Middle East
Middle East - Covers major developments across the region, including politics, diplomacy, security, economic policy, energy, governance, and social change. Coverage examines regional cooperation, international relations, public policy, trade, environmental challenges, and cross-border developments affecting countries throughout the Middle East. Readers can follow important stories from across the region while gaining context on the issues shaping regional stability, economic development, and global affairs. Tags: Geopolitics, Diplomacy, Regional Security, Energy Security, Economic Development, International Trade, Governance, Human Rights, Public Policy, Climate Change, Regional Cooperation, Strategic Partnerships, Conflict
U.S. Troops Leave Iraq as Powerful Militias Reject Calls to Disarm
BAGHDAD, Iraq - The United States is completing the withdrawal of its remaining troops from Iraq as some...
Houthi Gains and Saudi Pipeline Damage Squeeze Oil Routes Across the Red Sea
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia - Saudi Arabia is facing growing pressure to move crude to international markets after damage...
Saudi Pipeline Shutdown Threatens Global Oil Flows as Alternatives Shrink
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia - Saudi Arabia's shutdown of its East-West oil pipeline is putting additional pressure on global...
Iran Nuclear Chief Faces Possible Exclusion From IAEA Conference
VIENNA, Austria - Iran's nuclear chief Mohammad Eslami faces possible exclusion from this week's International Atomic Energy Agency...
Yemen Fighting Intensifies as Houthis Expand Attacks on Saudi Arabia
SANAA, Yemen - Fighting between Yemen's internationally recognized government and the Iran-aligned Houthi movement has intensified, with the...
Houthis Seize Yemen’s Mocha Port, Raising Red Sea Shipping Risks
ADEN, Yemen — Houthi forces have seized the strategic Red Sea port city of Mocha, bringing the Iran-aligned...
IAEA Refers Iran to UN Security Council Over Nuclear Noncompliance
VIENNA, AUSTRIA — The International Atomic Energy Agency's Board of Governors has voted to report Iran to the...
Iran’s Proxy Network Expands as Houthis and Iraqi Militias Pressure Gulf Allies
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA — Iran-backed armed groups are increasing pressure on Saudi Arabia and other U.S.-aligned Gulf interests,...
South Korea Sends Team to Assess Shipping Risks as Strait of Hormuz Crisis Threatens Trade
ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates -South Korea has sent an inspection team to the United Arab Emirates to...
Dozen Countries Move Toward Trade Restrictions on Goods From Israeli Settlements
PARIS, France - Twelve countries have announced plans to introduce, support or consider restrictions on trade in goods...
