Libya's FM signals elections could be delayed Foreign Minister Najla al-Mangoush said the Dec. 24 elections could be postponed if lawmakers fail to agree on the electoral law. Libya
Iranian forces battle group in Kurdistan province Iran has fought Kurdish-Iranian groups recently. News Brief
Palestinian killed by Israeli forces in West Bank The Israeli military did not immediately comment on the incident. News Brief
With new Iranian president comes new promises of vaccines The new administration has made a number of promises on vaccines. Iran
Israel calls US plan to reopen consulate for Palestinians 'bad idea' In an effort to repair ties with the Palestinians, the Biden administration plans to reopen the US Consulate in Jerusalem that had served as a de facto embassy for the Palestinians. Israel
Israel announces 'civil steps' to alleviate conditions in Gaza Israel says the measures are dependent on "preservation of security" and follow the announcement of $155 million to the Palestinian Authority. Israel
Turkey’s record growth rate belies murky economic prospects Eager to woo back disgruntled voters, Erdogan appears bent on stimulating economic growth at the risk of stoking Turkey’s currency troubles. Turkey
