Iraqi Kurdistan says economy at risk of collapse, asks for US help

Baghdad accuses Turkey of violating the Iraq-Turkey pipeline agreement by allowing Kurdistan to use it

German economy minister heads to Qatar and UAE under NATO pressure to ditch Russian gas

The German government has made it clear that it cannot afford to boycott Russian energy before finding proper alternatives

Lebanese economy minister meets with Turkish, Indian ambassadors to discuss looming crisis

With at least 60 percent of its wheat imports coming from Russia and Ukraine, the Levantine nation is facing a food crisis

As Turkey’s economy collapses, calls for constitutional reforms grow

Soaring inflation, fluctuating currency rates, epic hike rates demand that Turkey institute urgent constitutional reforms

Iran has joined the SCO, now it needs to turbo-boost its economy

With Iran's full accession to the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) complete, Tehran now needs to wrangle big trade deals with its new regional friends to offset US sanctions against its beleaguered economy.

Protesters storm STC presidential palace in Yemen’s Aden to protest failing economy

Mass protests have been growing across Yemen's southern regions against Saudi occupation troops

Saudi crown prince appointed prime minister by royal decree

MbS has become the first Saudi prince to hold the position of PM, a role historically reserved for the king

German chancellor meets with Qatari Emir to discuss expansion of relations

Germany has been looking to secure new fuel sources after losing access to Russian gas

New convoy of looted oil smuggled out of Syria by US army

Over the past year Washington has plundered hundreds of fuel tankers out of Syria to their bases in Iraq

Israeli PM backs two-state solution in UN speech

Lapid remarked that a two-state solution would benefit Israel's general security, economy, and future generations

Russia, Saudi Arabia enhance ties away from US

The US moral stance against MbS has negatively impacted its efforts to lower gas prices and effectively sanction Russia

The real US agenda in Africa is hegemony

Forget development. Washington's primary interest in Africa today is keeping the Chinese and Russians out.

Aramco CEO slams European energy crisis plan as short-term solution

The CEO highlighted that climate change goals did not need to change but that the world needed a more viable energy plan

Israel, Bahrain launch talks for free trade agreement

While trade between both countries lacks behind, Israel and Bahrain already signed deals related to defense and the military

Germany hopes to replace Russian gas with Qatari, UAE supply

As Europe heads towards a disastrous winter after banning the purchase of Russian fuel, the continent's largest economy is scrambling to find a way to shield its many industries

Paris-held intelligence meeting reveals Saudi demands for Lebanon

A source revealed that Saudi Arabia rejected Suleiman Franjieh as a potential candidate, opting instead for Lebanese Army chief Joseph Aoun

HRW accuses Jordan of ‘intensified persecution’ of political opponents

One third of the aid provided to Jordan by the US government will be used to upgrade its military capabilities

US to increase foreign aid to Jordan

The 4th Memorandum of Understanding signed between both countries urges Jordan to continue to reform its economy

‘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

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?

Saad Hariri and the collapse of Lebanon

The Syrian regime-change war and Lebanon's economic collapse happened under Saad Hariri's watch, but the Future Movement leader is seldom mentioned for the pivotal role he played in Lebanon's unravelling

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard seizes foreign ship in Persian Gulf

The IRGC have captured several ships smuggling fuel in the Persian Gulf in the past few months

Asia’s future takes shape in Vladivostok, the Russian Pacific

Sixty-eight countries gathered on Russia's far eastern coast to listen to Moscow's economic and political vision for the Asia-Pacific

US calls to end oil dispute between Baghdad and Kurdistan region

During a meeting between Masrour Barzani and the US Assistant Secretary of State, Washington reaffirmed its support for the Kurdistan government and Kurdish militias

Iran and the Persian Gulf monarchies: Diplomacy remains their only option

Reconciliation between Iran and the GCC will reap vast mutual benefits, while conflict only serves those outside the Persian Gulf

Qatar asks local banks to stop currency exchange deals abroad: Report

Last year, KSA, the UAE, Bahrain, and Egypt ended a dispute with Doha over allegations that it supports Islamic militants in the region

US sets up new military base in Syria

While Syria struggles through a severe energy shortage, US occupation forces steal over 80 percent of the nation's oil each day

Explosion rocks oil refinery in southwestern city of Iran

The oil refinery is the oldest of its kind and one of the largest in the country, supplying 25 percent of Iran's fuel

Turkey hikes energy costs as inflation soars

The Turkish president’s controversial economic policies have contributed the country’s deteriorating economy

How Arab states perceive the US-China standoff

West Asian countries recognize China’s sovereign claims over Taiwan, yet many of them still rely on the US militarily and politically, so where do they stand?