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The United States Embassy in Bahrain warned American citizens in the Gulf kingdom of the "need for caution", days after Manama signed a US-backed deal with Israel.
Egyptian protesters angry at the potential demolition of unlicensed buildings in their village have overturned a police truck on the first anniversary of last year's demonstrations against presidential corruption.
Hundreds protest in Iraq after attacks on activists
Hundreds of protesters have blocked roads and bridges in the southern Iraqi city of Nasiriyah after one activist was kidnapped and another injured by unknown militias.
How Iran transformed post-war Iraq ties
In the 17 years since the US-led invasion of Iraq, Iran's ancient allies have cycled through Iraq's corridors of power.
Yemen calls for emergency UN Security Council session
Yemen has called for an emergency UN Security Council session to discuss the Houthi rebels' ongoing Marib offensive, where more than 3 ...
Libya PM opposed to oil deal with Haftar: official
The deal to start pumping Libyan oil again appears to have been spearheaded by the deputy prime minister, Ahmed Matiq.
US, Qatar announce partnerships following third strategic dialogue
The third US-Qatar strategic dialogue resulted in a number of partnerships, including health cooperation, law enforcement and counterterrorism, ...
Iran hackers 'bypassing Whatsapp encryption' to target dissent: reports
The reports point to major technological strides for Iran's cyberespionage capabilities.
US military strengthens deployment in Syria
The US military deployed more war apparatus in the region following tensions with Russia.
Bahrainis protest US-sponsored Israel normalisation deal
The protests against Bahrains' normalisation of relations with Israel are a rare display of dissent in the small oil-rich kingdom.
Syria Insight: Cautious hope for change with constitution talks
A meeting between Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad could point to fundamental changes in the war.
The Iraq Report: US drawdown will embolden Iran's proxies
Iran-backed militias will feel emboldened by a reduction of capable enemies on their doorstep, and could seek to expand their power and ...
Sisi bulldozes homes with renewed disdain for Egypt's poor
Comment: A year after the 'Palacegate' protests that saw so many incarcerated, Egypt's streets are a grim mix of apathy, fear and resentment ...
Will Sudan's historic deal with rebels finally bring peace?
The peace agreement to end devastating wars in Darfur, South Kordofan and Blue Nile could be a key turning point in Sudan's democratic ...
Gunmen kill three Palestinians 'metres from Israeli checkpoint'
Two women and one man were shot dead by a group of four unknown assailants just metres from the Container checkpoint near Bethlehem.
Israeli intel firm 'hacked phone at Saudi Arabia's request'
An employee of Israeli company Cellebrite flew to Riyadh last year in order to hack into a Samsung phone at the request of the Saudi prosecutor, an investigation has revealed
Scores denounce Charlie Hebdo cartoons in Iraq capital
Protesters gathered outside the French embassy in Baghdad to condemn the 'repeated insults from the French media' against Islam's Prophet ...
Dozens killed in fighting as Afghan peace talks continue
Negotiators from both sides are currently meeting in Qatar but fighting has continued at home in the Nangarhar province.
Ireland's growing influence in the Middle East
Unburdened by the colonial legacies dogging other countries in Western Europe, Ireland has received a warm reception in the Arab world.
Sudan's democratic transition still at risk of counter-revolutionary meddling
Comment: The reforms enacted in Sudan do not represent the immediate demands of protesters, and instead signal interference of UAE as a ...
Sudan says arrests 41 for possessing explosives
Sudanese authorities arrested 41 people for possessing large amounts of explosives.
Covid-19 heaps misery on Algeria's wilting vineyards
The coronavirus pandemic has impacted Algeria's wine industry.
HRW urges Israel to release body of murdered Palestinian
Israeli authorities are still holding the body of Ahmed Erekat, a young Palestinian shot and killed by Israeli border guards as he drove to his ...
Israel approves nearly 1,000 settler homes in West Bank
Israeli authorities have approved 980 new settlements in occupied Bethlehem.
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