Leftist lawmaker's resignation offers Israel's Bennett staying power Now that Meretz Knesset member Ghaida Rinawie Zoabi has quit the coalition, the interim balance of power has shifted to the right. Israel
Egyptian-German archaeologists unveil inscriptions, reliefs of Esna Temple After restorations that began two years ago by the joint Egyptian-German mission, the Esna Temple on the Nile banks finally appeared in the original colors it bore 2,000 years ago. Egypt
In Washington, Israeli defense minister reiterates warnings on Iran The Iranian nuclear program and its support of regional and global terror were the focus of the meeting in Washington May 19 between Israel’s Defense Minister Benny Gantz and Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin. Israel
New exhibition spotlights forgotten Egyptians who discovered King Tut Delving into the archives of British archaeologist Howard Carter, who led the mission down to the pharaoh’s burial chamber, the University of Oxford’s Bodleian Libraries shines a spotlight on the immense contribution of the locals — a role largely overlooked by history. Culture
NFTs get Egyptian women out of debtor's prison An organization that offers help to poor Egyptian women persecuted by the law has partnered with a creative collective in Dubai to raise donations and awareness, especially outside the country, using non-fungible tokens. Egypt
Egypt's legislators divided on burkinis Debates about whether women should be allowed to wear burkinis in swimming pools have been reignited in Egypt as the Arab country hopes it can use the summer season to compensate the losses its tourism sector sustained because of the Russian war on Ukraine. Egypt
Analysis OPINION: Five post-Ukraine Mideast realities Biden's team must consider The seismic impact of Russia's invasion of Ukraine requires Washington to reconsider its role not just in Europe, but in the Middle East as well. By James F. Jeffrey
Iran vows harsh crackdown on economic protests Despite a massive security presence, many Iranian cities continue to witness rallies triggered by soaring prices, with protesters chanting slogans against the country's top leadership. Iran
US sanctions network of Hezbollah businessman in Lebanon The Treasury Department designated Ahmad Jalal Reda Abdallah and several of his associates and companies based in Lebanon and Iraq. Lebanon
Morocco to ramp up green hydrogen production While the industry is still in its infancy, the need to develop sustainable energy sources is becoming more pressing for the country. Morocco
Egypt raises bank rates again The Central Bank cited rising inflation and price increases due to the war in Ukraine for the move. Egypt
Israel’s defense minister restores Iran to internal political agenda Bracing for possible new elections, Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz is making the most of his public statements on the Iranian nuclear threat. Israel
