- 1 June, 2026
Read breaking Middle East news with live updates on Arab world politics, economy and major regional developments.
Jihadist Group Vows to Expel US Forces from Iraq
The Kataib Hezbollah faction, a resistance group, has vowed to attack US forces in Iraq until the last soldier flees, leaves the country for good.
Libya, Algeria to Reopen Border Crossing After 10 Years
Libya and Algeria are set to reopen the Ghadames-Debdeb border crossing on December 12 to facilitate the movement of citizens and trade between the two
Armenia and Azerbaijan Hope to Sign Peace Treaty
Armenia and Azerbaijan are taking tangible steps towards restoring confidence with each other and rebuilding peace in the region. In a joint statement, the two
Turkey Wants to Strengthen Defense Ties with Egypt
After restoring relations with Egypt at the highest diplomatic level, Turkey is keen to strengthen ties in the defense industry with Cairo. For the first
GCC Leaders Blame West for Israel’s Merciless War in Gaza
Members of the GCC are holding the West accountable for supporting and backing Israel’s ruthless war in Gaza in which innocent civilians being killed. This
Yemen Military Condemns Houthis Attacks on Ships
The Yemen military has called out Houthis for targeting commercial ships in the Red Sea, prompting foreign fleets to seek safety in the region. Brigadier
‘Western Hatred’: Assad Rebukes Chemical Exports Resolution
The Bashar al-Assad-led government has slammed the West for pushing the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) to limit chemical exports to Syria.
UN to End Political Mission in Sudan Amid War
After failing to end the war in Sudan, the UN is set to end its political mission UNITAMS in the country. The situation in Sudan
OPEC+ Differences Surface Over Oil Production Cuts
Production cuts are at top of the agenda at OPEC+ talks, but it isn’t easy because of the sensitivity of price fluctuations and the economies
UN Wants to Open Second Crossing into Gaza via Jordan
The United Nations is keen on opening a second crossing into Gaza to allow smooth flow of humanitarian aid into Gaza from Israel. About 800