Fending off 'coup' claims, Tunisian president announces anti-corruption drive Tunisian President Kais Saied has overwhelming public support after ousting the government, but critics warn against a return to authoritarianism. North Africa
Floods cause heavy losses in Sudan amid Nile dam crisis Floods hit multiple Sudanese cities and neighborhoods, after Addis Ababa completed the filling of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam’s reservoir. Egypt
Saudi Arabia to require vaccination proof for foreign tourists Saudi Arabia has imposed some particularly strict travel measures recently amid regional concerns about coronavirus variants. Saudi Arabia
Tunisian lawmaker arrested after Facebook posts criticizing Saied Yassin Ayari had accused the Tunisian president of staging a "coup against the constitution." Tunisia
Republican senator's hold on US funding to Palestinian territories remains in place A spokesperson for Sen. Jim Risch said the hold will stay as long as the Palestinian Authority continues what has been called the "pay for slay" program, while senators have also introduced a bill opposing the Biden administration's funds for Palestinian refugees. Washington Pulse
Palestinian killed by Israeli troops during funeral of boy shot by IDF Shawkat Khalil Awad was shot during clashes that erupted between Palestinian mourners and Israeli troops. Palestine
Saudi judoka earns praise for facing Israeli opponent at Tokyo Olympics Tahani Alqahtani is the first Saudi woman to compete in judo at the Olympics, bucking the trend of Middle Eastern and North African athletes refusing to face Israelis at the games. News Brief
Russia tries to compete with US in Mideast weapons market Russia's prospects in the Middle East arms market will depend on its ability to master fast production of the latest models of military equipment. Russia
As Palestinian residents of Silwan face evictions, large public artwork protests Over 150 murals in the Batan al-Hawa neighborhood of East Jerusalem form part of a political art project organized by Jews and Palestinians. Palestine
Middle East economic outlook hinges on vaccinations Five countries to watch: Tunisia, Iran, Iraq, Egypt and Oman. Egypt
Two reported dead in attack on Israeli-operated ship near Oman Iran was suspected in the attack on the UAE-bound Mercer Street, which is connected to an Israeli billionaire businessman. Iran
Tunisia's president names new interior minister as critics slam 'coup' Ridha Gharsallaoui's appointment as interior minister comes days after the Tunisian president suspended parliament and fired his prime minister. Tunisia
Egypt seeks rapprochement with Senegal in Nile dam crisis ahead of its AU presidency Egypt looks to strengthen its relations with Senegal and win it over in the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam negotiations, to be held under the auspices of the African Union, which is to be headed by Senegal next year. Egypt
Netanyahu lays out plan to regain power Despite his defeat two months ago, former Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu refuses to leave the stage to Prime Minister Naftali Bennett. Israel
Israel weighs risks, options for dealing with Hezbollah’s precise missiles Hezbollah is expanding its missile capability — what are Israel's options? Israel
Taliban victory in Afghanistan could inspire terrorists, armed groups throughout Middle East There are increasing reports of foreign jihadist fighters in Afghanistan. Iraq
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