Kuwait prohibits all cryptocurrency use in new virtual assets ban Users of cryptocurrencies and other virtual assets in Kuwait would be subject to Kuwait’s 2013 money laundering and terrorist financing laws. Kuwait
Jordan’s LGBTQ community faces increased attacks, including from Islamists Jordan’s LGBTQ community is increasingly under attack, leaving them with few options and spaces for safety. Jordan
Breaking | Last Updated: July 20, 2023, 10:59 am Turkey’s Central Bank hikes interest rates to 17.5% The 250 basis point rise was lower than analysts' expectations, many of whom advocate for a steeper hike. Turkey
Israel signs deal with US to join visa waiver program Israel’s Ambassador Mike Herzog and US Ambassador Tom Nides signed a memorandum of understanding which should remove the last hurdle on Israel’s way to join the program. Israel
Iran shrugs off fresh US reinforcements in Persian Gulf, boasts drone power The latest episode of potential US-Iran tensions in the Persian Gulf ensued Iranian encounters with commercial vessels in the strategic oil passage, the Strait of Hormuz. Iran
Popular Mexican food chain Chipotle coming to UAE, Kuwait The fast-food giant that specializes in Mexican food is one of the biggest in the United States. Gulf
Herzog downplays fissures in ‘unbreakable’ US-Israel relationship Israeli President Isaac Herzog wrapped up a two-day visit to Washington on Wednesday with a speech that some progressive Democrats boycotted over Israel's treatment of the Palestinians. Israel
Morocco king invites Israel’s Netanyahu for visit following Western Sahara recognition Only two days after Israel recognized Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara, King Mohammed VI invited Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for a visit. Israel
Algeria, China sign 19 agreements during Tebboune's visit, including energy, technology Xi Jinping received Abdelmadjid Tebboune and his delegation at Beijing's Great Hall of the People to discuss bilateral relations. Algeria
