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
Iran holds another military drill in the Gulf of Oman Tuesday's ground forces exercise followed naval and drone drills last week, as tensions with the United States continue. Iran
UFC star Conor McGregor makes Fight Island debut in Abu Dhabi on Saturday Abu Dhabi has emerged as the global center of the mixed martial arts competition during the COVID-19 pandemic. Originals
600 arrested as police, protesters clash in Tunisia The anti-government protests come 10 years after Tunisia's revolution triggered pro-democracy uprisings across the region. Tunisia
Egypt dodges Trump’s ire as White House orders massive last-minute aid cuts The outgoing president initally sought to freeze US military aid to Egypt over its purchase of Russian military hardware. Egypt
Erdogan calls for 'positive steps' with Biden on F-35 program The Turkish president called Turkey's suspension from the F-35 program a "serious wrong" from a NATO ally. Turkey
GOP mega donor Sheldon Adelson buried in Jerusalem A small service was held on the Mount of Olives for Adelson, who died Monday at 87. Israel
Iran’s shows off ballistic missiles, drones in drill amid US tensions The military exercise in Iran's central desert comes as the Trump administration makes a final push to punish Tehran. Iran
Israel to start vaccinating prisoners next week Both Israeli and Palestinian prisoners will be included in the country's national vaccination drive. Israel
Turkey’s defense minister calls for ‘dialogue’ over S-400 sanctions Turkish Defense Minister Hulusi Akar also said he was optimistic that Turkey would return to the F-35 program. Turkey
Iran to manufacture uranium metal in latest violation of nuclear deal Tehran officials informed the United Nations' nuclear watchdog that assembly equipment is being prepared to produce the nuclear fuel. Iran
UAE signs joint defense agreement with Cyprus The Gulf country is eyeing a new partnership in the Mediterranean to counter Turkey. Originals
Kuwait's prime minister submits Cabinet's resignation Ministers handed in their resignations Tuesday amid a standoff with parliament. Kuwait
