Middle East

Syria’s President Al-Sharaa and Kurdish leader Barzani discuss developments in Syria, wider region

Syria’s President Al-Sharaa and Kurdish leader Barzani discuss developments in Syria, wider region

Ahmad Al-Sharaa underscores Kurds’ rights, calls for stability and cooperation during call with Masoud Barzani

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Japan intends to 'play proactive role' in Middle East, says foreign minister ahead of trip to region
09.01.2026

Japan intends to 'play proactive role' in Middle East, says foreign minister ahead of trip to region

Middle East region is 'crucial to stability of the international community,' says Toshimitsu Motegi ahead of a 5-nation trip

Iran downplays risk of military escalation, accuses US, Israel of fueling unrest
09.01.2026

Iran downplays risk of military escalation, accuses US, Israel of fueling unrest

Foreign Minister Araghchi says government engaging with various segments of society to address internal challenges

Israeli warplanes launch heavy airstrikes across southern Lebanon
09.01.2026

Israeli warplanes launch heavy airstrikes across southern Lebanon

Israeli army claims attacks targeted Hezbollah infrastructure

Prosecutor among 5 killed during protests in Iran's North Khorasan province
09.01.2026

Prosecutor among 5 killed during protests in Iran's North Khorasan province

Authorities say demonstrators set fire to container housing the prosecutor and security staff in Esfarayen, according to Fars news agency

Senior ISIS terrorist leader arrested in Syria: Interior minister
09.01.2026

Senior ISIS terrorist leader arrested in Syria: Interior minister

‘Specialized units, working in direct coordination with the Syrian General Intelligence Service, arrested ISIS’ military commander for Wilayat al-Sham,’ says Anas Khattab