Middle East
Israeli Police to Recommend Indicting Netanyahu
The prime minister is accused of receiving lavish gifts from leading Israeli business tycoons.
Does Europe Really Want Israeli-Palestinian Peace?
This question must be asked in light of the EU's policies toward the conflict, writes Michael Oren.
Israelis Sue New Zealanders Over Lorde Israel Boycott
The pair wrote an open letter to Lorde, urging her to "join the artistic boycott of Israel."
Why We Protested Pence's Speech in Israel's Parliament
The deputy speaker of Israel's parliament writes about his forced removal from the vice president's speech.
Sudanese Refugees Released From Libya Kidnap Gang
El Sadiq Ahmed fled Darfur with dreams of a better life in Europe, but now he faces prison or, worse, death at home.
Obama Jokes He's 'Basically a Liberal Jew'
The former president addressed Israeli policy for the first time since leaving office last year.
Erdoğan Ignores Trump, Says Will Expand Syria Operation
The White House said Trump had told his Turkish counterpart in a phone call to "limit its military actions."
After Saudi Ritz Carlton Crackdown, What's Next?
The aftermath of the anti-corruption campaign will make or break Saudi Arabia's transformation.
U.S. Blows Up Taliban Commander While He Takes a Shower
Nasir Mahmood was killed in the lawless border region between Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Nikki Haley Blasts Palestine's Abbas in U.N. Speech
U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley blasted Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas on Thursday at the U.N. headquarters in New York City.
Under Trump, Palestinians Want Armed Israel Struggle
A new poll shows an increase of support for violence on both sides of the conflict.
U.S. Probes Claim ISIS Has Niger Ambush Footage
U.S. Africa Command is probing a series of social media posts allegedly from the scene.
White House Lied About Trump Call With Erdogan: Turkey
Trump apparently urged Turkey to "limit its military actions" in northern Syria. Ankara says it's a lie.
ISIS Looted Gold To Recruit New Filipino Fighters
A senior jihadi is using the rewards of the Marawi offensive to attract young men to his cause.
Arab Lawmakers Disrupt Mike Pence's Jerusalem Speech
Arab politicians protested Trump's decision to recognize Jerusalem as Israel's capital.
Pence Snubbed by Arab Politicians in Israel
The Trump administration angered Palestinians by recognizing Jerusalem as Israel's capital.
Pence Leaves Government Shutdown to Talk With Egypt
Vice President Pence arrived in Cairo hours after Congress and President Trump failed to avert a partial federal closure.
Assad Regime Touts Syria At Tourism Fair Despite War
The government is advertising Aleppo and other Syrian cities at an event in Madrid.
Meeting Pence Would Tear Up My Identity, Sunni Leader
Religious leaders are canceling their meetings with Mike Pence during his Middle East trip.
ISIS Rapper Who Married FBI Spy Killed in Strike
Denis Cuspert, from Germany, performed under the stage name Deso Dogg.
Bin Laden German Associate 'Plotted to Kill Americans'
Christian Ganczarski is accused of rubbing shoulders with the Al-Qaeda leadership who planned the 9/11 attacks.
Families Demand France Bring Home ISIS Jihadis
The French government said those detained in Kurdish-held areas of Syria should be left there.
Kushner School Making Kids Write Pro-Trump Letters
Dozens of parents at the Orthodox Jewish institution in New Jersey are furious.
Saudi Woman on Her 'Amazing' First Soccer Match
Lifelong football fan Sarah Algashgari was one of the first women to watch a live match in the Gulf Kingdom.
Israel: Trump Will Move Embassy to Jerusalem This Year
Rex Tillerson originally put a three-year timeline on moving the building from Tel Aviv.
'Wonder Woman' Star Has Israeli Cinema Named After Her
Lebanon has banned her movies but the Gal Cinema will open in Israel northern Israel this week.
Iran: Trump Fanning 'Flames of War' With New Syria Unit
Turkey and Russia have also condemned the plans for the 30,000-strong unit.
Amnesty: Israel Must Release 16-Year-Old Girl
"Nothing that Ahed Tamimi has done can justify the continuing detention of a 16-year-old girl," the rights group said.
Lebanon Bans 'The Post' Over Spielberg Israel Links
The director was blacklisted after making a $1 million donation to Israel in the Second Lebanese War.