Senior Turkish retail executive forced out after criticizing government economic policy The chief operator of Turkey’s largest discount chain resigned from a retail association post after threats from Erdogan's ally Nationalist Movement Party. Turkey
Iran produces pickup truck in compliance with EU emission standards Khodro’s Foton Tunland complies with the European Union’s Euro VI emission standards for heavy vehicles. Iran
Israeli security agencies concerned over rise in settler violence in West Bank The number of Israeli settlers attacking Palestinians is on the rise, and the severity of the attacks is also increasing. Israel
As Turkey’s inflation slows in November, all eyes now on pay hikes Despite the fall in the annual inflation rate, Turkish consumers are likely to face monthly price increases averaging 3% to 4% in 2023. Turkey
Israel’s president in UAE after historic visit to Bahrain Israel's President Isaac Herzog is in Bahrain, the next stop on his historic tour. Israel
Netanyahu to visit UAE Already before assembling his government, Prime Minister-designate Benjamin Netanyahu prepares his first visit abroad — to Abu Dhabi. Israel
China’s Xi heads to Saudi Arabia, adding strain to US ties Xi's visit to Saudi, the first in six years, will include two summits with Arab and GCC leaders and could see an agreement on nuclear technology Gulf
Israelis outraged over Netflix film showing IDF murdering Palestinians Israeli actress Nataly Dadon canceled her Netflix subscription, protesting against the streaming giant adding the anti-Israeli/anti-IDF film "Farha" to the platform. Israel
Some Egyptian companies still dealing with Russia's alternative financial system Some Egyptian companies are secretly dealing with a Russian alternative financial system, in anticipation of international sanctions by the United States. Egypt
Egypt launches first city on metaverse Egypt opens the first city on the metaverse inspired by Egyptian civilization. Egypt
Tunisian fans walk away from World Cup with moral boost amid economic hardships The historic win over France in Qatar has given Tunisian fans a morale boost in times of economic crisis and soaring cost of living. North Africa