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Throne of Bilqis: Symbol of Power of Yemen's Ancient Kingdom of Saba
The Temple of Awwam, known as the Throne of Bilqis, is one of the most famous landmarks of the ancient Kingdom of Saba in Yemen. The landmark was a symbol of power of the Sabaen religious authority, and a pilgrimage site for peoples and tribes that presented offerings in supplication. Asharq A
Tense Times Ahead for Lebanon after Elections
Hezbollah's opponents might rejoice at their loss of majority in parliament but Lebanon's packed political calendar now sets the stage for protracted deadlocks at best or violence at worst. Sunday's polls passed without any major incident, in itself an achievement in a country which has a history
Berlin... Ukraine Crisis to Birth New Era Bearing Putin’s Fingerprints
Journalists are like grave diggers. They live off the tragedies of the world. They dream of being present at major turns and events that are usually soaked in blood, costly to the economy and beget refugees. They find joy in writing from within upheaval.
Will Finland and Sweden Join NATO? Five Things to Know
After decades of staying out of military alliances, Finland and Sweden are about to decide whether to apply to join NATO, as a deterrent against aggression from Eastern neighbor Russia. The Nordic neighbors are expected to act in unison, with both expressing a desire for their applications to be
Lebanon: How Will Vote Impact Crisis-hit Economy?
The Lebanese parliament voted in on Sunday will have to tackle overdue reforms required for international assistance the cash-strapped country desperately needs.
Slain Al Jazeera Journalist Was Icon of Palestinian Coverage
A veteran Al Jazeera correspondent who was shot dead on Wednesday during an Israeli raid in the West Bank was a highly respected journalist in the Middle East whose unflinching coverage was known to millions of viewers. News of Shireen Abu Akleh's death reverberated across the region.
Palestinians Facing Eviction by Israel Vow to Stay on Land
Everything here is makeshift, a result of decades of uncertainty.