Arab Spring

Kuwait Corruption Scandal Widens Into Vote Buying Probe

Days after Kuwait's cabinet resigned amid a corruption scandal prosecutors are probing rumors of parliamentary vote buying

UN Official: Syria 'On Cusp of Civil War'

The Syrian National Council and Free Syrian Army agreed to cooperate; top UN rights official says Syria is approaching 'civil war.'

Tunisia Extends State of Emergency

The nation that gave birth to the Jasmine Revolution and the Arab Spring has just extended its state of emergency for the rest of the year.

Kuwait Cabinet Resigns Amid Corruption Brouhaha

Kuwait's government dissolved itself less that two weeks after protesters stormed parliament decrying widespread corruption.

Islamist Party Set to Win Morocco Elections

Morocco becomes second country after Tunisia where post-Arab Spring elections end in win for Islamists.

Egypt: Protesters Reject New Prime Minister

More than 100,000 demonstrate in Cairo's Tahrir Square, rejecting the appointment of Mubarak's former prime minister.

Yemen Protesters Not Satisfied with Saleh Deal, Hit the Streets

The deal for Yemen's president to step down fell far short of the demands of protesters, who hit the streets again.

Former Mossad Head Yatom: Israel Can't Afford Not to Strike Iran

BESA think tank experts: "Who says protests against dictatorship must lead to democracy?", "US has no strategy", "No time left on Iran".

Expert Warns: Muslim Brotherhood Will Likely Take Power in Egypt

Professor Moshe Sharon from the Hebrew University warns: The Muslim Brotherhood is well organized. They'll likely win the elections.

Mubarak's Former PM to Head New Egyptian Cabinet

Egypt's ruling military council asks Kamal al-Ganzouri, who served as Prime Minister in the 1990s, to head the new cabinet.

Cairo: Journalist Alleges Brutalization by Police

Award winning Egyptian-American journalist Mona Eltahawy says police assaulted her brutally while she was detained.

Egypt Denies Using Nerve Gas on Protesters

Officials in Cairo denied reports security forces fired poisonous gas into crowds of protesters massed in Tahrir Square.

1 Dead in Bahrain as 'Arab Spring' Violence Returns

A man is dead in protests just hours before the Bahrain Independent Commission of Inquiry submits its report on the Arab Spring violence.

Expert: Muslim Brotherhood May Seize Power in Egypt

Middle East expert Dr. David Bukay: The Muslim Brotherhood is slowly taking over Egypt. That's dangerous for peace.

Bahrain's Opposition Dismisses State's Mea Culpa

Opposition leaders in Bahrain say the state's admitting "instances" of excessive force and mistreatment falls short of the truth.

Clashes Return to Cairo's Tahrir Square

At least one person is dead and more than 600 are wounded after protesters and police clashed Saturday in Cairo's Tahrir Square.

Copts Attacked in Cairo -- 10 Injured

Coptic marchers in Cairo were assaulted by supporters of Islamist candidates, who injured ten.

Kuwaiti Parliament Stormed, Emir Orders Calm Restored

Kuwait's ruler tells security forces to restore order after parliment was stormed by protesters -- opposition vows revenge if demands unmet.

Million Men to March in Cairo Against “Judaization” of Jerusalem

Hamas announced Thursday that the new rulers of Egypt have given their blessing to a “million man march" against “Judaization” of Jerusalem.

Report: 70% of Arab Youth Want to Leave Region

Arab League population experts warn 70% of Arab youth want to leave the Middle East to seek a better life elsewhere.

Tunisia: Islamist Party Big Electoral Winner

The Islamist Ennahda Party won 41% of the seats in Tunisia's first electoral contest since the country initiated the Arab Spring uprising.

Syria: 21 Dead as Crackdown Continues

Human activists say 21 dead, including an eight-year-old, as Assad's violent crackdown continues.

Tunisia's Islamist Party Promises to Welcome All Faiths

The leader of Tunisia’s newly-elected Islamist party: We'll keep the moderation and not exclude anyone.

Cairo's Junta Tightens its Stranglehold on Power

As Egypt rushes towards elections on November 28, Cairo's interim junta has moved to ensure its authority - and budget - are protected.

Syria Claims Deal on Crackdowns Reached with Arab League

Syria claims a deal to end government crackdowns on protesters has been reached with the Arab League.

Arab Spring May Help Iran and Backfire on Supportive West

The Arab Spring uprisings, warmly praised by President Obama, may work to Iran’s advantage, warns the Czech Prime Minister.

Islamist Party Claims Victory in Tunisia

A moderate Islamist party is claiming victory in Tunisia's first ever democratic election. Official results not yet known.

Yemeni President Vows to Resign in 'Coming Days'

Yemeni President Ali Abdullah Saleh announced Saturday in a televised speech to the nation that he will step down "in the coming days."

GCC Blasts Iran for Sowing Instability After Saudi Riots

The six Sunni monarchies of the GCC have blasted Shiite Persian Iran for its alleged involvement in riots in the Saudi province of Qatif.

Nobel Prize to Arab Spring?

Nobel Committee May Award Peace Prize Incentive to Arab Spring

As the Nobel Peace Prize tries to provide encouragement (witness the award to Obama in 2009) the Arab Spring is an odds on favorite.

