All Middle East
- Under Russia's cover, Iran sends troops to Syria
Joining Hezbollah fighters in an offensive against Syria's anti-Assad rebels, Iran has sent hundreds of troops into northern and central Syria under the cover of Russian air power.
- Why this airline won't fly over Iran or Caspian Sea
Hong Kong airline Cathay Pacific said Wednesday it has stopped flying over Iran. It's worried about Russian cruise missiles fired at Syria.
- Russian embassy in Syria attacked during pro-Assad rally
In what Russia's foreign minister is calling 'an act of terrorism,' insurgents fired mortar shells at the Russian Embassy in Damascus on Tuesday during a rally in which hundreds of Syrians marched in support of Russian involvement in Syria.
- Israeli PM vows 'agressive steps' to halt fighting
The violence between Palestinian protesters and Israelis erupted last month over the Jewish New Year, fueled by rumors that Israel was plotting to take over Jerusalem's most sensitive holy site.
- Syria in crisis: The main parties to the conflict Russia’s intervention into Syria has been described as a “game changer.” The conflict has attracted a kaleidoscope of local, regional, and international players all vying to prevail. Here's a guide to who’s who.
- Iranian-American journalist convicted: Post condemns 'grievous wrong'
Jason Rezaian wrote for the Washington Post, whose editor denounced his conviction, announced over the weekend, as an 'outrageous injustice.'
- Turkey bombings: Islamic State focus doesn't sway Kurdish suspicions
Saturday's twin bombings at a peace rally in Ankara were the worst terror attack in modern Turkish history. The government says the Islamic State is the likely culprit, but critics accuse the government of complicity.
- Islamic State: Yazidi minority turns to 'smugglers' to rescue their women
Most rescues focus on Iraqi Yazidi women and children living in Islamic State-held areas of Syria and Iraq. The complex and dangerous task can require six smugglers to get one person out.
- Scuffles break out as police hold back Turkish mourners
The two suicide bombings in Ankara on Saturday were Turkey's deadliest attack in years. About 70 mourners were eventually allowed to briefly pay respects to the victims.
- Exodus to Europe? For most Syrian refugees, Turkey is their reality.
For some of the more than 2 million Syrian refugees in Turkey, Europe is just a bridge too far. For others, staying put is the better choice, despite the challenges.
- Unrest in Israel: How do you stop an intifada that has no leader?
Despite efforts by both Israeli and Palestinian security forces, a rash of violence in Israel has continued unabated, fueled by an online communal anger among Palestinians.
- Syrian offensive, with more Russian airstrikes, targets rebel groups
Some Russian long-range missiles mistakenly landed in Iran.
- Russian strikes changing landscape of Syria battlefield, anti-Assad rebels say
Russia says cruise missiles launched from the Caspian Sea Wednesday were aimed at Islamic State sites, but anti-Assad rebels say they, not jihadists, are Moscow's primary target.