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Vatican appoints administrator for Rabat archdiocese

The Vatican appointed a new interim administrator of the Rabat archdiocese after Cardinal Cristobal Lopez Romero stepped aside amid sexual assault allegations

02 August, 2026

In Iraq, ancient board game is making a comeback

An Iraqi artisan has brought a 5000-year-old board game back to life.

26 November, 2018

Trump's Iran sanctions hit European companies

The US sanctions on Iran will have a great impact on several European economies.

05 November, 2018

At Golan crossing reopening, Druze hope to see family

Druze look forward to reuniting with families after the Golan crossing reopens after three years.

16 October, 2018

Thriving trade in pirated reads vexes Moroccan bookshops

Trade in cheap, illegal copies of literary works is booming in Morocco.

18 September, 2018

Afghan refugee saga in Oscar running

A lauded Afghan refugee drama is set to win top prize at Asia's premier film festival, and has been tipped for an Oscar.

11 October, 2016

Libyans 'regain hope' with new unity government

Tripoli residents hope for an easier future after as Libya's new unity government begins work.

05 April, 2016

Saudi Patriot missile intercepts Yemeni scud

A Yemeni scud missile fired at a Saudi city hosting a major airbase was intercepted by Saudi Arabia's Patriot air defence system on Monday.

08 February, 2016

376 civilians killed, wounded in Saudi border zone

The spokesman for the Saudi-led coalition fighting Yemeni rebels said 376 civilians were killed or wounded by rebels in Saudi border regions since the military operation began last March.

03 February, 2016

US, allies vow to destroy IS 'power centres'

The US and allies have vowed to crush Islamic State group, while Russia announced peace talks would begin soon.

21 January, 2016