In Iraq’s Ewaynat village, farmers face growing uncertainty as climate change disrupts traditional agriculture. With drought and erratic rainfall threatening livelihoods, communities are turning to climate-smart techniques to adapt, reduce costs, and preserve farming traditions
Oil prices dropped and global stock markets rebounded after Trump postponed strikes on Iran, citing talks. However, Tehran denied negotiations, leaving uncertainty around the conflict and its impact on energy supply and global markets
A ramming and stabbing attack across northern Israel left two people dead on Friday, police said, as the suspect was shot and wounded by a civilian. The incident comes amid rising Israeli-Palestinian violence and military escalation
Along Iraq’s Tigris River, dwindling water levels and rising pollution jeopardize daily life and ancient belief. For the Mandaeans, whose religion requires flowing river water, the river’s decline threatens rituals, community survival, and a spiritual heritage spanning millennia of history
Mohamed Salah’s fiery interview triggered fierce criticism in Britain, yet in Egypt it ignited overwhelming support. In Cairo, Salah is more than a footballer — he is identity, pride, and a living national monument
An Iranian Nobel Peace Prize laureate says she was beaten and hospitalised after her arrest at a memorial ceremony, with family accounts contradicting official claims and drawing swift condemnation from the Nobel Committee, filmmakers, and international human rights organisations worldwide
A record 339,000 fans attended the 2025 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, combining high-stakes racing, a historic Formula 1 finale, and headline concerts by global music stars, marking one of the most successful editions ever staged at Yas Marina Circuit
Iranian security forces have violently arrested Nobel laureate and women’s rights activist Narges Mohammadi, alarming supporters worldwide and prompting urgent calls for her safety, transparency over her whereabouts, and an end to Iran’s widening crackdown on dissent and peaceful activism
The National Centre for Meteorology warns that moderate to heavy rainfall will persist across Saudi Arabia, with thunderstorms, hail, and strong winds posing risks of flash floods in multiple regions. Residents are advised to stay alert and follow safety guidance
Organisers of Seattle’s Pride Match say celebrations will go ahead during the Egypt–Iran World Cup fixture, rejecting pressure after the Egyptian FA demanded FIFA halt LGBTQ+ events planned around the Group G encounter
The landmark Saudi-Qatar rail agreement promises faster travel, billions in economic benefits, and deeper Gulf cooperation. The 785km high-speed line will link Riyadh and Doha, serving millions of passengers and strengthening trade, tourism, and sustainability goals
A second US deportation flight carrying Iranian nationals has arrived in Iran, officials confirmed, raising alarm among human rights advocates who warn that some deportees face persecution, imprisonment, or worse upon return
A toddler’s killing near a displaced families’ camp in southern Gaza has renewed scrutiny of Israel’s ceasefire commitments, civilian safety, and international efforts to transition the war-torn enclave toward a lasting political solution
In Iraq’s Ewaynat village, farmers face growing uncertainty as climate change disrupts traditional agriculture. With drought and erratic rainfall threatening livelihoods, communities are turning to climate-smart techniques to adapt, reduce costs, and preserve farming traditions
Oil prices dropped and global stock markets rebounded after Trump postponed strikes on Iran, citing talks. However, Tehran denied negotiations, leaving uncertainty around the conflict and its impact on energy supply and global markets
New analysis of the Bahrain explosion suggests a Patriot missile may have caused the blast, challenging earlier claims of an Iranian drone strike and raising serious accountability concerns
Dozens of settler attacks swept Palestinian villages overnight after a teenager’s death, leaving homes burned, civilians injured, and authorities struggling to contain escalating violence across the occupied West Bank
