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
IDF Birthday Project: ‘We know how to care’
The IDF Birthday Project has over 50 volunteers, they have helped 7,000 children from Efrat and the surrounding communities of Gush Etzion celebrate their birthdays, even with dad away.
UAE's Hili Forum receibes almost 1,000 participants, looks at changing global order
These kinds of gatherings are important because they bring together people from the region and the world to discuss what may come next in the Middle East and the global order.
'King of Kings': The rise and fall of Mohammad Reza Pahlavi - review
Anderson portrays the shah as a complex, Shakespearean figure – arrogant but weak, ambitious for his country yet blind to the growing unrest among his people. 'A soft man masquerading as a hard one.'
Inside Syria’s struggles: Jonathan Spyer on conflict, Israel’s strategy, and reintegration
In a conversation with Jonathan Spyer, expert on Syria, we explore the latest flare-ups of violence, Israel's strategic role, and the challenges of reintegrating a fractured nation.
Saudi Arabia's 'Sleeping Prince' passes away after 20-year coma, Royal Family announces
Prince Alwaleed bin Khaled bin Talal Al Saud, known as the “Sleeping Prince of Saudi Arabia,” died aged 36. He had been in a coma for the last 20 years after a car accident.
Arab media reacts to Israel-Iran ceasefire with cautious relief and lingering doubt
Across Arab outlets, relief over the ceasefire is tempered by concerns it excludes the conflict in Gaza and may serve foreign agendas.
Trump’s Iran talks could backfire, strengthen regime, INSS expert warns
Senior Iran researcher: Premature optimism may encourage Tehran to accelerate its nuclear program or renege on a deal.
Houthis claim new attacks on US, Israel amid rising tensions ahead of Iran talks - analysis
The US State Department officially designated the Houthis as a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO) on March 5.
OPCW estimates over 100 chemical weapons sites still active in Syria
In the Syrian civil war’s earliest days, Assad’s government only disclosed the locations of 27 sites to the OPCW.
Baby boom: Birth rates in Israel are on the rise, primarily in Jewish families
134,000 births Compared to 131,000 in 2023. Despite war and hardships, Israelis are choosing to expand their families, contrary to trends in the West.
