Middle East

Egypt's Sisi, Trump discuss regional mediation efforts in phone call

Israel's Netanyahu withdraws nomination of candidate for intelligence agency

Syria Roundup: New transitional government, ties with Iraq, civilians killed

Congo and M23 rebels plan to hold first direct talks on April 9

U.S. issues Iran-related sanctions against China, UAE-based entities

Explainer-Key facilities in Iran's nuclear programme

Young Turks drive protests against Erdogan as new generation seeks change

Russia says it cannot accept U.S. proposals on Ukraine 'in current form'

Russia condemns 'ultimatums' after Trump threatens to bomb Iran

Key dates in Iran's long rivalry with the United States

Israel says it 'eliminated' operative for Hezbollah and Iran in Beirut strike

Israel kills Hezbollah official in deadly Beirut airstrike

US says it killed top Houthi missile expert, but questions linger