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Israel is 'likely responsible' for the airstrike, the chief of the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said.
Yemenis need aid now more than ever as the coronavirus rips through the country.
Pressure grows on MBS to release jailed Saudi prince
A $2 million US lobbying effort and petitions from European lawmakers are piling pressure on Saudi Arabia to release a philanthropist prince jailed for two years without charge.
Coronavirus Pandemic: Positive stories of resilience and bravery
Top five stories highlighting the Middle East's resilience in the face of the novel coronavirus this week.
Palestinians in Jerusalem angered as Israeli settlers storm Al-Aqsa
As the Al-Aqsa Mosque re-opened its doors to Palestinian worshippers, Israeli settlers stormed the courtyards of the mosque and held ...
Yemen's Houthis claim they are developing a coronavirus vaccine
The much-anticipated Covid-19 vaccine will emerge from Yemen's Houthis, the rebels' health minister vowed this week.
Mosques reopen in Saudi Arabia amid coronavirus woes
Worshipers will be asked to keep their distance from one another and bring their own prayer rugs and copies of the Quran from home.
Somalia blast kills at least 10 on bus
A passenger bus carrying more than 20 people to a funeral exploded on Sunday, killing dozens on board.
Yemen urges action against UAE-backed forces for 'torturing journalist'
Aseel Suwaid, a young journalist in Yemen was abducted by UAE-backed forces and released with torture marks a month later.
Al-Aqsa mosque in Jerusalem reopens after two months
The Al-Aqsa mosque compound in Jerusalem reopened after being closed for over two months due to the novel coronavirus pandemic.
Sudan summons Ethiopia’s envoy over cross-border attack
Sudan summoned Ethiopia's diplomat over a cross-border attack allegedly carried by a militia backed by Ethiopia's army.
The Middle East at war with coronavirus
Egypt orders covering face in public, Iran reopens mosques across the country, Turkey to resume national flights and other stories in today's ...
Malta seizes $1bn in counterfeit Libyan money
Maltese authorities seized counterfeit Libyan money worth $1.1 billion that was printed by a Russian firm, the US State Department said.
Women can't marry without male guardian's permission: Saudi Council
Saudi Arabia's Shura Council rejects proposal by female member that would allow women to marry without the permission of a male guardian
UN extends South Sudan arms embargo through May 2021
The United Nations has extended an arms embargo in South Sudan after an intensification of fighting.
Kuwaiti influencer launches vile attack on Egyptians
Egyptians in Kuwait were dealt a whopping blow this week after an influencer launched a vile attack against what she described as the 'dirtiest community' in the country.
Afghanistan 'ready' for peace dialogue with Taliban
Abdullah Abdullah, who heads a council representing the government, said a lull in violence triggered by a surprise ceasefire offered by the ...
Lebanon arrests Sudanese attempting to 'illegally cross' Israeli border
A group of Sudanese men were caught trying to enter Israel through its border with Lebanon, authorities said, the latest in a growing number of ...
Florida woman sentenced for supporting Islamic State
A woman in the US has been sentenced to prison time after expressing support for Islamic State.
US police officer charged with murder of George Floyd
Derek Chauvin was one of four officers fired after an shocking video emerged showing him kneeling on the neck of a handcuffed African American ...
Bankrupt Kurdistan is no longer 'the other Iraq'
Comment: The Kurdistan region of Iraq has hit rock bottom. What was once a promising 'other Iraq' is now a politically and financially bankrupt ...
Israel arrests imam of Al-Aqsa Mosque
Israeli forces have stormed the home of the imam of the Al-Aqsa Mosque, Islam's third holiest site, as Palestinians tried to reach the ...
France intercepts tanker bound for Libya
The Libya-bound tanker was stopped on its way to complete the sale of refined products to a company registered in the United Arab Emirates.
IS blasts Iraq PM as American agent
IS has blasted Iraq's PM as an American agent and has called for attacks on Iraq.
Al Yamaniah is shining a spotlight on the creative talents of Yemeni women.
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