Raisi: Iran 'never has hope' in Vienna talks Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has struck a pessimistic tone commenting on the nuclear talks between Iran and world powers. Iran
Iraq receives 145% more foreign visitors in 2021 Iraq waived the visa requirements for citizens of many economically powerful countries last year in a bid to attract tourists and businesspeople. News Brief
Saudi Arabia building support for Expo 2030 bid The kingdom wants to host the international cultural forum, which is currently being held in Dubai. News Brief
Saudi IT industry to work with German software firm SAP on cloud technology The memorandum of understanding is the latest to come out of the LEAP technology forum in Riyadh, and reflects the kingdom’s diversification efforts. News Brief
UAE announces mission to explore asteroids The Emirates is the first Arab state to have a Mars mission and already has a probe circling the planet. News Brief
Azerbaijan weighs buying Israeli Arrow-3 missile amid Iran tensions Iran's posturing could further cement Baku's defense ties with Israel. Israel
Iranian and Armenian FMs meet in Tehran The meeting followed recent tensions between Armenia's rival, Azerbaijan, and Iran. News Brief
Two children killed in Yemen's Marib Five more were injured, making the number of young casualties Sunday the most since the Houthi offensive began in February. News Brief
Libya’s parliament passes key elections legislation The breakthrough follows concerns last month that the House of Representatives' vote of no confidence could be further thwart progress towards national reunification. Libya
UN probe finds Libya's warring parties likely committed war crimes A team of investigators appointed by the Human Rights Council said the rival factions, foreign fighters and third countries involved in Libya's war have likely committed war crimes and crimes against humanity since 2016. Libya
Jordan’s king, Syria’s leader speak by phone for first time in decade Jordan is emerging as a chief advocate of restoring ties with Bashar al-Assad's regime. News Brief
Cyclone wreaks havoc on Oman The storm caused death and destruction throughout Oman and also hit Iran. News Brief
Turkish company again stops supplying Lebanon with electricity Lebanon is in the midst of a debilitating electricity, fuel and economic crisis. News Brief
Saudi Arabia hosts major falcon festival The practice of falconry, whereby trained birds hunt for prey on behalf of humans, is common on the Arabian peninsula. News Brief
Iran says Israel FM's visit left 'stain' on Bahrain The Iranian Foreign Ministry said the damage could not be undone by Israeli Foreign Minister Yair Lapid’s recent visit to Bahrain. Iran
UAE leader meets Pakistani army head The meeting comes as the Gulf state deals with the recent Taliban takeover of Afghanistan. News Brief
