UAE records new high in COVID-19 cases The United Arab Emirates is trying to simultaneously fight the resurgence of the coronavirus and boost its tourism industry. United Arab Emirates
Israel sets new virus record with nearly 7,000 new cases in one day The Health Ministry announced 6,923 confirmed cases, shattering the previous highest single-day total of 5,533. Israel
Turkey considers new restrictions as infections rise New COVID-19 cases and death rates in Turkey have returned to levels not seen since May, prompting officials to consider tighter restrictions following a partial reopening of public schools. Turkey
Iran reportedly loading Venezuelan oil for sale abroad Bloomberg reported that an Iranian ship reached the South American country last week. The United States is trying to stop fuel transfers between the two countries. Iran
Third COVID-19 wave overwhelms Iranian hospitals A third wave of coronavirus infections is bringing Iran's medical infrastructure to its knees as the country’s health minister points to a lack of financial support. Iran
Escaping coronavirus stress, Israelis buy chocolate Young Israeli chocolatiers are battling the coronavirus-induced economic crisis to keep the local chocolate industry afloat. Israel
Esper, meeting with Gantz, reaffirms commitment to Israel's regional military edge Israel Defense Minister Benny Gantz and US Defense Secretary Mark Esper expressed confidence the US would maintain Israel's qualitative military edge United Arab Emirates
Saudi Arabia to allow limited umrah pilgrimage beginning Oct. 4 After a seven-month suspension, Saudi Arabia will allow Muslim pilgrims to perform umrah in the holy cities of Mecca and Medina. Saudi Arabia
Israeli delegation lands in Bahrain A senior Israeli delegation arrived in Bahrain today to discuss the details of a normalization agreement between the two countries. Bahrain
Team Emirates rider wins Tour de France as cycling gains legs in Middle East The region is warming to investments in sports such as cycling as governments in the region seek to expand their sports diplomacy and soft power. Gulf
Kadhimi follows through on promises to reform Iraq's security sector Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi's recent appointments and reforms are likely to face resistance from some political blocs and armed groups who feel they are losing power. Iraq
Rare anti-Sisi protests lead to crackdown, arrests in Egypt Small and sporadic groups of protesters responded to Egyptian contractor Mohamed Ali's calls to demonstrate, followed by arrests in predominantly poor rural areas. Egypt
Egyptian media campaign targets Hamas Egyptian media has renewed its attacks against Hamas following an investigative report by Al Jazeera accusing Egypt of tightening the siege on Gaza. Palestine
Egypt rallies Arab states against Turkey in Syria Cairo is capitalizing on anger over the Turkish intervention in Syria to unite the Arab ranks in support of Damascus. Egypt
Egypt boosts naval power in deal with German shipbuilder Egypt is getting ready to start building its first locally manufactured frigate with the help of Germany. Egypt
Archaeologists worry new roads could damage pyramids The construction of two highways near the ruins of the ancient city of Memphis has alarmed archaeologists, who fear that traffic on the new roads will damage the archaeological treasures in the area and expose them to theft. Egypt
