Middle East


Syria makes bid to revive hospitality industry with new Tourist Police Unit

A riot police officer stands near residents during a ceremony marking the 11th anniversary of what participants describe as the liberation of Jericho, also known as Ariha, in Syria's northwestern Idlib province, on May 28, 2026.

Lebanon burns foreign reserves to hold pound steady in face of devastating war losses - analysis

A protester burns fake US dollars during a pro-Iranian regime demonstration in front of the Iranian consulate in Istanbul, on January 18, 2026.

Iran's Supreme Leader warns of Israeli, US divisions threatening regime, undermining 'resilience'

A woman walks next to a banner with a picture of Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei in Tehran, Iran, May 8, 2026.