News 11 May 2019 Turkey on collision course with Egypt over drilling off Cyprus Cairo’s reaction also shows anger at the destabilising role that Turkey has been playing in the region and its interference in Egypt’s affairs and those of other countries in the… Meet the Middle East
News 11 May 2019 Masked slavery lingers in Lebanon The Lebanese have been through a great many terrible ordeals over the years that, either by design or external circumstances, have led them to civil strife, destroying their people and… Meet the Middle East
News 11 May 2019 Russian-Syrian forces pound Idlib, Turkey shifts attention to Kurdish positions A major offensive was launched by Syrian and Russian forces, striking at the north-western Syrian province of Idlib.. Source: Albawaba Full Article: Russian-Syrian forces pound Idlib, Turkey shifts attention to… Meet the Middle East
News 11 May 2019 B-52s, Patriots, F-35s and more: America’s MidEast deployment rundown A short 101 on the US deployment making its way to the Middle East. Source: Jerusalem Post Full Article: B-52s, Patriots, F-35s and more: America’s MidEast deployment rundown Meet the Middle East
News 11 May 2019 Recurring political shakedowns in Jordan as crown prince comes to the fore Prince Hussein has emerged as an important ambassador for the country’s youth but his role in politics remains unclear despite his growing visibility.. Source: Albawaba Full Article: Recurring political shakedowns… Meet the Middle East
News 11 May 2019 Palestinians reject plan to teach Abbas 'quotes' in schools 'Abbas trying to imitate Gaddafi,' critics say. Source: Jerusalem Post Full Article: Palestinians reject plan to teach Abbas 'quotes' in schools Meet the Middle East
News 09 May 2019 Gaza escalation; a prelude to Hamas-Israel war? The Israeli army has adopted a new approach vis-a-vis Hamas and the Islamic Jihad, with retaliation against rocket fire and targeted killings. Source: Al Monitor Full Article: Gaza escalation; a… Meet the Middle East
News 31 Dec 1969 Turkey polishes Iraqi relations, champions Turkmen in politics The Turkish foreign minister's recent visit to Baghdad and Erbil included a push for appointing Turkmens to Cabinet positions in Iraq. Source: Al Monitor Full Article: Turkey polishes Iraqi relations,… Meet the Middle East
News 31 Dec 1969 Is Erdogan’s trust in Trump in the S-400/F-35 standoff misplaced? Turkish government officials believe that if Trump was not hamstrung by Congress and the Pentagon, he and Erdogan would have solved this matter by now. Source: Al Monitor Full Article:… Meet the Middle East
News 31 Dec 1969 Iran seeks broader defense cooperation with Russia amid US pressure As part of a long-term military strategy to fortify its defenses against US threats, Iran is moving closer to Russia — with a vision entailing broader defense cooperation. Source: Al… Meet the Middle East