Ahmed Maher

The Central Mediterranean route was used most often to reach the EU last year

Collaboration with other countries key to building a safe digital economy, cyber security chief says in an exclusive interview

$1.2m piece had been stolen from a tomb in north African country and bought by billionaire Michael Steinhardt

In an exclusive interview the former general reflects on Iran's nuclear programme and his four decades in the British military

The government has ambitious plans to repurpose state assets including prisons

Politicians and members of the suspended parliament fear country is sliding back to authoritarianism

Statements from Iraqi officials in recent days hint at gradual disappearance of public sector employment

Parliamentary committee says setting a new date would be risky at this stage

UN recently handed over assets worth about $41 million to local authorities for civilian use

Tribalism is a major influence in Libyan society even after the overthrow of Muammar Qaddafi

Presidential election in the country is scheduled to take place on December 24 but it remains to be seen if they actually do

Landmine expert says climate change should be treated as an urgent threat in conflict zones

The vote faces many challenges, including disputes over the laws governing the elections and occasional infighting among armed groups

Washington has long sought two-state solution to the conflict

Not clear if Khalid Al Otaibi will sue French authorities for defamation and financial compensation