Thu, 2020-04-30 18:03 TRIPOLI: Libya’s UN-recognised government on Thursday rejected a truce unilaterally called the day before by military strongman Khalifa Haftar, saying it “did not trust” its eastern-based rival. The move follows successes on the ground for forces loyal to … read more
Thu, 2020-04-30 17:36 BEIRUT: Lebanon’s prime minister said Thursday his government will go ahead and seek financial assistance from the International Monetary Fund based on an economic and financial reform plan approved earlier in the day. Hassan Diab described the … read more
Author: AFP ID: 1588253865140100500 Thu, 2020-04-30 13:27 TSOFAR: Israeli farmers left an agricultural enclave in neighboring Jordan possibly for the last time Thursday, as the extension of a lease enabling their use of the border land expired. Ghumar, known as … read more
Author: AFP ID: 1588182166755173200 Wed, 2020-04-29 16:57 MUSCAT: Oman has ordered state-owned companies to accelerate the process of replacing foreign staff with Omani nationals, especially in senior positions, to create more jobs for its citizens. The finance ministry gave public … read more
Wed, 2020-04-29 18:57 DUBAI: As the coronavirus pandemic continues to wreak havoc on the wealth and health of nations, one small Levantine country in particular has its work cut out. A “revolution of the hungry people” is convulsing Lebanon as food … read more