Pope travels to Arabian Peninsula to meet moderate Muslims
UAE support for Saudi Arabia’s war in Yemen and its problematic record on human rights and labor violations at home will likely will get a pass.
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WATCH: Muslims demand Nike remove ‘Allah’ logo from sole of shoes
Nike is facing calls to recall its popular Air Max running shoes due to a petition circulated by Muslim activists who claim the trademarked logo on the sole resembles the Arabic word for 'Allah.'
February 1, 2019
Facebook removes 783 fake pages, accounts tied to Iran
Facebook has been disclosing such purges more regularly in recent months, including ones linked to groups in Myanmar , Bangladesh and Russia .
February 1, 2019
Rouhani: Iran facing toughest times in 40 years
The Iranian president speaks of economic hardships amid periodic worker protests, insisting the Islamic government cannot be blamed.
January 31, 2019
European Union creates system to bypass US sanctions on Iran
The financial vehicle will enable EU countries and companies to continue doing business with Iran despite American sanctions.
January 31, 2019
Ocasio-Cortez’s Democratic Socialists affirmed BDS in 2017, chanting ‘From River to sea, Palestine will be free’
In this clip shared by The Daily Wire's Ryan Saavedra, the Democratic Socialists of America are seen voting in 2017 to support the Boycott, Divestment & Sanctions (BDS) movement. After the vote is affirm...
January 31, 2019
House Democrats defend Tlaib, Omar amid anti-Semitic accusations
Despite anti-Semitic and anti-Israel rhetoric that includes support for the BDS movement from freshmen Reps. Rashida Tlaib (D-Mich.) and Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.), House Democratic leadership has come to their defen...
January 30, 2019
ISIS fighters to be returned to France; interior minister says prison awaits
A report says that French citizens held by Kurds in Syria will be repatriated because their captors don't want them.
January 29, 2019
Trump warns Europeans not to evade Iran sanctions
The White House is putting the Europeans on notice, saying that if they try to do an end-run around U.S. sanctions on Iran, they will be subject to stiff fines and penalties.
January 28, 2019
Fatah calls for new Palestinian unity government, leaving Hamas in the cold
Fatah has called to replace the socalled Palestinian unity government, excluding Hamas.
January 28, 2019
Merkel calls for ‘zero tolerance’ as anti-Semitism rises in Germany
German chancellor admits growing anti-Semitism a problem in Germany, noting that Muslim migrants contribute to the rise.
January 27, 2019
Malaysia’s anti-Semitism costs it World Para Swimming Championships
On Sunday, the International Paralympic Committee said it would strip Malaysia of the right to host the 2019 World Para Swimming Championships.
January 27, 2019
Corbyn willing to meet with terrorists but not with British leader, PM May charges
Corbyn 'has been willing to sit down with Hamas, Hezbollah and the IRA without preconditions, yet he won’t meet me to talk about Brexit,' Prime Minister May declared.
January 24, 2019
Deadly car bomb explodes in Assad stronghold in Syria
A car bomb exploded at a busy intersection in the Syrian coastal city of Latakia on Tuesday, killing a civilian and wounding 14, Syrian state-run media said.
January 22, 2019
Israel ranked in top 5 on Bloomberg innovation index
Israel finds itself above the U.S. and Japan among others in innovation.
January 22, 2019
Deadly explosion reported in Damascus area
State television says the explosion appears to have been an act of terror.
January 20, 2019
Iran says ready for new satellite launch in a few months
“The remaining problems are minor, will be resolved in a few months, and we will soon be ready for a new launch,” Rouhani said after failed attempt.
January 17, 2019
US congresswoman defends tweet accusing ‘oppressive’ Israel of ‘hypnotizing world’
Rep. Ilhan Omar defended a 2012 tweet in which she said that Israel had "hypnotized the world."
January 17, 2019
WATCH: Why was Trump praising Israel’s security barriers?
Is Trump referring to Israel’s success in blocking illegal migrants or in thwarting terrorist infiltrators?
January 17, 2019
American Jew who survived 9/11 among dead in Kenyan terror attack
"I am sure he gave them hell," said Jason Spindler's brother.
January 16, 2019
Saudi wives now know when they’re divorced – via text message
The government initiative is considered a positive reform because at least now, the divorced woman will be informed of her status.
