Saudi Official Fired After Textbook With Yoda Image
The photo showed Saudi's former King Faisal signing a U.N. charter with the Star Wars character.
What Is Mueller Looking for in the Facebook Russia Ads?
Why a warrant? Mueller could have obtained information about the Russian accounts using a grand jury subpoena.
Saudi Cleric Banned for Women 'Quarter-Brain' Jibe
The cleric said women become less intelligent than men when they go shopping.
Trump Attacks Iran Deal, Offers Little in Return
The U.S., Israel and Saudi Arabia are demanding a new or no Iran nuclear deal, but the fallout of such a move could end up undermining their interests.
Secret Deals, Vote Trading Harming U.N.
The U.N. has been considered a top authority since World War II, but critics say backdoor deals get in the way of real action.
In First, Saudi Women Train as Air Traffic Controllers
It's all part of the country's bid to modernize under Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's Vision 2030.
Why Is Snapchat Banning Al-Jazeera in Saudi Arabia?
A Gulf rift has extended to social media, and the photo-sharing platform has found itself in the middle.
Trump's Meet with Malaysian Crook Najib Reeks of Swamp
Najib is the subject of a $1 billion foreign kleptocracy investigation, the largest ever launched by the Justice Department.
Saudi Arabia Foils ISIS Attack on Defense Ministry
The jihadi group opposes the country's claim to be the world's true Islamic state.
What Is the Kaaba? A Brief Look at Islam's Holiest Site
The Kaaba, meaning "cube" in Arabic, has been the center of Islam since the time of Prophet Muhammad, but it was worshipped for centuries prior.
When Does Hajj Start?
The Islamic pilgrimage of Hajj's timing changes from year to year because the Hijri Calendar is based on the lunar cycle, not the sun.
Saudi Arabia Shows How it Would Shoot Down Qatari Plane
Saudi Arabia and allies Bahrain, Egypt and the United Arab Emirates have accused Qatar of funding terrorist groups abroad.
From Chechnya to Syria, Putin Wrestles with Islam
Muslims know that Putin's pose as the Islamic world's best friend is no more than a pose.
Serial Cat Killer Hunted by Police; Internet Aflame
Tens of thousands of social media users are calling for the arrest or execution of a man who filmed himself shooting cats with a rifle in Saudi Arabia.
Saudi Arabia Says Qatar Declared War Over Holy Sites
Saudi Arabia's foreign minister says Qatar asked his country to cede control of Islam's two holiest sites, but Qatar denies doing so.
Tel Aviv Diary: Israelis Fear Violence Out of Control
The Temple Mount attack has spurred a spate of vicious attacks on both sides
Why Has Trump Ordered the CIA Out of Syria?
Trump has ended a CIA-run program to arm and train elements of the Syrian opposition.
Is Trump Readying for War With Iran Over the Nuke Deal?
It is actually the United States, not Iran, that appears to be in breach of the Iran nuke deal.
Qatar Crisis: Lessons to Learn in Age of Cyber Attacks
Without regulation, the use of cyberspace for attacks will contribute to an online arms race.
Woman Arrested for Wearing Miniskirt in Saudi Arabia
She posted a brief clip to Snapchat wearing the outfit in one of the country's most conservative regions.
How Long Could Israel Survive Without America?
As Israel's international isolation has grown, its dependence on US diplomatic cover has become almost complete.
Why the Syria Ceasefire Suits Both Putin and Trump
Trump should tell Putin he reserves the right to respond militarily to any Assad act of civilian slaughter.
Ex-Envoy: Saudi Arabia's Style of Islam Is 'Unhealthy'
Former U.K. ambassador to Saudi Arabia William Patey blasted Saudi Arabia's "unhealthy" Salafi-Wahhabi Islam, saying it could promote extremism.
Is Trump Planning a Surge in Libya?
Defense Secretary Mattis and his Italian counterpart recently discussed how to best intervene in Libya.
Can Palestinians Be Stopped From Funding Terror?
Today the Senate is discussing ending all aid to the Palestinian Authority if it doesn't stop funding terror.
The Border Between Turkey And Syria Open for Business
Foreign fighters bribe Turkish officers to cross, for medical treatment and to collect funds.
Time to Lift the Lid on Britain's Secret Drone Strikes
How is Britain's secret drone policy any different from George W. Bush's preemptive strikes?
Is the Qatar Crisis Veering Out of America's Control?
Qatar has become a proxy fight between Iran and Saudi Arabia, with the U.S. on the sidelines.
Tel Aviv Diary: Why Modi Was Made So Welcome in Israel
Netanyahu requested that the entire cabinet come to the airport to welcome him.
Where ISIS Commanders Will Go After Raqqa Falls
Will they spread out across the region, fomenting Islamist revolts?