Iranian-Western talks have resumed. Here’s what that means
A flurry of diplomatic activity between Iran and Western nations has taken place in recent weeks, raising hopes of a de-escalation in tensions as the Middle East nation continues to…
Suspected assailant and US consulate guard killed in shooting incident in Saudi Arabia
At least two people died in a shooting incident near the United States consulate in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on Wednesday, according to local police and a spokesperson for the consulate.…
Protestors break into Swedish embassy in Baghdad after Stockholm Quran burning
Demonstrators breached the perimeter of the Swedish embassy in Baghdad Thursday, a day after a protestor burned a copy of the Quran in Sweden.
Israel’s Netanyahu says most controversial part of judicial overhaul legislation ‘not coming back’
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the most controversial aspect of his government’s proposed judicial reform, a provision allowing the national legislature, the Knesset, to overturn Supreme Court rulings, has…
Trump to dive into Mideast conflict on first presidential trip
Donald Trump is set to meet Palestinian and Israeli leaders almost back-to-back on his first foreign trip as US President.
Mosul victory in sight — at a cost
Iraqis’ final push on Mosul sends civilians fleeing, but commanders see a tough victory ahead.
Turkey seeks reversal of US plan to arm Kurds
Turkey lashed out at Washington’s plan to send arms to Kurdish rebels fighting ISIS in Syria, calling for an end to a strategy that has long rattled Ankara.
UN gender equality report gives insight into Arab male identity
Across Egypt, Morocco, Lebanon and the Palestinian territories, 10,000 men and women were asked about gender equality in the Middle East and North Africa.
Netanyahu’s criminal investigation drags on
A months-long criminal investigation of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hangs over the Israeli leader as he prepares to host President Donald Trump later this month.
Turkey, Israel clash over Jerusalem
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Monday lashed out at Israel and urged more Muslims to visit the Temple Mount, or Noble Sanctuary, site in Jerusalem.