Middle east news
Iran frames Kurds as ‘separatists’ to serve its own agenda – opinion
An examination of Kurdish-Iranian history reveals that Kurds in the Islamic Republic have been politically engaged for over a century, actively protesting and fighting for human rights and liberties.
An invasion is underway in Canada, but not in the way you think – opinion
PremiumPremiumThe Turkey trap: Israel has air superiority over Ankara, but no reason to fight - opinion
Mecca pact unites Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan - but what does it mean? - opinion
Terror in Israel is out of control - what can be done? - analysis
In eight months of this year, it has become the bloodiest one since the Second Intifada nearly 20 years ago.
Jordan downs drone from Syria in third incident this month
Jordan, which has intensified military drills along its border with Syria, announced 10 days ago it had foiled a large smuggling operation.
What does the future have in store for Israel? - comment
REPORTER’S NOTEBOOK: Nearly four years after I started covering diplomacy, the world is a different place.
Ain el-Hilweh clashes displace 20,000 in Palestinian camp in Lebanon
Some children were separated from their parents and caregivers, he added. Other families were too afraid to leave their homes even though their supplies of food and water were limited.
Abbas, Haniyeh hold ‘unity’ talks in Turkey
Hamas affirmed during the meeting that “the comprehensive resistance is the most effective way to confront the occupation and the dangers facing the Palestinian cause.”
US, Israel partner to bring climate-smart agriculture to Mideast and Africa
A primary focus of this initiative will be water, including innovative technologies, storage, use and protection.
US innovates to counter growing drone threats in MidEast - analysis
Countering drones has also been part of the wider discussion about regional air defense integration.
Six years after ISIS, what’s next for Iraq’s Mosul - analysis
ISIS committed several genocides in Mosul, it expelled Christians, kidnapped and enslaved members of the Yazidi minority and targeted ancient ruins to erase the cultural history of Iraq.
Russian fighter killed in northern Syria -monitor, security source
Russia intervened in Syria's conflict in 2015, using air strikes and deploying advisers as well as military police to help Syrian President Bashar al-Assad regain territory.
Israel and Morocco to host diplomatic salon on water cooperation
The Center for Jewish Impact will work in conjunction with the Liaison Office of the Kingdom of Morocco to discuss water cooperation at an event in Tel Aviv.
