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The Israeli government extended the country's coronavirus lockdown as infections soar despite a rapid vaccination campaign.
Lebanon's top medics dealing with the coronavirus pandemic have urged an extension of the lockdown, which will last until the last week of January.
Pompeo hits Iran, China, Cuba in last-minute sanctions push
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo imposed sanctions on China, Iran and Cuba in a last-minute push aimed at boxing in President-elect Joe Biden.
Pentagon includes Israel in Middle East command area
The Pentagon will include Israel in the area covered by its Middle East-focused Central Command.
Spain FM calls for easing of tensions with Turkey
Spanish ministers have revealed that diplomatic relations with Turkey are improving.
Israel's Netanyahu, US treasury secretary condemn Capitol violence
Benjamin Netanyahu has condemned the recent violence in the US Capitol as he met with Steve Mnuchin after his trip to Sudan.
Jordan says wants dialogue with Iran to 'end tensions'
Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi said Jordan "supports the launching of a dialogue with Iran on the nuclear issue".
Gulf Arab leaders sign declaration with Qatar
Leaders signed a new declaration with Saudi Arabia today in steps towards repairing broken ties.
Qatar emir invited to Gulf summit amid diplomatic row
The GCC has invited Qatar's emir in an effort to smooth relations between Saudi Arabia and the Gulf Kingdom.
Flights banned as new UK virus 'out of control'
European countries banned flights from the UK as the British government warned that a new strain of the virus was "out of control".
Turkey's jailed rights leader Kavala faces new trial
Philanthropist Osman Kavala has been jailed since 2017 despite calls for his release from rights groups.
How Egypt's Sisi intends to survive the Biden era
Comment: Whether Biden will hold Sisi accountable over human rights abuses remains unclear. But one thing is certain: Sisi's Egypt cannot stay ...
Iran 'to increase oil exports if US sanctions eased'
With Tehran expecting the Biden administration to ease sanctions, Iranian state media announced that that the government is preparing to boost ...
OPEC+ strike deal for lower production hike from January
The OPEC+ grouping have announced a raise in production of 500,000 barrels per day (bpd).
Iran surpasses one million Covid-19 cases
Iran's coronavirus cases have surpassed one million, as the country struggles under the weight of the pandemic and a vaccine appears to be in ...
Saudi Arabia, Qatar close to agreeing US-brokered deal: reports
Washington hopes to start a process in ending the three-year Gulf crisis during Donald Trump's final weeks in office.
Iran's president rejects bill that would boost enrichment
President Hasan Rouhani said the bill, likely a show of defiance after the assassination of a top nuclear scientist, was "harmful" to diplomacy.
Syria Insight: What to expect under the Biden administration
After Joe Biden's election win, Syrians are waiting for signs that he will take a more considered approach towards the country's civil war.
Wall Street dips as Biden nears finish line
Wall Street dipped after four straight days of rises as vote counting across US battleground states showed Joe Biden is heading for victory.
Amman's unique jazz festival improvises with virtual celebrations
This year's Amman Jazz Festival is forgoing international performers and showcasing local talent in a variety of genres, with festivities taking ...
Iraq reopens Green Zone bridge year after revolt
Al-Sinak bridge was partially closed for security reasons after it turned into the site of fierce clashes between protesters and police in ...
What Biden could mean for the Middle East
Analysis: With Joe Biden leading in the polls for US presidential elections, a victory for the Democratic candidate could have major policy ...
Prayers resume at Mecca Grand Mosque after 7-month pause
The second phase of lifting of restrictions started at the Grand Mosque in Mecca on Sunday, with prayers resuming for locals.
Tunisian family wins right to drop slavery moniker
A black Tunisian family won a legal battle to scrub a word in their name indicating they descended from slaves, which subjected them to racism ...
European leaders discussed the ongoing standoff at a summit in Brussels.
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