Middle East

The Essential Question in the Middle East

By Karl Vick

Biden Will Order Military to Build Gaza Port

By Vera Bergengruen

Why Egypt's Border With Gaza Is Sealed

By Astha Rajvanshi

Calls Grow for Aid to Egypt to Be Cut

By Mathias Hammer
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The Palestinian Town Attacked by Settlers

A deadly rampage this week by Israeli settlers in the West Bank town of Turmus Ayya has left Palestinians uneasy.

By Yasmeen Serhan

Afghan Restaurant Creates Jobs For Women

This Kabul restaurant is run by a staff of all women, when Afghan women have been barred from most jobs following the Taliban takeover.

By Jeannie Kopstein

These 3 Countries Are Responsible for 90% of Executions

Three Middle Eastern nations alone executed at least 796 people last year, according to a new Amnesty International report.

By Armani Syed

Why Israeli Settler Attacks Are Increasing

The Israeli government's extreme-right shift and the surge in deadly violence between Israelis and Palestinians are inextricably linked.

By Yasmeen Serhan

Why Iran's President Is Making a Rare Trip to China

Ebrahim Raisi and Xi Jinping are set to discuss implementing their 25-year cooperation alliance.

By Armani Syed

The Deadly Earthquakes in Turkey and Syria: What We Know

The Feb. 7 earthquake is set to become Turkey's deadliest quake ever. Here’s what we know about it.

By Yasmeen Serhan

Israel’s New Government Sparks Fear

Palestinians and Israel’s liberal left are now looking to the Biden administration to rescue the country from its worrying trajectory.

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The Once "Unbreakable" U.S.-Israel Bond Is Under Strain

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken landed in Tel Aviv Monday amid growing concerns over Israel's hardline turn.

By Yasmeen Serhan

The Status Quo Around Jerusalem’s Holiest Site Is Unraveling

The contentious visit by Israel's far-right Ben-Gvir to Al Aqsa Mosque Tuesday underscores a worrying trend.

By Yasmeen Serhan

Saudi Arabia Getting World’s First ‘Ronaldo Correspondent’

The move comes as Cristiano Ronaldo embarks on a $214 million a year deal to play for Al Nassr.

By Armani Syed

Why This Director Portrayed the Nakba in Netflix's 'Farha'

Darin Sallam discusses her new movie, the controversy surrounding it, and the importance of hearing from Palestinians.

By Armani Syed

Win or Lose, Iranians Are Torn Over Their World Cup Team

A showdown with the U.S. on Tuesday and ongoing protests in Iran are stirring up mixed feelings.

By Armani Syed

The Inspiring Story Behind 'The Swimmers'

Yusra and Sara Mardini saved a boatful of fellow asylum seekers from drowning in the Aegean Sea. Now a Netflix movie tells their story

By Armani Syed

The Joys of Arab and Latin American Soccer Commentators

Khalil al-Balushi's impassioned chants during the 2-1 Saudi-Argentina match has given the world a peek into the charming world of Arab soccer commentators.

By Armani Syed

Iran Has a Long History of Protest and Activism

TIME breaks down some of the key periods of protests and revolutions—from the 1906 Constitutional Revolution to today.

By Armani Syed

This City in Iraq Is Coming Together to Save Its Date Palms

Climate change and urbanization has been shrinking Karbala's green environment, making the city hotter and drier.

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