Arab Spring

Tourism Trumps Islam in Tunisia

Tunis' Islamist government has decided its country's beaches and bars will remain open in an effort to revitalize the nation's economy.

Syria Promises Dawn Ceasefire

President Bashar al-Assad's forces have agreed to honor UN-Arab-league envoy Kofi Annan's ceasefire demand, if the rebels do too....

Egyptian Intelligence Ministry Building Torched

Anger over the death of two protesters killed in clashes with the army over road tolls has burgeoned into arson in Salloum.

Egyptian Constitutional Assembly Suspended

Egypt's Constitutional Assembly was slapped with an injunction following charges Islamist parties stacked the deck in their favor

Suleiman The Last Minute Entry

Analysis: Suleiman Candidacy Foil for Concern Over Islamists

Omar Suleiman, a prominent figure in the Mubarak regime believes the time is ripe to enter the presidential race

Egyptian Candidate Promises Islamic Veto

Egypt's leading presidential candidates are locked in a 'more Islamic than thou' battle aimed at winning hardliner votes.

Jordan Charges 13 Activists with Insulting the King

Jordanian military prosecutors charge 13 political activists with incitement, a day after police broke up their demonstration.

Egypt's Islamists Prepare No-Confidence Motion

Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood-led parliament begins drawing up a no-confidence motion against the military-appointed government .

Camel Merchants Threaten Cairo Siege

A ban on camel sales has halted USD 250 million in annual trade, quickened rising meat costs, and led camel merchants to the brink.

Tunisia Constitution to Reject Sharia

After weeks of protest and growing secular opposition, Tunisia's ruling Islamist party announced Sharia will not be enshrined in government.

Turkey Closes Syrian Embassy; Death Toll at 10,000

The international noose is closing in on Assad. Turkey has shut down its Damascus embassy, and Russia warned Syria it faces civil war.

Jordan: Hundreds Protest 'Procrastination' on Reform

Hundreds of Jordanians demonstrate against “procrastination” on reform, wave Muslim Brotherhood flags.

Tunisia’s Secular Opposition Uniting Against Islamists

The fractious opposition in Tunis is uniting in common cause against the ruling Islamist coalition.

Ousted Saleh Spoiling Yemen’s Politics

Former president Ali Abdullah Saleh has ratcheted up tensions as he tries to run Yemen from behind the scenes in spite of his ouster.

Expert: Abdullah Losing Power in Jordan

Middle East expert Dr. Assaf David tells Arutz Sheva: King Abdullah's decision-making has ability is gradually reducing.

Yemini Terrorists Assassinate US Teacher

Two terrorists on a motorcycle assassinated an American teacher Sunday. The victim’s name has not yet been released.

Muslim Brotherhood Party Comes to Libya

Just as the Arab Spring brought the Muslim Brotherhood into governments in Egypt and Tunisia, it has now brought its new party to Libya.

Report: Cairo Junta Planned Mubarak Ouster

A Statfor report says Egypt's military was planning Mubarak's ouster months before popular protests erupted in January 2011.

Assad Claims Voters Passed New Constitution, Amid Deaths

The Syrian gov't says 90% of voters approved a new constitution giving Pres. Bashar al-Assad 14 more years. Forty people were killed.

Syrians Vote on New Constitution, Activists Boycotting

Syrians cautiously went to the polls Sunday to vote on a new constitution that would keep President Assad in office until 2028.

Clinton Betting Against Syria's Assad

Saying the Internet renders brutality 'unsustainable,' Us top diplomat Hillary Clinton is headed to Tunis for an int'l conference on Syria

Trial to End for Egypt's Former President Hosni Mubarak

The trial of former Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak, accused of the murders of protesters in the 2011 Arab Spring revolt, ends Wednesday.

The Decline of the American Superpower?

The perception in the Arab world is that the U.S. is weakening; what, then, does this mean for Israel?

Saudis Vow 'Iron Fist' to Quell Shiite Unrest

Saudi officials say they will use force to quell Shiite protesters who complain of pervasive discrimination in the Sunni kingdom.

"Arab Spring" Inaccurate Description of Earthquake

The “Arab Spring” is much too flowery and seasonal a term to describe an earthquake that threatens stability of region.

Yemenis Vote in First 'Saleh-Free' Election

The impoverished and conflict-ridden country of Yemen sought to put its past behind it and elect a new president on Tuesday.

PM: I Was Right to Doubt 'Arab Spring'

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu said Sunday night that he been right when he presented a 'pessimistic' view of the 'Arab Spring'

Yemen's Saleh is Off The Wall

Yemen's outgoing president Ali Abdullah Saleh on Thursday ordered the removal of his photos from all government and private facilities.

Over 120 Wounded in Fresh Bahrain Clashes

Protests marking the one year anniversary of Bahrain's violently suppressed pro-democracy movement have erupted into more violence.

Egyptian Report: Mossad Operating Spy Network in Tunisia

Egyptian research institute claims the Israeli Mossad is operating a spy network in Tunisia, in collaboration with U.S. intelligence.

