2022 World Cup: Ex-media officer loses Qatar corruption appeal
Craig TaylorAbdullah Ibhais claims he was prosecuted for corruption after raising concerns about migrant workers. BBC News – Middle East
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US-led coalition against IS ends combat mission in Iraq
Troops will remain to “advise, assist and enable” Iraqi security forces to stop a resurgence of IS. BBC News – Middle East
Israeli Prime Minister Bennett in first trip to UAE as Iran threat looms
Naftali Bennett meets Abu Dhabi’s crown prince at a time of rising tensions in the region. BBC News – Middle East
Finnish teacher who secretly taught IS children in Syrian camps by text
Using WhatsApp, Ilona Taimela found a novel way to educate Finnish children held in a Syrian camp. BBC News – Middle East
Donald Trump uses expletive to attack ex-ally Benjamin Netanyahu
The former president rails against the ex-Israeli leader, saying he saved Israel from destruction. BBC News – Middle East
Jamal Khashoggi: France releases Saudi man held over journalist’s murder
A man with the same name as a suspect in the killing was arrested at a Paris airport on Tuesday. BBC News – Middle East