The Media Line
After SDF withdrawal, Syrian government takes control of Al-Hol, ISIS family detention camp
Experts believe Al-Hol camp represents one of the most dangerous security challenges in the region, citing repeated killings and cases of enforced disappearance.
High-stakes truce between SDF and Syrian forces: Four days to resolve Hasakah issue - analysis
China massed fishing fleets in East China Sea in apparent Taiwan blockade test
As Israel pushes back, Gaza becomes testing ground for emerging post-war governance - analysis
US backs Pakistan’s Reko Diq Mine with $1.25 billion Export-Import Bank package
The US Export-Import Bank has approved $1.25 billion in financing to support the Reko Diq copper and gold mine, marking one of Washington's largest commitments to Pakistan's minerals sector.
Jordan’s ancient Mehras olive variety makes UNESCO heritage list
Jordan's Mehras olive tree, known for its drought resistance and high oil yield of up to 30%, is an ancient variety with centuries-old traits, making it one of the world’s most productive olives.
How Middle East countries cover Human Rights Day - explainer
What are the issues concerning Lebanon, Syria, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Iran vis-a-vis Human Rights Day?
Leket founder says Israel needs to rethink the culture of food waste - interview
Cultural habits that prize overflowing tables are driving widespread household food waste even as hundreds of thousands of Israelis struggle to secure enough to eat.
Iran says IAEA safeguards not built for wartime after strikes on nuclear sites
Kamalvandi stated that Iran is seeking new, binding assurances from the agency to prevent any misuse of data before it restores fuller cooperation.
US Christian leaders gain new perspective after witnessing October 7 aftermath
Pastors from across the United States grappled with the human cost of October 7 and their responsibility to speak out, teach, and advocate when they returned from Israel.
Arab League, Egypt praise UNRWA renewal as future in Gaza remains uncertain
While the US halted UNRWA funding, and Israel banned it outright after links with terror groups were disclosed last year, Arab countries celebrate its renewal by the UN General Assembly.
German bid for Zim with Saudi, Qatari backing raises Israel security concerns
Zim has said it will release no further information until a decision is made.
Final US report on Afghanistan reveals $30 billion in funds wasted, stolen, or mismanaged
In its final report, the Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction (SIGAR) documented 1,327 instances of waste, fraud, and abuse from 2002 to 2021.
Ethiopia accuses Egypt of driving up tensions in Nile dam standoff after int'l law accusations
The criticism centers on Egypt’s response to the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) on the Blue Nile, with Ethiopian officials alleging Cairo is using threats and regional pressure.