Rebel Fighters Raise Ire, Concern in Tripoli

As Libya's new leaders appoint a new cabinet to rule the country, its fighters in Tripoli have raised concerns for the future.

Mideast: US Envoys Face Threats, Assaults

US envoy pelted with eggs and tomatoes before barricading himself in a Damascus residence; US envoy in Cairo threatened with violence.

Bahrain Gov't Forces Beat Women, Girls in Crackdown

At least 45 women and girls were arrested and allegedly beaten by Bahraini security forces on suspicion of creating anti-government dissent.

Moroccan Protesters Call to Boycott Elections

Thousands of people gathered in Casablanca, where they demonstrated against the government and threatened to boycott the upcoming elections.

Peres: Danger Afoot in New Year, But Also Opportunities

In his New Year's message released Thursday, President Shimon Peres exuded optimism and hope for a better 5772, despite risks.

MK Eldad: Abdullah Needs to Watch Out for His Seat - and Head

Instead of worrying about Israeli 'intransigence,' says MK Aryeh Eldad, King Abdullah should be worrying about his seat - and his head

Morocco Pro-Democracy Protests Resume

After a few months of silence, thousands of Moroccans take to the street and call for greater political reforms.

Middle East Expert: We're Not Afraid, We Are a Very Strong State

Professor Eyal Zisser speaks with Arutz Sheva about the fears of the Arab Spring and the major regional events affecting Israel today.

Al Qaeda Takes Credit for Arab Uprisings

Al Qaeda's new chief Ayman al-Zawahiri insists the terror movement deserves credit for the Arab Spring.

Mubarak Spymaster Testifies

Egypt's former intelligence chief Omar Sulaiman testified under a veil of secrecy in the ongoing trial of ousted president Hosni Mubarak.

Israeli Guards Rescued from Egyptian Embassy, Flown to Tel Aviv

"If this doesn't end well, please tell my parents in person", asked head of security before Egyptian commandos got them out of Embassy.

Yaalon: Israel Not on Brink of War

Vice premier Moshe Yaalon said Israel is not on the brink of war noting arab nations "have no time to deal with Israel."

US Defense Chief: ‘Arab Spring’ to Sweep Iran

It is only a matter of time before the Arab Spring overthrows the Iranian regime, according to US Defense Secretary Leon Panetta.

Top General Expects 'Islamic Winter'

IDF Home Front Command chief Maj. Gen. Eyal Eisenberg says the 'Arab Spring' may bring an 'Islamic Winter' - and War.

Six Injured in Mubarak Courtroom Brawl

At least six people were wounded in a courtroom brawl between lawyers Monday as the trial of Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak resumed.

Yemenite Jewish Refugees in Cairo Face Deportation

A group of 12 Jewish refugees who fled Yemen are being detained in Cairo and face deportation -- back to Yemen.

Khameini: West Can't 'Confiscate' Arab Spring

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khameini warned Arab nations the West is trying to confiscate the Arab Spring.

Hamas Douses Arab Spring, Arrests Leader Calling for Freedom

Hamas terrorists have arrested a Gaza youth leader who has been using Facebook and other social media to call for political freedom.

‘Pharaoh’ Mubarak on Trial in Stretcher

Hosni Mubarak arrives in court on a stretcher from a hospital to face the unthinkable – possible execution for a seemingly invincible ruler

Friday Protest: Islamists Call for Sharia Law in Egypt

Tahrir Square site of a Friday protest, this time of Muslim Brotherhood and Islamic Jihad members who call for Islamic law in Egypt.

Radical Islamists Trying to Take Over Temple Mount

Hizb ut-Tahrir organization rallies thousands on Temple Mount calling for Islamic Caliphate rule.

Yemen Opposition 'Knows Nothing' of Government Roadmap

Opposition leaders in Yemen say they know nothing about a government proposed roadmap; say no talks until Saleh goes.

New Syrian Law Allows Formation of Political Parties

Syrian cabinet passes law that would allow the formation of new political parties...so long as they pledge allegiance to Assad.

Assad 'Death Squads' Raid Homs

Assad 'Death Squads' Raid Homs

The Syrian regimes bloody crackdown continues in Homs where up to 50 people have been killed as gunman fire machine-guns in the streets.

How Iran Is Helping Assad Suppress Syria's "Arab Spring"

Damascus suppresses the protests against Assad with Iranian assistance, says expert, because Iran has a vested interest.

Jordan Under Fire for Bloody Violence against Journalists

Violent Jordan police beat up journalists covering a protest and may have inadvertently paved the way for a hot “Arab Spring” summer.

Day 7: Tahrir Square Revolution, Take 2

The latest round of protests in Cairo's Tahrir Square have entered a seventh day and are heating up – again.

Arab Spring: Doctors Tortured in Bahrain

Authorities who crushed the Gulf’s main uprising arrested and abused many Shiite doctors who treated the wounded.

Arab Spring: Singer who Called for Assad’s Ouster Killed

Syrian singer Ibrahim Qashoush wrote a song calling for Syrian President Assad's ouster. His body was later found in a river in Hama.

Arab Spring: Egypt Suspends Police Officers

In wake of new protests, Egypt's Prime Minister orders suspension of police officers accused of killing demonstrators during the revolution.