Iran-Pakistan cooperation complicated by sanctions, porous border Newly inaugurated power line and border marketplace mark progress, but sanctions hinder completion of long-delayed pipeline. Iran
Analysis What's behind Saudi Arabia’s decision to restore ties with Canada? Saudi Arabia recalled its ambassador in 2018 following Canada’s criticism of women’s rights activists in the Gulf country. By Adam Lucente In New York City, reporting on regional news, militancy, climate change
Turkey Elections: Kurds, far-right rally behind Kilicdaroglu ahead of Sunday’s vote Refuting speculation, Turkey’s largest Kurdish political movement announced it would continue to support the main opposition leader despite his alliance with the far right. Turkey
Syria's Assad accuses France of 'hysteria' for calling to put him on trial Damascus is furious after French Foreign Minister Catherine Colonna said she thinks Syrian President Bashar al-Assad should stand trial for his role in the Syrian war. Syria
Iran tests ballistic missile with 1250-mile range, capable of hitting Israel The missile's declared range makes it capable of reaching Israel, which warned Tehran this week with military action over its ramped-up nuclear enrichment and regional activities. Iran
Iraqi Kurdistan's haute couture breaks into Paris Fashion Week Lara Dizeyee, who will be showcasing her designs at Paris Fashion week in early July, has created a unique line of luxury wear blending Kurdish traditions with contemporary twists. Iraq
Turkey Elections: Deepfakes, disinformation ‘misdirect’ voters ahead of runoff False claims and montage videos have featured heavily in campaign leading to Sunday’s presidential rerun. Turkey
