Author: Rana Khurram

Human rights lawyer Amal Clooney captivated the Venice Film Festival red carpet in a stunning vintage gown, as she supported her husband George Clooney’s new film “Jay Kelly.” The event also highlighted the growing influence of Arab designers, with Saudi influencer Nojoud Al-Rumaihi showcasing a piece by Lebanese designer Rami Kadi. A Striking Presence and a Vintage Statement Amal Clooney once again made a glamorous statement at the Venice Film Festival, accompanying her husband, George Clooney, for the premiere of his latest film, “Jay Kelly.” Amal’s choice of a vintage fuchsia Jean-Louis Scherrer gown was a showstopper, featuring a dramatic…

Thousands of protestors and over 2,000 film professionals have used the platform of the Venice Film Festival to draw attention to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The demonstration, organized by a group called Venice4Palestine, highlights a growing movement within the entertainment industry to demand a clear political stance on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. A Human Situation, Not Just a Political One The glamour of the Venice Film Festival’s red carpet was met with a powerful display of political activism on Saturday as thousands protested against Israel’s siege of Gaza. Organized by a coalition of left-wing groups in Italy, the demonstration took…

The United States has revoked the visas of Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas and 80 other officials, preventing them from attending key United Nations meetings in New York.1 The Palestinian Authority has urged the US to reverse the decision, calling it a violation of international law.2 The US State Department justified the move by stating it is in the country’s national security interest to hold the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) and Palestinian Authority (PA) accountable for not meeting their commitments to peace. The Diplomatic Fallout The US decision to revoke the visas of a high-level Palestinian delegation, including President Abbas, is…

A new report from Savvy Games reveals that Saudi Arabia generated $1.2 billion in gaming revenues in 2024, representing 20% of the entire Middle East and North Africa (MENA) market. This significant growth is a direct result of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 strategy, which aims to transform the gaming and esports sector into a major economic pillar, contributing to job creation and GDP. A Market Transformed by Vision 2030 Saudi Arabia is rapidly solidifying its position as a global leader in the gaming and esports industry. The latest report from Savvy Games, the company at the heart of the Kingdom’s…

Saudi Arabia’s residential real estate market is showing strong growth and diversification, driven by government initiatives under Vision 2030. A new JLL report for Q2 2025 highlights a resilient market with rising property prices, increasing supply, and a shift towards affordability and master-planned communities. The upcoming foreign ownership law is expected to further boost the sector by attracting international investment. Key Market Performance Indicators The Saudi residential real estate sector is not just growing; it’s evolving. The JLL report and data from the General Authority for Statistics show: Driving Forces and Future Outlook The strong performance of the residential market…

Jordan’s foreign minister, Ayman Safadi, has called on the international community to take a stronger, unified stand against Israel’s latest military offensive in Gaza. He warns that continued impunity and a lack of decisive action will only lead to further regional instability and humanitarian catastrophe. A Growing Cry for Accountability Jordan’s foreign minister, Ayman Safadi, has once again become a prominent voice on the international stage, issuing a powerful call to action against Israel’s ongoing offensive in Gaza. In a statement on social media, Safadi praised a group of European nations for their joint condemnation of Israel’s military actions and…

Saudi authorities have arrested more than 20,000 individuals in a single week for violating residency, labor, and border security regulations. This ongoing campaign targets illegal workers and those who harbor them, reflecting the Kingdom’s commitment to enforcing its laws and protecting its national security. A Relentless Crackdown on Illegal Residency Saudi Arabia’s security forces have once again demonstrated their resolve in a nationwide crackdown on illegal residents and workers. According to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA), a total of 20,319 individuals were arrested in one week for violating a range of laws, including residency, labor, and border security regulations. This…

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas has expressed pessimism about the bloc’s ability to impose sanctions on Israel due to deep divisions among member states.2 This stalemate highlights the EU’s struggle to present a unified front on the ongoing conflict in Gaza, where a humanitarian crisis and famine have been declared. The Diplomatic Standoff The European Union is facing a significant internal rift over how to respond to the war in Gaza.While some member states are pushing for stronger measures against Israel, others, including key allies, are resisting such action. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas has stated that she…

Half a million people have been evacuated in eastern Pakistan due to heavy flooding caused by historic simultaneous overflows of three major rivers. Rescue officials are calling this the largest rescue operation in the history of the Punjab province. The Scale of the Disaster The recent flooding in eastern Pakistan’s Punjab province has caused widespread devastation, with an unprecedented overflow of three major transboundary rivers—the Chenab, Ravi, and Sutlej. This event, a first in the country’s history, has affected over **2,300 villages** and displaced nearly half a million people. According to the Punjab Disaster Management Authority (PDMA), the current monsoon…

Jordan’s Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi is urging the international community to take a firm stand against Israel’s actions in Gaza, citing a humanitarian crisis and the a lack of accountability for a lack of adherence to international law. This diplomatic appeal underscores the rising regional tensions and calls for an immediate end to the conflict. The Call for Global Intervention Jordan’s Foreign Minister, Ayman Safadi, has issued a powerful and urgent call for the international community to take decisive action against Israel’s ongoing military offensive in Gaza. Safadi’s message, conveyed on the social media platform X, praises a group of…