Middle East

UK imposes sanctions on perpetrators of violence against Syrian civilians

Israeli military says it struck Hezbollah sites in southern Lebanon

'Big hopes for Africa': Defence firms scramble for drone market at Egypt arms expo

Jabbar 150, an Egyptian drone manufactured by Amstone International Group, is displayed at the Egypt Defence Expo (EDEX), showcasing military systems and hardware, in Cairo, Egypt, December 3, 2025. REUTERS/Mohamed Abd El Ghany

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With AI and Wordle, Pope Leo proves to be a pope of the digital age

Pope Leo XVI has voiced concerns with the risks at AI poses to "human dignity, justice and labour" since the start of his tenure.

Iraq to freeze funds of Hezbollah and Houthis, official gazette says

A Hezbollah fighter beside a military tank in Western Qalamoun, Syria, in 2017. Washington has long sought to reduce Iran’s influence in countries in the Middle East.

Hezbollah urges Pope Leo to reject Israeli ‘aggression’ on Lebanon visit

A banner depicting Pope Leo XIV hanging from a building in Beirut on Nov 29, ahead of his visit to Lebanon.

Pope Leo meets Middle East Christian leaders, condemns religious violence

Pope Leo XIV meeting bishops, priests, deacons, consecrated persons, seminarians and pastoral workers at Istanbul's Holy Spirit Cathedral on Nov 28.

Pope Leo warns of conflicts endangering humanity on first overseas trip

Pope Leo XIV disembarks from his plane after his arrival at Esenboga International Airport in Ankara on Nov 27.

Meshtri set to defend Dubai Creek Mile crown

Senators press Trump administration over envoy's possible financial conflicts, letter says

Steve Witkoff, U.S. Special Envoy to the Middle East, speaks during the America Business Forum at Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida, U.S. November 6, 2025. REUTERS/Marco Bello

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