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Kishida aims to stabilize energy supply through Middle East trip

JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia -- Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on Sunday began his first trip to the Middle East since assuming office, aiming to pave the way for a stable mid- to long-term energy supply system in Japan amid uncertainty caused by Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Sisi's decade in power: Egyptians struggle under authoritarian rule

Ten years ago this week, Egypt's first democratically elected president was ousted in a coup d'état. Mohamed Morsi, a member of the Muslim Brotherhood, was propelled to power by the Arab Spring. His dramatic fall was orchestrated by Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, a military general who promised to bring stability to…

France 24

Manchester United told takeover risks associated with Sheikh Jassim and Sir Jim Ratcliffe's bids

Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani and Sir Jim Ratcliffe are the two frontrunners to takeover Manchester United from the Glazer family

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets thought leaders in Egypt

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on June 24 met prominent personalities in Egypt, including Hassan Allam, CEO of one of the largest Egyptian companies operating in the Middle East and North African region, and Tarek Heggy, a renowned author and petroleum strategist.

The Hindu

Q&A: Saudi Arabia’s growing influence, transfer deals and Premier League impact

N’Golo Kante and Ruben Neves are set to follow in the footsteps of Cristiano Ronaldo and move to the Middle East country.

The Independent UK

Migrant death toll nearly 3,800 for Middle East, North Africa: UN

International Organization for Migration recorded 3,789 deaths in 2022, an 11 percent jump from the previous year.

Al Jazeera

Why malaria still persists in much of Africa

We think of malaria as a problem faced only by humid, hot countries. But just over a century ago, the disease thrived as far north as Siberia and the Arctic Circle, and was endemic in 36 states of the US. We don't have specific data that far back for Thailand,…

Bangkok Post

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NEP Singapore Moves into New Connected Production Facility

New broadcast home offers expanded remote and centralized production solutions for broadcast partners in Southeast Asia and the Middle East

TV Tech

Surfing the Holyland review – balanced view of Israel from a surfboard

An Ohioan moves to Israel in this charming solo performance which offers a fresh perspective on the Middle East – plus ukulele songs

The Guardian - UK

Iraqi killed fighting for Russia's Wagner in Ukraine, says group founder

An Iraqi citizen fighting with Russia's Wagner mercenary force was killed in Ukraine in early April, the first confirmed case of a Middle East native dying in the conflict, Wagner founder Yevgeny Prigozhin told Reuters on Wednesday.

Reuters

Who are the bride and groom in Jordan's royal wedding?

He’s heir to the throne in one of the oldest monarchies in the Middle East and a descendant of the Prophet Muhammad

The Independent UK

UAE says it has stopped taking part in U.S.-led Gulf maritime coalition

The United Arab Emirates said on Wednesday it was no longer taking part in operations by a U.S.-led task force protecting Gulf shipping, which has been subjected to renewed tanker seizures by Iranian naval forces in recent weeks.

Reuters

Australia boosts its funding for famine relief

The government will commit an additional $29 million to respond to the growing crisis in Africa and the Middle East.

The New Daily

Jill Biden to promote women, youth on trip to Mideast, North Africa, Europe

Jill Biden will promote women and youth empowerment — and attend a Jordanian royal wedding — during an upcoming trip to the Middle East, North Africa and Europe

The Independent UK

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Q&A: PFL boss on Ngannou, expansion and taking on the UFC

Chairman Donn Davis says the promotion will launch regional leagues in Africa and Middle East as part of global bid.

Al Jazeera

Middle East round-up: More fighting in Sudan, despite ceasefire

Here’s a round-up of Al Jazeera’s Middle East coverage this week.

Insider UK

Brodies opens Middle East office

New Abu Dhabi outpost will primarily focus on locally serving clients in the oil and gas sector

Al Jazeera

Middle East countries face extreme heat risk, study finds

Research suggests several countries may have entire populations exposed to extreme temperatures due to climate change.

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Iran executes three men over recent protests

TEHRAN: Iran executed three men on Friday over recent protests, the judiciary of the Middle East nation said on Twitter.

Reuters

Iran executes three men over recent protests, draws protests

Iran on Friday executed three men it said were implicated in the deaths of three members of its security forces during last year’s anti-government demonstrations, drawing protests at home and abroad.

Al Jazeera

Recorded executions rise to highest in five years: Amnesty

In annual report, rights group says ‘killing spree’ was led by countries in the Middle East and North Africa.

The Independent UK

Dubai-based professional baseball league announces first franchise, Mumbai Cobras

Baseball United, which swung for the sporting history fences by establishing the first professional baseball league in the Middle East and South Asia, has announced its first franchise, the Mumbai Cobras

Reuters

Erdogan's strong showing signals "business as usual" for Mideast

The prospect of Tayyip Erdogan winning another presidential term in Turkey would once have rung alarms around the Middle East, but after taking a more conciliatory stance in recent years his strong election showing on Sunday has caused few flutters.

Reuters

Israeli foreign minister discusses Mideast with Blinken

Israel's foreign minister discussed efforts to establish diplomatic relations with additional Middle East countries in a call with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Monday, the ministry said.

Daily Mirror

Lionel Messi warned over £320m-a-year Saudi Arabia move as Fabio Capello provides verdict

The former England boss highlighted Messi’s involvement in the next World Cup as being central to the player’s decision - as he was asked about the superstar striker’s potential move to the Middle East

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