Middle East


Egypt boosts commitment to Somalia’s stability with new military deployment - analysis

Residents wave Somali flags as they attend a rally denouncing Israel’s recognition of the breakaway Somaliland region, during a gathering calling for Somalia’s territorial unity, in Mogadishu, Dec. 30.

Iraq-Turkey tensions grow as Baghdad summons ambassador over 'interference' accusations

Members of the Iraqi security forces take part in an event marking the Iraqi Police Day in Mosul, Iraq, January 9, 2026.

Iran prepares for US talks, offers nuclear guarantees with conditions

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi gives a statement at the Ritz Hotel as he meets Turkey's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, on January 30, 2026 in Istanbul, Turkey.