Middle East

Iran tells EU to speed up efforts to save nuclear deal

"We do not want to revisit that nuclear deal. We want the United States to implement that [2015] nuclear deal," Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif told CNN on Sunday.

Shots fired at U.S. embassy in Turkish capital, no casualties

The early morning attack coincided with a deepening row between the two countries over the trial of a US pastor in Turkey.

Bolton: U.S.'s highest priority is Iran never getting nuclear capabilities

Bolton began his brief comments by saying it was a “privilege and honor to be in Jerusalem, Israel's capital,” to which Netanyahu joked: “Say that again.”

Yazidi victims of ISIS fear for lives in Germany due to ISIS presence

The harrowing story is the most shocking case of a former survivor of the ISIS genocide in Iraq, that led to the ethnic cleansing of more than 400,000 Yazidis.

WATCH: Islamic world prepares for Eid al-Adha

All over the Islamic world people are making preparations for Eid al-Adha, the festival of sacrifice.

Houthi rebels meet with Hezbollah's Hassan Nasrallah

Yemen has been gripped by violence since September 2014, when the Houthi rebels stormed the capital of Sanaa and forced the internationally recognized government to flee south.

Report: U.S. forces to stay in Iraq 'as long as needed'

'The main reason, after ISIS [Islamic State] is defeated militarily, is the stabilization efforts and we still need to be there for that,' said Colonel Sean Ryan in Abu Dhabi.

Iran says U.S. 'action group' will fail to overthrow state

'Americans are imposing sanctions but they claim they are supporting freedom, human rights, and global and regional security,' said the Iranian Parliament Speaker.

Iran to unveil fighter plane in days, defense minister says

The plane is believed to be the stealth Qaher F-313, which experts say is too small to fit a pilot.

Muslim pilgrims flock to Mecca ahead of hajj

Every able-bodied Muslim who has the means should perform the hajj at least once in their lifetime under a quota system.

German firms in line with U.S. Iran sanctions

Several European companies have suspended plans to invest in Iran in light of the US sanctions.

Can Pompeo’s Iran Action Group deliver what Trump promised?

Trump sought to reverse course on Iran from his first day in office, and now Pompeo has put in place a team that is expected to work on “daily progress” against the mullahs and their activities.

German Jewish council urges end of Iran-Germany trade

In a statement to 'The Jerusalem Post', Dr. Josef Schuster, the head of the Central Council, did not mince words: “I endorse an immediate stop of any economic relation with Iran."

Afghan president congratulates armed forces for Ghazni victory

"I am here to help all those who have suffered losses, I am committed to build the city and also do everything to protect Ghazni.a"

Yazidi leader killed in air strike by Turkey four years after genocide

Ankara: He was one of most wanted PKK terrorists

Young couple trying to prove human kindness killed by ISIS

“Evil is a make-believe concept we’ve invented to deal with the complexities of fellow humans holding values and beliefs and perspectives different than our own."

Analysis: The Islamic State's push for a new caliphate

New reports suggest the terror group is recovering in Iraq and Syria; Khorasan Province is eyeing a new caliphate in Afghanistan.

UNRWA says schools for Palestinians to open on time despite U.S. cut

UN officials said the agency needed more than $200 million from other contributors to cover its deficit after the US aid cuts.

Iran Supreme Leader admits mistake regarding nuclear talks

"With the issue of the nuclear negotiations, I made a mistake in permitting our foreign minister to speak with them. It was a loss for us."

U.S. is trying to make Iran 'surrender' through sanctions

The Iranian economy is beset by high unemployment and a rial currency which has lost half its value since April. The reimposition of sanctions could also make the economic situation worse.

Jordan vows to eradicate terrorism after deadly standoff

The government has yet to release the identities of the terrorists involved in last week’s raid, raising questions about whether they are foreign or homegrown

Erdogan says Turkey will boycott US electronics, lira steadies

The lira has lost more than 40 percent this year and crashed to an all-time low.

Why Trump’s ‘Arab NATO’ plan won’t curb Iran

Unless internal rifts between potential members are resolved and a political consensus on burden-sharing is achieved, the Trump administration’s plans are unlikely to become reality.

Nasrallah: We're stronger than the IDF, will soon be victorious in Syria

"Israel is rebuilding itself today, in view of the defeat in 2006, including reexamining its doctrine of war, on the basis that its enemy is serious and capable."

Egypt summons Palestinian groups for Israeli truce, unity talks

Hamas leaders have informed the Egyptians that any cease-fire agreement with Israel should be taken by all Palestinian factions, and not only Hamas.