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Could pandemic pave a path to peace? Why Yemen war is resistant.The dark cloud of the coronavirus pandemic has at times displayed a silver lining. That raised hopes for Yemen, but the war is resistant.
First LookNetanyahu to lead Israel's 'national emergency' governmentA unity government led by Benjamin Netanyahu with support of his chief rival, Benny Gantz,聽ends months of political paralysis聽and will likely keep Mr. Netanyahu in office throughout the pandemic - and his corruption trial.聽
In Israeli war on coronavirus, Arab doctors rush to the frontThe prominent role of Arab health care professionals fighting a coronavirus that doesn鈥檛 discriminate聽is getting attention, and praise, in Israel.
From healing hearts to stealing hearts: Jordan鈥檚 鈥楧r. Fauci鈥�In the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, what qualities do you want in a health official? How about a calm manner and heartthrob celebrity status?
Why coronavirus clampdown is proving risky for Arab regimesCoronavirus clampdowns pose a political risk for any government. But for Arab regimes, the segment of society most vulnerable is a pillar of support.
Why is this night different? Finding Passover comfort under curfew.This year, the Passover Seder may be a smaller affair, but it offers our writer comfort, and a chance to reflect on the world we hope to reenter.
In Israel, pandemic tests democracy鈥檚 immune systemCritics say Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has attempted a 鈥渃oup鈥� in the guise of protecting civilians from the novel coronavirus.
How do you do social distancing in a refugee camp?Syrian refugees point to a challenge for the whole world. Defeating the coronavirus means improving conditions even in the toughest places.
Lemony, savory fusion: Israel's brash food revolutionIsrael鈥檚 food revolution reflects the country鈥檚 diverse culture and fits easily into the seasonal, local movement in modern cuisine.
Saudi opening: How tourism is breaking down social barriersThe Saudi initiative to bring foreign tourists to previously inaccessible sites is creating groundbreaking opportunities for those who live there.
鈥楽omething human鈥�: Mideast fight against virus elicits rare unityIsraelis and Palestinians mount a collaborative response to the coronavirus, rising above their divisive politics.
Amid uncertainty, Afghan youth cling tight to what they鈥檝e gainedYoung Afghans were hopeful for peace, but are concerned by political instability in Kabul and wary of a return to Taliban rule.
First LookAfghanistan swears in two presidents as US troops withdrawThe U.S. troop withdrawal from Afghanistan marks a step forward on the U.S.-Taliban peace deal. But confusion in the Afghanistan government could threaten the next phase: releasing Taliban prisoners.
First LookRussia-Turkey truce in Syria: Just 'time for fighters to rest'?The presidents of Russia and Turkey reached an agreement which may end fighting in northern Syria, now in its ninth-year of conflict. But critics are skeptical the truce will last.
First LookIsraeli election: Netanyahu leads but not enough yet to governWith 90 percent of votes counted in Israel's third election this year, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu does not yet have a majority in parliament necessary to form a new government.聽
After US deal, Afghans see long road to peace. Still, they hope.Afghanistan鈥檚 people are holding on to their hopes for peace, even as the details of the U.S.-Taliban deal require they do so with abundant caution.
Inside the Taliban: What these jihadis say about long-sought peaceOur reporter ventured into Taliban-held territory to speak in person with jihadi fighters. They are not of one mind on peace in Afghanistan.
Israel鈥檚 Gantz is not Netanyahu. Is that enough?Israelis looking to unseat Mr. Netanyahu are confronting a tough question: Is it enough to run against someone without touting a positive alternative?
How Donald Trump is driving some Israeli Arabs to voteIsrael鈥檚 March 2 election represents a chance, in the eyes of many Arab Israelis, to vote for politicians who will defend their place as equals.
First LookEgypt's Mubarak: a symbol of autocratic misrule or stability?Former Egyptian President聽Hosni Mubarak, who was in power for almost three decades, died Tuesday. Forced to resign during Arab Spring protests in 2011, he was also a U.S. ally, repressed Islamic militancy, and defended peace with Israel.
