Jordan Sets the Tone for Kerry’s Visit: Choose Surrender or War
The Arab world has mined the diplomatic field before Kerry’s visit Thursday. Saudi Arabia tells Kerry the PA musty be a “contiguous” state. Jordan’s King Abdullah: A stalemate will result in violence.
Lebanese PM Resigns, Flees to Saudi Arabia, Cites Iran’s Grip on his Country, Fear...
“Iran is driven by deep hatred for the Arab nation. Unfortunately, it has found some of our sons who are putting their hands in its and trying to seize Lebanon from its Arab surroundings."
Report: US, Saudis Forge Security Deal Behind Israel’s Back
Many have speculated that Hamas launched its attack to thwart the emerging Israeli-Saudi deal.
Reports: Iraq Releasing Billions in Iranian Frozen Assets with US Approval
On Dec. 30, the US granted Baghdad a 90-day waiver to continue to import electricity from Tehran.
Saudi Arabia Appoints Princess Ambassador to US
The Kingdom cancelled the appointment of Prince Khalid bin Salman Al Saud, a son of King Salman.
Trump to Visit Saudi Arabia in May, No Talks Planned on Normalization with Israel
Plans for a normalization deal between Israel and Saudi Arabia have been sidelined for now.
Saudi Official: Time to Recognize Rights of Jewish People in Jerusalem
“We as Arabs have to recognize that Jerusalem is a Jewish religious symbol as sacred to Jews as Mecca and Medina is sacred to Muslims.”
Report: Israel Seeking More US Military Aid
Israel is seeking an increase in U.S. military aid because of increasing security needs and new US sales of advanced weapons to Arab nations...
Hamas Angers UAE, Saudi Arabia Over Support for Houthi Iranian Proxy Militia
For now, the UAE continues to support social enterprises in Gaza -- but this could change.
9/11 Spreads in the Middle East
Al Qaeda brought down the Twin Towers 12 years ago. With the help of other terrorists, it is bringing down Mideast regimes, banking on chaos to spread its policy of destruction of the West.
Man of the Year 2020: Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Zayed
MBZ is committed to a counter-jihad while amassing a staggering wealth and constructing a formidable military and police force.
Israelis Fear F-35 Sale to Emirates, Leveraged 2-State Solution to Follow Peace Accords
It would be interesting to see if a Biden administration, should the Democrats win the White House in November, would choose to support the sale.
Report: US Launched Cyber Attack on Iran following Oil Fields Missiles
The cyber operation, in late September, which impacted computing hardware, targeted the Islamic Republic’s ability to "spread propaganda.”
Aramco Recovering Quickly from Drone Attacks, Saudis Join Gulf Maritime Coalition
Saudi Arabia has vowed to "confront and deal with this terrorist aggression."
US Pinpoints Sites Where Iran Launches Drones, Missiles at Saudi Oil Plants
A US team has already been at the two sites and has identified the specific types of drones and cruise missiles that were fired.
State of Emergency Declared at Saudi Arabia’s Jizan Airport
Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen said they launched military operations against the Saudi airport.
Can Saudi King Salman Remember Where the Throne Is Sitting?
“He can perform quite well for a few minutes, but then he gets muddled and goes off message."
Sweden Rips Up Saudi Military Deal After Cairo Spat Over Human Rights
Swedish politicians have been attacking Riyadh’s preference for sharia law, complete with flogging and beheading, and how that relates to our common notion of human rights.
Crown Prince MBS: Saudis Will Join Response to Chemical Attack
“If our alliance with our partners requires it, we will be present.”
American Jews Rethink Loyalty to Democratic Party Over Iran Deal
American Jews rethink their support for the Democratic party after the U.S. deal allows Iran to keep its nuclear program.
Hariri ‘Plans to Return to Lebanon for Independence Day Celebration’
"I will participate in the celebrations for our independence and it is there that I will make known my position..."
Lebanon’s Sa’ad Hariri: ‘I Am Free, I Will Soon Return to Resign Legally’
"We cannot continue in Lebanon in a situation where Iran interferes in all Arab countries, and there's a political faction that interferes along with it."
Attack on Yemeni Refugees Makes Israel Look Like the Girl Scouts
More than 40 refugees were killed in a Saudi-led air strike while PA office accuses Israel crime by building homes.
King of Saudi Arabia Personally Intervenes in Temple Mount Crisis, Says Metal Detectors ‘Routine’...
“The issue of metal detection machines is a matter that has become routine in the holy places because of terrorism."
Could Gulf of Eilat’s Super Corals Save Reefs Worldwide?
“Egypt, Jordan, Israel and Saudi Arabia must create a joint protection program to remove all anthropogenic stressful conditions."
If Trump Visits Israel He May or May Not Move Embassy, Make Peace
He wouldn't even confirm whether or not he plans to make good on the rumors that he might visit Israel on May 22, or on May 23-24.
Nasrallah: Sheikh Nimr’s Execution ‘Won’t be Taken Lightly’
“This execution was very shocking,” Nasrallah said, suggesting the Saudis were sending the Islamic world “a message in blood with the swords, with beheadings.”
Saudis Strike Back at UK Human Rights Slams
One dispute was over a sentence of death by beheading and crucifixion handed down to a 17-year-old protester.
Towering Crane Collapses on Mecca’s Grand Mosque
At least 107 people are dead and hundreds more are wounded after a crane collapsed Friday at the Grand Mosque in Mecca.
Turkey Hails Nuclear Deal, Saudi Arabia Grim on Future
Turkey hails the nuclear deal between world powers and Iran; Saudi Arabia is grim.