Souq center of urban cities where it spread out along the city streets, typically in a linear pattern. Around this time, permanent souqs also became covered marketplaces. In tribal areas, where seasonal souks operated, neutrality from tribal conflicts was usually declared for the period of operation of a souq to permit the unhampered exchange of surplus goods. Some of the seasonal markets were held at specific times of the year and became associated with particular types of produce such as Suq Hijr in Bahrain, noted for its dates while Suq 'Adan was known for its spices and perfumes. In spite of
MBC 1 (Middle East and North Africa) the end of any programme. Focusing on a "cube-ish" theme, the channel has a simple look, but rather stylish. On 3 March 2018, MBC announced via Twitter, that they will stop airing Turkish shows and programs, including Vatanım Sensin, as of March 4. The reason behind this decision is yet to be revealed. MBC 1 (Middle East and North Africa) MBC 1 is a free-to-air, pan-Arab general television channel. Satellite transmission started from London in September 1991, making MBC (Middle East Broadcasting Center) the first independent Arabic satellite TV station, with an estimated audience of more than 130 million Arab