Iran continues dismantling JCPOA nuclear restrictions Tehran is launching construction work on the first of two new nuclear units in a $10 billion expansion of its power plant and has begun enriching uranium at a site formerly limited to research. Russia
After indictment, Netanyahu scores well in polls, but Gantz does better Not many people arrived at last night’s demonstration in Tel Aviv, but polls indicate public support of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is still high. Israel
Netanyahu directs supporters to protest law enforcement For the first time in Israel's history, the prime minister has called upon his supporters to demonstrate against the country’s law enforcement agencies. Israel
Iran lawmakers move to impeach three of Rouhani's ministers Iranian lawmakers have launched separate bids to impeach three ministers in President Hassan Rouhani's cabinet, giving the already embattled president yet another headache. Iran
Amid ongoing unrest, Iraq refuses to receive IS detainees from Syria Though Iraq previously said it would receive and prosecute foreign Islamic State fighters from Syria, it has now rescinded its offer. Iraq
Turkey’s economic crisis takes toll on wealth holders Hit by the Turkish lira’s slump against the dollar, economic contraction and decline in real estate prices, Turkey’s richest have watched their wealth erode. Turkey
Why Turkish government turned a blind eye to draining, excavation of Ice Age lake Turkish authorities allowed an excavation and draining of the 12,000-year-old Fathomless Lake in pursuit of a rumor that there was Roman treasure on the lake bottom. The lake was drained, revealing no treasure. Turkey
Algeria’s government and protesters on track for collision Algerian protesters are stepping up pressure against the ruling regime as the Dec. 12 elections near, with complete rejection of the candidates. Algeria
Desperate times bring out Erdogan in camouflage President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s biggest promise was to minimize the role of the military in politics. Did he keep his promise? Turkey
Questions arise about Hamas' absence in fight with Israel Hamas and Islamic Jihad are touting their unity following a brief dust-up after Hamas sat out the most recent battle between Israel and the resistance. Palestine
Riyadh agreement neglects Yemen’s 'manmade' humanitarian crisis Since the Saudi-led coalition intervened against Houthis in Yemen in 2015, both warring sides have deliberately targeted medical facilities, while few if any projects are being carried out to revive the health care system in a country where millions are suffering. Saudi Arabia
Smuggling crackdown highlights resilience of northeast Syria’s oil trade Despite a joint Kurdish-US crackdown against oil smugglers from northeast Syria toward government-controlled territories, trade continues. Syria
Coalition talks: Why Netanyahu jumped off the wagon According to the Blue and White party, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu bolted out of the coalition talks at the very last moment over the issue of his immunity. Israel
Demolition of Palestinians' Jerusalem homes surges Israeli authorities have picked up the pace of destroying Palestinian homes in Jerusalem, which Palestinians blame in part on US officials' statements. Palestine
With Israel politically paralyzed, Hamas wants deal now The IDF is recommending relief measures for the Gaza Strip, but with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu indicted and with new Defense Minister Naftali Bennett preparing for elections, there is no one to make the call. Palestine
Iraqi government responds to protests by digging in After nearly two months of protests in Iraq, the government is using excessive force on demonstrators and not giving in to their demands. Iraq
