Middle East Experience

Saudi Arabia on Sunday reported 317 new coronavirus cases, bringing the total number of cases to 370,278, according to the Ministry of Health.Read the latest updates in our dedicated coronavirus section.The Kingdom reported 278 new recoveries, bringing the total to 361,515. The death toll rose by five to 6,402.Riyadh recorded 153 new COVID-19 cases, while the Eastern Province had 71 new cases, and Mecca had 35.There are 2,361 active coronavirus cases in the Kingdom, 408 of which are critical cases, the health ministry said.On Saturday, the Kingdom saw an increase in COVID-19 cases with 386 new infections confirmed over the past 24 hours, according to the Ministry of Health, raising the total to 369,961.Read more: Coronavirus in Saudi Arabia: New rules, penalties for restaurants and cafes
Source: Al Arabiya
Full Article: Saudi Arabia reports 317 coronavirus cases, five deaths

Gaza’s venerable Al-Thafar Damri Mosque is a reminder of the prestigious history of the Islamic civilization during the Mamluk period.
Source: Al Monitor
Full Article: Gaza counts Mamluk-era mosque among ancient treasures

Whenever Hayat Tahrir al-Sham leader Abu Mohammed al-Golani makes a media appearance, it causes a commotion among Syrian activists and analysts, the most controversial of which is his recent appearance in a suit.
Source: Al Monitor
Full Article: HTS leader shocks popular base after interview with Western journalist

US President Joe Biden said the United States will not lift sanctions on Iran to get them back to the negotiating table and that they need to stop enriching uranium first, according to an interview he gave with CBS News.Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said on Sunday that Tehran’s “final and irreversible” decision was to return to compliance with the 2015 nuclear deal only if Washington lifts sanctions on the Islamic Republic, Iranian state TV reported.For all the latest headlines follow our Google News channel online or via the app.Asked whether he would halt sanctions to convince Iran to return to the bargaining table, Biden offered a clear reply in a CBS interview aired Sunday: "No."The journalist then asked if the Iranians would first have to stop enriching uranium, which drew an affirmative nod from Biden.The deal between Iran and six major powers limited Iran’s uranium enrichment activity to make it harder for Tehran to develop nuclear arms – an ambition Iran has long denied having – in return for the easing of US and other sanctions.Read more:Iran’s Khamenei: US must lift sanctions for Tehran to return to nuclear commitmentsIran’s President Rouhani rules out changes to nuclear dealTop US diplomat holds talks with European officials over Iran, China, RussiaBlinken tells US envoy Malley to form Iran team not ‘dominated’ by one side: Official
Source: Al Arabiya
Full Article: Biden: US will not lift Iran sanctions to get them back to the table

Biden's decisions last week mark a reversal of policies by his….
Source: Albawaba
Full Article: US shakes up Yemen policy, but long road to peace

The Arab Coalition said on Sunday that it has intercepted four explosive Houthi drones launched towards Saudi Arabia.“The Houthi militias continue to violate international humanitarian law by trying to target civilians,” the Arab Coalition said in a statement.For all the latest headlines follow our Google News channel online or via the app.“We are taking measures to deal with the sources of the threat in accordance with international humanitarian law,” they added.The drone incident is the second in less than 24 hours after the coalition intercepted and destroyed another explosives-laden drone attack late on Saturday night.On Friday, the United States said it will reverse a last-minute decision by the Trump administration to designate Yemen's Houthis as a terrorist organization, according to US officials. The designation was first made by former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo shortly before he left office, despite his efforts to push through the designation months before.The United States will end its support for military operations in Yemen, but it will continue to help Saudi Arabia defend its sovereignty and land, US President Joe Biden said on Thursday.Read more:US ends military support in Yemen, will continue helping Saudi Arabia defend itselfArab Coalition intercepts Houthi drone launched from Yemen targeting Saudi ArabiaArab Coalition intercepts missile, drone attack targeting Saudi Arabia’s RiyadhArab Coalition thwarts two attacks by Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis
Source: Al Arabiya
Full Article: Arab Coalition intercepts four Houthi drones in 24 hours targeting Saudi Arabia

Newly selected Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibah addressed the Libyan nation on Saturday, giving the first steps of the transition towards general elections..
Source: Albawaba
Full Article: New Libya PM promises a peaceful political transition

Aims to raise every person over 60 out of poverty
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: Israel Elections: Yair Lapid unveils plan for helping elderly

Last quarterly estimates by IAEA show Iran's stock of enriched uranium has risen to 2.4 tons, more than 10 times the amount allowed under the JCPOA.
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: Biden: US will not lift Iran sanctions until it stops enriching uranium

Russia doesn’t always reveal the extent of its commitment to Syria.
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: Russia’s military police in Syria train to repel attacks