Algeria Announces 'Clean' May Elections

Algeria’s president announces that elections will be held on May 10, promises clean and supervised process.

Ban Ki-Moon: All Hail the Arab Spring

UN Sec.-Gen. in Israel, says turmoil is "inevitable evolution of history" and should be welcomed.

Ya'alon Cites Western Naivete: Not All Elections Bring Democracy

Strategic Affairs Minister Moshe Ya'alon cited Western "ignorance coupled with naivety"in his address at the 2012 Herzliya Conference.

IDF Intel Chief: 200,000 Missiles Aimed at Israel

There are some 200,000 missiles and rockets aimed at Israel, a top IDF official said Thursday - and no part of the country is "safe" anymore

Former Greek PM: Arab Spring Has Created New Opportunities

George Papandreou, Former Prime Minister of Greece, addresses the 12th Annual Herzliya Conference.

IAF Commander: 'Arab Spring' Could Strengthen Terror

IAF Commander addresses the changes caused by the Arab Spring and says: We cannot cut the defense budget.

Former IDF Chief: Israel Must Prepare for War

Ashkenazi: Israel must not cut its budget because shifting strategic realities demand it prepare for war.

State Dept. Blows Hot & Cold

Son Of Transport Secretary Can't Get Transport Out Of Egypt

As part of an Egyptian crackdown on NGOs, their representatives in Egypt including the son of Ray Lahood, have been kept from leaving.

Russia: 'We Can Do No More' for Syria

Moscow has reached its limit and says it can "do no more" to help Syria's President Bashar al-Assad remain in power.

Hungary, Romania Head Toward 'E. Europe Winter'

Could last year's Arab Spring have led to an Eastern European Winter? The warning signs may be there, the EU and the US fear.

Saudi Forces Gun Down Shiite Protester

Renewed clashes between Saudi forces and Shiite protesters in eastern Qatif province resulted in live fire; 1 dead, 3 wounded

Egyptian Prosecutor Seeks Death for Mubarak

Egypt's prosecutor seeks death by hanging for former President Hosni Mubarak, his sons Gamal and Ala'a, and his former Interior Minister.

Bahrain Panel to Review Controversial Verdicts

Bahrain to set up a judicial panel to review verdicts that were issued by a court over involvement in anti-government protests.

Barak: Assad 'Only Has Weeks'

Defense Minister Ehud Barak says the regime of Syrian president Bashar al-Assad only has 'a few weeks' before it loses control.

Arab Spring Quite Costly, Says Arab League Official

The Arab Spring turmoil, besides costing human life, has also cost countries at least $75 billion - and counting

No Speedy Trial for Mubarak

After a three-month hiatus the trial of Egypt's ailing former president Hosni Mubarak resumed only to be postponed, again.

Haniyeh Decries 'Judaization' of Jerusalem

Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh has called for Arab nations to back his movement in fighting the 'Judaization' of Jerusalem.

Hamas Predicts Sweeping Electoral Victory

Pumped up on Islamic gains at the polls in the Arab Spring, Hamas expects to take Ramallah by storm in May.

Hamas Co-Founder Confirms: We'll Focus on Popular Protests

Hamas co-founder Mahmoud a-Zahar: We'll focus on Arab Spring-style protests, but won't give up our weapons completely.

Hizbullah Calls US 'Mother of Terrorism'

Hizbullah accused the United States of staging the deadly blasts in Damascus that killed 44 as its war of words with Washington escalates.

Bahrain Stages Violent Raid on Opposition HQ

One month after admitting the use of 'excessive force' against protesters, Bahraini security forces stage a violent raid on the opposition.

Arab League Sends Advance Team to Syria

The Arab League has sent a 10-member advance team to Syria to ensure that monitors will have free access across the country.

5 Iranian Technicians Kidnapped in Syria

Five Iranian electrical engineers have been abducted in Syria by unknown gunmen in the central city of Homs.

Day 3 of Riots in Bahrain

Protesters riot in Bahrain for a third day, with minority Shi'ites demanding more rights from the Sunni monarchy in renewed unrest.

Arab Spring not Safe for Democracy Says Ya'alon

Carrying out elections does not necessarily create democracy in the Arab Middle East, says Deputy Prime Minister Moshe Ya’alon.

US Ambassador Lays Down Rules for Arab Democracies

Parties "must reject violence, respect the freedoms of speech and religion, rights of women."

Indonesian Student to Ignite Another Jasmine Revolution?

Could an Indonesian student ignite a second "Jasmine Revolution" after immolating himself in front of the presidential palace in Jakarta?

Goodbye Saleh: Yemen Forms Unity Government

The Gulf-brokered transition of power is underway in Yemen even as clashes rock the capital of Sanaa; Hadi to replace Saleh soon.

Syria Accepts Arab League Observers

Syria has aquiesced to an Arab League ultimatum to accept a delegation of observers, or face U.N. involvement.

Desperate for a 'Success,' Top Obama Official Leans on Israel

U.S. Defense Secretary Leon Panetta demanded that Israel get back to the "damn" negotiating table - and make concessions to the PA.