Riyadh detains officials in new anti-corruption clean-out

The investigation suggests MbS plans to rid himself of political rivals to the throne, as Nazaha authorities carry out over 3000 inspections on corrupt officials from several ministries

Imran Khan’s arrest and Pakistan’s struggle for stability

The brief arrest of the former PM has again unleashed political turmoil in Pakistan, amid speculation that powerful military opponents may have orchestrated the unrest for their own interests.

Sudan: The new geopolitical battlefield between east and west?

The potential outbreak of a civil war sparked by a factional fight within Sudan's military government poses a destabilization threat beyond the nation's borders – into Africa, West Asia, and the emerging multipolar order. This suits the west just fine.

Turmoil erupts in Iraqi parliament over controversial election law

The parliament approved amendments to the law which could potentially weaken the chances of independent parties in elections

US blacklists more Iranian companies, cites drone sales to Russia

More than 22 countries have inquired about the possibility to purchase Iran's attack drones

Iraqi PM withdraws protection for US-appointed former officials

The prime minister's orders are a restructuring effort of the Iraqi state to fight corruption, nepotism and reduce federal spending

Ukraine claims Iranian drones used by Russia ’75 percent US made’: Report

Kiev claims components made in Israel, Japan, and Germany were also found inside the alleged Iranian drones

Mustafa Al-Kadhimi: The Iraqi PM who did nothing

Following his meteoric rise in Iraqi politics, what has been the legacy of Mustafa al-Kadhimi, and whose interests did he really serve?

Saudi royals sell foreign assets after Crown Prince cuts income

The Saudi Media Ministry did not respond to questions about the finances of members of the royal family

Prince Hamzah bin Hussein of Jordan relinquishes royal title

Hamzah bin Hussein has been an outspoken critic of the Jordanian royal family and other ruling elites

Lebanese judge seizes assets of Central Bank Governor Riad Salameh

The Lebanese people have been suffering under harsh economic circumstances built up during Salameh's long tenure as governor

To survive, Lebanon needs to get real

As Lebanon's economy continues plunging, it needs to look beyond 'aid and bailouts' to craft a longterm economic plan with friendly neighbors

Recount of votes in Iraqi election to last for a week as parties reject early results

Preliminary results show the Sairoon coalition led by Muqtada al-Sadr maintaining their position as Iraq’s largest parliamentary bloc