U.S. Forces withdraw from northeast Syria

U.S. Forces began withdrawing from positions along Syria’s northeastern border region with Turkey this morning, ahead of an expected imminent military invasion by Ankara. While the Pentagon did not immediately…

Israel to counter Turkish influence in Jerusalem

Israel has lost patience with Turkey over the Ankara’s alleged efforts to spread its influence over the pre-dominantly Arab-populated-neighborhoods of East Jerusalem. Israeli Minister of Foreign Affairs Yisrael Katz, who…

Iraqi protests escalate into nationwide riots

At least 25 civilians were killed and hundreds of others injured in nationwide rallies in Iraq this week, that escalated into violent riots between protesters and Iraqi security forces. Thousands…

22nd Knesset Officially Sworn In

By Erin Viner President Reuven Rivlin addressed the opening of the first session of the 22nd Knesset in Jerusalem today, just 156 days after having welcomed its predecessor, the 21st parliament. As…

Netanyahu’s pre-trial hearings begin

Israeli incumbent Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's pre-trial hearings on allegations of bribery, fraud and breach of trust kicked off this morning in the Attorney General’s Office in Jerusalem. The series…

Iran blames Saudi Arabia for deteriorating relations

Iranian Energy Minister Bijan Namdar Zanganeh blamed Saudi Arabia for the deteriorating bilateral relations, in a statement that was in line with the Islamic Republic’s denial of any involvement in the…