Middle East News

Will Myanmar’s military leaders keep promise to hold election?
Six months after the coup, army generals declare 'caretaker government' and pledge to hold election in 2023.
US Senate pushes ahead with $1 trillion infrastructure bill
The largest US infrastructure investment in decades, the bill's passage would be a key victory for President Joe Biden.
Hog heaven: China builds pig hotels for better biosecurity
Chinese companies are building high-rise 'hog hotels' to prevent outbreaks of swine fever.
Calls rise to extend US eviction ban amid spread of Delta variant
Housing advocates expect a wave of evictions to build over the coming weeks, hurting Black and Hispanic Americans more.
Israeli court adjourns appeal against Sheikh Jarrah expulsions
Palestinian families reject court proposal to stay in homes as 'protected tenants' if they recognise Israeli ownership.

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UK and Iran summon diplomats after tanker attack
Two people were killed in the attack on an oil tanker, which the UK, US and Israel blame on Iran.
Sheikh Jarrah: Palestinians offered way out from evictions
Judges come up with a plan to end a long-running saga which has fuelled Israel-Palestinian tensions.
Tanker attack: UK and US blame Iran for deadly ship attack
The UK accuses Tehran of violating international law, while Iran calls the accusations "baseless".
Iran water: What's causing the shortages?
Iranian officials have warned of historic drought while experts blame years of poor water management.
Tokyo Olympics: 'Can we have two golds?' – high jumpers share win
An incredible Olympic high jump final ended with both Qatar's Mutaz Essa Barshim and Italy's Gianmarco Tamberi taking gold medals.