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Chinese officials say that new developments appears to show coronavirus infections have been curbed in Xinjiang province.
Kyrgyzstan authorities a powerbroker closely allied to former president Sooronbay Jeenbekov on charges of corruption.
Kyrgyzstan's president steps down amid political unrest
Kyrgyzstan's President Sooronbay Jeenbekov resigned on Thursday, saying he wanted to bring an end to the crisis sparked by disputed parliamentary elections earlier this month and avoid any further bloodshed.
Tajikistan vote seen as easy win for strongman
Few are anticipating any hiccups for incumbent Emomali Rakhmon as he closes in on three decades in power.
Kyrgyzstan cancels disputed election results after night of chaos
Kyrgyzstan’s Central Election Commission cancelled the results of a Sunday poll after protesters claimed fraud and clashed with police, seizing ...
House votes to repeal Trump's 'anti-Muslim' travel ban
The measure targeting the 'Muslim ban' is seen as a symbolic victory as it is highly unlikely to advance in the Senate.
Are religious groups undermining Pakistan's fight against Covid-19?
A large gathering held last month by the Tablighi Jamaat movement, together with lockdown violations by clerics and government incompetence, are ...
Turkey says it's still 'free of coronavirus'
No cases of coronavirus have been reported in Turkey, the country's health minister reported.
Turkey to export speedy coronavirus detection kits
Turkey's health minister said the country will send 10,000 coronavirus testing kits to Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan.
US Air Force approves hijabs, turbans, beards on pilots
The US Air Force has updated its dress regulations and pilots will now be able to apply for a waiver to wear a beard, hijab or turban on ...
US to accelerate asylum cases for Iraq interpreters
As part of a lawsuit settlement, the Trump administration has agreed to expedite hundreds of asylum petitions left in limbo after the 2017 ...
As election cycle begins, Trump supersizes his favourite tactic
Comment: President Trump has made Islamophobia one of the defining features of his presidency, writes Mobashra Tazamal.
Trump curbs travel from 6 more countries
The Trump administration has said it is restricting legal immigration from six countries which do not meet security standards.
Trump administration to add seven nations to Muslim ban
The Trump administration is allegedly planning to add seven countries, including Sudan and Nigeria to its much-litigated 'Muslim' travel ban.
Australia calls on Iran to treat detainees 'humanely'
The Australian Foreign Affairs Minister said she raised the case of travel bloggers Jolie King and Mark Firkin with her Iranian counterpart ...
Pakistan not invited to India PM Modi's swearing-in
Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan won't be in attendance at his Indian counterpart's swearing-in ceremony after he was denied an invitation.
Qatar's thrashing of UAE: a little taste of justice
The four-nil footballing lesson won't end the blockade or resolve any of the region's wars, but it sure felt good, writes James Brownsell
Asian Cup 2019: UAE advances to quarter-finals
Host nation UAE advance to the quarter-finals after beating Kyrgyzstan, while Saudi Arabia heads home after losing to Japan.
Asian Cup 2019: Palestine attack Jordan in waves
Syria drops out of the tournament, and Palestine are left clinging on, waiting on today's results.
Iran Cargo plane crashes in with several onboard: army
A military cargo plane crashed near the Iranian capital Tehran, the army said on Monday, with local media reporting at least ten people ...
Islamic State 'seeking new stronghold in central Asia'
Fighters returning to home nations after the collapse of the IS group's 'caliphate' continue to pose a threat, especially those using ...
Erdogan gets warm welcome in Hungary
Erdogan was given a warm welcome in Hungary as tensions between the EU and Turkey continue.
Explainer: China's persecution of Uighur Muslims
The New Arab explains the long history behind the recent revelations of China's persecution of the Uighur Muslims of Xinjiang province.
Gulf states using Israeli spyware to target activists, minorities
Israeli-made spyware is being used by Gulf states to crack down on dissidents, a new report by Citizen Lab has revealed.
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