Ahly targeting Masri's Fawzi
CAIRO: Ahly are looking to land Ahmed Fawzi in the close season, the Masri right back stated. "My agent Tamer Al-Nahas informed me of Ahly's intent to sign me ahead…
Peace products
RAMALLAH: The issue of settlements and their illegality under international law should dominate debate surrounding the Palestinian-Israeli conflict and a return to negotiations. Israel’s refusal to adhere to international law…
Ismaili to hold onto Salem
CAIRO: Ismaili defender Moatasem Salem had his transfer request turned down as the Dervishes' coaching staff believes that his services are indispensable. The 29-year-old center-half, who was approached by Ahly…
Zamalek's Ali set for league comeback
CAIRO: Alaa Ali is set to make his Egyptian Premier League comeback as he was named in Zamalek's squad for their penultimate match this season against Asyut Petroleum. The White…
Political groups condemn request to renew emergency law
CAIRO: Twenty political groups have signed a joint statement condemning the request to renew Egypt’s state of emergency for another two years, submitted to parliament by the ruling National Democratic…
Bahrain's BBK to meet investors for benchmark bond
DUBAI: Bahrain's retail lender BBK plans to meet investors starting this Thursday and may issue a $500 million bond if market conditions are suitable, its chief executive said on Tuesday.…
Kuwait's CBK swings to Q1 loss, books provisions
KUWAIT: Commercial Bank of Kuwait (CBK) swung into a first quarter loss, after booking provisions against its loan and investment portfolios. Net loss in the three months to March 31…
Nakheel says Dubai gives funds to repay 2010 bond
DUBAI: Dubai has given developer Nakheel, part of a $24.8 billion debt restructuring at its parent Dubai World, enough funds to repay a $980 million Islamic bond due on May…
Markets slide as Greece worries weigh on oil
DUBAI: Middle East stocks fell on Tuesday, weighed by falling oil prices and downbeat global markets as a relief rally ignited by a $1 trillion plan to aid Greece gave…
Bahrain's GFH mulls increase of Khaleeji stake, says CEO
MANAMA: Bahrain's Gulf Finance House is considering increasing its stake in Khaleeji Commercial Bank instead of selling it under its asset sales program, its chief executive said on Tuesday. Like…