Arab states

Trump interested in calling on Arab states to help pay for Iran war, White House says

Leavitt warned that anything Iran says to Washington privately will be tested and that the US would ensure that Tehran is held accountable to its word.

US President Donald Trump speaks during the National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) annual fundraising dinner in Washington, March 25, 2026.
Iran and Israel flags on Middle east geopolitical map.

Gulf sources warn incomplete US strikes could leave Iran a lasting threat to oil routes - analysis

Demonstrator hold burning photos of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in London, Britain, January 11, 2026

If Iran’s clerical regime falls, Israel faces its tough strategic test - opinion

Killed Hamas political bureau chief Ismail Haniyeh, leader Yahya Sinwar against backdrop of ousted Syrian president Bashar Assad (illustration).

IDF reveals connection between Hamas, ousted Assad regime in letters, documents


Arab aircraft hammer Houthis around airport of major Yemen port

The upsurge in fighting has wounded dozens of civilians and prevented aid organizations from reaching parts of Hodeidah.

Hodeidah port's cranes are pictured from a nearby shantytown in Hodeidah, Yemen

'This is why we protest': Jordan family struggles in tough economy

Along with thousands of young people and families, they have hit the streets in a rare wave of protests that led the prime minister to resign on Monday.

A protester holds up a Jordanian national flag during a protest in Amman, Jordan June 4, 2018

Lead-up to FIFA World Cup brings much-needed distraction for MENA nations

This year's World Cup comes amid heightened global tensions, especially in the MENA region, where political, security and economic instability are par for the course.

The FIFA world cup trophy is displayed during the Fifa World Cup Trophy Tour, in Amman, Jordan February 20, 2018.

Dershowitz to sue against Israeli flag ban at sports events in Arab states

“It starts with sports, but it won’t end there,” Harvard Prof. Alan Dershowitz warned. “We won’t allow the Jewish state to be treated like it’s a second-class country.”

Members of the Israeli delegation parade during the Opening Ceremony of the 2015 European Games at the Olympic Stadium in Baku

Voices from the Arab World: When foreign powers perpetuate local wars

A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world.

GIRLS STAND next to a poster depicting Saudi Arabia’s King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud (right) and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, 2017.

Fatah official: Efforts underway to arrange rare Abbas-Haniyeh meeting

The Arab world is 'in a state of hesitation' following President Donald Trump’s changes to US policy on Jerusalem.

Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas (R) talks with Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh.

Moderate Arab allies of US also blast Trump

The sharp, unambiguous nature of the denunciations reflect the continued resonance of Jerusalem as sacred turf in Arab and Muslim eyes.

Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince and Minister of Defense Mohammed bin Salman attends a signing ceremony between US President Donald Trump and Saudi Arabia's King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud (not pictured) at the Royal Court in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia May 20, 2017

UN special envoy: No peace with Arabs while ignoring Palestinian statehood

Nickolay Mladenov also speaks about the rise and fall of ISIS.

An Israeli border policeman shouts at journalists during clashes with between Israeli troops and Palestinian protesters near the Jewish settlement of Bet El, near the West Bank city of Ramallah October 30, 2015.

Liberman urges moderate Arab leaders to visit Jerusalem, unite against Iran

Liberman called on Arab leaders to follow former Egyptian president Anwar Sadat’s footsteps on the eve of the anniversary of his historic visit to Israel.

Avigdor Liberman

In surprising move, Arab states slated to withdraw anti-Israel UNESCO resolution

"Time will tell whether this is a tactical change or a new approach."

AN AERIAL view of the Old City of Jerusalem.