Arab Spring

The “Arab Spring” which became an “Islamic Winter”

It was neither a People's Spring as in 1848 nor a Prague Spring as in 1968. It was only the beginning of an Islamic winter. Op-ed.

The Arab Spring created a consensus against Middle East interventions

The neo-conservative dream of spreading democracy is dead. But Israel & America are largely content with undemocratic Arab allies. Opinion.

Obama reflects on Arab Spring in new memoir

Obama on why he called Egyptian President to step down while not pressuring Bahrain: I had to constantly balance competing interests.

Analysis: Has the real Arab Spring now finally begun?

Sudan, Morocco, and Arab nations signal desire for closer ties with Israel which were unthinkable just a few years ago.

From 10000 to 900 Christians: The Arab Spring

The end of the democratic dream

ANALYSIS: Will Middle East turmoil finally reach Jordan?

Is Jordan about to become a victim of the misnamed "Arab Spring?"

Revisiting a day in history: The Arab Spring

6 years ago today marks the march to Tahrir square in Cairo, sparking what is now known as the Arab Spring.

Understanding the Middle East chaos at its core

The Sykes-Picot borders are collapsing due to a failed Western policy

Violence and terror in the Islamic religious war against the Jews

Hamas: 'Zionism is in Trouble'

Zionism “is in trouble,” the leadership of Hamas opined Sunday, as it gave its own evaluation of Operation Protective Edge.

Former Diplomat 'Wouldn't Buy Used Car from Obama'

Former Israeli diplomat Yoram Ettinger said that President Barack Obama has been dead wrong on every Middle East issue during his term.

Obama Invites New Tunisian President to Washington

Obama calls Tunisia's newly elected president, hails the "spirit of peaceful compromise" Tunisians displayed during transition.

Former Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak Acquitted

Mubarak, 86, cleared of corruption and murder charges over 'Arab Spring' deaths; protests erupt in Cairo over verdict.

Tunisia's Presidential Election Headed for Run-Off

The two candidates in Tunisia's presidential election say initial tallies show they had passed to a second round run-off next month.

Islamists Concede Defeat in Tunisia Elections

Tunisia's Ennahda party, which won the 2011 elections, concedes defeat to its main secular rival.

Campaigning Under Way for Tunisian Elections

Campaigning officially under way for the October 26 parliamentary polls which Tunisians hope will bring stability.

From Arab Spring to Islamic Winter - to Chaos

Analysts sum up how the Middle East has gotten worse - and what Israel should do about it.

Verdict in Mubarak's Trial Postponed

Egyptian court postpones a verdict in the retrial of former President on charges of corruption and killing protesters.

Tunisian Islamists Won't Take Part in Election

Tunisia’s main Islamist party, Ennahda, says it will not contest a presidential election in November.

Sheik Claims Arab Spring is a 'Western Plot'

Egyptian sheik claims in television interview that the Arab Spring was a Western plot to divide the Arab world into multiple fragments.

Hosni Mubarak Sentenced to Three Years in Prison

Former Egyptian president, as well as two sons, found guilty of embezzlement.

Egypt: Simpsons Episode Proves War is a Conspiracy

Egyptian television channel cites a scene from "The Simpsons" as proof that the United States caused the Arab Spring revolutions.

Egypt Policemen Given 10 Years for Killing Blogger

Two Egyptian policemen given 10 years in jail for the killing of a blogger whose death rallied protesters in the 2011 revolt.

Egyptian Play Blames Mossad for Arab Spring

Anti-Semitic play which aired on Egyptian television shows "hareidi Mossad agents" preparing "to control the whole world".

Iran: 'Enemies of Islam Conspiring Against Us'

Iranian speaker of parliament gives interview in Tunisian media claiming West, Israel 'conspiring' against Muslims.

Tunisia Approves New Constitution

Tunisia's national assembly approves new constitution, three years after the overthrow of ruler Zine el-Abidine Ben Ali.

Tunisia's Islamist Prime Minister Resigns

Tunisia's Prime Minister resigns as part of a plan to end months of political deadlock.

Tunisian Parties Choose Interim Leader

Tunisia's political parties choose Industry Minister Mehdi Jomaa to head an interim government of independent figures.

Jordanians Protest, Demand Security

In the latest "Arab Spring"-style protests in the Hashemite kingdom, demonstrators across the country call for security and safety.

Tunisian Rapper Jailed For 'Insulting Police'

'Weld El 15' went on run in August after 21-month sentence without trial, now turns self in and sentenced 4-months.

Man Sets Himself on Fire in Tunisia's Capital

Man sets himself on fire outside a government building in Tunis, in an incident reminiscent of one which set off the Arab Spring.

‘Arab Spring’ to Cost $800 Billion

Middle Eastern economies to lose an estimated $800 billion due to instability.

Tunisian Deal Brings an End to Islamist Gov't

Tunisia's political rivals have agreed on a timetable for the Islamist coalition to quit and be replaced by a government of independents.

The "Non-Arab Spring"?

Farkash: Not an 'Arab Spring,' an 'Arab Tsunami'

The “Arab Spring” has turned into an “Arab Tsunami,” said former head of military intelligence, Aharon-Ze'evi Farkash.

Tunisia: Tens of Thousands Protest Islamist Govt.

Largest protest in weeks as tens of thousands call for the Islamist-led government to step down.

MK: When it Comes to Egypt, Israel Must Stay Out

MK praises Netanyahu for non-involvement in Arab struggles. ‘Israel must not have anything to do with it.’

Tunisian Opposition Attracting More Protesters

The Islamist party which rules Tunisia is losing the battle on the streets, as it attracts fewer and fewer protesters.