Saudi delegation walks out of Arab League meeting after Iraqi minister's comments The minister said, "Hashd Shaabi and Hezbollah have preserved the dignity of the Arabs, and those who call them terrorists are the terrorists."
US considers ways to keep two-state solution alive Experts warn prevailing deadlock could lead to another conflict
Tunisia fights palm-killing bugs threatening its date export Originally from Asia, the red palm weevil was first spotted three years ago in the north of Tunis after infested ornamental palms were imported into the country, according to experts.
Shaikh Mohammed attends military exercise in Saudi Shaikh Mohammed praised the expertise of the troops who participated in the air, land and sea exercises.
Leaked documents 'identify 22,000 Daesh militants': Reports The information, which some experts said would deal a blow to Daesh, was reportedly included in forms featuring 23 questions which new recruits had to fill out in order to be accepted into the group.
22-member Arab League to elect new chief at critical time The vote comes at a critical time for the Mideast.
Five Iranians, Afghans drown trying to reach Greece from Turkey The Turkish Coast Guard rescued nine people after they called for help late on Wednesday and recovered five bodies, it said.
24-hour jail for using cell phone while driving in Saudi Arabia Motorists caught using their phones while driving would be jailed for 24 hours, and have their licenses suspended for traveling over 160 kmph on roads.
Daesh leader likely killed in Syria raid Shishani, a Georgian, was group's equivalent to 'secretary of defence'