Fatah Alliance leader tells Turkish envoy all foreign troops must leave Iraq

During their meeting, the Shia political leader also told the Turkish diplomat that no foreign interference will be allowed in Iraq's ongoing electoral dispute

Jordanian and Iranian foreign ministers hold phone call to discuss regional developments

The Iranian foreign minister phoned his Jordanian counterpart days after meetings in Beirut and Damascus

UAE renews call for armistice in Syria

The UAE official welcomed the reopening of the international airport in Aleppo as essential to facilitate flights for the United Nations humanitarian assistance program

Azerbaijan claims they ‘crushed’ Armenian attack in Nagorno-Karabakh

The EU called for an immediate end to hostilities, and said both sides should respect the ceasefire

Leaders of Iran, Russia, Turkey attend summit on political solution for Syria

The heads of states agreed that military conflict cannot resolve the Syrian crisis, and that a political solution must be put forth to resolve internal conflicts

Imran Khan rewrites Pakistan’s political history

Against the odds and powerful rivals pitted against him, former PM Khan’s win in Punjab elections is a victory for democracy and Pakistan's sovereignty

Lebanon MP faces legal battle after meeting Israel officials at Morocco conference

A photo from the event in Morocco showed the Lebanese MP standing next to Efraim Sneh, the adviser to the Israeli prime minister

‘Saudi ambassador sowing sedition in Lebanon’: Hezbollah official

Sheikh Qawook stated that silence in the face of Saudi interference in Lebanese affairs exposes all those who falsely raised slogans on the preservation of Lebanon's independence and sovereignty

Tensions rise between Lebanon’s Shia and Christian parties as election results trickle out

A Hezbollah MP has warned the Lebanese Forces party against 'inciting a new civil war' after the LF threatened to form a government that excludes Shia parties

Timing is everything: Unpacking Assad’s visit to Tehran

Five reasons for President Assad’s unannounced visit to the Iranian capital amid rapid geopolitical developments in the region

The ultimate explainer to Lebanon’s 2022 elections

Even the Lebanese struggle to understand the mechanics of their elections. So The Cradle has provided a handy guide to understand the basics.

Lebanese Christian leader accuses US of creating economic collapse

The leader of the popular Free Patriotic Movement has had a political alliance with Hezbollah for almost two decades

Lebanese government ignores Russian wheat, oil offer despite crisis: Report

Russia also offers to sell fuel to power Lebanon's power plants, pricing the sales in Lebanese liras instead of foreign currencies

Pakistan heads for snap elections amid regime-change allegations

PM Imran Khan has accused the White House of orchestrating a parliamentary coup to remove him from his post

A Russian wrench in Vienna halts US dash for the finish line

In an eleventh-hour shot across Vienna's bow, the Russians challenged the US 'weaponization of the dollar' with the 'weaponization of the atom.'

Hezbollah chief criticizes regional players trying to destabilize Lebanon

In a wide-ranging interview, Hassan Nasrallah lauded the resistance group's air defense capabilities and said Hezbollah is the 'only guarantee' for Lebanon's safety

Iran willing to aid in reconstruction of Nagorno-Karabakh

During their conversation, the military chiefs of Iran and Azerbaijan said their nations hope to expand and consolidate bilateral relations

Iran announces new round of talks with Saudi Arabia ‘is on the agenda’

For nearly a year, the historic rivals have been holding talks in Iraq in an effort to establish sustainable relations

No deal reached between Iraq’s main political leader and pro-PMU parties: Report

Despite the political deadlock, leaders from the Coordination Framework described their meeting with Muqtada al-Sadr as "positive and responsible"

Iranian FM visits Azerbaijan following months of simmering tensions

During a joint press conference with his Azeri counterpart, the diplomats announced Tehran and Baku are working at developing bilateral relations

‘Rotten to the core:’ How Israel influenced British policy on Hamas

Israel now controls British Foreign policy through a highly-infiltrated, ferociously active network of organizations, campaigners, and relationships

Iran, Azerbaijan leaders meet; vow to not be influenced by enemies

The two presidents committed to get past the "unwanted" tensions.

Iraq and Syria discuss humanitarian situation in Al-Hawl camp

In 2021, 74 children died inside the Al-Hawl refugee camp, including eight who were intentionally murdered

Protest death toll rises in Iran as officials accuse western nations of meddling

Forensic officials confirmed there were no traces of physical violence on Mahsa Amini's head, saying 'misinformation' was spread about the Kurdish woman who died in police custody

Qatar cannot replace Russia as energy source to Europe: Qatari Emir

During an interview with French media, the Emir also called on other Gulf states to prioritize dialogue with the Islamic Republic

What to expect at the Arab League Summit in Algiers

Algeria's strong anti-colonial stance and ties to Russia, Syria and Iran ensures that the upcoming Arab League Summit in Algiers will be anything but business-as-usual

Iraq needs to resolve issues through talks: Tehran

Heavy clashes throughout Baghdad's Green Zone left at least 30 dead, and hundreds injured

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?

Time for Palestine to claim its stolen gas

Hezbollah has threatened Israel with war if Lebanon is not allowed to exploit its share in the Karish gas field. Now, the Palestinian resistance may do the same over their “stolen gas” off the Gaza Strip.

India-Russia-Iran: Eurasia’s new transportation powerhouses

No longer just an 'alternative route' on a drawing board, the International North South Transportation Corridor (INSTC) is paying dividends in a time of global crisis. And Moscow, Tehran and New Delhi are now leading players in the Eurasian competition for transportation routes.