What changed one Iranian woman's mind on the protests in her country
Like many in Iran, one woman describes how she never thought of taking part in protests until now - despite the intensifying government crackdown.
Middle East
Israelis react to news that the former prime minister could take power again
Israelis react sharply — both positively and negatively — to news that former Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, with a far-right government, could be in a position to take power again.
With most votes now counted, Netanyahu seems poised to return as Israel's leader
"We are on the cusp of a very big victory," Benjamin Netanyahu told supporters. He has partnered with the far-right and vowed to impose tougher law enforcement on Palestinians.
Iran to hold trials for protesters arrested in demonstrations that began last month
The Iranian government is promising swift and harsh action against the more than 1,000 protesters arrested since demonstrations began last month.
After Israel's election, polls point to a close race that could bring Netanyahu back
In the fifth election in 3 1/2 years, former Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has partnered with fringe elements of Israel's far right to try to unseat centrist Prime Minister Yair Lapid.
Qatar gives fans all-expenses-paid trips to sing at the World Cup ceremony
Up to 1,600 fans of qualifying teams will be put up for at least two weeks to join the opening ceremony and promote positive social media content about the soccer tournament and the host nation.
Netanyahu eyes a comeback as Israel votes in fifth election in four years
Israelis go to the polls today in their fifth election in less than four years.
Morning news brief
David DePape makes his first court appearance after attacking Nancy Pelosi's husband. Russia sends more missiles to Ukraine. And, Israel has another election and Netanyahu guns for a comeback.
Palestinian citizens of Israel gauge their status ahead of election
Palestinian citizens of Israel gauge their status as the country heads toward another election.
An intense global scramble is on to keep Ukraine grain deal alive, as Russia pulls out
Countries are scrambling to salvage a deal allowing Ukraine to export grain, after Russia said it pulled out indefinitely, a decision that risks worsening global hunger.