Sudan’s army chief Abdel Fattah Al-Burhan gestures to soldiers inside the presidential palace.

Sudan’s army says it has recaptured Khartoum’s airport as it seeks to liberate capital

  • Military announced seizure of the airport on social media, saying Gen. Abdel-Fattah Burhan had landed there and inspected troops
  • RSF had held the palace, the airport and large parts of the capital since the war began in April 2023
By AP ·

Houthi media reports new US strikes in capital after wave of attacks

Houthi media reports new US strikes in capital after wave of attacks

  • Washington on March 15 announced a military offensive against the Iranian-backed Houthis
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Palestinians walk amid the destruction caused by the Israeli air and ground offensive at Al-Shati camp, Gaza City on March 25. video

Israel threatens to seize parts of Gaza over fate of hostages

  • Netanyahu told parliament that “the more Hamas persists in its refusal to release our hostages, the stronger the pressure we will exert”
  • Hamas warned hostages would return “in coffins” if Israel does not stop bombing the Palestinian territory
By AFP ·

Smart solutions make life easier for growing pilgrim numbers at Grand Mosque

Smart solutions make life easier for growing pilgrim numbers at Grand Mosque

  • The system enables seamless crowd control during peak periods, facilitating smooth entry and exit processes
By Tareq Al-Thaqafi ·

Increase of US military assets in Middle East points to potential strikes on Houthis

Increase of US military assets in Middle East points to potential strikes on Houthis

  • US has deployed highly sophisticated aircraft and a second aircraft carrier to the region
  • Indications US is planning strikes on the Houthis in Yemen and possibly looking to send a strong message to Iran
By Arab News ·

Macron says a proposed European force for Ukraine could ‘respond’ if attacked by Russia

Macron says a proposed European force for Ukraine could ‘respond’ if attacked by Russia

  • “If there was again a generalized aggression against Ukrainian soil, these armies would be under attack and then it’s our usual framework of engagement,” Macron said
  • “Our soldiers, when they are engaged and deployed, are there to react and respond to the decisions of the commander in chief”
By AP ·

Trump says would ‘love’ to defund US public broadcasters

Trump says would ‘love’ to defund US public broadcasters

  • Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency will review NPR and PBS funding this week
By Reuters ·

Trump says would ‘love’ to defund US public broadcasters

Trump says would ‘love’ to defund US public broadcasters

  • Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency will review NPR and PBS funding this week
By Reuters ·

Al-Oudah Mosque restoration in Diriyah revives Najdi heritage

Al-Oudah Mosque restoration in Diriyah revives Najdi heritage

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  • Second phase of the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Project for Historic Mosques aims to preserve the mosque’s rich history and Najdi architectural heritage
  • Recognizing its cultural significance, the project will use traditional Najdi construction methods, including mud and natural materials suited to the desert climate
By Arab News ·
Tour de France champion Pogacar targets Paris-Roubaix’s cobbled ‘hell’

Tour de France champion Pogacar targets Paris-Roubaix’s cobbled ‘hell’

  • “It was initially planned for Tadej Pogacar to participate in both the E3 Saxo Classic and Gent-Wevelgem,” read UAE’s statement
  • Mauro Gianetti, UAE team manager, highlighted their concerns for the best paid member of the peloton
By AFP ·