All Middle East
Iran sanctions: How much are they really hurting?Many experts argue that tough sanctions have brought Iran's economy to the brink of collapse. But other factors may be pushing Iran to the negotiating table.
Jordanian band slammed by fans for touring IsraelSome among Autostrad's loyal聽 fan base say it is betraying the Palestinian cause by not upholding an Arab cultural boycott against Israel.
What's behind Israel's softer tone on Iran?Wary of being entirely left out of the conversation on Iran's nuclear program, Israel seems newly willing to give diplomatic efforts a chance to succeed.
Ahead of nuclear talks, Iran focused on sanctionsUS and Iranian and other officials are gathering in Geneva for talks on the country's nuclear program this week, but all sides are still groping for an acceptable compromise.
Cover StoryWhat archaeology tells us about the BibleA contentious dig in Israel delves into the kingdoms of David and Solomon, stirring a debate over the veracity of the biblical record.聽
In Jerusalem, the politics of digging up the pastAs a nexus of religions, and archaeology, Jerusalem inspires intense fights over moving even a single 'grain of dirt.'
Iran nuclear talks: Does one side hold the trump card?Both the US and Iran think they are the stronger party as they head into nuclear talks this week. But that could cause deal-breaking miscalculations.
Will Syrian refugees transform or threaten Jordan's economy?Syrians fleeing civil war are straining Jordan's resources, but they are also filling a gap in the economy as they set up small businesses and take jobs that Jordanians won't.
Jerusalem life: 'Are you aware? Women should not be strolling outdoors'Flyers cast off a balcony during a large funeral gathering in Jerusalem give this reporter a crash course in modesty, at least by one fringe group's standards.
Why no one stopped the kidnapping of the Libyan prime ministerPowerful Libyan militias resent Prime Minister Zeidan as a symbol of a government that would rein them in 鈥� if it could.- Gaydar in the Gulf? Kuwaiti official reveals regional plan to 'detect' gays.But the plan to identify and bar gay foreigners is a serious concern in Gulf countries, where homosexuality is punishable by prison time, or even death.
US nabbed target in Libya raid, but has it sowed bigger problems?The US suspects Abu Anas al-Liby of being behind 1998 bombings in Kenya and Tanzania. But its raid may have weakened Libya's government and given militants a cause to rally around.
Do the US and Iran need trust to strike a nuclear deal?Next week's talks on Iran's nuclear program are the first since the phone call between Presidents Obama and Rouhani. Mutual mistrust doesn't have to stop a deal, some say.
Is Erdogan punishing a Turkish business empire for helping protesters?Turkey's Koc Holding has been investigated repeatedly since helping antigovernment protesters this summer. Will that chill investment?
Israeli lawmakers pay President Abbas an unprecedented visit in RamallahA third of the Israeli parliament has joined a new caucus promoting a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. They hope to give negotiators a 'tailwind.'
Revenge attacks rock Egyptian security forcesAttacks on Egyptian security installations have spiked since the military takeover in July. Today's attacks are likely retaliation for police violence at antimilitary protests yesterday.
Israel's Rabbi Ovadia Yosef remembered as spiritual and political powerhouseRabbi Ovadia Yosef was a religious giant with an immense following. Under his leadership, the Sephardi Jewish political party Shas became a kingmaker.
Kerry praises Assad for acting on Syria's chemical weapons in 'record time'A week after a UN resolution on Syria's chemical weapons, some have already been destroyed.
34 Egyptians killed in clashes as identity politics turns violentAt the root of today's deadly clashes in Cairo are dueling opinions over whether the current military leadership or ousted Islamists best embody Egyptians' national identity. 聽
Libyans consider US raid in Tripoli one step too farLibyans appreciate the US for its support of the 2011 revolution,聽but resent unilateral actions like Saturday's raid on an Al Qaeda target in Tripoli.
