Dubai’s economy saw a growth of 4.4% in the first half of 2025 to reach AED 241 billion, fuelled by development in healthcare, construction, and financial services, according to a news announcement from the Government of Dubai Media Office on November 9th. In the second quarter of 2025, Dubai’s GDP increased by 4.7% to AED 122 billion. What's more, it was reported last month, that the…

Dubai’s economy saw a growth of 4.4% in the first half of 2025 to reach...

Does anyone really believe that Trump’s sanctions strategy has any merit when the West ends up punishing its own workers?

Jared Kushner, US President Donald Trump's advisor and son-in-law, is in Israel for talks with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, according to The New Arab and agencies on November 10th. The talks will take place as the US-backed Gaza ceasefire deal, which was implemented on October 10th, enters its second month. The meeting is expected to occur on November 10th, although this has not been immediately confirmed by Netanyahu's office or the White House.

Jared Kushner, US President Donald Trump’s advisor and son-in-law, is in Israel for talks with...

Chinese manufacturing company Boway Alloy plans to invest $150 million (1.5 billion Moroccan dirhams) to set up a new production base in Nador, Morocco, according to Moroccan media outlets on November 10th. The move reflects a major change in Boway’s global strategy, following its decision to scrap a previous plan to set up a similar base in Vietnam. Boway has its base in Zhejiang, …

Chinese manufacturing company Boway Alloy plans to invest $150 million (1.5 billion Moroccan dirhams) to...

A new school in Dubai, which is supported by $100m in investment, is looking to champion artificial intelligence and sustainability, according to The National on November 8th. The Gems School of Research and Innovation has fees ranging from $31,500 for pupils in Foundation Stage One to $56,000 in year 12. The school opened its doors in September, and it was formally inaugurated by the President of the UAE National Olympic Committee, Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohamed.

The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has spoken about Chad being overwhelmed following the taking in of Sudanese refugees fleeing from the Darfur region, urging international assistance to help Sudanese refugees. Africanews via Associated Press reported on UNHCR Deputy High Commissioner Kelly Clements' statements on November 8th. Chad has reportedly kept its borders open, warmly welcoming refugees for decades.

The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has spoken about Chad being overwhelmed following...

US intelligence accumulated information in 2024 revealing that Israeli military lawyers spoke of "evidence that could support war crimes charges against Israel", according to the Middle East Eye via Reuters on November 10th. According to Reuters, concerns have been raised over Israeli forces "intentionally targeting civilians and humanitarian workers", while concerns that "Israel’s operations might breach international legal standards on collateral damage," have also been raised.

In official statements released by the African Union Commission, the chairman has expressed great concern over the current political tensions in Mali, Africanews reported on 10th November. Mali's capital, Bamako, has been in a state of chaos for the past few weeks following fuel blockades that have been attributed to the jihadist group, Jama'at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM). JNIM's blockade campaign has shaken public confidence in Mali's military government, which struggled to crack down on JNIM's activities as civilians…

In official statements released by the African Union Commission, the chairman has expressed great concern...

The Israeli Knesset will vote on November 10th in the first reading of a bill that will impose execution on Palestinian prisoners, according to the Middle East Eye via Israel Hayom. The proposed law, if given the green light, would apply to Palestinians convicted of killing Israelis on "nationalistic grounds", but would not apply to Israelis convicted of similar crimes.

France has now urged its citizens to leave Mali to avoid being blocked in the country amid the Al-Qaeda jihadist group's fuel blockade, which has raised security concerns, according to BBC plus agencies on November 7th. Since the fuel blockade aims to destabilise the Malian government, France has become the latest country to advise its nationals to leave Mali while commercial flights are still available, after the…

France has now urged its citizens to leave Mali to avoid being blocked in the...

Israeli settlers have attacked journalists in the Occupied West Bank, the Middle East Eye via Reuters reported on November 10th. The incident occurred near the village of Beita, and settlers were targeting activists and reporters with sticks, rocks and clubs. Two staff members of Reuters, a journalist and a security adviser were among those who sustained injuries; Al Jazeera cameraman Loay al-Saeed said masked men were running after him.

Sudan’s delegation withdrew from the UN World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) General Assembly to boycott a vote nominating an Emirati candidate as Secretary-General, according to Middle East Monitor via the Sudanese News Agency (SUNA) on November 10th. The delegation, led by Sudan’s Minister of Culture, Information, and Tourism Khalid Al-Eisir, promptly walked out of the second session, held in Saudi Arabian capital Riyadh, after delivering their address.

Sudan’s delegation withdrew from the UN World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) General Assembly to boycott a...

Israel's army declared on November 9th that it will start extensive military exercises in the West Bank and Jordan Valley, according to the Middle East Eye and agencies. In an announcement, the Israeli army said the operation would begin on the morning of November 10th and that it would occur along the border with Jordan. The statement also confirmed that the exercise will involve the redeployment of soldiers and military vehicles, within the areas. Middle East Eye and agencies

An Israeli drone attack targeted a car near al-Bisariya in Lebanon's south on November 10th, according to the Middle East Eye via the Lebanese government-friendly National News Agency. Between November 8th and 9th, at least four people were killed in separate Israeli drone attacks in Lebanon's south, despite the November 2024 ceasefire, which Israel has breached hundreds of times since its inception.

Numerous Libyan and British human rights groups have demanded an independent investigation into abuses against journalists in Libya, according to Libya Review on November 8th. The organisations have called for the immediate release of all media professionals from custody who were detained for their reporting or political views. They also demand that those curtailing press freedoms are held accountable and brought to justice.

Numerous Libyan and British human rights groups have demanded an independent investigation into abuses against...

Angola will celebrate 50 years of independence from Portugal on November 11th, according to Africa News and agencies on November 10th. The Central African nation declared independence from its occupying power on November 11th, 1975, after a 13-year war. However, the country continues to face economic and political turmoil, including being added to an EU blacklist over accusations of money laundering and financing terrorism.