Tag: Libya

Arab agricultural land is on the brink

Across the Arab world, croplands face a perfect storm of stressors. Excessive fertilizers and pesticides erode soil ecology. Poor drainage and over-irrigation drive salinization, leaving fields crusted with salt. Rising temperatures, dwindling groundwater, and more frequent sand-and-dust storms—all amplified by climate change—compound the crisis.

Freedom Flotilla sets sail toward Gaza with Greta Thunburg on board to liberate Gaza

Inside the controversial voyage that merges climate activism, human rights, and Middle East politics. Will the Freedom Flotilla make it to Gaza?

Ghadames was Libya’s peaceful mud hub for caravan trade

Ghadamès is one of the oldest and most celebrated Saharan cities, called the 'Pearl of the Desert', (Jawhart Al-Sahra) by Arab sources. It has played a key role in the cultural and economic life of the region as an important and peaceful hub for caravan trade as part of the trans-Saharan network.

Mia Schem’s tbeha dish saved her life in Gaza

In Libya, tbeha is a staple dish enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations. Mia Schem cooked it to save her life.

Arab Energy Fund commits $1 billion to energy transition and decarbonization

The Arab Energy Fund, previously known as the Arab Petroleum Investments Corporation (APICORP), has announced a significant commitment of $1 billion to drive energy transition and decarbonization efforts.

Export Oil, Import Water = Risky Economics for Middle East

Water scarcity has already become a fact of daily life for Egyptians The world’s driest region, the Middle East* and...

Climate Change Contributing to Mali-Algeria Conflict

According to experts, climate change and rising food insecurity are major contributors to the recent destabilization of Mali and...

Locust swarm alert

A small swarm of locusts can eat the food of 35,000 people but they can also eradicate a wheat field in no time. 

Libya’s Post-Revolution Trash and Traffic Problems

Clear Libyan streets of trash and traffic for a brighter and more democratic future says expert Security concerns in Libya...

MENA Is Changing Drastically & NASA Has The Pictures To Prove It

From urbanisation in Morocco to lake shrinkage in Iran, these shocking NASA photos prove how this region is in...

Was the Arab Spring Good for Renewable Energy?

The revolutions that have been taking place in the Arab world since December 2010 have had a significant impact...

Libyan Artist Turns Weapons of War Into Amazing Sculptures

Libyan sculptor Ali Al-Wakwak has transformed the charred remnants of war into inspiring creations Around a week ago, Libyans celebrated...