Some gaps have narrowed in elusive Gaza ceasefire deal, sides say

Some gaps have narrowed in elusive Gaza ceasefire deal, sides say

  • Palestinian official familiar with the talks said some sticking points had been resolved
  • But identity of some of Palestinian prisoners to be released by Israel in return for hostages yet to be agreed
By Reuters ·

Defense minister acknowledges Israel killed Hamas leader in Iran

Defense minister acknowledges Israel killed Hamas leader in Iran

  • The comments by Israel Katz appeared to mark the first time that Israel has admitted killing Ismail Haniyeh
  • Katz said the Houthis leadership would meet a similar fate to that of Haniyeh
By AP ·

Israel’s Netanyahu orders military to ‘destroy’ Houthis

Israel’s Netanyahu orders military to ‘destroy’ Houthis

  • Also said Israel had solidified its stance as “regional power”
  • Added he planned to expand Abraham Accords with Israel’s “American ally”
By Reuters ·

Saudi Arabia chairs first meeting of Council of Arab Cybersecurity Ministers in Riyadh photos

Saudi Arabia chairs first meeting of Council of Arab Cybersecurity Ministers in Riyadh

  • Head of Kingdom’s National Cybersecurity Authority says aim of Saudi proposal to establish council is to safeguard vital regional interests and foster cooperation
  • Participants include senior officials and ministers in Arab League states, and the organization’s secretary-general, Ahmed Aboul Gheit
By Arab News ·

Israel says intercepted projectile fired from Yemen

Israel says intercepted projectile fired from Yemen

  • “Rocket and missile sirens were sounded following the possibility of falling shrapnel from the interception”
By AFP ·

German president urges unity after ‘dark shadow’ of Christmas market attack

German president urges unity after ‘dark shadow’ of Christmas market attack

  • Steinmeier recognized that there was a “great deal of dissatisfaction about politics” in Germany but insisted that “our democracy is and remains strong”
By AFP ·

Saudi Arabia to welcome Middle East’s first TRIBE hotel in King Salman Park

Saudi Arabia to welcome Middle East’s first TRIBE hotel in King Salman Park

  • TRIBE Riyadh King Salman Park hotel will feature two restaurants, meeting facilities, banquet hall, gym, and swimming pool
  • TRIBE Living will introduce 150 apartments ranging from studios to three-bedroom units
By Nirmal Narayanan ·

MIT Technology Review Arabia unveils 2024 ‘Innovators Under 35 MENA’ award winners

MIT Technology Review Arabia unveils 2024 ‘Innovators Under 35 MENA’ award winners

  • Saudi Arabia saw significant recognition this year, with five of its innovators earning awards
  • Innovators’ work range from groundbreaking genetic research to eco-friendly technologies and advanced health diagnostics
By Arab News ·

MIT Technology Review Arabia unveils 2024 ‘Innovators Under 35 MENA’ award winners

MIT Technology Review Arabia unveils 2024 ‘Innovators Under 35 MENA’ award winners

  • Saudi Arabia saw significant recognition this year, with five of its innovators earning awards
  • Innovators’ work range from groundbreaking genetic research to eco-friendly technologies and advanced health diagnostics
By Arab News ·