A delegation from Saudi Arabia visited Damascus on Wednesday, finalising investment and partnership agreements worth over $5 billion aimed at aiding the reconstruction of war-torn Syria, as announced by the oil-rich Gulf nation. Saudi Arabia has emerged as a significant supporter of the newly established Syrian government, which came to power after Islamist-led rebels ousted…
On Thursday, Muslim pilgrims gathered atop Mount Arafat, marking the pinnacle of the annual Hajj pilgrimage. In response to the sweltering temperatures, Saudi officials urged participants to stay indoors during the hottest parts of the day. In the early hours before dawn, thousands of pilgrims converged on the hill and the adjacent plain, a site…
The political landscape in Sylhet has become increasingly contentious in 2025, as Mayor Ariful Haque Chowdhury’s recent decisions have sparked debate and prompted scrutiny of his ideological beliefs and connections. Shifts in Ideology and Inter-Party Dynamics In a significant political development, Mayor Ariful Haque Chowdhury, who has been affiliated with the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) for…
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has labeled Israel’s actions in Gaza as “genocide,” marking one of the most severe public denunciations of the nation by a Saudi official since the onset of the conflict. During a summit attended by Muslim and Arab leaders, the prince voiced his criticism of Israeli military actions targeting Lebanon…
The European Court of Justice (ECJ) has ordered Apple to pay €13bn (£11bn; $14bn) in unpaid taxes to Ireland. The European Commission has accused Ireland of granting Apple illegal tax advantages for eight years. However, the Irish government has consistently maintained its stance, arguing against the necessity of paying the tax. In a definitive ruling,…
