Turkish inflation hits 85.5% as doubts linger over official data Alternative surveys put Turkey’s inflation rate well above the official figure, nourishing suspicions that the statistics agency is tweaking market realities under government pressure. Turkey
Why is Iran allying itself with Syrian tribal brigade in Aleppo? A group of Iranian clerics visited the headquarters of the Baqir Brigade, Iran's ally, in the city of Aleppo. The brigade has played a major role in curbing Russian influence in Aleppo in favor of Iran. Syria
Gaza factions brace for Israeli assassinations Palestinian factions are on high alert in the Gaza Strip amid concerns that Israel will carry out assassination operations against figures it accuses of inciting attacks in the West Bank. Palestine
Israel lifts siege on Nablus as Lion’s Den group gains more popularity Israel has partially lifted the siege it had imposed on the West Bank city of Nablus after killing the leader of the Lion’s Den group. Palestine
The Takeaway: Iran’s exiled Kurdish opposition wants Biden's attention Plus, US lawmakers raise rights concerns ahead of COP27, US-Saudi diplomacy continues on Yemen and what Benjamin Netanyahu’s comeback means for US-Israel ties. By Elizabeth Hagedorn In Washington, DC, reporting on diplomacy, regional politics, human rights
‘Stars aligned’ for Palestinian startups, Gulf investors say Entrepreneurs from the West Bank and Gaza recently visited Dubai to attend a conference on funding for new businesses. Palestine
