Middle East
New Muslim Lawmakers’ Criticism of Israel Pressures US Democrats
Omar and Tlaib sparked the BDS controversy during a period when Donald Trump’s administration has strengthened relations with Israel and slashed aid to the...
Pope Calls for End to Wars in Middle East During Gulf Trip
ABU DHABI (AFP) — Pope Francis on Monday called for an end to wars in the Middle East during the first visit by the...
Iran Facing Toughest Economic Situation in 40 Years: President
GENEVA (Reuters) — Iran’s president said on Wednesday the country was facing its toughest economic situation in 40 years, and the United States, not...
Marzhieh Hashemi’s Indefinite Detention Uncharged and Untried a Crime Against Humanity
STEPHEN LENDMANÂ |Â Caravan
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THESE are troubled times. Rule of law protections don’t help. The US does whatever it pleases, operating by its own rules, inflicting harm...
Saudi Music Festival Spotlights Pre-Islamic Heritage
RIYADH (AFP) — Bathed in light, musicians belt out melodies among pre-Islamic desert ruins in northwestern Saudi Arabia, a heritage trove at the centre...