All Middle East
First LookIsrael preserves Holocaust history in survivors' memorabiliaAs the world's community of Holocaust survivors shrinks, their live testimonies will soon to be a thing of the past. Israel's Yad Vashem Holocaust memorial is in a race against time, collecting survivors' objects to preserve their memories.
First LookISIS legacy haunts Iraqi women, children seeking new lifeThousands of Iraqis face discrimination because their male relatives were seen as affiliated with or supporting ISIS. Many of the wives, widows, and children have been disowned by their families and abandoned by the state.
Why the Arab battle for democracy now runs through SudanSudan has suddenly emerged as the focus of the Arab world’s battle for democracy, with a Saudi-UAE alliance backing the military.
In Jordan, a place for animals to forget the trauma of warIn Jordan, an animal shelter offers four-legged victims of Mideast conflict a place to recover their physical and mental health.
At a new university, Syrian Kurds build their own futureIn the autonomous region of northern Syria, a Kurdish university is providing a new generation with the tools to build their society.
First LookSyria oil shortages, worsened by US sanctions, spark anger at AssadThe shortages have led to rare and widespread public criticism of President Bashar Assad's government, even on state media and in parliament. The purchase of fuel has been rationed since earlier this month.
In northeast Syria, a Christian community fights for survivalNortheastern Syria's ancient Assyrian Christian community has been ravaged by war. But its mostly elderly members are determined it survive.
First LookNetanyahu headed to fifth term as Israeli Prime MinisterThe corruption scandals facing Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu didn't prevent him from being elected the country's longest-serving leader on Wednesday.
The ExplainerLibya's hopes for diplomacy fade as warlord closes on TripoliLibya has long been torn between a UN-recognized government and the forces of Field Marshal Khalifa Haftar, who is now moving on Tripoli.
Israel election gambit: Netanyahu puts annexing West Bank on ballotIn a high stakes gambit to fend off defeat, Benjamin Netanyahu makes West Bank annexation an election issue.
Surviving ISIS: Young Yazidi conscripts begin long path to healingAfter ISIS: Yazidi boys who survived conscripted service face a new test of their resilience as they arrive “home” to heal
Turkey ruling party’s recipe for election trouble: too much ErdoğanTurkey vote: In municipal elections, President Erdoğan’s previously tried-and-true divisive rhetoric proved alienating.
First LookAlgeria's president, ceding to protests, will step down by April 28After weeks of demonstrations against him, President Abdelaziz Bouteflika has agreed to resign. It is unclear whether this move will satisfy the young Algerians fueling the protests, many of whom want job opportunities and a stronger democracy in place.
First LookMillions march against Algerian president as protests enter sixth weekAlgerians flooded the streets for the sixth straight Friday of nationwide protests against the president. Fueled by younger Algerians' discontent, the demonstrations are calling for President Abdelaziz Bouteflika to step down and for an end to the corrupt political system.
From Louvre to Guggenheim: Why Abu Dhabi has big plans for artLouvre Abu Dhabi: In the United Arab Emirates, promoting art is more than philanthropy, it’s a national priority.
Israel election: Is part of Netanyahu’s base suddenly in play?Israel elections: With Netanyahu’s Likud trailing a new centrist coalition, Sephardic Jews are emerging as the swing vote.
First LookNetanyahu huddles with army amid exchange of fire with GazaIsrael and Hamas traded heavy fire for several hours Monday night after a surprise rocket fired from Gaza destroyed a house in central Israel. With the upcoming elections, Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was swift to respond forcefully against Gaza militants.
As ISIS fell, Syrian hospital inundated by wave of its childrenISIS children: As the world mulls the fate of the defeated jihadists, a Syrian hospital is caring for their malnourished offspring.
With Turkey on edge, a look to architecture to bridge dividesTurkish architecture as politics: In Istanbul's Taksim Square, a vast new mosque and rebuilt cultural center are in seeming competition.
After Christchurch, Muslims ask: Are we safe in the West?The Christchurch attack has shaken Muslims around the world. It was preceded by increasingly Islamophobic rhetoric and hate crimes.
