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Palestinian ambassador Husam Zomlot to run for Fatah's central committee

Palestinian ambassador Husam Zomlot to run for Fatah's central committee Submitted by MEE staff on Fri, 05/15/2026 - 09:52 The ambassador to the UK, who is originally from Gaza, announced his intention to run on Friday…

How the fall of Starmer will reshape British policy on Israel

How the fall of Starmer will reshape British policy on Israel Submitted by Imran Mulla on Thu, 05/14/2026 - 17:21 Whoever becomes prime minister can be expected to take a more strident position on the Middle East…

Global Design Forum Istanbul takes place at Topkapı Palace

The Istanbul edition of the Global Design Forum, the thought leadership platform held for more than 15 years at the Victoria and Albert Museum as part of the London Design Festival, officially began on May 14.

Jerome Powell: Steering the US Fed through COVID-19 and political pressures

Trump’s aggressive push for interest rate cuts shaped Powell’s Fed legacy during his tumultuous leadership.

UK health minister resigns in new blow to PM Starmer

Wes Streeting announced Thursday that he has resigned as Britain's health minister, paving the way for a potential leadership challenge against embattled Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

GORD, Barzan University College to advance sustainability-driven higher education and research

The Gulf Organization for Research and Development (GORD) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Barzan University College (BUC), a leading higher education institution in Qatar affiliated with Swinburne…

UK Health Secretary Wes Streeting resigns from government

In a statement, Streeting said that he no longer had 'confidence' in Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s leadership.

Labour’s Angela Rayner says she has been cleared over UK tax affairs

Rayner says she has been cleared by HMRC, paving the way for a potential Labour leadership challenge.

Starmer faces Labour Party leadership challenge

Prime Minister Keir Starmer's future remained uncertainon Thursday as key members of his Labour Party prepared to challenge his leadership following calls by dozens of his fellow lawmakers to step down.

China will do what it can to reopen Strait of Hormuz, Bessent says

WASHINGTON, May 14 (Reuters) - U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Thursday that reopening the Strait of Hormuz is in China's best interests and he believes Beijing will do what it can to reopen the waterway.…

Palestinian Fatah party to elect leaders for first time in decade

Palestinian Fatah party to elect leaders for first time in decade Palestinian president Mahmoud Abbas's Fatah movement is due on Thursday to elect a new central committee for the first time in 10 years, as it faces…

Starmer Faces Possible Leadership Challenge, Vows to Fight On

Korea's President, US Treasury Secretary discuss enhancing cooperation

South Korean President Lee Jae-myung discussed today ways to enhance economic cooperation and joint coordination with US Treasury Secretary Scott Besseent.The President stressed the importance of enhancing economic…

Trump administration offers $100m in aid to Cuba in exchange for reform

Amid an oil blockade against the island, the US blames Cuba's communist leadership for 'standing in the way' of aid.

QSTP unveils $30mn venture fund to back deep tech pioneers

Qatar Science and Technology Park (QSTP), a member of Qatar Foundation, has unveiled a $30mn Tech Venture Fund, marking a decisive stride into the country’s deep tech future and naming its inaugural cohort of…

Gaza board envoy says ceasefire holding but ‘far from perfect’

The high representative for Gaza in US President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace yesterday said the fragile ceasefire in the Palestinian territory was holding despite daily violations. “We have a ceasefire. It is…

Turkish ambassador underlines significance of FM’s visit to Doha

The recent visit of the Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan to Doha carries exceptional significance, as it comes at a highly sensitive regional time characterised by increasing challenges and critical developments,…

MESIS holds Investiture Ceremony 2026–27

MES Indian School, Abu Hamour Branch (MESIS) celebrated the Investiture Ceremony in the esteemed presence of chief guest Ashraf Sharafudheen, director of Academics, MES Governing Board, who motivated our young leaders…

UK minister quits ahead of possible challenge to Starmer

Britain's health minister Wes Streeting announced Thursday that he had resigned, paving the way for him to launch a leadership challenge against embattled Prime Minister Keir Starmer. In his resignation letter to…

Egypt cabinet formalises deputy minister portfolios for foreign affairs, international cooperation and housing

The Egyptian cabinet, led by Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly, approved decrees defining the specific portfolios of newly appointed deputy ministers, centralising the state’s oversight of foreign debt, international…