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People gather to collect water in Khartoum, Sudan, Sunday, May 28, 2023.

People gather to collect water in Khartoum, Sudan, Sunday, May 28, 2023.

Sudan conflict fuels humanitarian disaster

As the conflict between two rival generals grinds on, there is growing concern that Sudan could run out of food.

Fans at a match at the Qatar World Cup

Fans at a match at the Qatar World Cup

Is criticism of Qatar's World Cup racist?

Observers agree that Qatar has had to deal with more criticism than is usual for a World Cup host. But why?

Qatari candidates arriving to register to run in the October elections

Qatari candidates arriving to register to run in the October elections

Qatari polls: PR stunt or step toward democracy?

The first general election is taking shape in Qatar, but there is little doubt that the power will remain with the emir.

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Hands holding up the World Cup trophy

Hands holding up the World Cup trophy

Saudi Arabia forging network to bid for 2030 World Cup

Saudi Arabia forging network to bid for 2030 World Cup

Media reports say that Riyadh is offering to cover all construction costs – but it remains far from a done deal.

Supporters of Iraqi Shiite cleric Moqtada al-Sadr burn a US flag during a demonstration in Baghdad's Tahrir Square on September 16, 2016.

Supporters of Iraqi Shiite cleric Moqtada al-Sadr burn a US flag during a demonstration in Baghdad's Tahrir Square on September 16, 2016.

How Russia is winning the Mideast information war

How Russia is winning the Mideast information war

Why do Middle Eastern locals believe the propaganda being peddled by official and unofficial Russian media in Arabic?

Aircraft of the Al Fursan aerobatic team perform during the first World Defense Show in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on March 8, 2022..

Aircraft of the Al Fursan aerobatic team perform during the first World Defense Show in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on March 8, 2022..

A 'NATO' for the Middle East?

A 'NATO' for the Middle East?

Rumors of a new Middle Eastern military alliance are flying, one which might even include Israel. But are they real?

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan hugs Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan hugs Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman

Erdogan's Saudi Arabia trip could be game changer

Erdogan's Saudi Arabia trip could be game changer

The landmark trip could affect the security situation for the entire region, from Iran to the war in Yemen.

General Alexander Dvornikov, in dress uniform and white gloves, salutes during a military parade

General Alexander Dvornikov, in dress uniform and white gloves, salutes during a military parade

Is new Russian commander really 'bloody'?

Is new Russian commander really 'bloody'?

General Alexander Dvornikov was called the "Butcher of Syria." Analysts argue he may not be that special.

Sudanese protesters gather during a demonstration against the October 25 coup, in the capital Khartoum, on January 2, 2022.

Sudanese protesters gather during a demonstration against the October 25 coup, in the capital Khartoum, on January 2, 2022.

After PM resigns, Sudan at crossroads

After PM resigns, Sudan at crossroads

Some say Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok's resignation is a good thing. Others fear the Sudanese military will take over.

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