Middle East

Kuwait’s ruler Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmed Al-Jaber Al-Sabah dies aged 91

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29th September 2020
The ruling Emir of Kuwait Sheikh Sabah al-Ahmad al-Sabah has died at the age of 91. An official statement was read out on national television on Tuesday. He died in a hospital in the United States. “With great sadness and sorrow, we mourn … the death of Sheikh Sabah al-Ahmad al-Jaber al-Sabah, emir of the State of Kuwait,” said Sheikh Ali Jarrah al-Sabah, the minister in charge of royal…
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Saudi Arabia

Saudi King makes UN debut

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24th September 2020
King Salman of Saudi Arabia, 84, addressed the United Nations General Assembly for the first time on Wednesday where he called for a comprehensive solution on Iran and disarming Iranian affiliate Hezbollah in Lebanon. Like the other monarchs who have spoken at the 75th…
Middle East

Emir of Kuwait awarded US Legion of Merit

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20th September 2020
The Emir of Kuwait, Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, has been awarded the Legion of Merit, Degree Chief Commander by US President Donald Trump in recognition of the role he plays in the Middle East and the world. The private ceremony took place on Friday at the…
Middle East

Reza Pahlavi condemns the execution of Iranian wrestler, Navid Afkari

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14th September 2020
This weekend the Islamic Republic in Iran executed the young Iranian wrestler, Navid Afkari. His Imperial Highness Prince Reza Pahlavi has issued a public statement condemning the execution. His Royal Highness says: “Navid was a son to all of us, a brother to all of us, a friend and neighbour to all of us and a companion to all those Iranians who took to the streets, filled with passion. To…
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Jordan

Queen Rania of Jordan marks 50th birthday

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31st August 2020
Queen Rania of Jordan is marking her 50th birthday today in Jordan as the world still battles the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The Queen has undertaken events recently in Jordan since the lockdown in the country was lifted. She has been visiting areas to help promote tourism and those helping battle the virus. Speaking to Hello magazine, she revealed her birthday wish for this year: “On my…
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Jordan

Queen Rania at 50: Her online presence

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27th August 2020
Queen Rania of Jordan is one of the most visible royals online with an official website and various social media channels. The Queen has her own website, a Flickr account, YouTube account, as well as social media channels on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. She is…
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Queen Rania: Our fashion favourites

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17th August 2020
When it comes to style, Jordan’s Queen Rania manages to look edgy and modest at the same time, which isn’t an easy thing to do. A fan of solid colours and elegant workwear, this queen mixes traditional Jordanian looks with very modern fashion. As she is set to celebrate her 50th birthday, here’s a look at some of our favourites. Kristin Contino, Chief Reporter [getty…
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