Clinton will immediately seek to reestablish U.S. dominance over the Middle East
The Summer of 2016 is proving to be a decisive one in both the United States and the rest of the world. The long shadows…
Al-Qaeda
Syria’s al-Nusra Front Officially “Splits” From al-Qaeda
Abu Mohamed al-Golani says creation of Levantine Conquest Front aims to ‘close gap’ between Syria’s fighting factions Nusra Front leader Abu Mohamed al-Golani confirmed late…
The role of the West in Saudi Arabia’s war in Yemen
NINETY years ago, Britain’s planes bombed unruly tribes in the Arabian peninsula to firm up the rule of Abdul Aziz ibn Saud, the founder of…
Saudi Arabia executes 99th person in 2016 to surpass last year’s record
Saudi Arabia has executed its 99th person this year, continuing the trend to more death penalties yearly in the Kingdom, The Independent reports. The conservative country,…
US places sanctions on 3 Al-Qaeda officials in Iran
The US Treasury has announced sanctions on three Iran-based men alleged to be senior al-Qaeda members involved in moving funds and weapons around the Middle…
French national assembly votes to extend state of emergency
France’s National Assembly voted by a huge majority early Wednesday for a proposed law that would extend the state of emergency for six months following…
Release of 9/11 report could strain US relationship with Saudi Arabia
The ‘28 pages’ suggest larger connection between al-Qaida and Saudi royal family than previously reported as $89,000 was deposited to family of suspected spy. The…
Hamza bin Laden announces revenge against the U.S. for the murder of his father, Osama bin Laden
The son of slain al Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden has threatened revenge against the United States for assassinating his father, according to an audio…
US sends Yemeni Guantanamo inmate to Italy, 78 detainees left
Suleiman, who was recommended for transfer in 2010, was brought to Guantanamo Bay in 2002 The US transferred Saudi-born Yemeni inmate Fayiz Ahmad Yahia Suleiman…
Double car bomb attack kills four near Aden airport
At least 10 troops killed and dozens wounded following two explosions in base adjoining Aden international airport. At least 10 Yemeni soldiers have been killed…