As the economy falters, Egypt’s police launch a ‘war on prices’ Egypt’s supply police launch a campaign to reduce the prices of some goods, with the government calling it a war on high prices. Egypt
After IS threat, Turkey’s Alevi community on alert The Turkish police have disclosed intelligence of possible IS attacks on Alevi institutions but have yet to enforce protection measures. Turkey
Will Beirut bombing spur Lebanon into finding a new president? The attacks in Beirut have opened a window for consensus, and it is likely that presidential hopefuls Michel Aoun and Samir Geagea will stand aside to make room for a third, less divisive candidate. Lebanon
Veiled women detained, handcuffed spark public outcry in Turkey The latest controversy in Turkish society places people either in favor of or against the Justice and Development Party, in the ongoing fight of the "parallel state." Turkey
Why cemetery-dwelling Gazans fear the living, not the dead A cemetery in central Gaza City is home to dozens of families, who receive only minimal aid from the Ministry of Social Affairs. Palestine
How Iraq just legalized discrimination of minorities A new National Identity Card Law passed by the Iraqi parliament legalizes discrimination against non-Muslim minorities. Iraq
How banning Islamic Movement betrays Israel's democracy The government's decision to outlaw the northern branch of the Islamic Movement tramples numerous principles inherent to a democratic society. Palestine
Are the attacks in Paris connected with attacks in Israel? The Israeli right is claiming that Israel and France are fighting against the same kind of terrorism motivated by religious fundamentalism. Israel
Will Iran pursue high-cost strategy in Syria? A previously unpublished speech by an Iranian general who was killed in Syria may reveal efforts to justify Iran's growing involvement in Syria. Syria
Is it time for China to step up its engagement in the Middle East? It is time for China to capitalize on its position as the only great power with good relations with both Iran and Saudi Arabia to facilitate regional engagement. Saudi Arabia
In the battle against IS, where is the Arab coalition? Arab countries claiming their opposition against the Islamic State have stood down in their battle against the self-proclaimed "Caliph Ibrahim," creating a political void in the coalition. Saudi Arabia
Some in Turkey still balk at EU's 'indecent proposal' What's the real value of the EU's offer to pay Turkey 3 billion euros ($3.2 billion), ease visa restrictions and expedite accession negotiations in return for keeping refugees from entering Europe? Turkey
What's the difference between habbeh and intifada? Palestinian media and politicians have yet to agree on the terminology of the ongoing events in the West Bank and Jerusalem. Palestine
How outlawing the Islamic Movement could backfire on Israel The decision to outlaw the northern branch of the Islamic Movement in Israel might actually strengthen its status among Palestinians there. Palestine
Is Abbas trying to distract Egyptian media? During his visit to Cairo, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas accused Hamas of negotiating with Israel regarding annexing part of the Sinai Peninsula to Gaza. Palestine
Does Bibi know more than the Israeli intelligence service? Despite recommendations by the Shin Bet to outlaw the Muslim Brotherhood, the Netanyahu government decided instead to side with the police and outlaw the northern branch of the Islamic Movement. Palestine
