Politics and Diplomacy US and Turkey Collide in Syria over Kurdish Militia In Syria, the United States and Turkey continue to collide over a Kurdish militia called the People's Protection Units, or YPG. To Turkey, the YPG is an extension of the PKK, which has launched a decades-long insurgency against Ankara inside its border. For Washington, the militia is the most effective partner in the fight against Islamic State.
Middle East Pulse: Profiles, Arts, Culture Revitalizing Siwa: Egypt's Eastern Oasis The Egyptian government has launched an initiative to restore the ancient village of Shali, in the middle of the Sawi oasis, and promote it through eco-tourism.
Middle East Pulse: Profiles, Arts, Culture Lebanon's Carnivorous Flower Two decades ago, a restauranteur bought a chunk of unique land that he considered paradise — and now he's discovered just how special it is.
Middle East Pulse: Profiles, Arts, Culture Exploring Oscar Niemeyer's Architectural Legacy in Lebanon
Middle East Pulse: Profiles, Arts, Culture NCONEN - Turkish Graffiti Artists and Public Art Student by day, commissioned artist in afternoon, rebel by night. Nconen discusses political and artistic expression thru graffiti, in Turkey, and beyond.
How Syrians Are Lifting Egypt's Economy Egypt has been a major destination for Syrians fleeing the civil war. But for Aleppo’s industrialists and garment workers, the move has also provided opportunity. Syrian investment in Egypt now accounts for as much as $800 million, according to the United Nations. Entrepreneurs have had a role in reviving the country's textile market, and lifting its struggling economy.
Breaking Through: Girls' Soccer in Jordan Dozens of international women soccer players are trekking across Jordan by foot, to help expose young Jordanian girls to the game. The ultimate goal is to level the playing field between male and female athletes.
EL-3OSBA: Egypt's Comicbook Superheroes Meet the six superheroes trying to save Egypt from corruption. The creators of El-3osba (the Gang) are using the popularity of comic book culture to address real problems affecting Egytian society.
Syrians in Lebanon mourn children killed in strike blamed on Israel by Mahmoud Zayyat | AFP | Jul 17, 2024
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