Middle East

U.S.-backed Syrian forces launch offensive on last ISIS bastion

The SDF, made up of Kurdish and Arab militias, is engaged in intense clashes with thousands of ISIS fighters near Hajin and other nearby villages as they increase pressure on the extremist group by pushing deeper into ISIS-held territory.

The Palestinian Police: New initiatives for safer roads

New advanced traffic security devices are being implemented in the West Bank.

Syria accuses Israel of striking near Damascus International Airport

Regime air defense said to intercept several missiles which local reports said targeted Iranian military targets.

Report: Syrian air defence thwarts 'Israeli agression'

Asked about the SANA report, an Israeli military spokeswoman said: "We don't comment on foreign reports."

How the U.S. could lose Iraq to creeping Iranian influence

Now the US risks losing in Iraq again as enemies of Washington seek to form a government coalition and Congress seeks to sanction militias that hold sway in Baghdad.

Turkey: Kurdish YPG militia may aid Syria in attacking Idlib

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has vowed to recover "every inch" of Syria.

Voices from the Arab Press: Israeli threats created a moderate Iraq gov't

There is no doubt that what led to this Iraqi determination to come together against Iran...is none other than Israel's threats.

Saudi Arabia reportedly purchases Iron Dome missile system, Israel denies

Reportedly, the deal was mediated by the United States, which included further plans to reach an agreement on broad military cooperation between the two countries. Defense Ministry denied the claims.

Turkey boosts arms to Syrian rebels as Idlib attack looms, groups say

The Idlib area forms part of an arc of territory in the northwest representing the last big area held by the opposition.

Turkey boosts arms to Syrian rebels as Idlib attack looms, groups say

The Idlib area forms part of an arc of territory in the northwest representing the last big area held by the opposition.

U.N.: Assad regime guilty of more chemical weapons attacks this year

These incidents bring to 39 the total known Syrian chemical attacks, a UN official said.

Iran releases new data on nuclear program

"America and Israel have a program against Iran and they scrapped a deal they requested," said the parliament speaker.

US to hold Tehran responsible for “proxy” attacks in Iraq

In August the US State Department rolled out a new Iran Action Group that is designed to put pressure on Tehran and coordinate actions across the US government.

Head of Iranian Nuclear Program: Consequences to Israel will be severe

"Trump's decision to quit the agreement placed him on the side of the losers in history," Salehi declared.

Turkey warns attack on Idlib would cause humanitarian disaster

"All members of the international community must understand their responsibilities as the assault on Idlib looms. The consequences of inaction are immense," Erdogan said.

Iran ordered to pay $104.7 mln over 1996 U.S. truck bomb attack

Iran's permanent mission to the United Nations did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

More than 30,000 displaced in Syria's Idlib in latest offensive

The U.N. Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs said an all-out military assault on the last major stronghold of active opposition to President Bashar Assad could set 800,000 to flight.

Report: Turkey detains 56 over alleged links to 2016 coup attempt

Those detained were among 89 people whose detention was ordered in an investigation by Istanbul prosecutors, 'Hurriyet' newspaper reported.

U.N. Security Council meeting, led by Trump, to increase pressure on Iran

Experts expect the US president to use the occasion to mobilize international support for renewed economic sanctions.

Zarif wishes 'happy Rosh Hashana'

Iran's Foreign Minister wrote on his Twitter account on Sunday that "as the sun gives way to the moon, I wish all my Jewish compatriots... a very Happy New Year."

Iran’s attack on Kurds is a message to Washington, Riyadh and Jerusalem

Iran has been fighting Kurdish opposition for years and in Iran there have been increasing clashes.

Yemen peace talks collapse in Geneva after Houthi no-show

U.N. Special Envoy Martin Griffiths said the Houthis' failure to come to Geneva for the first talks in three years did not signify that the peace process was deadlocked.

Yemen peace talks collapse in Geneva after Houthi no-show

U.N. Special Envoy Martin Griffiths said the Houthis' failure to come to Geneva for the first talks in three years did not signify that the peace process was deadlocked.

Egypt sentences 75 people to death, hundreds to jail over 2013 sit-in

The government says many protesters were armed and that eight members of the security forces were killed. It initially said more than 40 police had died.

Russian and Syrian jets pound Idlib province after summit

Russia says it avoids civilians and only targets radical al Qaeda inspired groups.