Author: Wed, 2019-05-01 22:24 BEIRUT: Fighting in northwestern Syria has displaced nearly 140,000 people since February, the UN said on Wednesday, as the regime and its ally Russia have stepped up their bombardment. “Since February, over 138,500 women, children and men … read more
Author: Wed, 2019-05-01 22:10 AL-MASHAHADA, IRAQ: After plentiful winter rains, Iraq is heading into summer with overflowing reservoirs and lush marshes. But don’t be fooled, observers warn: Its water woes and related protests are not over. Far from last year’s shortages, … read more
Author: AFP ID: 1556727526559101500 Wed, 2019-05-01 16:14 ALGIERS: Algeria’s army chief called Wednesday for dialogue between protesters and state institutions, a day after pushing back against demonstrators’ demands for top politicians to quit. “I remain entirely convinced that adopting constructive … read more
Author: Tue, 2019-04-30 22:57 HBEIT: Shelling of areas in northwestern Syria in the past three days has damaged a medical center and put two hospitals out of service, the United Nations said on Tuesday. “The UN is deeply disturbed by three … read more
Author: Tue, 2019-04-30 22:43 TUNIS: Italy’s prime minister and an array of top ministers on Tuesday were visiting Tunisia, a strategic and economic partner whose shared concerns include migration and the North African country’s unstable neighbor, Libya. Present for the intergovernmental … read more