Why Iran could be approaching hyperinflation in coming years The asset markets in Iran have been witnessing sharp surging spikes in prices in the recent weeks and months on the back of astonishingly rising money supply. Iran
Iran hangs protester despite calls to halt execution Campaigns led by Iranian human rights activists failed to halt the execution of the protester arrested during anti-government rallies in late 2017. Iran
Appointing military advisers to oversee civil life in Egypt stirs anger According to a new law approved by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, a military adviser will be tasked with representing the Ministry of Defense in every governorate, as is the case with all other ministries. Egypt
Has Israel's Gantz lost will to fight? With Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu insisting on a one-year budget, Defense Minister Benny Gantz is left with two unappealing choices and perhaps the end of his political career. Israel
Lebanon's Chernobyl moment On the evening of Aug. 4, Beirut witnessed an unprecedented explosion that ruined a large part of the city, injuring thousands and killing many. Lebanon
Israel offers Lebanon medical assistance after Beirut blast Israeli officials offered to provide neighboring Lebanon with medical aid following a deadly bombing that rocked the Lebanese capital. Lebanon
On the Middle East with Amberin Zaman Mina Al-Oraibi discusses how UAE got ahead of COVID-19 pandemic and pulled off Mars Mission, why she has faith in Iraq’s potential, and more Andrew Parasiliti
Rumors swirl in Turkey as former presidential candidate reportedly seeks to form new political party Muharrem Ince, a former presidential candidate for Turkey’s main opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP), reportedly expressed interest in establishing a breakaway party, fueling rumors analysts say might serve as a trial balloon for future political maneuvers. Turkey
Fire at Iranian industrial site adds to wave of mysterious explosions The fire near Tehran, which caused no casualties, is under investigation. Israel
Intel: Syria to build Hagia Sophia replica with Russian backing With support from Russian officials and the Orthodox Church, Syria will begin construction on a small-scale replica of the Hagia Sophia that will serve as an Orthodox cathedral. Syria
Australian envoy says academic jailed in Iran doing 'well' Ambassador Lyndall Sachs visited with Kylie Moore-Gilbert Sunday following her transfer to a notorious desert prison last month. Iran
Rouhani: Iran’s economy handled pandemic better than US Iran’s president said his country’s economy is in a comparatively better shape than the US and European states' ones when it comes to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic. U.S.
Major explosions rock Beirut, causing widespread damage and casualties At least 70 people are dead and thousands injured. Lebanon
Can Syria's Kurds reel in Turkey with profits from American oil deal? The recent deal signed between the SDF and a US oil company is as much about political brinkmanship as oil. Syria
Parents of detained journalist Austin Tice urge Trump to talk directly with Syrian regime The new plea from Marc and Debra Tice comes on the heels of John Bolton's allegations that he and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo thought it was a bad idea for President Trump to engage with his Syrian counterpart. Syria
Algerian journalist's trial begins behind closed doors Reporters without Borders warns that independent journalist Khaled Drareni is being persecuted for his opinions amid scant press freedom in Algeria. Algeria