April 2016
Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the Role of Shia Factions in Iraq's Political Crisis
Moqtada al-Sadr has called for protests in Baghdad to pressure parliament for the approval of a new cabinet led by Haider al-Abadi. The political landscape…
Turkey Sets Deadline for EU Agreement Implementation
Turkey's Prime Minister has set a deadline for the EU to lift visa requirements for Turkish citizens, threatening to cancel agreements if the deadline is…
Iran's Minister of Culture Accuses Saudi Arabia of 'Obstruction' in Issuing Hajj Visas
Iran's Culture Minister has accused Saudi Arabia of hindering the issuance of Hajj visas, raising concerns about the impact of last year's deadly incidents and…
Minister of Intelligence Reports Arrest of a 'Terrorist' in Western Iran
Iran's Minister of Intelligence announced the arrest of a terrorist in western Iran who planned an explosive attack, highlighting ongoing security concerns in the region.…
Saudi Arabia: Sharia Police No Longer Allowed to Arrest Individuals
The Saudi government has restricted the powers of the Sharia police, prohibiting them from making arrests and requiring them to treat citizens more kindly. This…
Sisi's Speech on Egypt's Island Transfer to Saudi Arabia Sparks Controversy
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Sisi's recent speech aimed to address controversies over the transfer of two islands to Saudi Arabia but ended up igniting debates…