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Algerian President’s Health Puts Country in Limbo

The health of Algerian President Abdelaziz Bouteflika who suffered a stroke and was flown to Paris on Saturday for further medical check-ups has raised speculations as to the political future of the country which seems in limbo. The health condition of President Bouteflika who was expected to run for the presidential elections scheduled in about […]

Saudi King dismisses head of civil aviation authority

King Salman of Saudi Arabia has dismissed Abdul Hakim bin Mohammed Bin Sulaiman Al-Tamimi, the President of the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA). Saudi state-run news agency SPA said the king has instructed relevant authorities to replace Tamimi who has held the position since June 2017. His replacement is yet to be announced. Tamimi, […]

Iran activates iron dome and begins mass production of jets

Iran has taking a very defensive approach in 2015 as it activates an Iron Dome and also begins mass production of the indigenously developed Saeghe (Thunderbolt) fighter jet. The country has been developing its defense capabilities locally since an arms embargo was imposed by the U.S in 1979. Mohammad Hassan Aboutorabifard, vice speaker of Iran’s […]