Egypt
Name and Shame: Egypt Mulls Ban on Western Baby Names
Parents who ignore the ban could face up to six months in prison.
Extreme Vetting? It's Already Here
Trump already has all the power he needs to carefully screen immigrants for security threats.
Why Trump's Saudi Arms Deal is a Bum Deal
The deal may prolong conflict, terrorism, and war through the Middle East.
Saudi Arabia and UAE Close Airspace to Qatar
Qatar Airways have had to cancel dozens of flights and re-route others via Muscat, in Oman
A Brief History of Qatar Diplomatic Crisis
Regional powers accuse Qatar of backing extremist groups, with tensions erupting over allegedly faked statements by the country's leader.
How Israel Became the Middle East's Democratic Anchor
Israel's defeat in 1967 would have been a disaster for the region and the world.
Tel Aviv Diary: Where Did the Six Day War Leave Us?
Fifty years after the Israelis routed a joint Arab force, peace remains elusive.
Lebanon Wants to Ban 'Wonder Woman' From Its Cinemas
Lebanon's Ministry of Economy and Trade said it had taken the "necessary measures" to ban the film due to its Israeli lead.
Egyptian Mummy Study Suggests Close Ties to Near East
The study looked at DNA from more than 150 ancient Egyptian mummies.
Egyptians Stock up on Alcohol as Ramadan Ban Begins
Drinking is illegal in Egypt for the holy month, but Egyptians will not go thirsty.
Gunmen Kill 26 Coptic Christians in Egypyt
The attack comes after twin suicide bombings on churches in Egypt on Palm Sunday.
Dubai: Couple Jailed for Kissing in Public Restroom
The court cleared the Egyptian man on a separate charge of cross-dressing.
Egypt Uncovers Remains Of Pharaoh's Daughter
The hidden burial chamber was found 650 yards from a newly unearthed pyramid.
UAE Issues Jail Threat Over 'Weird' Dance Video
Authorities say they will arrest people who share videos against the "values of morality."
ISIS Warns Muslims in Egypt: Avoid Christian Gatherings
The move suggests ISIS is planning further attacks against Christians in the North African country.
Pope in Egypt Live Stream: The Papal Visit to Cairo
Pope Francis hopes to improve Christian-Muslim ties following a wave of attacks on the country's Coptic minority.
The Arab Spring Unleashed a Wave of Torture and Abuse
Authoritarian regimes clamped down to cling to power, from Assad in Syria to Saddam in Iraq.
Egypt Steps up Security as Pope Heads to Cairo
Shops have been closed around the pope's residence and the only public mass will be held in a military-run stadium.
Egyptian-American Prisoner Returns to U.S.
Aya Hijazi and her husband have been flown home following quiet negotiations by the Trump administration.
Why Women's Equality Remains Distant In the Arab World
Patriarchal attitudes persist not because Islam is incompatible with gender equality, but because progressive forces have been undermined by various regimes.
ISIS Claims Responsibility for Egypt Monastery Attack
Pope Francis is expected to address the International Peace Conference in Cairo at the end of April.
Christians in the Middle East Face a Troubled Easter
Many are leaving the region, fearful of persecution.
What Does ISIS Want in Egypt?
The Sinai branch of the militant group has embarked upon a campaign to stoke sectarian violence in Egypt.
Resuming Arms Sales to Saudis Fails the Tillerson Test
The Trump administration is downgrading human rights issues, from Egypt to Yemen to Bahrain and beyond.
Israel Shuts Egypt Border, Warns of Sinai Attack Threat
ISIS claimed responsibility for a rocket fired from the Sinai on Monday.
Pope to Go Ahead With Egypt Visit After Deadly Bombings
A Vatican official said Egypt has promised to do all it can to protect the leader of the Catholic world.
Sissi Calls for State of Emergency After Church Attacks
The president announced a three-month state of emergency after two bomb blasts on Coptic churches killed 49.
At Least 36 Dead in Blasts at Egyptian Coptic Churches
No group has yet claimed responsibility but the Islamic State has stepped up attacks against Christians in Egypt.
Under Trump, U.S. Is No Longer Champion of Human Rights
Trump has expressed his admiration for brutal strongmen like el-Sissi, Putin and Duterte.
Trump, Egypt's el-Sissi in White House Lovefest
The president praised the Egyptian strongman in another break with the Obama era.