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Latest in Region
We strongly support President Al-Sisi’s steps for ensuring religious freedoms: Pompeo
When America retreats, chaos follows, says US Secretary of State from Cairo
US envoy for resolving Gulf crisis resigns with failure in his mission
Zinni’s mission also included forming an Arab alliance for countering Iranian influence in Middle East
Pompeo arrives in Iraq as part of Middle East tour
US official expected to visit Cairo, after leaving Iraq, where he will give commitment to peace speech
Erdogan calls for ‘careful’ US withdrawal from Syria ahead of Trump adviser’s visit
Decision was widely criticised by US allies in Europe
816 people arrested during demonstrations in Sudan: Interior Minister
Hundreds of Sudanese government supporters organised rally to express support for President Omar Al-Bashir
Egypt condemns coup attempt in Gabon
Gabonese soldiers said on radio President Bongo’s recent speech ‘reinforced doubts’ in his ability to rule
Hamas retakes Rafah border crossing, denouncing PA withdrawal
Egyptian MP urged officials to “prevent Hamas from ruling crossing, poses threat to national security”
Syria can return to Arab League if it solves ongoing crisis through UN’s vision: Shoukry
Comments came during press conference with Morocco’s Minister of Foreign Affairs
Who is President Ali Bongo?
The attempted coup against Gabon’s President Ali Bongo has cast the spotlight on one of Africa’s most controversial leaders
Gabon soldiers attempt to stage coup, government says situation under control
President Bongo has been out of country since October amid reports suffering from a stroke
Bolton makes US troops withdrawal from Syria conditional on IS downfall, Kurds’ safety
Trump previously said that IS had been defeated, “all” 2,000 US troops in Syria will be “coming back now”
Israel strikes Hamas targets in Gaza after a rocket fired from Strip
No casualties or injuries from both sides have been reported
Pompeo to start Mideast tour on Tuesday, including Egypt, Saudi Arabia
US Secretary of State to meet Egyptian leaders, address key regional issues, counterterrorism, economic cooperation
Al-Sisi stresses significance of Egyptian-Palestinian historical relations
Abbas hailed Cairo efforts in facilitating reconciliation efforts
Leading Al-Qaeda militant Jamal Al-Badawi targeted in Yemen air strike
He was convicted of plotting, taking part in several Al-Qaeda-related bombings in 2004
Arab countries see Israel as ‘ally’ against Iran: Netanyahu
Hamas called on Arab states to support Palestinian cause instead of “opening doors for Israeli occupation”
Protesters renew march before presidential palace despite restrictions
Al-Bashir expressed on Sunday his full satisfaction with performance of police in Sudan
Russia, Turkey reach ‘understanding’ over cooperation in Syria
Senior officials of both countries agreed on “fighting terrorism, liberating Syria”
UN calls on Sudan to investigate casualties amid protests
Egypt’s foreign minister, intelligence chief, head to Khartoum for talks with Sudanese officials
New Saudi foreign minister inherits his predecessor’s heavy debt
“Kingdom not in crisis,” Al-Assaf says in his first statement in office
UAE to reopen its embassy in Syria for first time in 7 years
Embassy has been closed since Syrian uprising erupted in 2011
Saudi Arabia reshuffles cabinet, government entities
Royal decree issued on Thursday to restructure government headed by King Salman
Angry protests in Tunisia after journalist immolates himself
Zorgi called for revolution over poor living conditions, corruption
Clashes renew in Sudan while protesters attempt to march on presidential palace
Security forces dispersed riots by firing tear gas, shooting into air
Israel’s warplanes struck targets in Damascus, wounding 3 soldiers: Syria
Airstrikes hit Hezbollah weapons depot, injuring several senior personnel, US official says
Sudan’s Al-Bashir vows ‘reforms’ after protests
President’s pledge comes following public protests in many cities since 19 December
Israel to dissolve parliament, hold election in April
Netanyahu seeks similar right-wing coalition after election
Militants attack Libya’s Foreign Ministry in Tripoli, killing 3
Suicide bombers opened fire against ministry’s employees before blowing themselves up inside
Syrian National Security Chief visits Cairo, meets Egypt’s Head of General Intelligence: SANA
Mamlouk’s second publicised visit to Cairo since start of Syrian revolution
Hamas rejects Abbas’ decision to dissolve parliament, calls on Egypt to block measures
PA president resolves Palestinian parliament, insists on legislative elections within 6 months