Live

Middle East

ISIL's 'Islamic State' an existential threat to Saudi Arabia

Wed Jul 2, 2014 10:49:45

With the al-Qaeda spin-off Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) now virtually on its northern border, Saudi King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz has appointed a new spy master and a new special envoy for the kingdom. The appointments also strengthen the king’s hand in the succession process.

Arab League, Iran condemn Israeli attacks in West Bank, Gaza

Wed Jul 2, 2014 09:56:03

The Arab League and Iran have blasted Israel for the current escalation of hostilities in the occupied West Bank and the Gaza Strip in the wake of discovering the bodies of three Israeli teens who went missing nearly three weeks ago.

Russia seeks UN ban on oil trade with terrorists in Syria

Wed Jul 2, 2014 09:24:58

Russia has urged UN Security Council members to back a draft statement that would bar crude oil sales by terrorist groups in Syria, including the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL).

Iraq willing to accept arms from Russia, Iran: Ambassador

Wed Jul 2, 2014 08:17:53

Iraq will turn to Iran, Russia and elsewhere for arms and military advice if the Obama administration won't supply what it needs to halt an Al-Qaeda splinter group, Iraq's ambassador to the United States says.

US troops in Iraq to use Apache helicopters, drones

Wed Jul 2, 2014 08:08:02

American troops sent to Iraq are to fly Apache attack helicopters and use unarmed surveillance drones in Baghdad, Pentagon officials said on Tuesday.

Exclusive: 80% Saladin Province under Iraqi army’s control

Tue Jul 1, 2014 22:43:26

Iraqi Special Forces have brought more than 80% of the Saladin Governorate under their control, pushing Takfiri militants out of the northern area, Al-Alam reports.

Israeli FM calls for all-out war on impoverished Gazans

Tue Jul 1, 2014 20:25:23

Israeli Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman has called for a major air and ground offensive on the impoverished Gaza Strip which Israel has been keeping under an illegal strict siege since 2007.

A half-hour parliament break leaves Iraq without new gov’t

Tue Jul 1, 2014 19:20:22

The first session of Iraq's newly elected parliament has adjourned for a week without choosing a new speaker, officials say.

Lebanese terrorist group pledges loyalty to ISIL leader

Tue Jul 1, 2014 17:49:04

A Lebanese militant group called ‘Ahrar al-Sunna’ has announced loyalty to the so-called ‘Islamic caliphate’ newly established by the Takfiri group of Islamic State of Iraq and Levant (ISIL).

Deadliest month of year for Iraqis; more than 2,000 dead

Tue Jul 1, 2014 15:54:01

The brutal attack launched by Takfiri militants in north of Iraq as well as a wave of violence across the country has left more than 2,400 people dead, the United Nations has reported.

15251 - 15260 of 20180