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Almost 160 Sri Lankans returning from Kuwait have tested positive for coronavirus, including one woman who has died.
A baleen whale washed up on Kuwait's shores on Sunday, sending social media into a storm.
Lebanon's migrant workers' plight worsens as crises multiply
Suspected suicides or escape attempts of foreign household workers have become a frequent occurrence in Lebanon, with local reports recording at least one incident a month.
Saudi Arabia begins lifting coronavirus curfew
Saudi Arabia said it is moving toward a 'post-lockdown normal'.
China in the Middle East: Tourism and soft power
The spread of the coronavirus has undermined a years-long Chinese effort to reshape the new world order with soft power.
Iranian fuel shipment reaches Venezuelan waters
Iranian fuel and oil products entered Venezuelan waters on Saturday, despite growing concerns by the US.
Saudi Arabia signals warming ties with neighbouring Iraq
Saudi Arabia will reappoint an ambassador to Iraq, a Saudi official said, adding that the kingdom is keen on cooperating with the new government.
In pictures: Muslims celebrate Eid amid lockdowns, coronavirus fears
Traditional celebrations marking the end of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan have been dampened by the coronavirus pandemic, forcing many to ...
US growing concerns over Iran-Venezuela oil tankers
Iran has sent millions of gallons of oil to Venezuela, worrying the US.
Iraq seeks Gulf funds to stave off fiscal collapse
Ali Allawi met with his Saudi counterpart in Riyadh on Friday, seeking emergency funds from the GCC to stave off an impending financial crisis ...
Qatar targets companies following unpaid salaries protest
Doha has confirmed it has taken legal action against companies in the country after migrant labourers launched a rare but peaceful protest ...
Iranian-American gunrunner to pay over $4.1M to UAE emirate
Iranian-American aviation magnate Farhad Azima has been ordered to make a multi-million dollar payout to the emirate of Ras al-Khaimah.
Kuwait and Saudi halt oil production from neutral zone
The two oil giants stopped oil production following an agreement to push up prices.
The Middle East at war with coronavirus: Top stories
Netflix releases nostalgic Arabic films for Eid under lockdown, Turkey declares 'mission accomplished' in the battle against coronavirus, and ...
Palestine rejects UAE's 'uncoordinated' coronavirus aid, sent via Israel
Palestine's health ministry has rejected 'uncoordinated' aid from the UAE, following Etihad Airways first known flight to Israel.
Five Middle East series to watch under lockdown
With many countries still under lockdown to curb the spread of Covid-19, being stuck at home can take its toll. Here are some shows to alleviate the boredom.
Saudi Ramadan TV drama criticised for pro-Israel content
Another Ramadan TV drama from Saudi Arabia has invited scrutiny
A house divided: The battle for Yemen's south
A bid by separatists to assert control over southern Yemen has pushed the country closer to fragmentation.
A weakened Haftar isn't the end of Libya's woes
Comment: In Libya, rogue General Haftar may be weakened, but his foreign backers will still act to prevent a stable, democratic government ...
Outrage over travel vlogger's Yemen stay during coronavirus pandemic
Polish social media influencer Eva Zu Beck has come under fire for her 'selfish' and 'immoral' stay on Yemen's remote Socotra island.
Turkey expands Qatar currency swap line to $15 billion
Turkey has turned to Gulf ally Qatar to secure much-needed currency amid economic pressure from the coronavirus crisis.
The revolt of Lebanon's marginalised Bangladeshi migrant workers
A riot that broke out inside a Lebanese waste management firm is the latest manifestation of an isolated migrant community's years-long struggle ...
US warns Gulf vessels to stay clear of warships
Gulf vessels should stay at least 100 metres away from US Navy ships or risk being 'interpreted as a threat', Washington has warned.
The Middle East at war with coronavirus
Contact-tracing app launches in Tunisia, Kuwaiti polygamists find a way to bypass lockdown rules and an Etihad Airways aircraft lands in ...
Tunisia was the first predominantly Muslim country to abolish the practice of polygamy in 1956.
China is using medical diplomacy as a soft power tool in the Middle East.
Oil prices and coronavirus lockdowns have had a devastating effect on Oman's economy.
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