Empty chairs for hostages as Israel at war marks Passover

LONDON: Israel’s military operation in Gaza has raised questions about potential scenarios for postwar governance and security. The emerging consensus view — at least for now — seems to be the need for a two-state solution. There are several barriers to the creation of an independent Palestinian state alongside Israel, however. One immediate stumbling block … Read more

Empty roads, crowded malls as Riyadh residents rush for last-minute Eid shopping

RIYADH: The Green Team of the Medical Students’ Association at Alfaisal University recently organized a desert clean-up, clearing the popular Khararah Lake site in Riyadh. The aim of the exercise was to eliminate plastic waste, reduce land pollution and eventually improve the overall environment in the area. The Green Team is a student-led committee created to … Read more