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[AHMAD AL-RUBAYE/AFP/Getty Images] An Iraqi baker carries a large tray of Arabic sweets which are in high demand during Ramadan.

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GCC postpones customs union
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Islamic State in Iraq claims credit for weekend bombings
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Lebanese prosecutors charge 84 for Beirut shootout
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Sheikh Mohamed Ali Ajalan: al-Qaeda's actions lack legitimacy

The head of the Shura Council of Yemen's largest Islamist opposition party says all political forces need to stand united behind the state in its efforts to combat al-Qaeda.
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Lebanon's 'Banat Taxi' service for women rises in popularity

The pink cars and their female drivers are becoming a fixture in a profession long dominated by men.
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Ramadan atmosphere not complete without visiting Jeddah's al-Balad

Vendors and visitors relish the sights and sounds of Jeddah's popular marketplace.
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Banque Saudi Fransi expresses optimism about Saudi economy

Stimulatory spending will increase Saudi Arabia's economic growth rate to 3.9% during 2010 compared with 0.6% during 2009....

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Kuwait report lists top stock holdings

Arabian Construction Company to build Jordan's tallest building

Abu Dhabi's economy declines by 18% due to falling oil prices

Bahrain Stock Exchange loses $984 Million in market value

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Football fever hits Arab world again

Fans can enjoy matches in the Saudi Arabia Clubs Tour 2010 tournament or the CAF Champion's League....

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Omani horse shows mix showmanship and tradition

Obsession with World Cup allows Omanis to forget domestic football woes

Qataris cheer for Germany and dream of hosting a World Cup

World Cup fever grips Amman

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Comedian Lama Maraashly: 'A chip off the old block'

Lama Maraashly, daughter of late comedian Ibrahim Maraashly, says she wants to continue her father's artistic legacy....

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Zahi Wehbe says media personalities need freedom to be creative

New edition of 'al-Dinyeh Heik' revives stories of Beirut

"Republic of my Heart" stirs debate in Lebanon

Lebanese music video director Adel Serhan switches to film

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Sheikh Mohamed Ali Ajalan: al-Qaeda's actions lack legitimacy

The head of the Shura Council of Yemen's largest Islamist opposition party says all political forces need to stand united behind the state in its efforts to combat al-Qaeda.

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Iraqi businesses fight terrorism by staying open

Baghdad business owners rebound after repeated attacks and vow to persevere.

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Iraq and Kuwait seek cultural communication and exchange

Officials from both countries plan to organize cultural events that support bilateral relations and promote common interests.

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Killing of Fatah al-Islam leader deals severe blow to aspiring al-Qaeda proxy in Lebanon

The new organisation's "emir" inherited a weakened group confined to the Ain al-Hilweh refugee camp.

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Lebanese lawmakers call for 'demilitarized Beirut' amid Hizbullah opposition

Future bloc MPs want all illegal weapons off the streets following deadly clashes involving members of Hizbullah and the Islamic Charitable Projects Association.

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Al-Maliki voices confidence in Iraqi forces

As US combat operations drew to a close, Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki said Iraqi forces are ready to preserve security.

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I do not think there is a good Arab ruler.
Speculation increases in Egypt that President Mubarak will seek seventh term

Because of the security vacuum that resulted from war, some people resorted to Al Qaeda, which led to negative impacts on the country by the terrorist acts. Due to such a security vacuum, it has become easy for those terrorists to move within Iraq among the provinces and to carry out terrorist and subversive acts. But now it has become difficult to move around and carry out terrorist attacks against the Iraqi people, because of the spread of the army and its control being imposed on Iraqi land. Consequently, their terrorist acts diminished and were reduced to a form of detonating a house of a policeman or a minor operation now and then, because they are trained guards from Saddam's intelligence. I confirm that, despite all the training obtained by those people, they are completely eliminated. When you hear some of the terrorist operations in the media, that does not mean their return, but it is clearly an indication of their bankruptcy.
Scores of Iraqis killed and wounded at recruitment centre in Baghdad
العراقي

Some Muslims exaggerate in preparing for Ramadan by purchasing huge quantities of food and drink, rather than preparing for obedience, and being frugal and sharing things with the poor and needy.
Food prices in Egypt skyrocket ahead of Ramadan
هشام السوم

