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These 3 Countries Are Responsible for 90% of Executions

By Armani Syed

Why Israeli Settler Attacks Are Increasing

By Yasmeen Serhan

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

By Armani Syed

The Deadly Earthquakes in Turkey and Syria: What We Know

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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.

By Orly Halpern / Burin, Palestine

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.

By Sam Kimball / Karbala, Iraq

The Reality of Life for LGBTQ+ People in Qatar

TIME speaks to Dr. Naser Mohamed, the first and currently only Qatari to publicly come out as gay, ahead of the World Cup.

By Charlie Campbell

Here's Who Is Boycotting the Qatar World Cup

Dua Lipa and Rod Stewart are among those who refuse to perform at Qatar's World Cup because of the nation's human rights record.

By Armani Syed

Activist Alaa Abd El-Fattah’s Sister Shares Update

In a Q&A with TIME, Sanaa Seif details her family's efforts to free jailed Egyptian activist Alaa Abd El-Fattah.

By Armani Syed

Liberal Israelis Fear for Future of Democracy

Benjamin Netanyahu will soon form the most right-wing coalition in Israel’s history. For some on the Israeli left, “this place doesn’t feel like home the way it did.”

By Orly Halpern

Why Arab Israelis Might Sit This Election Out

As election day approaches, blocking the far-right and Netanyahu's return aren't the only things on the minds of Palestinian citizens of Israel.

By Yasmeen Serhan

Zar Amir Ebrahimi on 'Holy Spider' and Protests in Iran

Ebrahimi is no stranger to Iran’s "morality laws." She fled the country for France 14 years ago after an intimate film she made with a previous partner was leaked.

By Armani Syed
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