In recent months, Russian-Israeli ties have been drastically affected by Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine, triggering a war of words and accusations. In April Israel condemned Russia’s war, calling it a “flagrant violation of the international order”. It a…
These Impossible Things: Life, love, friendship, womanhood
“The main love story in this book is between three women. The love story of their friendship.” Salma El-Wardany wants to make this clear about her debut novel, These Impossible Things. For almost 400 pages the reader is invited into the lives of three …
US blames Iran’s sanctions demands for lack of nuclear deal
The United States on Tuesday blamed Iran for both sides’ failure so far to reach an agreement on reviving the 2015 Iran nuclear deal, saying Iran’s demands on sanctions-lifting were preventing progress. “What we need is a willing partner in Iran. In pa…
Palestinian-French lawyer’s family fears his deportation
Palestinian-French human rights lawyer Salah Hamouri could face deportation, his wife, Elsa Lefort, told The New Arab on Tuesday. Hamouri faces “uncertainty” after an Israeli military court on Sunday extended his detention without charges for another t…
Hajj applicants ‘spammed’ by beauty firm after using Motawif
Prospective Hajj pilgrims have reported being spammed by skincare companies after using Saudi Arabia’s new Motawif application portal. The online system was revealed recently for pilgrims from Europe and the US wishing to make Hajj. Previously, pilgrim…
India police arrest BJP youth leader for anti-Muslim remarks
Police in northern India arrested a youth leader from the Hindu nationalist ruling party for posting anti-Muslim comments on social media after derogatory remarks by another party official about the Prophet Mohammed led to a diplomatic furore, official…
Sri Lanka urgently seeks $6 billion to keep economy afloat
Cash-strapped Sri Lanka on Tuesday asked the International Monetary Fund to arrange a creditor meeting for $6 billion in loans to help keep the country afloat during its unprecedented economic crisis. Months of daily blackouts, long queues for petrol a…
India’s ruling party asks officials to exercise caution on religious issues after Islamic nations protest
Leaders of India’s Hindu nationalist ruling party on Tuesday instructed officials to be “extremely cautious” when talking about religion on public platforms after derogatory remarks about the Prophet Mohammad drew protests from Islamic nations. India’s…
Facing ‘severe’ energy crisis, Pakistan reverts to five-day work week
Pakistan will reduce its official work week to five days from six in a bid to reduce energy and fuel consumption as part of an energy conservation plan approved by the country’s cabinet on Tuesday, the information minister said. The move comes as hours…
At least 27 killed in Sudan ethnic clashes: witnesses
Heavy fighting in Sudan’s west and south has killed at least 27 people and left dozens wounded, residents said Tuesday, with the United Nations envoy saying he was “deeply concerned.” In separate incidents, clashes broke out in the restive Darfur regio…