Category: Middle East

Why Canada Sanctioned Israel Settlers in the West Bank
- By Raven Ruma
- . June 29, 2024
Canada lately made news when it penalized people and organizations connected to radical settler activity in the West Bank. This action marks a clear change

Are Turkey and Syria Nearing Restoration of Relations: Why This is Crucial
- By Salma Hossein
- . June 29, 2024
The relationship between Turkey and Syria has historically been marked by deep-seated animosity and complex geopolitical dynamics, exacerbated significantly during the Syrian Civil War. Turkey,

Who is Leading Iran’s Snap Presidential Elections
- By Roshan Amiri
- . June 28, 2024
Following the death of Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash, Iranians went to vote Friday for a fresh president. The election falls amid growing public

How Israel Used Starving as a War Technique Against Palestinians
- By Raven Ruma
- . June 28, 2024
Using starving as a weapon of war is a serious transgression of international law. Human rights groups’ most recent findings and comments point to Israel

The Best Bank in Saudi Arabia
- By Hashim Sheikh
- . June 28, 2024
Saudi Awwal Bank is considered the best bank in Saudi Arabia. In May 2024, Saudi Awwal Bank won the Best Bank Award in Saudi Arabia

Hard Liners Rally in Iran’s Presidential Election: Key Candidates Withdraw
- By Salma Hossein
- . June 27, 2024
Strategic Withdrawals to Strengthen Unity As Iran is all set for the upcoming presidential election, two prominent candidates have withdrawn from the race, aiming to

Germany’s Citizenship Law and How this Affects Israel – A Question of Loyalty?
- By Hashim Sheikh
- . June 27, 2024
Germany recently passed a historic change to its citizenship law that greatly changes the naturalizing process and lets German people hold several nationalities. Reflecting a

Cruising with Credentials: A Guide to Saudi Arabia’s License Plate Landscape
- By Alaina
- . June 27, 2024
While cars in Saudi Arabia may zip by in a blur, their license plates reveal a hidden language. Understanding the different types of plates can

A Reason to Argue? Why the Rafah Border Crossing is Crucial for the Middle East
- By Alaina
- . June 26, 2024
Long a focal point of geopolitical conflict and humanitarian concern, the Rafah Border Crossing stands on Egypt’s southern edge of the Gaza Strip. For the

Who are Iran’s Presidential Candidates 2024?
- By Raven Ruma
- . June 25, 2024
Six candidates permitted by the theocracy to run in Friday’s presidential election point Iran’s political scene for major transformation. Along with several other officials, the