Middle East


US removing Syria as sponsor of terror is 'blow' to victims, impacts on sectarian violence unknown

US President Donald Trump shakes hands with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa during a bilateral meeting alongside the NATO leaders summit at the Bestepe Presidential Compound in Ankara, Turkey, July 8, 2026.

Changing Israeli attitudes, strikes in Syria, Turkey may view Israel as regional rival - analysis

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan holds a press conference during NATO leaders' summit in Ankara, Turkey, July 8. Relations between Israel and Turkey have repeatedly deteriorated and recovered, but their competing interests in post-Assad Syria have introduced a new source of strategic friction.

Saudi Arabia considers introducing cheaper insurance to increase shipping in Middle East - report

Vessels near the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, August 17, 2026.