Khamenei supports stricter hijab enforcement in Iran Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei finally weighed in on the recent controversy over the country’s enforcement of strict Islamic dress for women. Iran
Iran temporarily releases US-UK environmentalist Morad Tahbaz His daughter Tara Tahbaz described the news of his temporary release as "surreal." Iran
Praise for Erdogan's mediation in Ukraine grain deal has its limits The UN-Turkish mediation with Russia and Ukraine may not give the Turkish president the expected diplomatic boost at home. Turkey
Israeli warplanes become every day reality for Lebanese Research based on complaints to the UN Security Council reveals an intrusive and constant Israeli presence over Lebanese airspace, with consequences for public health. Lebanon
Nile Dam dispute still stalled following US, GCC+3 summit in Jeddah Although the leaders of Arab and Gulf countries, as well as the United States, expressed support for a diplomatic solution to the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam, many don’t believe this statement will revive the negotiations or push Ethiopia to end its unilateral measures. Egypt
Water crisis threatens millions with thirst in Tunisia Tunisian President Kais Saied has called on the government to immediately address the water crisis in the country, where millions who rely on agriculture are facing the threat of thirst amid repeated water cuts and the disruption of work of the concerned institutions. North Africa
Rival for Israeli vote emerges in Lapid's own camp Prime Minister Yair Lapid though opposition leader Benjamin Netanyahu would be his most dangerous rival, but now Defense Minister Benny Gantz also emerged as an opponent. Israel
Following Biden’s MidEast visit, Pentagon aims to do more with less The White House wants the Pentagon to bring Israeli tech to link up Arab air defenses, but can progress be achieved without deploying additional American units? Gulf
Saudi Arabia signs energy agreement with Greece Another purpose of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's visit is to seek greater economic and technological cooperation with Greece. Gulf
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Why Iran-Russia relations likely won’t go beyond cooperation in Syria Putin’s recent trip to Tehran was a PR win for the Russian president, but is unlikely to result in any further concessions for Iran. Iran
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