Ayatollah criticizes ‘British Shia’ as protests continue The tweet from the Iranian Supreme Leader follows the Islamic Republic's complaints about London-based Persian language media outlets’ coverage of ongoing anti-government protests in Iran. Iran
Erdogan’s pre-election gesture to Alevis met with suspicion Many leaders of Turkey’s Alevi community question the motives behind Erdogan’s plan to create a public authority in charge of Alevi houses of worship. Turkey
NFT art, industry boom in Israel Israel might have gotten a late start on NFT art, but it's catching up quickly with active artists and groups on all social networks. Israel
Saudi economic relations with sub-Saharan Africa continue to grow South Africa's president will soon visit the Saudi kingdom, and the Saudi Fund for Development recently agreed to help the Central African Republic develop solar energy. Legacy: Gulf
Israel's interior minister calls to expel family of Palestinian assailant On the backdrop of growing tensions in the West Bank, and riding on Israelis’ fears over personal security, Interior Minister Ayelet Shaked is campaigning for the family of Palestinian assailant Fadi Kunbar to be expelled from Jerusalem. Israel
The Security Briefing: Riyadh reproach Lawmakers in Congress are threatening to hold up arms sales to Saudi Arabia over OPEC+’s decision to slash global oil production. By Jared Szuba In Washington, DC, reporting on defense, national security, military
