Middle East

Turkey

The Turkish election result could send a message to the world

Ece Temelkuran, Turkey's "most-read political columnist", says the election is sending an important message to the EU and the rest of the world.

25/06/2018

Turkey

Key takeaways from Erdogan's victory speech

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan addressed his supporters gathered in front of AKP headquarters in Ankara, Turkey. Here are the key takeaways from his speech.

25/06/2018

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Saudi psychologist drives herself to work for first time in 21-year career as ban lifted

Driving through morning rush hour and stopping for coffee and fuel, Ghamdi braved the traffic of Jeddah for the first time in her life.

24/06/2018

Turkey

Turkish election

A win for the ruling AK Party would see significant extra powers handed to President Erdogan

24/06/2018

Turkey

Voting officially ends in Turkish presidential, parliamentary election

Turkish citizens voted today for a new president and parliament, with more than 56 million people registered to vote at 180,000 ballot boxes across the country.

24/06/2018

Saudi Arabia

Saudi women are officially allowed to get behind the wheel

Saudi women are officially allowed to get behind the wheel, after a decades-old driving ban was lifted.

24/06/2018

Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia's ban on women driving ends

As from midnight on Saturday in Saudi Arabia women are officially allowed to drive

23/06/2018

Yemen

Yemen hospitals under pressure

The fighting around the Houthi-controlled port has claimed at least 280 lives

23/06/2018

Turkey

Massive crowds at final rallies before Turkish election

Final rallies have been held as Turkey prepares for landmark presidential and parliamentary elections on Sunday.

22/06/2018

World

The art of self-expression: Dance, fashion & literature

What do words on a page, expressive movement, and fashion all have in common? In the Middle East, they’re being used to connect people in society in differing ways.

22/06/2018

Turkey

Turkey's presidential candidates

Turkey's presidential candidates

22/06/2018

Syria

Syrian group dances around Latakia's streets to revive city

The group wants to revive the Syrian city's spirit.

22/06/2018

Israel

Israeli prime minister's wife charged with fraud

Sara Netanyahu is charged with misuse of state funds and breach of trust

21/06/2018

Turkey

Turkey's election system explained

Turkey's double election is about much more than who runs the country.

21/06/2018

Europe News

Syrian refugee who risked his life to teach dance

Ahmad defied Islamic State militants' threats to kill him if he did not stop teaching children dance

21/06/2018

Yemen

Arab coalition claims it has seized Hodeidah airport

Fighting intensifies around strategic port in Yemen

20/06/2018

Turkey

Explained: Turkey's unprecedented snap elections

For the first time ever, parliamentary and presidential elections are being held on the same day. Under the new system there will no longer be a prime minister, nor will there be cabinet ministers who answer to parliament.

20/06/2018

Syria

Syria accused of war crimes in Eastern Ghouta

Rebels also condemned in United Nations report

20/06/2018

Israel

Bill seeks to ban filming of Israeli soldiers in action

Watch the video to see five examples of when video footage has provoked condemnation or convictions of Israelis or Palestinians.

18/06/2018

Yemen

No let-up in fighting for Hodeida as UN attempts to negotiate control

UN says negotiations are "well advanced" with Houthis to take over main entry point for humanitarian aid.

17/06/2018

Yemen

United Nations says Yemen battle could trigger famine

Yemenis headed for Eid al-Fitr prayers on Friday, June 15, amid heavy security as the outskirts of country's main port city saw a battle the United Nations fears could trigger a famine imperilling millions of lives.

16/06/2018

World

MENA women in sports are levelling the playing field

Women in the Middle East and North Africa are hurdling over stereotypes in sports. Inspire Middle East met up with four women from different countries in the region to see up close and personal how they are redefining what it means to be an Arab sportswoman.

15/06/2018

Turkey

Turkey: Erdogan facing a tough election

That's according to recent polls. It comes as the lira has plunged in value and with soaring inflation, it makes it very difficult for the 64 year old for the first time in his 15 years leading the country

15/06/2018

Yemen

Britain calls UN Security Council meeting over Yemen

Fears over massive civilian casualties, and a breakdown in aid supplies if latest Arab coalition offensive against Houthis' main port goes unchecked.

14/06/2018

Yemen

Aid agencies sound warning as Arab alliance begins assault on Hodeida

Massive loss of life feared if ground offensive goes ahead, with the port the main point of entry for aid for the entire country.

13/06/2018

Egypt

World Cup 2018: Meet Egyptian superfan Muhammad Ibn Nufal

They can travel thousands of kilometres and spend up to the thousands in euros, all to support their teams. Euronews chatted with an Egyptian superfan who is rooting for his team.

12/06/2018