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Saturday’s AFCON showdown between Nigeria and Tunisia could potentially decide who finishes top of Group C.Who: Nigeria vs Tunisia What: CAF Africa Cup of Nations Where: Fez Stadium in Fez, Morocco When: Saturday, December 27, at 9pm (20:00 GMT) How to follow: We’ll have all the build-up on media Sport from 17:00 GMT in advance of our text commentary stream.Nigeria were left to rue their inability to convert chances in their opening match, and the former champions can ill afford a repeat when they face a resolute Tunisia side in Saturday’s pivotal clash in Fez.Recommended Stories list of 3 itemslist 1…
Statement comes day after Saudi Arabia told Yemeni separatists to withdraw from eastern governorates seized this month.The United Arab Emirates has welcomed Saudi Arabian efforts to support security and stability in Yemen and remains committed to backing stability in the country, the UAE’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said.The UAE statement on Friday came a day after Saudi Arabia said it hopes Yemen’s main southern separatist group, the Southern Transitional Council (STC), will end an escalation and withdraw its forces from the eastern provinces of Hadramout and al-Mahra.Recommended Stories list of 3 itemslist 1 of 3Analysis: Yemen’s future after the separatist…
Ceremony held at hospital destroyed by Israel highlights toll of two-year war on Gaza’s medical system.A cohort of 168 Palestinian doctors have received their advanced medical certifications in Gaza amid the rubble of what was once the Palestinian territory’s largest hospital.The graduation took place in front of the destroyed facade of the al-Shifa Medical Complex in Gaza City on Thursday. It was a symbolic act of resilience as the doctors, calling themselves the “Humanity Cohort”, completed their Palestinian Board certifications under extraordinary circumstances after two years of Israel’s war.Recommended Stories list of 3 itemslist 1 of 3Palestinian couple’s wedding turned…
I had just begun my third year studying English translation at university when the war started. The onslaught turned my life upside down – it erased colours, shattered dreams, and broke my spirit. University education – the centre of my life and ambition – stopped. Gaza itself came to a standstill amid unprecedented destruction.Like all families in Gaza, my family and I have suffered greatly during this war. Two years of genocide robbed us of our health and sense of stability. We were forced to flee 10 times, moving from northern Gaza to Khan Younis in the south, then to…
Public debt reaches $14.6bn, exceeding GDP, while unemployment in Gaza hits a staggering 77 percent by late 2025.Ramallah, occupied West Bank – The Palestinian economy is undergoing a severe downturn, driven by Israel’s continued assault on Gaza, intensified restrictions on movement and trade in the occupied West Bank, and a sharp decline in both domestic and external financial resources.As the Palestinian government struggles to manage an escalating fiscal crisis, official data and expert assessments warn that the economy is approaching a critical threshold – one that threatens the continuity of state institutions and their ability to meet even basic obligations.Recommended…
As agentic AI becomes integral to Gulf operations, experts outline a comprehensive strategy to protect autonomous systems against rising threats. The rapid integration of agentic artificial intelligence across Middle Eastern industries—from healthcare and finance to public services—marks a significant shift in the region’s technological landscape. With Gartner forecasting that 33% of enterprise applications will embed agentic capabilities by 2028, Gulf nations are not only adopting AI but positioning themselves as global leaders in its deployment. However, this transformation brings unprecedented cybersecurity challenges, requiring a new approach to protecting what experts now refer to as the “AI agent workforce.” Navigating Sovereignty…
AlHind Air secures Indian regulatory approval, to start with ATR fleet and later introduce Airbus A320 for Middle East routes DUBAI: The AlHind Group, a Dubai-based travel and tourism conglomerate, has received regulatory approval to launch AlHind Air – a new domestic airline in India that plans eventual expansion to the UAE and other international destinations. The Indian Ministry of Civil Aviation granted a No-Objection Certificate (NOC) to the carrier, clearing the first major hurdle toward operational launch. The approval comes amid efforts to increase competition in India’s aviation sector following recent mass flight cancellations by existing carriers. From Travel Agency…
Wembanyama, Fox lead San Antonio to eighth straight win; Knicks complete epic comeback and Rockets roll past Lakers in holiday slate. The San Antonio Spurs delivered a defining Christmas Day performance, defeating the Western Conference-leading Oklahoma City Thunder 117-102 to extend their winning streak to eight games. The victory marks the Spurs’ third win over the Thunder this season, solidifying their status as a formidable challenger. Despite coming off the bench, Spurs phenom Victor Wembanyama recorded 19 points and 11 rebounds, while De’Aaron Fox led all scorers with 29 points. Oklahoma City, which started the season 24-1, has now lost…
SDF Commander Abdi commits to political integration with Damascus, but decentralization demands and Turkish warnings complicate the path forward. DAMASCUS — The commander of Syria’s Kurdish-led forces stated on Thursday that “all efforts” are being made to save a stalled political deal with the central government, following recent deadly clashes that threatened to derail the fragile negotiation process. Mazloum Abdi, head of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), reaffirmed his commitment to a March agreement with Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa. The deal aims to integrate the Kurds’ semi-autonomous administration in the northeast into the Damascus government. “All efforts are being made to…
Ex-President Yoon Suk Yeol Faces Multiple Trials; Separate Insurrection Charge Carries Potential Death Penalty SEOUL — Prosecutors on Friday requested a 10-year prison sentence for former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol on charges related to his 2024 declaration of martial law. The case stems from Yoon’s controversial order on December 3, 2024, which temporarily suspended civilian rule and triggered nationwide protests and a parliamentary crisis. The Constitutional Court removed him from office in April. In the current trial, prosecutors accused Yoon of obstruction of justice, alleging he excluded cabinet members from a key martial law meeting and later blocked…