Tag: Middle East
100 Iraqi families from IS-linked camp in Syria repatriated
QAYARA, Iraq — Nearly a dozen buses carrying 100 Iraqi families who lived in a sprawling Syrian camp for supporters and families of Islamic...
Mysterious air base being built on volcanic island off Yemen
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — A mysterious air base is being built on a volcanic island off Yemen that sits in one of the...
Hezbollah leader: Breach of Jerusalem means regional war
BEIRUT — The leader of Lebanon’s militant group Hezbollah said Tuesday any violations of Jerusalem and the sites holy to Muslims and Christians would...
Iran state TV: 7 approved for June 18 presidential election
TEHRAN, Iran — Iranian state television announced Tuesday that only seven candidates have been approved by the country's constitutional watchdog to run for president...
Judge rules against Georgia in legal fight over Israel oath
ATLANTA — A federal judge has ruled that a Georgia law requiring some people to sign an oath involving Israel is unconstitutional.
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After 18 months, Socceroos assemble for World Cup qualifiers
BRISBANE, Australia — After 18 months without a game, the gathering of Australian players in Dubai ahead of next month’s World Cup qualifiers feels...
Protesters again demonstrate in quiet Oman over poor economy
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Dozens of protesters angry over firings and the poor economy of Oman marched through a major city Tuesday, marking...
Iran official says decision expected on nuclear images deal
TEHRAN, Iran — Iran is expected to decide on Monday whether to extend a temporary agreement with international inspectors on access to surveillance camera...
Spice cabinet shortcut speeds up this Kurdish braise
The elaborate pilafs, roasts and other celebratory dishes of the Middle East often take time that home cooks don’t have. But they still can...
US reaches out to Palestinian leaders many angrily reject
JERUSALEM — After weeks of unrest and a devastating 11-day war in Gaza, the U.S. and the international community plan to engage with the...