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 region..
Source: Albawaba
Full Article: Turkey on collision course with Egypt over drilling off Cyprus
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 once vibrant economy..
Source: Albawaba
Full Article: Masked slavery lingers in Lebanon
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 Kurdish positions
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
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 in Jordan as crown prince comes to the fore
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
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 prelude to Hamas-Israel war?
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, champions Turkmen in politics
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: Is Erdogan’s trust in Trump in the S-400/F-35 standoff misplaced?
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 Monitor
Full Article: Iran seeks broader defense cooperation with Russia amid US pressure