Middle East News

News Headlines from Middle East

Lebanon's PM-designate Adib fails to form new government after blast
The previous cabinet resigned in August amid angry calls for reform after the Beirut port explosion.

The fight for women's prayer rights in Israel
How a group of Jewish feminists demanded the same prayer rights as Jewish men.

Coronavirus: Israel tightens second lockdown amid acrimony
But plans to limit gatherings are held up, with some seeing it as a ruse to curb anti-PM protests.

Islamic State: Relatives of British hostage braced for coming trial
The sister of journalist John Cantlie, who was kidnapped in 2012, speaks of her eight-year ordeal.

Coronavirus: Saudi Arabia to gradually resume Umra pilgrimage
From 4 October, 6,000 citizens and residents will be allowed to undertake the Umra each day.

UK sends US evidence on Islamic State 'Beatles'
Alexanda Kotey and El Shafee Elsheikh are accused of killing Western hostages in Iraq and Syria.

How the UAE emerged as a regional powerhouse
From a mission to Mars to military expeditions, what is driving the UAE to punch above its weight?

Lebanon explosion 'destroys Hezbollah arms depot'
Security sources say the blast in the village of Ain Qana was the result of an accident.

Iran nuclear deal: US unveils new sanctions targeting arms sales
The move comes after other world powers rejected President Trump’s demand to reinstate UN measures.

FinCEN Files: UK bank may have moved money 'linked to terror activity'
Leaked documents show Standard Chartered moved funds that may have been linked to terror financing.