News 31 Dec 1969 Will Russia provide missiles to 'close the entire sky' over Iran? Given the recent escalation in tension between Tehran and Washington, Moscow is examining ways to possibly beef up Iranian military capabilities. Source: Al Monitor Full Article: Will Russia provide missiles… Meet the Middle East
News 31 Dec 1969 Ex-Foreign Affairs chairwoman Ros-Lehtinen embraces UAE lobby Ileana Ros-Lehtinen is the only ex-lawmaker currently registered as a foreign agent for the United Arab Emirates. Source: Al Monitor Full Article: Ex-Foreign Affairs chairwoman Ros-Lehtinen embraces UAE lobby Meet the Middle East
News 31 Dec 1969 Qaim residents fearful following conflict between US, Iran-backed militias Recent US attacks on positions along the Syrian border held by Iran-linked armed groups — some of whom are on the Iraqi government payroll — have led to insecurity among… Meet the Middle East
News 23 Jan 2020 Will Palestinian central bank, currency ever see light of day? A Palestinian central bank has been a long time in the making, and if Israel reacts as expected, it could be even longer before the institution becomes a reality. Source:… Meet the Middle East
News 24 Jan 2020 Cairo's streets silent on 9th anniversary of revolution Egyptian security forces closed down cafes, searched citizens and went through their phones ahead of the anniversary of the January 25 Revolution. Source: Al Monitor Full Article: Cairo's streets silent… Meet the Middle East
News 24 Jan 2020 Egyptian army flexes muscle near border with Libya The latest military maneuvers held in Egypt come in light of Turkey’s decision to deploy troops to support Libya’s UN-backed government against the offensive led by Egyptian-backed military strongman Khalifa… Meet the Middle East
News 24 Jan 2020 As Iraq's protests continue, is political solution on the horizon? As the Iraqi government feels the pressure of protests, political leaders are moving toward forming a national front to resolve the Iraqi crisis. Source: Al Monitor Full Article: As Iraq's… Meet the Middle East
News 25 Jan 2020 Three Iraqi protesters killed in Baghdad, south Three protesters were shot dead on Saturday in Iraq’s capital and south, medics told AFP, as demonstrators clashed with security forces clearing streets and squares occupied for months by Source:… Meet the Middle East
News 25 Jan 2020 American tortured by rebels sues Qatari bank for financing terrorism in Syria American photojournalist, Matthew Schrier, who was held captive and tortured for seven months in 2013 in Syria by extremist rebel groups, has filed a law suit against Qatar Islamic Bank… Meet the Middle East
News 25 Jan 2020 Gaps in Bezos ‘hack’ story widen as media outlets change their tune The accusation that Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman hacked into the cellphone of Amazon founder and Washington Post owner Jeff Bezos came under increased scrutiny by US media… Meet the Middle East