middle east news

Iran claims to fire ballistic missile from new ship

The Shahid Mahdavi is a converted cargo ship used by the IRGC navy, and Iran says it has now increased the range of influence and Tehran’s naval power

Drone strike on vehicle in Baghdad kills Kataib Hezbollah commander

Iraq has witnessed tit-for-tat attacks between hardline Iran-backed armed groups and US forces stationed there.

By REUTERS
07/02/2024

US presence in the Middle East at a critical junction - opinion

The United States has provided a critical military presence in the region throughout the decades.

US approves strikes against Iranian targets in Iraq, Syria - CBS

US officials have weighed how to punish Iran-backed militias without triggering a wider war.

By REUTERS
01/02/2024

Saudis, Egypt, Jordan, and PA meet in secret to discuss future of Gaza

Arab nations met to discuss the future of the Gaza Strip and what "the day after" will look like. Saudi Arabia emphasized moving forward with normalization of diplomatic ties with Israel.

By BARAK RAVID
29/01/2024

Saudi Arabia prepares to open first alcohol store for diplomats

The business will open as part of wider plans known as Vision 2030 to build a post-oil economy.

By REUTERS
24/01/2024

Blinken's fifth visit since Oct. 7 highlights Israel's importance to the US - editorial

For three months, America has admirably stood by Israel, even at the risk of a domestic political price for Biden.

 U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrives on the island of Crete, during his week-long trip ai

Blinken: Middle East nations need to use influence to prevent 'endless cycle of violence'

"From the perspective of Israel, it's clearly not interested, does not want escalation."

By REUTERS
06/01/2024

Israel: Palestinian displacement from Gaza not under discussion

Despite comments made by Ben-Gvir and Smotrich, there are no discussions about a plan to relocate Palestinians.

Iran, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, and Ethiopia join BRICS, doubling membership

Iran, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Egypt are the latest countries to join BRICS, implying some very drastic dynamic shifts in the region.

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