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Camels 'Confused' by Snow as Video of Saudi Arabia Winter Storm Goes Viral
A rare winter storm blanketed swathes of the Middle East, from Saudi Arabia to Syria and Libya to Lebanon, in snow.
Israel Security Officials Reveal Top Threats Faced on Four Fronts This Year
Newsweek spoke exclusively with four Israeli security officials charged with frontiers facing Syria, Lebanon, Gaza and the southern borders with Egypt and Jordan, revealing their primary security concerns for 2021.
A Watershed Moment for the Middle East
The Arab consensus on "Palestine" may soon split, as Arab countries weigh continued rejection of the state of Israel against the realities of life in the Middle East.
Entire Dead Sea Scroll Fragment Collection at U.S. Museum is Fake: Experts
Considered to be among the most significant archaeological finds of all time, the Dead Sea Scrolls contain some of the earliest versions of biblical texts.
U.S. Base in Germany Threat Alert Was Feud Between Two Jordanian Activists
Mudar Zahran of the Jordanian Opposition Coalition and Alaa al-Fazza, of the Jordanian Expatriates' Forum, accuse each other of secretly working for their native nation's Hashemite monarchy.
Exclusive: U.S. Warns Its Troops in Germany Face 'Possible Imminent Attack'
The U.S. military said "an unknown Jordanian extremist" who is "a loyalist to the Jordanian kinglet" may be plotting to attack Tower Barracks in Grafenwohr or Tower Barracks, Dulmen, according to a report seen by Newsweek.
Trump Knows What Is Needed for Israeli-Palestinian Peace: Jordanian King
King Abdullah II said that he and other regional leaders are still waiting to find out what will be in the White House proposal.
Welcome to the Red Planet: Wadi Rum, Jordan
An oasis of peace in a turbulent part of the world filled with biblical history and dramatic desert wonders, Jordan is about as otherworldly as you can get here on Earth.
Modern-Day Dynasties Still Ruling the World
While many of the famed dynastic families of the world have died out or been replaced by democracies, there are still a handful still ruling the roost.
Graham Criticizes Trump for 'Doing Business As Usual With Saudi Arabia'
"Saudi Arabia is a strategic ally but the crown prince was, in my opinion, involved in the murder of Mr. Khashoggi and he's done a lot of other disruptive things," the Republican senator explained.
Jim Jordan Says He'd Encourage Donald Trump Jr. to Ignore Subpoena
Trump Jr. told Senate investigators in 2017 that he was only "peripherally aware" of the Trump Tower Moscow project, something that Michael Cohen's testimony contradicted.
Biblical King Was 'Very Likely' Historical, Ancient Stone Tablet Reveals
The artifact describes several kings mentioned in the Christian bible.
Can Iraq Bring Iran and Saudi Arabia Together?
Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Syria and Turkey were set to meet in what would be a rare display of unity at a time when conflicts, competing interests and foreign influence had left it deeply divided.
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar: LeBron Is a Hero for Our Time
The NBA's all-time scoring leader reflects on the remarkable career of LeBron James, on and off the court.
Ex–Rand Paul Aide Slams Sexist Attacks on Ocasio-Cortez
"It is so obvious, just their jealousy and how threatened they are by her," the aide said of how Representative-elect Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has been treated so far in Washington, D.C.
Dead Sea Floods Sweep School Bus Away, Children Killed
At least 17 people were killed—some of whom were children under the age of 14.
Arab Leaders Reject Trump's Confederation Plan
"A Palestinian state must be established with security, borders and a capital before talking about any kind of confederation since it is needed to be able to achieve such a thing," said Ziad Abu Zayyad, an international spokesman for the Fatah party.
German Says 'Racist' Israelis Harassed Him at Border
Nadim Sarrouh says Shin Bet agents accused him of anti-Israeli activities and were suspicious of his heritage.
Kushner Discussed Abolishing Palestinian Relief Agency
"It is important to have an honest and sincere effort to disrupt [the United Nations Relief and Works Agency]," Kushner wrote in an email.
ISIS Fighters Beaten by Syria Face Israel and Jordan
The Russia-backed Syrian military has kicked ISIS out of another one of its last outposts, but will U.S. allies Israel and Jordan pay the price?
Syria Asks Help Returning Citizens
With the Syrian military nearing victory, Russia has asked for U.S. support in resettling millions of refugees who fled the seven-year civil war.
Will Syria Finally Achieve Peace?
With the Syrian government and U.S.-backed Syrian Democratic Forces emerging as the top winners in war, the two sides are trying to reach an understanding.
Russia Doubts Trump Wants to 'Get Out ASAP' From Syria
Report says Trump wants a deal with Russia to get the U.S. out of Syria "ASAP," but the Kremlin says it has "no idea" what CNN is talking about.
Rebel Leader Blames 'U.S. Silence' as Assad Takes South
Opposition negotiator Nasr al-Hariri said such "U.S. silence" could only be due to a "malicious deal" made between foreign powers involved in Syria's war.
Russia Ends U.S. Ceasefire in South Syria Amid Violence
Syria is reclaiming one of its final rebel-held regions, but Israel has reportedly continued to strike Iranian assets in the heart of the war-torn country.
Trump Says There's Lots of Progress in the Middle East
Russia and Syria broke a ceasefire agreement they made with Jordan and the U.S.
Kushner Promotes Middle East Peace; Palestinians Say No
Why Kushner's diplomatic efforts in the Mideast will likely fall flat.
Prime Minister of Jordan Ousted After Protests
Jordan's King Abdullah asked Hani Mulki to resign.
Prince William Making Historic Visit to Israel
The "historic" trip will also include Jordan and is scheduled for the summer.