Profit before pilgrims: Saudis may have forgotten Arab hospitality, but it’s still alive in Iraq

Once a destination immersing Muslim pilgrims in the experience of a common faith, unity and equality, management of the Hajj today runs on the engine of commercialization, wiping out centuries of tradition.

Saudi Arabia draws widespread criticism for complicated Hajj rules, fines

The most controversial new rule is the need for a permit to perform Hajj, without which a pilgrim faces a fine of SR10,000 ($2,662)

Netanyahu returns, but Israel’s political and military landscape has changed

Bibi is back, leading Israel’s most right-wing government but also facing unprecedented Palestinian resistance and global turmoil.

UAE Crown Prince accepts to visit Israel: Report

The Israeli PM wrapped up his visit to the UAE amid reports that Abu Dhabi is interested in purchasing the Iron Dome technology