After Islamic State, fears of a ‘Shiite Crescent’ in Mideast
This means that now, as Islamic State is losing more and more land to Iranian allies, these Sunni countries—particularly Saudi Arabia—face a potentially more dangerous…
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Palestinian president to attend ex-Israeli PM’s funeral
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas will attend the funeral of former Israeli Prime Minister Shimon Peres on Friday, according to a Palestinian official. “President Abbas will…
Iraq to fight it out with Iran
In a classic game of two halves, Iraq edged out tournament favourite Japan 4-2 in the AFC Under-16 Championship, at the GMC Stadium, in Bambolim…
Russia says USA boycott would help “terrorists”
The Russian Foreign Ministry’s spokeswoman says a U.S. refusal to cooperate with Russia on Syria would be a gift to “terrorists.” Maria Zakharova said in…
Switzerland signs civil nuclear deal with Iran
The Swiss Federal Nuclear Safety Inspectorate (ENSI) is poised to help Iran improve safety at civil nuclear installations. In January, the United States and the…
Shimon Peres’ Casket Placed in Knesset Plaza for Public Farewell
Israeli politicians pay respects to Shimon Peres ahead of public viewing and Friday’s funeral. The casket of former President Shimon Peres went on display for public…
Iran’s UN Envoy Dismisses Saudi Claims on Yemen Arms Transfer
Iran’s Ambassador to the United Nations Gholam Ali Khoshroo rejected claims made in a September 14 letter by Saudi Arabia to the United Nations that…
International Arab Film Festival Kicks Off in Gabès, Tunisia
The International Arab Film Festival held in Gabès, Tunisia, has witnessed the competition of 53 movies over awards that will be introduced during its second…
Kremlin rules out Russian involvement in attack on civilians in Syria
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov in an interview with the BBC has ruled out any possibility of Russian military forces being involved in an offensive against…
Three village guards killed in PKK attack in eastern Turkey
Three village guards were killed in an armed clash that erupted after outlawed Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) militants conducted an attack in the Yüksekova district…