video Update Saudi crown prince condemns Israeli attacks on Gaza, Lebanon

Saudi crown prince condemns Israeli attacks on Gaza, Lebanon

  • Speaking at extraordinary Arab and Islamic summit in Riyadh, he denounces Israel’s campaign in Gaza as ‘genocide’
  • He also condemns obstruction of aid efforts in Gaza and rejects any diminishing of the role of the Palestinian Authority
video By Arab News ·

Arab and Muslim leaders reaffirm support for Palestinian cause at end of Riyadh summit

Arab and Muslim leaders reaffirm support for Palestinian cause at end of Riyadh summit

  • In closing statement they reiterate their backing for the Palestinian people and the fight for their legitimate rights
  • These include the right to freedom, the right to an independent sovereign state with East Jerusalem as its capital, and the right of return for refugees  
By Arab News ·

Update Israel’s new Foreign Minister Gideon Saar speaks during a hand over ceremony at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Jerusalem. video

New Israel FM says Palestinian state not ‘realistic’

  • “I don’t think this position is realistic today and we must be realistic,” the newly appointed minister said
  • A Palestinian state would be “a Hamas state,” Saar added
By AFP ·

A beloved figure in Souq Al-Zal, Abu Radah is known for sharing his love for vintage sounds among locals and tourists alike. photos

Abu Radah and the musical heart of Riyadh’s carpet market

  • How one man’s passion is bringing Saudi musical history to life in Souq Al-Zal
By Waad Hussain ·

Climate crisis worsening already ‘hellish’ refugee situation: UN

Climate crisis worsening already ‘hellish’ refugee situation: UN

  • In a fresh report, UNHCR pointed to how climate shocks in places like Sudan, Somalia and Myanmar were interacting with conflict to push those already in danger into even more dire situations
By AFP ·

Moroccan court sentences journalist to 18 months in jail for defamation

Moroccan court sentences journalist to 18 months in jail for defamation

  • Hamid Mahdaoui was also fined $150,000 for allegedly defaming the justice minister
By Reuters ·

Moroccan court sentences journalist to 18 months in jail for defamation

Moroccan court sentences journalist to 18 months in jail for defamation

  • Hamid Mahdaoui was also fined $150,000 for allegedly defaming the justice minister
By Reuters ·