Update Bomb attack targets Turkish capital, Kurdish militants claim responsibility

Bomb attack targets Turkish capital, Kurdish militants claim responsibility

  • Blast was the first in Ankara since 2016, and comes on the day that parliament was set to open a new session.
By Reuters ·

The army shot down several of the drones but one hit its target, killing a soldier and wounding others. (File/AFP)

Yemeni soldier killed, others hurt in Houthi drone attack in Saada

  • Incident happened during parade to mark anniversary of Sept. 26 Revolution
  • 4 Bahraini soldiers were killed in similar attack last week
By Saeed Al-Batati ·

Special No reprieve from hardship in South Sudan for people fleeing Sudan conflict photos

No reprieve from hardship in South Sudan for people fleeing Sudan conflict

  • South Sudan is no stranger to humanitarian crisis, having had its own share since achieving statehood in 2011
  • Experts say the country is in no position to handle the large and sudden influx of displaced people from Sudan
By ROBERT BOCIAGA ·

Saudi Film Confex opens in Riyadh

Saudi Film Confex opens in Riyadh

  • Experts discuss how industry can help boost national economy
By Ghadi Joudah ·

Iraqi central bank chief meets with Jordanian PM, counterpart

Iraqi central bank chief meets with Jordanian PM, counterpart

  • Al-Alaq also met with his Jordanian counterpart to discuss ways to boost banking and financial ties
By Arab News ·

UK festival celebrates creativity of Arab, Muslim refugees

UK festival celebrates creativity of Arab, Muslim refugees

  • Platforma seeks to highlight migrants’ contributions to British society
  • Event promises heady mix of art, comedy, music and theater
By Arab News ·

Al-Ittihad ready for AFC Champions League challenge, coach says

Al-Ittihad ready for AFC Champions League challenge, coach says

  • Pressure ‘will not be an obstacle to us delivering the expected performance,’ Nuno Santo says
  • Saudi team will play Iranian side Sepahan in Isfahan on Monday night
By Arab News ·