Iran dismantles two ISIS militant cells

Efforts to prevent foreign-sponsored unrest and terror attacks in the country continue

Saudi Arabia will not normalize with Israel until two-state solution is achieved

On the same day, Netanyahu affirmed that Tel Aviv is ready to normalize relations with Riyadh

Netanyahu says Israel ready to normalize ties with Saudi Arabia

Israel has taken an interest in establishing ties with the kingdom, following the signing of the Abraham Accords in 2020

Israel considers peace with Saudi Arabia possible under new government

Despite their vast differences, both the Israeli opposition and those in power today support attacking Iran while advancing ties with Israel's Arab neighbors

‘Iran wants to sell oil to India’: Ambassador

The Iranian Embassy in New Delhi organized a condolence prayer session to commemorate the victims of ISIS attacks in Shah Cheragh

Shia cleric shot dead in Iran’s Zahedan city

Zahedan's attack comes in light of a new day of protests in Iran

At least 15 killed during terror attack in Iran

ISIS has claimed responsibility for the attack on the Shah Cheragh shrine in Shiraz

Dozens dead in Iraqi capital as rockets pummel Green Zone

Local sources in Baghdad have described the clashes between Sadrist armed groups and security forces as 'uncontrollable'

Saudi Arabia Hajj revenue to surpass $350bln by 2032

Saudi Arabia has faced backlash from the Muslim world over its strict regulations and fierce exploitation of the pilgrimage for profit

Iraq to mediate release of Iranian pilgrim from Saudi Arabia

An unidentified Iranian was arrested by Saudi State Security during the Hajj pilgrimage in June

From Balkh to Konya: Discovering Rumi’s spiritual geopolitics

While Jalal al-Din Rumi is synonymous with Islamic mysticism, a deeper dig brings to light the West Asian political changes and upheaval that shaped his world and other-worldly view.

Riyadh detains Saudi national for helping Israeli journalist into Mecca

The illegal entry of the Israeli journalist into Mecca occurred before Israel’s Regional Cooperation Minister Esawi Frej requested Saudi Arabia to allow direct flights from Tel Aviv to Mecca for Muslim pilgrims

Saudi Arabia prepares to allow commercial flights to and from Israel: Report

The kingdom has permitted Israeli flights over its airspace, as well as Muslim pilgrims from Israel to travel to Mecca

Israeli official calls for Muslim pilgrim flights from Tel Aviv to Mecca

In recent months, Israeli officials have sought to expand permission for Israeli airlines to fly over the kingdom to Asian destinations

Ansarallah leader blasts Saudi Arabia over heavy-handed Hajj rules

Anyone in the kingdom found 'illegally transporting' Hajj pilgrims will receive a fine of $13,000 and a prison sentence of six months

Hamas return ticket to Damascus won’t come cheap

The Palestinian resistance movement’s complicated relationship with Syria is headed for a reset, but it won’t be on their terms.

Saudi Arabia draws widespread criticism for complicated Hajj rules, fines

The most controversial new rule is the need for a permit to perform Hajj, without which a pilgrim faces a fine of SR10,000 ($2,662)

Profit before pilgrims: Saudis may have forgotten Arab hospitality, but it’s still alive in Iraq

Once a destination immersing Muslim pilgrims in the experience of a common faith, unity and equality, management of the Hajj today runs on the engine of commercialization, wiping out centuries of tradition.

Iraq PM arrives in Saudi Arabia to advance Iran-Saudi negotiations

The main topic suspected to have been discussed between Kadhimi and MbS are the negotiations between Iran and Saudi Arabia to restore diplomatic ties

‘Mutually Assured Development’: a winning formula for Iran-Saudi rapprochement

Restoring diplomatic ties between Iran and Saudi Arabia will not only benefit both countries economically, but can help stabilize global oil prices and end the war in Yemen.

Saudi Arabia and France propose $30 million aid plan to Lebanon

The news comes after revelations that Saudi Arabia has been attempting to interfere in the upcoming elections through its embassy in Lebanon

Saudi embassy in Lebanon directly interfering in upcoming election: Report

Behind-the-scenes Saudi influence on the upcoming Lebanese election comes in stark contrast to the Saudi ambassador's recent claims to respect Lebanon's sovereignty

Iran makes gains as Israel, Turkey test Moscow’s limits on Ukraine

Under pressure to side with the west on Ukraine, Israel and Turkey risk falling out with Russia – which will benefit Iran in the long-term.

‘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

Iraq to reopen Jamima border crossing with Saudi Arabia after 30 years

The news comes amid reports that Baghdad has once again played host to a meeting between Iranian and Saudi officials

Nationwide protests planned against Saudi Arabia’s ruling family on Arafah Day