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A rise in Covid-19 cases in Tunisia has prompted the European Union to remove it from its list of countries exempt from its coronavirus travel ban.
Iraqi Kurdistan is diversifying its economy as oil prices dive and the coronavirus pandemic destabilizes the economy.
IMF calls for speedy reforms in virus-hit Arab countries
The IMF has urged Middle Eastern and North African countries to speed up the pace of economic reform as coronavirus and low oil prices take their toll.
First Emirati passenger flight lands in Israel
The UAE's Etihad Airways flew its first passenger plane to Israel and back, carrying an Israeli tourism delegation to Abu Dhabi.
Netanyahu to visit Bahrain, UAE next week: report
According to reports, the Israeli Prime Minister is set to make his first official trips to the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain next week.
Israeli delegation in Bahrain to start diplomatic, commercial relations
Senior Israeli delegates are due to meet with Bahraini and American officials to sign diplomatic and commercial deals with the gulf state.
Turkish Cypriots vote for new leader amid EastMed tensions
North Cyprus on Sunday is holding a presidential vote for a new leader amid heightened tensions in the eastern Mediterranean.
Israel, Bahrain to sign diplomatic agreement on Sunday: report
Israeli and US officials will sign an agreement in Bahrain to establish the opening of embassies in the respective countries.
Iran announces its coronavirus death toll passes 30,000 killed
Iran has one of the highest rates of covid-19 in the Middle East as the country struggles under the pressure of the pandemic.
Turkey's theatres fear politics at play in coronavirus funding
Independent theatres and those associated with the opposition are being left out of relief funds.
Saudi Arabia arrests 45 in fresh 'anti-corruption' campaign
Dozens of people, including public servants, are the latest to be arrested as part of Saudi Arabia's wide-reaching anti-corruption drive.
Dubai goes kosher after Israel peace deal
Restaurants and caterers in Dubai are rushing to prepare for what they hope will be a flood of Jewish visitors arriving on new direct flights.
Hundreds of Pakistanis and Indians stranded at Dubai Airport
Hundreds of Pakistanis and Indians have been stranded at Dubai Airport since Tuesday after failing to meet stringent UAE visa requirements.
Iran coronavirus death toll hits record high
Iran marked its highest single-day record for new deaths and infections from the coronavirus.
Israel-UAE flights 'delayed to January'
An Israeli official confirmed direct flights between Israel and the UAE have been postponed until January because of coronavirus.
Fashion brands panic after Saudi 'Made In Turkey' ban
Brands such as Mango might switch suppliers after a Saudi boycott of Turkish goods.
Israel approves normalisation deal ahead of Netanyahu-bin Zayed meeting
Netanyahu said he and Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan 'agreed to meet soon' during a phonecall ahead of the Knesset's vote ...
Akinci to face Erdogan-backed rival in Turkish Cypriot election
Pro-reunification moderate Mustafa Akinci will face Ankara-backed nationalist Ersin Tatar in the race for the Turkish Cypriot presidency, which ...
Iran records highest single-day death toll from virus
Iran had just recently recorded its highest daily death toll four days earlier with 239 new fatalities.
Tunisian unemployment soars amid economic crisis
A decade on from a revolution that toppled the old regime, leaders are struggling to meet the expectations of the people, who have seen little ...
The future of medical tourism in Turkey
Turkey has become the go-to destination for self-improvement, but the pandemic has devastated one of the country's fastest growing industries.
Northern Irish man dies after dental treatment in Turkey
A local Belfast MP has described the tragedy as 'absolutely heartbreaking'.
Saudi chambers of commerce calls for Turkish goods boycott
Saudi Arabia appears to be calling for an official boycott of Turkish goods.
Israelis protest Netanyahu despite emergency regulations
Critics say restrictions on demonstrations are geared at silencing protests against Netanyahu rather than controlling the spread of Covid-19.
Egypt discovered dozens of ancient coffins from 2,500 years ago.
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