Middle East
G20 to the Rescue with $5 Trillion to Fight Covid-19
G20 leaders vow ‘whatever it takes’ to fight virus and to ensure the flow of vital medical supplies and other goods across borders
RIYADH (Reuters)...
Refugees and Shantytowns in MENA and Beyond Imperil Global Public Health
Syria’s announcement of its first COVID-19 case highlights the public health threat posed by war zones that produce millions of refugees and displaced persons...
Emirates Reverses Decision to Suspend All Passenger Flights
Dubai carrier will continue to operate passenger flights to 13 destinations to “support the repatriation of travellers” amid virus crisis
DUBAI — Dubai carrier Emirates reversed...
Covid-19: UAE Residents Told Not to Step Out Unless for Emergencies
Clarion India
DUBAI — In the wake of coronavirus scare the UAE government has urged residents to stay at home except for emergencies. They should...
Covid-19: UAE Suspends Entry of All Residents Currently Overseas
The decision comes as part of the preventive and precautionary measures taken to contain the spread of Covid-19.
ABU DHABI (WAM) — The UAE has...