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Qatar reaffirms commitment to combating racial discrimination at UN meeting

The State of Qatar has reiterated the importance of eliminating racism and racial discrimination in all its forms, highlighting steps taken to promote equality, tolerance and social cohesion. The statement was delivered…

Pentagon announces deal with seven AI companies for classified systems

Most recent instance of department integrating with AI comes amid Anthropic standoff, concern over use in Iran war.

Jerusalem authorities warn of escalation at Al-Aqsa mosque

Officials in Occupied Jerusalem have warned of what they describe as a 'serious and systematic escalation' at the Al-Aqsa Mosque, citing increased activity by settler groups in recent weeks. In a statement, the…

German Chancellor stresses importance of US alliance after troop reduction remarks

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has reaffirmed the importance of the transatlantic military alliance with the United States, after US President Donald Trump said his administration was considering reducing the number…

Arteta Urges Arsenal to Focus on Premier League Title Push Ahead of Fulham Clash

QFZ reinforces investor support measures for business continuity

Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZ) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting investors and enabling business continuity throughout its ecosystem, as part of Qatar's coordinated national response to ongoing regional…

Municipality Minister: Workers are backbone of Qatar's municipal sector

HE Minister of Municipality Abdullah bin Hamad bin Abdullah Al Attiyah affirmed that workers across the ministry's various sectors represent the backbone of Qatar's municipal sector, praising their efforts and…

UK law professors set out why they signed open letter in support of Palestine Action

UK law professors set out why they signed open letter in support of Palestine Action Submitted by MEE staff on Thu, 04/30/2026 - 16:49 Seven of the more than 100 academics to sign an open letter submitted to the High…

Beyond the App: How Snoonu Built One of Qatar's Most Human Workplaces

As the region marks International Labour Day, Qatar's homegrown super-app stands out not just for its growth, but for the culture it has built for the people behind it. In the competitive landscape of Qatar's…

How Iranian monarchists have targeted anti-war activists

How Iranian monarchists have targeted anti-war activists Submitted by Amara Sophia Elahi on Fri, 05/01/2026 - 14:47 Supporters of Reza Pahlavi, son of the last shah, have gone to extraordinary lengths to silence their…

WHO recorded 149 attacks on health care in Lebanon

WHO recorded 149 attacks on health care in Lebanon The World Health Organization has recorded 149 attacks by the Israeli military on health care facilities and workers in Lebanon, since the start of the US-Israel war on…

Fifa Congress: Infantino tried to stage an Israel-Palestine handshake. He failed

Fifa Congress: Infantino tried to stage an Israel-Palestine handshake. He failed Submitted by Dalia Anis on Fri, 05/01/2026 - 11:33 'I cannot shake the hand of someone the Israelis have brought to whitewash their…

UAE's Opec exit seeks to hit Saudi Arabia where it hurts

UAE's Opec exit seeks to hit Saudi Arabia where it hurts Submitted by Mohamad Elmasry on Fri, 05/01/2026 - 10:12 Diverging alignments over Israel and the war on Iran are driving a deeper rift, as Abu Dhabi uses oil…

Chevron's Upstream Strength Lifts First-quarter Earnings Past Estimate

US congressmen introduce resolution condemning Hasan Piker for alleged antisemitism

US congressmen introduce resolution condemning Hasan Piker for alleged antisemitism Submitted by Ghalia Mohamed on Thu, 04/30/2026 - 15:27 Piker rejected resolution, saying: 'I have spent my entire career combating all…

Starmer accused of 'weaponising' antisemitic attack to target pro-Palestine protests

Starmer accused of 'weaponising' antisemitic attack to target pro-Palestine protests Submitted by Imran Mulla on Fri, 05/01/2026 - 11:32 UK prime minister says people who chant 'globalise the intifada' must be…

US criticises allies over failure to stop Gaza aid flotilla

US criticises allies over failure to stop Gaza aid flotilla The United States has criticised its allies for failing to stop a Gaza-bound aid flotilla that was raided and seized by Israeli naval forces earlier this week.…

French hub monitors Hormuz tensions from afar

A dozen members of the French navy scour screens for blinking lights indicating movement thousands of kilometres away near the Strait of Hormuz. Since the start of the Iran war in late February, staff at a maritime…

Man convicted of attempting terrorist attack at London's Israeli embassy

LONDON, May 1 (Reuters) - A man who last year tried to enter Israel's London embassy armed with two knives and carrying a "martyrdom note" was on Friday convicted in a London court of preparing an act of terrorism.…

Fidan speaks with Iranian top diplomat over peace efforts

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held a phone conversation with his Iranian counterpart, Abbas Araghchi, on May 1 to discuss the latest developments regarding Tehran's negotiations with Washington.