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Years after Trump’s ‘f*** him’ remark, Netanyahu’s rift with Washington grows
The ongoing hostile relationship between the historic allies underscores Netanyahu's growing international isolation
May 19, 2023
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Arab League summit kicks off in Saudi Arabia marking Syria’s return from the cold
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is also attending the summit and will reportedly meet with a Russian delegation in Jeddah
May 19, 2023
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Russian oil floods global markets via major Asian intermediaries
Despite western sanctions, there is more Russian fuel being exported around the world than before the Ukraine crisis. It's just coming via Saudi Arabia, India, China, and other trading states – with steep commissions.
May 04, 2023
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‘US destroyed Yemeni industries, turned nation into consumer market’: Ansarallah
Washington has recently been trying to insert itself into ongoing peace talks between Yemen and Saudi Arabia mediated by Oman
May 02, 2023
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Palestine hits back at EU official for ‘racist’ remarks
The PA has called on European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to apologize for remarks made during a speech commemorating Israel 75th anniversary
Apr 27, 2023
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Syrian FM makes landmark visit to Saudi Arabia
The end of Syria's regional isolation nears more than ten years after Washington's war on the country
Apr 12, 2023
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Israel on edge over US army chief’s Iran remarks: Report
Senior officials in Tel Aviv reportedly became alarmed that Washington changed its stance on Iran's nuclear program
Apr 06, 2023
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Yemenis flood streets to mark eight anniversary of Saudi-led war
Clashes have resumed in recent days between the Yemeni army and Saudi-backed militants despite ongoing efforts to bring the war to an end
Mar 27, 2023
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Israeli officials will not meet EU foreign policy chief over critical remarks
Borrell criticized increased settler violence and civilian casualties caused by Israel’s West Bank raids
Mar 18, 2023
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Denmark lifts ban on weapons sales to Saudi Arabia, UAE
Denmark halted arms exports to Saudi Arabia and the UAE in 2018, but Danish arms manufacturer Terma continued to supply radar and missile defense systems to the UAE
Mar 10, 2023
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Iranian oil exports to Pakistan hindered by sanctions and thriving black market
Despite defying US sanctions on Russian fuel imports, Islamabad has shied away from doing the same with Tehran, hindering potential lucrative bilateral trade between the two neighboring states. 
Feb 07, 2023
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Iraqi police raid exchange companies to regulate market rates
The Iraqi dinar has been on a downward slope since the US Treasury started tightening sanctions against Iran
Jan 21, 2023
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Xi Jinping ends landmark KSA visit by calling on Arab states to embrace multipolar world
Leaders from across West Asia and Africa travelled to the Saudi capital to meet with the Chinese president
Dec 10, 2022
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China hails Saudi Arabia’s role in oil markets, Riyadh supports ‘one-china’ policy
Xi is on a three day visit to Riyadh to attend a summit with Saudi delegates, Arab states, and nations of the GCC coalition
Dec 09, 2022
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Qatar blasts ‘anti-market’ agreements and sabotage by western nations
Oil producing nations oppose an upcoming price cap on Russian fuel, fearing such punitive measures by the west could easily be used against them as well
Oct 25, 2022
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Dutch envoy’s remarks over press freedom in Jordan outrages Amman, Abu Dhabi
Jordan claims the Dutch ambassador “interfered” in a broadcast license application that is reportedly still under legal consideration
Oct 21, 2022
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Strong dollar pushes Lebanese pound to record high on black market
Since 2019, Lebanon has been experiencing the worst economic collapse in modern history, as a result of rampant corruption within the state and among the financial elite
Oct 16, 2022
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Putin receives UAE president in Moscow to discuss energy markets, international issues
Before Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed al-Nahyan arrived in Moscow, he visited Serbia to discuss mutual cooperation between the two countries
Oct 11, 2022
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Iraq marks one year since parliamentary elections with no political solution
After a resounding victory in the polls last year and their months-long failure to form a government, the Sadrist movement now insists on dissolving parliament and holding new anticipated elections
Oct 10, 2022
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Massive rally to mark anniversary of the 21 September Revolution in Yemen
Yemenis mark the eighth anniversary of a popular revolution against the Saudi-backed Hadi regime in 2014
Sep 21, 2022
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‘Samarkand Spirit’ to be driven by ‘responsible powers’ Russia and China
The SCO summit of Asian power players delineated a road map for strengthening the multipolar world
Sep 16, 2022
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US embassy tweet sparks outrage in Lebanon
Lebanese citizens are up in arms over the US embassy latest violation of the nation's sovereignty
Aug 25, 2022
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Syria marks its presence at the International Army Games’ Tank Biathlon’
Syria shows its over ten years of experience in war at the International Military Games
Aug 22, 2022
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USAID earmarks $29.5mln for Lebanon to counter aid offers from Iran and Russia
The donation from Washington comes at a time when both Moscow and Tehran are awaiting a response from Lebanese officials to provide the country with grain and fuel
Aug 17, 2022
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Samarkand at the crossroads: from Timur to the BRI and SCO
From its ancient Silk Road role to China’s BRI project, Uzbekistan is set to remain an important geoeconomic hub in Central Asia
Aug 11, 2022
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Israel announces construction of joint industrial park with Jordan
The multimillion-dollar project, known as the Jordan Gateway, was recently approved, but Amman has not commented on the matter
Aug 01, 2022
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Dozens of Egyptian soldiers buried in mass grave underneath ‘Mini Israel’ parking lot
For over five decades, Israel kept the secret of this mass grave which held the bodies of many Egyptian soldiers, some of whom were burned alive
Jul 08, 2022
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Teetering on the verge of collapse, Israeli government marks first year in power
While officials claim their government has 'improved life in matters of security,' recent polls show an increasing number of Israelis feel unsafe in the occupied territories
Jun 13, 2022
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Talks between Iran and Saudi Arabia made ‘remarkable progress’: Iraqi PM
The regional rivals have held five rounds of talks in hopes of rebuilding diplomatic ties
Jun 08, 2022
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Regional leaders condemn India’s ruling party over anti-Islam remarks
The BJP has been accused of supporting the policies and rhetoric that instigated a spike in violence against Indian Muslims
Jun 06, 2022
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