January 16, 2019
Analysis: Tehran and the Taliban – Iran expands its influence
Given Iran’s ties to the Taliban and the new regional arrangements, Iran will be able to further expand its political, economic, and sectarian influence in that country.
January 15, 2019
Trump signs Elie Wiesel Genocide Act into law
Named for famed Holocaust survivor Elie Wiesel, the new law was passed with overwhelming bipartisan support.
January 15, 2019
US congressman punished for remark defending white supremacy
Rep. Steve King insists that he was misunderstood and was not defending white supremacy.
January 15, 2019
Iran’s satellite launch doesn’t quite make orbit
The 'innocent satellite' was actually 'the first stage of an intercontinental missile' Iran is developing in violation of international agreements, Prime Netanyahu stated.
January 15, 2019
Saudi journalist: If Muslims despise ‘infidel’ West, why are they so eager to live there?
Journalist Muhammad Aal Al-Sheikh slams Muslim immigrants who choose to live in the West yet express hatred and contempt towards the West and regard it as infidel.
January 14, 2019
Iranian air force calls crash that kills 15 ‘martyrdom’
A Boeing 707 cargo plane flying from Kyrgyzstan crashed in Iran's Alborz province after overshooting the runway during landing.
January 14, 2019
Hawaii democrat who backed Assad, blasted Israel over Gaza, to run for president
Rep. Gabbard, who criticized Israel for using live ammunition against Gaza rioters, will announce her run for president on Saturday, according to reports.
January 14, 2019
Trump: If Erdogan attacks Kurds, we’ll ‘devastate’ Turkey’s economy
Trump warned that if Turkey attacks U.S.-backed Kurdish forces in Syria, the United States will “devastate Turkey economically.”
January 14, 2019
Russia nixes Hamas chief’s visit to Moscow
Hamas politburo head Ismail Haniyeh's visit to Moscow was nixed. The reason for the visit’s cancellation was not given.
January 10, 2019
Turkey says offensive against Kurds not dependent on US pullout
Turkey signaled to that a military offensive would not be dependent on U.S. forces leaving Syria.
January 10, 2019
Pompeo in Egypt to reassure Arab allies of American commitment
Pompeo met Egyptian leaders in Cairo on Thursday as part of a nine-nation Mideast tour to reassures America’s Arab partners.
January 10, 2019
WATCH: Jordan’s queen under fire for lavish wardrobe
Jordan's royal family is attempting damage control as Queen Rania is denouned for her extravagant lifestyle in a country that faces economic hardship.
January 10, 2019
Crackdown in Xinjiang: The Islamic world’s Achilles heel
Feeling a backlash against its crackdown on Muslims in Xinjiang, China made the token gesture of allowing 2,000 ethnic Kazakhs to leave.
January 9, 2019
Trouble with Turkey: Erdogan refused to meet Bolton
Turkish president calls off planned meeting with Trump’s National Security Adviser after Bolton called on Turkey to avoid harming Kurds in Syria.
January 8, 2019
New Mideast order emerges out of chaos, former Israeli intelligence officer says
The Arab Spring featured civil wars, uprisings and foreign intervention in failed states. But a new, more stable, yet still dangerous new Mideast order is taking shape, says an ex-senior Israeli intelligence officer.
January 8, 2019
WATCH: Palestinian-American congresswoman unleashes profanity-laced ‘impeach Trump’ rant
'We’re going to go in there and impeach the motherf***er!' vowed recently elected Democratic congresswoman Rashida Tlaib in front a crowd of adoring supporters, referring to U.S. President Donald Trump.
January 4, 2019
Opinion: Europe’s slow, lethal surrender to Iran
In 2018, Europe's leaders are again gambling with the security of their own citizens as well as that of their Middle East allies, especially Israel.
January 3, 2019
WATCH: Netflix slammed for pulling ‘Patriot Act’ episode mocking Saudi regime
Netflix is under fire after its decision to remove an episode of comedy show 'Patriot Act' from its streaming service in Saudi Arabia, which is critical of the kingdom.
January 3, 2019
Cleveland Clinic’s anti-Semitic doctor attended Orthodox Jewish college
Doctor behind numerous anti-Semitic posts and fired from Cleveland Clinic attended Orthodox Jewish college.
