Israelis than the Palestinians. But for the first time, Democrats lean in the other direction.| Gallup.com
These books about the Silk Road show that it is more than a trail of dust winding through ancient cities—it’s a living, breathing corridor of stories, cultures, and unforgettable landscapes. If you’re an adventure lover or a history buff dreaming of camel caravans, Buddhist grottoes, or the whispers of long-forgotten bazaars, then your next journey… Read More »7 Essential Books About The Silk Road| Backpackingman
Backpacking in Oman. Oh, man, it’s going to be expensive, I thought to myself when thinking about going on an Oman trip. Oman is known as a pricey destination for the budget traveller, with a non-existent backpacking style network of hostels or cheap tours to go backpacking in Oman. Well, I can now say that I spent… Read More »Travel Guide To Backpacking In Oman| Backpackingman
Located equidistant both from metropolitan Muscat and the desert's "Empty Quarter," the Omani city of Sur makes a wonderful waypoint.| Leave Your Daily Hell
Menemen is a Turkish dish that consists of eggs, sweet peppers, tomatoes, onions and spices. The vegetables are sautéed first, the eggs are cracked over them| Travel Food Atlas
The Israeli military has been given the green light to destroy Gaza tunnels, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. The tunnels, which have been a key feature of Hamas' military strategy for years, are used for smuggling weapons, launching surprise attacks, and providing fighters with safe passage throughout Gaza. The order was issued by Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz, who emphasized that the destruction of these tunnels is central to the mili...| Asiaone news
Dana Biosphere Reserve in Jordan: Hiking into the Wild The Culture Map If you’re looking for a true nature and hiking experience in Jordan, Dana Biosphere Reserve is the place to lace up your boots. Perched between mountain and desert, this ancient biosphere reserve feels like it’s been here since the beginning of time, carved slowly by wind and silence. It’s a place you go when you […] The post Dana Biosphere Reserve in Jordan: Hiking into the Wild appeared first on The Culture Map.| The Culture Map
The Wonders of Petra: Guide to Must-See Sites and Things to Do The Culture Map What can I say about Petra that hasn’t been said before? The first time I ever visited Petra it blew my mind. For years I dreamt about visiting again but I worried that it might have changed too much, that it might have become too overcrowded and touristy, or that revisiting would spoil the memories […] The post The Wonders of Petra: Guide to Must-See Sites and Things to Do appeared first on The Culture Map.| The Culture Map
Dubai to Abu Dhabi in Style: A Simple Guide for a Seamless Luxury Day Trip This content is copyright of Luxury Travel Blogger - Carmen Edelson and cannot be used without prior consent.Two cities, one perfect day. Dubai brings energy and sparkle. Abu Dhabi brings culture and a calm pace. Put them together and you get a trip that feels rich, simple, and very smooth. The Most Comfortable Way to Travel The easiest start is private transport. Book a cab from Dubai to Abu Dhabi and set your own pla...| Luxury Travel Blogger – Carmen Edelson
