Middle East

Tourism expected to take a big leap in Malaysia

Kuwait - Muslimchonicle

A truly Asian destination, a trip to Malaysia can be an overwhelming experience. Everything that one would expect for a perfect holiday can be found in this land blessed with natural beauty that is safe, affordable and simply amazing. Good climate 365 days a year means that whether it's soaking up the sun on a beautiful beach or experiencing the rich cultureRead more

Israeli Arab MPs to boycott speech by 'messianic' Pence

Jerusalem - Muslimchronicle

A coalition of Arab parties in the Israeli parliament said Saturday it will boycott a speech by visiting US Vice President Mike Pence, calling him "dangerous and messianic". Pence, who arrived in Cairo on Saturday to start his first Middle East tour, travels Sunday on to Jordan and to Israel later the same day. He is scheduled to address the Knesset,Read more

Emirates throws Airbus A380 a lifeline

Dubai - Muslimchronicle

The Middle East's largest airline, Emirates, announced Thursday it struck a deal with Airbus to purchase 20 A380 aircraft with the option to buy 16 more in a deal worth $16 billion, throwing a lifeline to the European-made double-decker jumbo jets. The Dubai-based Emirates already has 101 A380s in its fleet and 41 more on order, making it the largest operator ofRead more

Book says Pakistan clerics issue fatwa against ‘un-Islamic’ suicide bombings

Islamabad - Muslimchronicle

More than 1,800 Pakistani Muslim clerics have issued an Islamic directive, or fatwa, forbidding suicide bombings, a book due to be unveiled by the government on Tuesday says. Suicide attacks are frequently condemned as fanatical and immoral, especially when civilians are killed, but insurgents view the tactic as their most effective weapon. Seeking to curb “terrorism” that has resulted inRead more

Emirates Auction launches the first online auction

Ajman - Muslimchronicle

Emirates Auction, the leading company in the field of management and organization of public and online auctions in the Middle East, launched the first online auction for distinguished vehicle number plates of Category (H) in the Emirate of Ajman yesterday. The auction includes 44 number plates that are available to bid on through its website and smartphone application. HE OmarRead more

Critics and hard change

Abdul Rahman Al-Rashid

It is not easy to advertise something in a hostile environment. This is what Saudi Arabia faces when it talks to different economic, media and political sectors abroad. It is natural that people are quick to express their doubts and judgements because they have seen a lot of failures. With vision and determination, work advertises itself when it is realized.Read more

Get their very own 3-part reality show

Dubai - Muslimchronicle

Six of the Middle East’s most fashionable Instagram stars are starring in their very own three-part reality show, set to air across the region on E! television channel on Dec. 26. Available exclusively on OSN or WAVO, the home of such hit shows as “Keeping Up With the Kardashians” and “Rich Kids of Beverly Hills” is set to show offRead more

Egyptian MP underlines Egypt’s ability

Cairo - Ahmed Abdullah

Egyptian parliamentarian Tariq Radwan expressed his frustration over the decision taken by U.S President Donald Trump to move U.S embassy in Israel to Jerusalem, saying that such a decision leaves negative repercussions on the peace process as whole. He warned the U.S Administration that the decision would isolate the American role in the Palestinian issue, rebuking the threats launched byRead more

Palestinians need new leaders and a new strategy

Ramzy Baroud

The year 2017 will be remembered as the one in which the so-called “peace process,” at least in its American formulation, ended. And with its demise, the political framework that has been the foundation for US foreign policy in the Middle East has also collapsed. The Palestinian leadership and their Arab and international allies will now embark on a newRead more