Update Jordan moves to dissolve Muslim Brotherhood, enforce nationwide ban

Jordan moves to dissolve Muslim Brotherhood, enforce nationwide ban

  • Membership in or affiliation with the Muslim Brotherhood is now prohibited by law
  • Last week, Jordan arrested 16 members of the Muslim Brotherhood
By Arab News ·

Update Abbas urges Hamas to free Gaza hostages as Israeli strikes kill 25

Abbas urges Hamas to free Gaza hostages as Israeli strikes kill 25

  • “Hamas has given the criminal occupation excuses to commit its crimes in the Gaza Strip, the most prominent being the holding of hostages,” Abbas said
  • “Every day there are deaths. Why? Because they (Hamas) refuse to hand over the American hostage,” Abbas said of Edan Alexander
By AFP ·

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Tuesday received Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Al-Salam Palace.

Saudi Arabia, India agree to cooperate in several fields, including energy

  • Indian side expressed its appreciation to the Kingdom for its continued care of 2.7 million Indian citizens living in the Kingdom, which reflects strong ties
By Afshan Aziz ·

Update Saudi crown prince, Jordan’s king hold meeting in Jeddah

Saudi crown prince, Jordan’s king hold meeting in Jeddah

  • King Abdullah expressed pride in historical relations between Riyadh and Amman
  • Two leaders discussed recent developments in the region, particularly situation in Gaza Strip
By Arab News ·

Israel police evacuate towns as bushfires spread near Jerusalem

Israel police evacuate towns as bushfires spread near Jerusalem

  • Towns located about 20 kilometers west of Jerusalem were evacuated
  • “We do not know how this fire will develop,” Netanyahu said
By AFP ·

Harvey Weinstein’s rape retrial opens at a different #MeToo moment

Harvey Weinstein’s rape retrial opens at a different #MeToo moment

  • It’s the first time Manhattan prosecutors have detailed Sokola’s allegations
  • Emphasizing Weinstein’s onetime influence in the movie industry, Lucey said the ex-studio boss used “dream opportunities as weapons” to prey on women
By AP ·

UK Jewish group investigates members for condemning Israel’s renewed Gaza offensive

UK Jewish group investigates members for condemning Israel’s renewed Gaza offensive

  • Board of Deputies of British Jews suspends vice chair, launches procedures against 35 other members
  • Suspension follows an open letter strongly criticizing Israel for breaking ceasefire
By Arab News ·

UK Jewish group investigates members for condemning Israel’s renewed Gaza offensive

UK Jewish group investigates members for condemning Israel’s renewed Gaza offensive

  • Board of Deputies of British Jews suspends vice chair, launches procedures against 35 other members
  • Suspension follows an open letter strongly criticizing Israel for breaking ceasefire
By Arab News ·

Irish band Kneecap say Palestine statements ‘aren’t aggressive, murdering children is’

Irish band Kneecap say Palestine statements ‘aren’t aggressive, murdering children is’

  • Kneecap concluded performance at Coachella music festival by projecting 3 screens of pro-Palestinian messages
  • Sharon Osbourne, a TV presenter, said group’s performance included ‘projections of anti-Israel messages’
By Arab News ·
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem nominates Malcolm Wilson for deputy role

FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem nominates Malcolm Wilson for deputy role

  • Federation members will vote in June on whether to endorse the former British Rally champion and founder of M-Sport
  • Malcolm Wilson: There has never been a more exciting time to be in motor sport, and I know first-hand the benefits the sport brings to families and communities across the world
By Arab News ·