January 2, 2019
WATCH: Assailant shouts ‘Allahu Akbar’ in Manchester New Year’s eve stabbing
An eyewitness said the assailant shouted Islamic slogans during the frenzied attack. He was recorded yelling 'Allahu Akbar’ while struggling with police.
January 1, 2019
Sen. Lindsey Graham: Trump slowing troop pullout from Syria
'I think we're in a pause situation,' Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) said Sunday, regarding the pullout of U.S. troops from Syria, after meeting with the president.
December 31, 2018
Kurds feel ‘betrayed’ by US withdrawal from Syria, may seek other alliances
Kurds in eastern Syria feel betrayed by the U.S. withdrawal. In panic mode, they may move closer to Russia, Iran and Syria.
December 30, 2018
Opinion: UK Welcomes Extremists, Bans Critics of Extremists
It is almost as though the UK government has decided that while extremist clerics can only rarely be banned, critics of such clerics can be banned with ease.
December 30, 2018
Trump: Israel gets $4.5 billion a year, ‘defends itself very well’
U.S. President Donald Trump said Israel receives $4.5 billion from Israel and is doing a "good job" defending itself.
December 27, 2018
WATCH: Israelis assist Indonesians following deadly tsunami
Independent Jewish and Israeli groups, such as IsraAid, flew to the Muslim-majority country to provide safe water and psychological support in wake of the disaster.
December 27, 2018
WATCH: Turkey prepares offensive against Kurds in Syria
Turkey is reportedly preparing an offensive right on the Syrian border to attack Kurdish YPG forces.
December 26, 2018
Turkey vows to rid Syria of US-allied Kurdish forces
Turkey said Tuesday it is working with the United States to coordinate the withdrawal of American forces, but remains "determined" to clear U.S.-allied Kurdish fighters from Syria.
December 25, 2018
WATCH: Saying ‘Merry Christmas’ a ‘worse sin than murder,’ claims Canadian imam
British Columbia's Sheikh Younus Kathrada says greeting non-Muslims on Christmas represents a greater sin than murder, adultery, and other major transgressions.
December 24, 2018
Radical Islamists in Gaza wage war on Christmas
Palestinian Christians living in Gaza are under threat not to celebrate Christmas, a flyer circulated by an Islamist group reveals.
December 24, 2018
Analysis: Obama administration facilitated Christian genocide in Nigeria
Former Nigerian President Jonathan’s newly published accusations appear to correspond with the previous U.S. administration’s policy concerning Muslims and Christians in Nigeria.
December 23, 2018
Trump made snap decision to pull out of Syria in call with Erdogan
President Trump agreed to a Syria withdrawal in a in a phone call with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan last week, rejecting the advice of his top aides.
December 23, 2018
US envoy resigns in protest over Trump’s Syria decision
Brett McGurk, the U.S. envoy to the global coalition fighting the Islamic State group, resigned over Donald Trump’s decision to withdraw U.S. troops from Syria.
December 23, 2018
Mattis resigns as Pentagon chief after clashes with Trump over Syria
Mattis stepped down after butting heads with Trump over the abrupt withdrawal of U.S. troops from Syria following two years of deep disagreements over America's role in the world.
December 22, 2018
Trump out of Syria: Is Afghanistan next?
President Donald Trump is pulling U.S. troops out of Syria. Could a withdrawal from Afghanistan be far behind?
December 20, 2018
Senators Ted Cruz, Tom Cotton push bill recognizing Israeli control of Golan
On Tuesday, Senators Ted Cruz and Tom Cotton introduced a bill urging U.S. recognition of Israeli sovereignty on the Golan.
December 19, 2018
Airbnb denies reversing blacklist of Jewish homes in Judea and Samaria
Airbnb denied it reversed its recent decision to remove Jewish listings in Judea and Samaria.
December 18, 2018
Iranian general kills himself cleaning pistol
A veteran Iranian general accidentally shot himself in the head while cleaning his pistol.
December 17, 2018
Strasbourg market attack suspect killed in police shootout
The man authorities believe killed three people during a rampage near a Christmas market in Strasbourg died Thursday in a shootout with police at the end of a two-day manhunt, French authorities said.
December 14, 2018
WATCH: Muslim bloodshed makes West justifiably wary, warns Egypt’s Al-Sisi
Al-Sisi commented at the World Youth Forum that after decades of infighting, it is unreasonable for people to expect Western countries to welcome people from the Muslim world.
December 14, 2018