Iran’s dual reality: As veil restrictions ease, political crackdown deepens
Iran eases social restrictions amid economic and political challengesCrackdown on dissent intensifies, executions surge to highest since 1989Iran…
Coalition led by Iraqi PM Sudani comes first in Iraq’s election, two sources say
BAGHDAD, Nov 12 (Reuters) – A coalition led by Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani came first in…
Israeli Minister of Strategic Affairs Ron Dermer resigns
Nov 11 (Reuters) – Israel’s Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer, who played a leading role in negotiations during…
Partition of Gaza a looming risk as Trump’s plan falters
Yellow cement blocks, fortifications along Israel withdrawal lineWithout progress on Trump plan, yellow line could be new de…
Iraqis vote in election they expect to bring little reform
Item 1 of 6 A displaced man from the Yazidi minority votes during special voting, two days before…
Turkey helping in talks over Hamas fighters holed up in Gaza, sources say
Nov 10 (Reuters) – Turkey is working with the United States and Arab mediators to secure safe passage…
Exclusive: Lukoil declares force majeure at Iraqi oilfield after US sanctions
Iraq halts all cash and crude payments to Lukoil, sources sayUS, UK sanctions disrupt Lukoil’s international operationsLukoil may…
UAE rules out joining Gaza stabilization force for now, backs peace efforts
DUBAI, Nov 10 (Reuters) – The United Arab Emirates does not yet see a clear framework for the…
US sanctions official says time is right to cut Iran’s Hezbollah funding
Key to getting Hezbollah to disarm, Treasury’s Hurley saysUS says Iran sent some $1 billion to Lebanon group…
Saudi Arabia executes two people for plotting attacks on places of worship
Nov 9 (Reuters) – Saudi Arabia said on Sunday that it had executed two citizens for joining a…
Before talks with Trump, Saudi Arabia doubles down on terms for Israel ties
Saudi Crown Prince will meet Trump on November 18They are set to seal a defense pact at White…
Lukoil operations face fallout from Trump sanctions, Gunvor drops bid
Gunvor withdrew its bid for Lukoil’s foreign assets on ThursdayMoldova requests exemption from US sanctionsBulgarian parliament passes law…