Middle East & North Africa

An attack on a Roman Catholic church in Istanbul signals a renewed threat from ISIS-K, which is seeking new targets outside Taliban-controlled Afghanistan

While Saudi Arabia may not be able to develop complex weapon systems, it could design and produce light arms, drones, and armored vehicles

Moscow is in need of missiles and might be more forthcoming in response to Iran’s requests for high-tech Russian weaponry

A reported 41% participation rate, inclusive of spoiled ballots, marks the lowest level of participation by the Iranian people in the 12 rounds of parliamentary elections since 1979

While a low voter turnout guarantees their continued control, it further undermines the legitimacy of the Islamic Republic's conservative regime

Algeria's role in freeing 52 U.S. diplomats from captivity in Iran provides valuable insights for mediators seeking to free hostages today

A rise in US-Iran tensions has depressed the Iranian currency, the rial, with serious consequences for ordinary Iranians

Israel’s denunciation of UNRWA appears to be part of a broader strategic objective to shift the narrative around the Palestinian issue