‘Smile-kill-enjoy’: Motto of candidate to lead Israel’s National Guard

Avinoam Emunah, the former Unit 101 paratrooper commander, told his soldiers to enjoy killing Palestinians

Indonesia stripped of U-20 FIFA world cup hosting rights over Israel protest

After leaving the Asian Football Confederation in the 1970's for political and security reasons, Israel joined UEFA and now plays in Europe

Iran releases 715 prisoners following World Cup victory over Wales

Iran will face off against the US in a “knockout game” for group B, where a draw would be enough for Iran to qualify for the next round

Iran files complaint to FIFA over removal of flag emblem by US team

Tensions are running high as Iran and the US are to face off in a 'knockout game' for Group B on 29 November

Qatar reconsiders London investments in wake of grandstanding ban over ‘LGBT+ concerns’

Qatar has invested an estimated $40bn in the UK, owning British landmarks like Harrods, the Shard building, Chelsea Barracks, as well as a 20 percent stake in Heathrow airport

Aoun’s trip to Qatar cannot change Lebanon’s fortunes; for that, he must look further east

Lebanese President Michel Aoun's trip to Qatar for help can only be a placebo for his country's woes. To jumpstart Lebanon's recovery, he needs to be prepared to realign with new regional actors.