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The Other Khashoggis: Dissidents in Danger Across the Middle East
The U.S. can further honor the memories of Slim, al-Hashemi, Khashoggi and countless unknown activists by naming their murderers and holding them accountable.
Sand Covering Snow in Saudi Arabia Looks Like Tiramisu Dessert
Tabuk, in the mountainous north-west region of Saudi Arabia, sees snowfall on a yearly basis.
America is Back: What That Looks Like for an Ally
When the United States shies away from international leadership, other actors, often with hostile intent, fill that void.
In Yemen 'Diplomacy is Back.' What Next?
It is time for the Yemeni political elites to take responsibility, stop relying on and blaming the same foreigners for all their ills.
Biden's Saudi Policy Betrays a Loyal Ally
The betrayal becomes all the more egregious given Saudi Arabia's recent efforts to fix the very human rights record that Biden now condemns.
Fact Check: Is Snow Rare in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia?
A viral video of snow-covered camels in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia has prompted online discussion about the normalcy of snow in the area.
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.
Biden's Next Steps on Human Rights: Multilateral Institutions
Human rights standards are powerful because they apply to all governments—the strong and the weak, friends and foes.
Biden, Obama Off to Same Footing on Middle East
President Joe Biden is in the same situation former President Barack Obama was in, partly due to conditions out of his control, but mostly due to actions he can control.
Exiled Saudi Dissident Sues McKinsey in U.S. for Outing Him to MBS
An exiled Saudi dissident has filed a lawsuit against McKinsey & Co. in New York, alleging the consulting firm raised his profile as a government critic to Saudi authorities.
Houthis Attack Saudi Airport Days After Biden Removal From Terror List
The Saudi-led coalition fighting in Yemen said the attack set a passenger jet on fire and constituted a "war crime."
Biden Plays Softball With Iran
Biden's moves to empower Iran and its Houthi proxy against the U.S.'s Arab Gulf allies will be very costly to the region and to the U.S.
Saudi Arabia Shouldn't Drive U.S. Policy on Iran
U.S. interests diverge from those of the Gulf states and deescalating tensions with Iran should be the primary objective.
Golfer—and UNICEF USA Supporter—Does U-turn on Playing in Saudi Arabia
Along with China and Russia, Saudi Arabia has an appalling human rights record and to deny this does Paul Casey no credit.
Saudi Arabia Skips Over Joe Biden Ending U.S. Support in Yemen War
The president has promised to re-evaluate ties with the Saudi royal family, ending tacit U.S. backing for the war and the kingdom's human rights abuses.
Progressives Cheer End of U.S. Support for Yemen War After Over 230K Deaths
"Today marks the beginning of a new era in our foreign policy," Representative Ro Khanna said.
Fastest Roller Coaster in the World Will Open at This Six Flags
The ride will travel across 2.5 miles, gathering speeds of up to 155 mph and feature a vertical cliff dive into a valley 500 feet deep, according to the Qiddiya Investment Company, which has partnered with U.S.-headquartered Six Flags for the build.
Joe Biden's Saudi Weapons Freeze Leaves 'Pariah' MBS in the Cold
Biden has vowed to hold Riyadh to account for its human rights abuses, ending Trump's near-unquestioning support for the conservative royal family.
Middle East Drone Wars Are Now Here. Are We Ready?
Drones in the hands of terror groups like Hezbollah or Hamas, or other Iranian-backed groups like the Houthis, can spread havoc.
Biden Just Tore Up Trump's Blank Check to Saudi Arabia
The Kingdom is used to getting the benefit of the doubt in Washington. Not anymore.
For the First Time, the Middle East Speaks as One. Let's Listen
We must use the recent successes of the Abraham Accord to move forward and further strengthen regional peace, stability and security.
Saudi Arabia, MBS Brace for Biden Action on Yemen, Khashoggi Murder
The new president has vowed to reassess ties with what he has termed a "pariah" regime and its ruling royal family.
U.S. Designates Houthis Terrorists in Final Trump Gift to Saudi Arabia, MBS
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said Sunday the new designation would come into force one day before President-Elect Joe Biden takes office.
America Has Much to Learn From Saudi's Failure to Subdue Qatar
Don't waste precious time pushing maximalist demands. Diplomacy is the art of the possible.
Foreign Governments Warn Their Residents in U.S. to Avoid Crowded Areas
"We invite all parties in the USA to use moderation and common sense. We believe that the US will overcome this domestic political crisis in maturity," said Turkey's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Qatar and Saudi Arabia: A Gift of a Different Sort, Maybe
In its early stage, and especially if properly appreciated and managed, Saudi/Qatari rapprochement is a gift from the outgoing administration to the incoming one.
The Qatar—Saudi Agreement at First Glance: Everybody Wins
The Qatar-Saudi deal is a huge step in the right direction. If managed properly, will make it easier for the U.S. to do the big things without distraction.
Qatar, Saudi Arabia to Open Borders in Deal Overseen by Jared Kushner
A senior Trump administration official confirmed to Newsweek that White House senior adviser Jared Kushner "helped to negotiate the deal and was instrumental in making it happen."
Yemen Claims 'Iranian Experts' Present at Airport Attack, Iran Blames Saudi
Newsweek spoke to rival Yemeni factions and an Iranian official about the suspected cause behind a deadly attack that struck Aden International Airport as a new unity government arrived by plane.
Yemen Rebels Deny Responsibility, Blame Saudi Arabia for Airport Attack
"It does not require intelligence or analysis to know that whoever undertook the criminal terrorist act by bombing Aden airport is the same one who undertook the aggression against Yemen six years ago," a presidential adviser to the Houthi-led coalition said.