Common Ground News Service

Repeal of Soccer Hijab Ban: ‘A Triumph’

Repeal of Soccer Hijab Ban: ‘A Triumph’

JENS JUUL PETERSEN, CGNEWS: It took a high profile campaign but the recently announced repeal of the hijab ban is wonderful news.

 Crossroads Arabia

New Head of Saudi Religious Police: A Moderate?

New Head of Saudi Religious Police: A Moderate?

CROSSROADS ARABIA: A well known supporter of the right of women to work Sheikh Abdullatif Al-Sheikh still has a traditional view of their place within Saudi society.

 Jonathan Cook

Egypt’s Direction Unnerves Israel and the U.S.

Egypt’s Direction Unnerves Israel and the U.S.

JONATHAN COOK: The political sands are shifting a little too quickly in the Middle East for Israel and the United States. Will they be able to keep up?