Middle East


After elections, Iraq walks a tightrope between US ties and Iran’s control - analysis

Iraqi polling officials count ballots at a polling station after closing of the polls during the country's parliamentary election in Al-Muhandiseen district in eastern Baghdad on November 11, 2025.

Sharaa claims Syria is negotiating with Israel, demands 'return to Dec. 8 borders'

 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, with a map of the Middle East (Illustrative).

Israeli delegation brings museum innovation to first ICOM summit in Arab region

 The Israel Museum, Jerusalem