Author: Steven Sahiounie

Syria strongly condemned the brutal crime committed by the Israeli occupation today against Palestinians who were waiting to receive food aid west of Gaza City, noting that most countries and peoples of the world protested against the continuation of genocide in Gaza as the International Court of Justice issued obligatory orders to stop the Israeli massacres, but the US-backed occupation entity confirms that it will not comply with international legitimacy, international law or international humanitarian law. “The racist Zionist entity has once again revealed its bloody and fascist face through the massacres it has been committing for approximately five months…

Israel is reviewing possible curbs on access to Al Aqsa mosque in Jerusalem over the upcoming Ramadan fasting month, a government spokesperson said after media reports that the far-right minister for police might be overruled on the issue.Al Aqsa, Israel’s third-holiest shrine, is a focus of Palestinian statehood hopes. The site is also revered by Jews as vestige of their two ancient temples. Israeli controls on access have often stoked political friction, especially during Ramadan.National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir said last week there would be a quota for members of Israel’s 18 percent Muslim minority who wish to take part…

Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi on Thursday received Gen. Abdel Fattah Al-Burhan, president of the Transitional Sovereignty Council of Sudan, at Cairo International Airport. An official reception ceremony took place at Al-Ittihadiya Palace, at which the national anthems were played and guards of honor inspected. The meeting focused on recent developments in Sudan and efforts to resolve its crisis. The main goal is to restore stability while ensuring sovereignty, unity, and cohesion of the Sudanese state and its institutions. The meeting was an attempt to meet the Sudanese people’s desire for safety and stability. Ahmed Fahmy, the presidential spokesman, said…

Steven Sahiounie, journalist and political commentator YouTube video Israelis are in the streets protesting against their government. Their grievances are many, and the protesters might be standing shoulder to shoulder with a fellow Israeli citizen, but have very different reasons for coming out on cold February nights. Mounted Israeli security services have used water cannons, and batons against protesters, and many have been arrested for something that in a democratic country should be tolerated, and admired as a basic right. On Saturday night in Tel Aviv, the police arrested 21 persons protesting. The biggest group of protesters are angry that…

RIYADH: Over $40 billion of green hydrogen and renewable energy investments could be on the way to Egypt’s Suez Canal Economic Zone after a host of new agreements. 

RIYADH: Office space rents across all grades in Riyadh rose in 2023 due to increased demand from national and international occupiers, a study showed.

RIYADH: Jordan’s energy and green economy sectors are set to receive over $100 million in investment annually, according to a top official.

RIYADH: Discussions on investing in human capital in the Global South must consider the effects of geopolitical tensions, refugee crises, and disease outbreaks, a panel of experts said. 

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Tadawul All Share Index rallied for the third consecutive day, gaining 19.44 points to close at 12,630.86. 

RIYADH: The School of Public Policy at the King Abdullah Petroleum Studies and Research Center will commence offering masters degree courses in September 2024, confirmed a top official.