Source: Al Arabiya
Security & Justice
Israeli Strikes Kill at Least Two Medics in South Lebanon
Israeli strikes on villages in south Lebanon killed at least two medics early on Saturday, the Lebanese health ministry said, as Beirut’s southern suburbs were bombarded for a fifth consecutive day.
Saturday, November 16, 2024
Assurances Keep Beirut Airport Running Despite Conflict
Beirut Airport remains operational despite the ongoing conflict, with authorities implementing stringent safety measures to maintain civilian operations. While the facility has been spared direct attacks since the onset of hostilities in September, its hallways and terminals are largely deserted, reflecting the subdued atmosphere in a country grappling with uncertainty.
Friday, November 15, 2024
Opinion
The Challenges for Lebanon if It Gets into Bed with BRICS
Lebanon’s profound economic crisis has ignited a debate over the best route to recovery, with some voices advocating for a pivot away from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in favor of the BRICS bloc as an alternative source of support. Given Lebanon’s complex political structures, deep-rooted alliances, and economic challenges that resonate with those faced by BRICS countries, closer alignment with this emerging bloc appears increasingly plausible. Yet, a shift toward BRICS, while potentially appealing, necessitates a nuanced examination of both its prospective benefits and the challenges Lebanon would face in embarking on this path.
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
The Trump Transition Could Give Us Clues on His Plans for Ukraine and the Middle East
By electing Donald Trump president for the second time and handing his Republican Party a majority in the Senate, US voters have given a ringing endorsement to his vision to “Make America Great Again”. This is a movement that, among other things, combines transactionalism with a continued commitment to project Washington’s primacy on the global stage.
Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Sports
Alcaraz Beats Rublev to Open ATP Finals Account
Carlos Alcaraz opened his account at the ATP Finals on Wednesday with an entertaining 6-3, 7-6 (10/8) win over Andrey Rublev which boosted his hopes of reaching the semifinals.
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Ecuador's Angulo, 22, Dies a Month After Car Crash
Ecuador international Marco Angulo has died at the age of 22 just over a month after being seriously injured in a car crash, his club has announced.
Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Thursday 12 September 2024 13:25:15
Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh Air Begins Noncommercial Flights Ahead of Expected Launch
Saudi Arabia’s new airline, Riyadh Air, began on Thursday operating noncommercial flights ahead of its expected official launch next year.
The first flight, RX5001, commenced from Riyadh to Jeddah as part of the airline’s Air Operator Certificate (AOC) process that is required by the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA).
“Over the coming months, we will be operating a number of rotations to domestic and international destinations as part of the flying program,” Riyadh Air said in a statement.
The Saudi General Authority of Civil Aviation on Thursday praised the move saying that “this step marks an important milestone in the delivery of the” Kingdom’s aviation strategy.
Riyadh Air, announced in March 2023 by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, is expected to add $20 billion to non-oil GDP growth, and create more than 200,000 direct and indirect jobs.
Shortly after the announcement, Riyadh Air placed an order for wide-body Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners.
The airline said in the statement issued on Wednesday that it will be using a 787-9 leased from the Kingdom’s other airline, Saudia.
Riyadh Air is scheduled to start operations in 2025 with plans to fly to over 100 destinations worldwide by 2030.
The company is wholly owned by the Kingdom’s Public Investment Fund (PIF). The CEO is Tony Douglas, who was previously chief executive of Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Airways.