Middle East

Iran's internal power struggle: two sides of the same coin

The folly of seeing Iran’s aggression as internal power play between radicals and moderates

White House works to fill its own vacuum in Syria with allied Arab forces

Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates would be expected to take part.

Assad steps up efforts to crush last besieged enclaves

Despite Western airstrikes, the Syrian government continued its advance, with Russian and Iranian aid.

Belgium companies sold deadly chemicals to Assad in violation of sanctions

Knack magazine reported that the companies said they were not aware that export licenses were required for the sale of chemicals to Syria.

EU passes bill to promote anti-hate education in Palestinian schools

Palestinian textbooks will henceforth be examined to proactively maintain that they meet EU and UNESCO standards.

Iran says will make or buy any weapons it needs, blasts 'invading powers'

"We are not living in a normal region, and we see invading powers have built bases around us. Disregarding the principles of international law, they intervene in regional affairs."

Macron visit to U.S. seen as critical to fate of Iran deal

Macron and Trump have grown close over the last year, and the French president’s personal appeal is seen by advocates of the deal as its best hope of survival.

Hezbollah’s war of words telegraphs Iran’s message to Jerusalem

Why send the Hezbollah messenger?

In Syria's Raqqa, corpses still lie in the rubble

The Raqqa Civil Council has said it will take 5.3 billion Syrian lira (about $10 million) a year to restore power and water supplies, roads and schools.

Intelligence released proving Iranian military involvement in Syria

Released photo intelligence and exposed images demonstrate to the Iranians that Israel knows and understands the Iranian government's intentions in Syria.

Intelligence released proving Iranian military involvement in Syria

Released photo intelligence and exposed images demonstrate to the Iranians that Israel knows and understands the Iranian government's intentions in Syria.

Syrian commander blames Israel, U.S. for air defense false alarm

The official attributed the malfunction to "a joint electronic attack" by Israel and the United States targeting the Syrian radar system.

Intelligence released proving Iranian military involvement in Syria

Released photo intelligence and exposed images demonstrate to the Iranians that Israel knows and understands the Iranian government's intentions in Syria.

Missiles shot down over two Syrian air bases, source unknown

Asked about the missile attack, an Israeli military spokesman said: "We don't comment on such reports."

Air strikes reported in Syria

Syrian media and eyewitnesses reported missile, anti-aircraft fire and fighter jets early Tuesday morning.

Envoy heads to Amman after embassy empty 9 months

He is expected to present his credentials to Jordanian officials in the coming days.

Syria prepares for offensive against ISIS in Palestinian camp of Yarmouk

Area in Damascus has been under siege for four years with over 140,000 civilians displaced in fighting.

EU fails to agree on new Iran sanctions as Trump deadline nears

The EU is eager to safeguard the pact, under which Tehran agreed to curb its nuclear ambitions for at least a decade, but United States President Donald Trump has been a fierce critic.

Russia may have tampered with chemical attack site, U.S. envoy says

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov denied that Moscow had interfered with any evidence.

Political adviser to Syria’s Assad: Major victory over western missiles

“There are two things that the West and the Zionists want. One is that there be no unity in the [Arab] nation. The other is that [the Arab nation] not arm itself with science and knowledge."

Trump, Obama combo finally starts to enforce chemical weapons treaty

An analysis on what the repercussions of the US strikes in Syria might mean for the use of chemical weapons in smaller states.

Nagel: Attack on Syria says there are limits to what will be tolerated

Israel will not tolerate a permanent Iranian military presence in Syria, said the former National Security Council head.

US priority is to ensure Iran does not ‘take over’ Syria, Haley says

Haley acknowledged regional concerns and said, “We all know our work in Syria is not done.”

Saudi King condemns Iran amid Arab divisions over Syria strikes

"We renew our strong condemnation of terrorist acts carried out by Iran in the Arab region."

Syria's Assad to Russian lawmakers: Western strikes were act of aggression

Russia, which is helping Assad fight rebel forces opposed to his rule, immediately condemned the strikes.