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What was the Sykes-Picot agreement, and why does it still affect the Middle East today?

Some national borders are determined by natural phenomena like seas, mountains and rivers. Most, however, are created by people.

The Conversation

Stormzy faces backlash for McDonald’s collaboration after pro-Israel claims

‘Vossi Bop’ rapper has faced criticism from pro-Palestine supporters boycotting the fast food chain’s alleged support of Israel

The Independent UK

French President Macron denounces Trump's Gaza takeover plan: 'The right answer is not a real estate operation'

President Donald Trump wants to remake Gaza into the “Riviera of the Middle East,” and he wants Jordan and Egypt to take in Palestinians.

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‘It’s so ridiculous’: Experts say Trump’s plan to ‘take’ Gaza will never work

‘The genie is out of the bottle. Now ethnic cleansing becomes a policy choice, as opposed to a crime against humanity’

The Independent UK

Democrats doubt Trump’s Gaza plan as president puts Arab allies on the spot - Roll Call

President Donald Trump has America's Arab allies twisting but congressional Democrats have doubts about his plan to "own" Gaza.

Roll Call

Donald Trump says Palestinians will not be allowed to return to Gaza under his plan to 'own territory'

President has sparked anger after unveiling plan to turn Gaza into ‘Riviera of the Middle East’

Evening Standard

Li Haotong Wins Qatar Masters With Dramatic Birdie Finish

Li Haotong clinches his fourth European Tour title at the Qatar Masters with a thrilling one-shot win, marking a successful conclusion to the Middle East e...

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Donald Trump says US is committed to 'buying and owning' Gaza and calls war-ruined territory 'a big real estate site'

US President told reporters ‘we’re going to bring stability to the Middle East soon’

Evening Standard

What's happening in the Gaza Strip and Sudan that sparked a protest at the Super Bowl halftime show?

A brief protest by a performer at Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl halftime show referenced Sudan and the Gaza Strip, two wars in the Middle East that have killed tens of thousands

The Independent UK

US committed to ‘buying and owning’ Gaza, Trump says

US president says other countries in the Middle East could be tasked with rebuilding parts of the war-ravaged enclave.

Al Jazeera

Secretary Of State Marco Rubio To Visit Germany And Middle East

Secretary of State Marco Rubio's diplomatic journey to Germany and the Middle East, addressing key regional issues amidst President Trump's Gaza proposal.

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Map wars in the Middle East: How cartographers charted and helped shape a regional conflict

Maps are ubiquitous – on phones, in-flight and car displays, and in textbooks the world over. While some maps delineate and name territories and boundaries, others show different voting blocs in elections, and GPS devices help drivers navigate to their destination.

The Conversation

President Trump's Controversial Proposal For Gaza Sparks Global Debate

President Trump's proposal to take over Gaza sparks debate on U.S. involvement in the Middle East and the Israel-Palestinian conflict.

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Asus rolls out golden RTX 5090 for buyers with deep pockets — ROG Astral GeForce RTX 5090 Dhahab OC Edition for the Middle Eastern market

Asus has launched a conspicuously opulent golden edition of its flagship Blackwell graphics card dubbed the ROG Astral GeForce RTX 5090 Dhahab OC Edition.

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The Guardian - US

Jimmy Kimmel on Trump: ‘It’s like our country is being run by the maniac from Saw’

Late-night hosts roundly decry Donald Trump’s proposal to take ownership of the Gaza Strip and turn it into the ‘Riviera of the Middle East’

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GOP Senators Question Trump's Comments On Gaza

Israeli PM Netanyahu's visit to Capitol Hill triggers GOP senators' concerns over President Trump's Gaza comments and US involvement in the Middle East.

The Guardian - US

What will Trump 2.0 mean for the global world order?

If the administration is embracing a multipolar world, does that mean the end of American primacy?

Autosport

Bahrain International Circuit hitting the bullseye with diverse event strategy

Watching Luke Littler hit a nine-dart finish or competing in an esport tournament at Comic Con are not two activities you would usually associate with the Middle East – but the team at Bahrain International Circuit have been looking to change that in recent years.

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The Conversation

Female genital mutilation is a leading cause of death for girls where it’s practised – new study

Female genital mutilation or cutting (FGM/C) is a deeply entrenched cultural practice that affects around 200 million women and girls. It’s practised in at least 25 African countries, as well as parts of the Middle East and Asia and among immigrant populations globally.

The Guardian - UK

Thursday briefing: The outlandish plan to turn Gaza into a ‘riviera of the Middle East’

In today’s newsletter: Donald Trump’s proposal is an attempt to reshape political reality that has historical precedent, explains architect and researcher Eyal Weizman

Roll Call

Trump’s picks for Pentagon team spark GOP debate on security - Roll Call

Trump's picks for top Pentagon roles, and their focus on China, may be out of step with GOP defense hawks in Congress.

Pedestrian.tv

Peter Dutton Praises Trump’s Plan To Turn Gaza Into A ‘Riviera Of The Middle East’

A day after US President Donald Trump's polarising proposal to “take over” Gaza, Australian Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has praised the world leader.

The Conversation

Palestinians have long resisted resettlement – Trump’s plan to ‘clean out’ Gaza won’t change that

President Donald Trump’s suggestion that the U.S. should “take over” Gaza, displace its current population and turn the enclave into “the Riviera of the Middle East” is unsettling – in both a literal and, to Palestinians, a very personal sense.

FourFourTwo

Jhon Duran will have to fly to training every day due to bizarre Saudi Arabian law

The 21-year-old moved to the Middle East from Aston Villa in January

Latin Times

Speaker Mike Johnson Calls Trump's Gaza Plans 'Bold, Decisive Move'

House Speaker Johnson seemingly supported Trump's proposal to overtake Gaza and turn it into the "Riviera of the Middle East."

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