US special envoy Thomas Barrack met the foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia and Jordan during visits to both countries to discuss efforts related to Syria.
In Riyadh, the US ambassador to Turkey and special envoy for Syria held talks with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan, the kingdom's Foreign Ministry said on Wednesday.
The two officials explored “steps to support the Syrian people on both the humanitarian and economic levels, along with ways to provide aid and assistance during this critical phase”, the ministry said.
Mr Barrack was appointed as the US special envoy to Syria after US President Donald Trump announced during a visit to Saudi Arabia this month that he would lift long-standing sanctions on Damascus.
The day after the announcement, Mr Trump met Syria's interim President Ahmad Al Shara in Riyadh, in the presence of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
Mr Barrack also visited Amman on Wednesday, where he met Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi.
Mr Barrack and Mr Safadi discussed efforts to support Syria's reconstruction in a way that guarantees its security, stability, unity and sovereignty, Jordan’s Foreign Ministry said.
The talks also focused on ridding the country of terrorism, preserving the rights of the Syrian people and fulfilling their aspirations for a secure and prosperous future, the ministry added.
Mr Safadi stressed the importance of collective efforts to stabilise Syria, which he described as a cornerstone of broader regional stability. He also welcomed Mr Trump’s decision to lift sanctions on Syria, calling it a crucial step in helping the government confront challenges and meet the needs of people.
The US officially issued a sanctions waiver for Syria last week. Following the waiver, Mr Barrack met Mr Al Shara and Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Al Shibani in Istanbul.
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Other ways to buy used products in the UAE
UAE insurance firm Al Wathba National Insurance Company (AWNIC) last year launched an e-commerce website with a facility enabling users to buy car wrecks.
Bidders and potential buyers register on the online salvage car auction portal to view vehicles, review condition reports, or arrange physical surveys, and then start bidding for motors they plan to restore or harvest for parts.
Physical salvage car auctions are a common method for insurers around the world to move on heavily damaged vehicles, but AWNIC is one of the few UAE insurers to offer such services online.
For cars and less sizeable items such as bicycles and furniture, Dubizzle is arguably the best-known marketplace for pre-loved.
Founded in 2005, in recent years it has been joined by a plethora of Facebook community pages for shifting used goods, including Abu Dhabi Marketplace, Flea Market UAE and Arabian Ranches Souq Market while sites such as The Luxury Closet and Riot deal largely in second-hand fashion.
At the high-end of the pre-used spectrum, resellers such as Timepiece360.ae, WatchBox Middle East and Watches Market Dubai deal in authenticated second-hand luxury timepieces from brands such as Rolex, Hublot and Tag Heuer, with a warranty.
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Anthony Martial 30'
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Thursday’s fixtures
6pm: Hyderabad Nawabs v Pakhtoon Warriors
10pm: Lahore Sikandars v Pakhtoon Blasters
Teams
Chennai Knights, Lahore Sikandars, Pakhtoon Blasters, Abu Dhabi Stars, Abu Dhabi Dragons, Pakhtoon Warriors and Hyderabad Nawabs.
Squad rules
All teams consist of 15-player squads that include those contracted in the diamond (3), platinum (2) and gold (2) categories, plus eight free to sign team members.
Tournament rules
The matches are of 25 over-a-side with an 8-over power play in which only two fielders allowed outside the 30-yard circle. Teams play in a single round robin league followed by the semi-finals and final. The league toppers will feature in the semi-final eliminator.
Muslim Council of Elders condemns terrorism on religious sites
The Muslim Council of Elders has strongly condemned the criminal attacks on religious sites in Britain.
It firmly rejected “acts of terrorism, which constitute a flagrant violation of the sanctity of houses of worship”.
“Attacking places of worship is a form of terrorism and extremism that threatens peace and stability within societies,” it said.
The council also warned against the rise of hate speech, racism, extremism and Islamophobia. It urged the international community to join efforts to promote tolerance and peaceful coexistence.
