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Thursday, February 5, 2026
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Topic: MENA

Global defence spending rose to $2.46 trillion in 2024 amid security challenges, shows IISS report

Data published by International Institute of Strategic Studies shows US, China and Russia were the top 3 countries with the largest defence budgets.

UNICEF MENA Chief calls for peace and humanitarian support in Syria

7.5 million children require humanitarian assistance and 6.4 million are in urgent need of protection services, Beigbeder said.

Corruption is not the root cause of the Arab world’s problems

To start with, Middle East and North Africa countries have problems in producing economic value for distribution.

What global arms sales tell us about the changing world order

A study by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute reveals an increasing arms race in the Indo-Pacific and Middle East North Africa region.

On Camera

How much does Trump really know about Iran?

Israel sees Iran as an existential threat. But the US, Turkey & Gulf states fear refugee flows or attacks on oil sites. These countries need a stable end-state for the whole region over more strikes.

Don’t expect big shifts in inflation & growth trends after CPI & GDP base year reset—MoSPI secy Garg

New consumer basket, expanded markets & digital datasets aim to make inflation estimates more representative, says MoSPI Secretary Saurabh Garg. Henceforth, MoSPI aims to revise base yr every 5 yrs.

HAL out, Indian private firm to make Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft fighter, all eyes on lowest bidder

As per the timeline decided, 5 prototypes of India’s own fifth-generation fighter are set to be rolled out by 2031, with the first by 2028 using the GE 414 engine.

Swiss report should now close Op Sindoor debate. Knowing when to stop the fight is key too

The key to fighting a war successfully, or even launching it, is a clear objective. That’s an entirely political call. It isn’t emotional or purely military.