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Arab America Foundation Announces 40 Under 40 Awardees--Class of 2025
The 2025 Class of 40 Under 40 Reflects the Incredible Diversity and Dynamism of Arab Americans Nationwide WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Arab America Foundation announced today the awardees of its 40 Under...

UK Foreign Secretary Visits Syria
(MENAFN) UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy made history on Sunday by becoming the first senior British diplomat to visit Syria in four decades. During his visit, Lammy reaffirmed that Syria “matters hugely to the UK,” expressing strong backing for...

Lebanese Leader stresses continuous collaboration with Syria
(MENAFN) Lebanese President Joseph Aoun emphasized ongoing cooperation with Syria and cautioned against rising sectarian tensions during a meeting on Friday with members of the "National Balance" delegation—an alliance of independent journalists...

EU officially prepares list of sanctions against Israel genocidal acts
(MENAFN) The European Union is reportedly preparing a formal list of possible sanctions targeting Israel, citing alleged human rights abuses during the ongoing conflict in Gaza. According to reports, the EU’s diplomatic service is expected to...

BBC prohibits ‘high-risk’ broadcasts following anti-Israeli calls
(MENAFN) The BBC has announced a halt to live broadcasts and recordings of performances it deems "high risk," following public outrage over a controversial set by the punk-rap group Bob Vylan at the Glastonbury Festival. During their appearance,...

Lebanese President Confirms Coordination with Syria, Slams Sectarian Exploitation
(MENAFN) Lebanese President Joseph Aoun confirmed on Friday that his government maintains ongoing coordination with Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa on multiple critical issues, all while warning of attempts by "internal enemies" to provoke...

Iranian President Declares Cutting Ties with IAEA
(MENAFN) Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian announced on Wednesday the suspension of his nation's cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), a move that was reported by several media outlets. According to a local news agency,...

Somerset Asset Management Expands Operations in Europe and Middle East
SHENZHEN, China, June 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Somerset Asset Management, renowned for offering personalized wealth management services to high-net-worth individuals, families, non-profit organizations, and corporate retirement plans, is...

Iran Dismisses Israeli Missile Allegations
(MENAFN) An Iranian media outlet reported Tuesday that Iranian officials dismissed Israel's allegations of a new missile strike, emphasizing no recent attacks had been carried out. The denial comes shortly after a ceasefire was declared between...

Lebanese President Highlights Coordination with Syria
(MENAFN) Lebanese Head of State Joseph Aoun reaffirmed on Friday that there is ongoing collaboration with his Syrian peer, Ahmad al-Sharaa, on numerous matters. He also issued a cautionary note regarding plots by “internal enemies” aiming to fuel...

SOUEAST Launches S06 , S07 & S09 in Saudi Arabia, Accelerating Expansion in the Middle East
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, June 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SOUEAST has announced a major expansion into the Middle East, launching its Saudi Arabian subsidiary along with a new brand strategy. At the “EASE YOUR LIFE” event, the company debuted three...

Southeast Asia and Middle East Copper Wire and Cable Market to Witness Huge Growth by 2032
Southeast Asia and Middle East Copper Wire and Cable Market Expected to Reach $52.63 billion by 2032 - Allied Market Research WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, June 27, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Allied Market Research, titled, “Southeast Asia and...

Turkish authority detains journalists over controversial cartoon
(MENAFN) Authorities in Turkey have arrested four staff members of a satirical publication following the release of a cartoon that appears to depict the Prophet Muhammad, a figure whose visual representation is prohibited in Islam. The country’s...

Syria May Trade Golan Heights Claim
(MENAFN) Former militia leader Ahmad al-Sharaa, who took control of Syria in the previous year, might relinquish Damascus’ longstanding claim over the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights in return for official diplomatic ties with West Jerusalem,...

IAEA's inspectors withdraw from Iran after suspension of cooperation
(MENAFN) Inspectors from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) have left Iran following suspension of cooperation by Tehran, the agency confirmed on Friday. The withdrawal comes after Israel and the United States conducted a series of...

Gaza Bleeds: Israeli Strikes Claim Over Twenty Lives Since Saturday Morning
(MENAFN) Medical sources report that Israeli military operations across Gaza have resulted in at least 21 fatalities and numerous casualties since Saturday morning began. A strike targeting a former school serving as a displacement shelter in Gaza...

Intel claims US attacks on Iran resulted in limited damage
(MENAFN) Recent US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities may have caused significantly less damage than initially reported, according to intercepted Iranian communications cited by The Washington Post. The strikes were part of a joint military...

Indonesia Rolls Out Visa-Free Entry for Turkish, Brazilian Nationals
(MENAFN) Indonesia has officially rolled out a visa-free entry program for Turkish citizens, effective Thursday, marking a significant milestone in the country's immigration policy. This move, as reported by media, also extends to Brazilian...

Fire Breaks Out Near Syria’s Presidential Palace
(MENAFN) An unexpected fire broke out Friday afternoon in brushland near the al-Shaab Presidential Palace, perched on a mountain overlooking the Syrian capital of Damascus, according to local media reports and eyewitness accounts. The blaze...

Absolute Digital Media Launches Dubai HQ as Part of Global Expansion
Award-winning UK agency Absolute Digital Media launches Dubai HQ to deliver high-impact SEO, PPC, and digital growth for ambitious UAE brands. DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, July 4, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Award-winning performance agency...