Middle East

In the Spotlight Both sides have fired shots at each other

By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published 27 February 26

Today’s Big Question Once again, fears of a wider Middle East war

By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published 25 February 26

speed read The Trump administration is considering an attack on Iran, despite cautioning from the Pentagon’s top general Dan Caine

By Peter Weber, The Week US Published 24 February 26

Today’s Big Question President Donald Trump has recently been threatening the country

By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published 17 February 26

Today’s Big Question Government requested royal visit to boost trade and ties with Middle East powerhouse, but critics balk at kingdom’s human rights record

By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published 10 February 26

Speed Read The incident comes amid heightened tensions in the Middle East

By Peter Weber, The Week US Published 4 February 26

Speed Read The death toll in Iran has surpassed 500

By Peter Weber, The Week US Published 12 January 26

Speed Reada Government buildings across the country have been set on fire

By Peter Weber, The Week US Published 9 January 26

Under the Radar Popularity of the birds of prey has been ‘soaring’ despite doubts over the legality of sourcing and concerns for animal welfare

By Will Barker, The Week UK Published 8 January 26

Speed Read The death toll from protests sparked by the collapse of Iran’s currency has reached at least 19

By Peter Weber, The Week US Published 5 January 26

TODAY’S BIG QUESTION Iranians are taking to the streets as a growing movement of civic unrest threatens a fragile stability

By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published 2 January 26

The Explainer The US and Israel are increasingly pressuring Baghdad to tackle Iran-backed militants, while weakened Iran sees Iraq as a vital remaining ally

By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published 12 November 25