This dangerous phenomenon requires a quick solution, by disengaging these illegal organizations with religion, sect and community. These armed groups take cover under religion, doctrine and faith, which led to the tightening of extremism and doctrinal confrontation to further dimensions. Religious and doctrinal belief was exploited, because it is the easiest way to recruit naive people into the ranks of extremist organizations and to find an excuse to cover up their diabolically grave behavior. Mosques were turned into arsenals of weapons and training camps on how to use booby-trapped devices and arms, and training sessions for volunteers to prepare them mentally and practically to commit heinous crimes. It is possible for the religious facade to temporarily attract votes for those who are disguised with the veil of religion, but it can never solve people's intractable problems and cannot eliminate hatred and enmity; instead it harms religion and create resentment towards it, especially if violence is associated with religion, as we see in the cities of our country. This is what will deliver a big blow to the faith and religious beliefs, and it will shake the faith in people's convictions and emotions, but tomorrow is coming very soon. We are facing a real crisis in Iraq, which is reflected in our inability to avoid a further plunge of the country into scenes of armaments and illegal armed organizations. This phenomenon leads as the current generation of Iraqis to provide tens of thousands of victims and destruction, but more serious is the transformation of Iraq for generations to come to a jungle of violence and cruelty, and to a country where the law of the jungle prevails.
Iraqi fatwa deems terrorist violence during Ramadan unforgivable sin

He is a known man from a known family; he is the grandson of an ex-minister in Iraq, as his grandfather was the Minister of Public Schools. He was the head of the Daawa Party in Syria during his stay in Syria, until the fall of Saddam's regime.
Al-Maliki voices confidence in Iraqi forces
وادي

I support anyone who defends Iraq with honor, and I am against those who defend the Baath Party and glorify the accursed, Saddam.
Iraqi security officials confident in abilities of armed forces after withdrawal of US combat units
سماره البيقداري

In Egypt, the streets and alleys are decorated with flags and paper flags in the last week of Shaaban; in neighborhoods and streets in Egypt, the Egyptians have the custom of tying ropes between houses opposite each other, to hang banners and lanterns. The story of the use of lanterns frequently in Ramadan is a long story, which is repeated every Ramadan. The ancient Egyptians used wax lanterns as a tool for lighting. In holy Ramadan, children usually go out on the night of the new moon of Ramadan to the roads, either with their peers or with family members, dressed in beautiful garments, and carrying the flags and lanterns of Ramadan. They sing songs of this holy month in collective joy.
Egyptian Ramadan's lanterns compete with Chinese imports
دودو

I will vote for the one who is best and the most suitable for the country, the nominee who has a program to push Egypt forward and fight corruption. I am not affiliated with any party, because I believe that all of them are useless, and the National Democratic Party is corrupt to the core and a gang that wants to rob Egypt. The Egyptian government is a symbol of corruption. How can the owner of a hospital become the Minister of Health and the owner of a tourist company become the Minister of Tourism? It is, in fact, a government of businessmen, where money is stolen. History will not forget those who took bribes; but the problem is that every one of them thinks that he or she is the only one who receives bribes, so they are all silent.
Saad Eddin Ibrahim's wife denies husband support for Gamal Mubarak candidacy

We should not be dealing with each other on the basis of sectarianism, because people who are attempting to create sectarianism, aim at dividing the Islamic nation. We should rather deal with one another on the basis that we are Muslims, and Mohammed, peace be upon him, is the messenger of Islam; so there are common things that can bring the Islamic nation together in all parts of the world. This feeling arises from moving away from true Islam and worshiping people rather than worshiping God, Who described them in the Quran, saying, "…each group rejoicing in its tenets." It also arises from ignorance, because anyone who thinks that his/her doctrine and faith are better than others is deceived, because all the doctrines and dogmas are the explanations of people of Islam; i.e. the Quran and Sunnah. This is something healthy, as it enriches the Islamic culture. People who imagine that their way of worship is better than others are actually mistaken, because God enslaved us through the mind and not by the texts of interpretation, where there is no full agreement on them.
Mhaibis game brings Iraqis together in Diyala
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Highlights

News and Reports

Sheikh Mohamed Ali Ajalan: al-Qaeda's actions lack legitimacy

Mubarak warns of "new dangers" threatening Gulf region stability

IAEA says Syria stalling nuclear investigation

Islamic State in Iraq claims credit for weekend bombings

Sports

Mhaibis game brings Iraqis together in Diyala

Iraq football league to resume in August

Egypt not invited to Algerian book fair

Asian football head Bin Hammam not seeking FIFA presidency

Entertainment

Iraqi television dramas flourish during Ramadan

Yemen arrests top al-Qaeda operatives

Saudi telecom agency closes websites over unauthorised fatwas

Al-Iraqiya Television presenter assassinated

Business

Banque Saudi Fransi expresses optimism about Saudi economy

Real estate market in Lebanon flourishes

Dubai to cut government spending

New gas discovery in Egypt