Iran admitted to supplying drones to Russia. But it says it sent a small number, that too before the war began.

The West Asia Post | Iran says it supplied drones to Russia

A drone struck a convoy near the Syria-Iraq border. The convoy was carrying fuel from Iran. Iran says it was destined for Lebanon.

The West Asia Post | Unknown drone attacks fuel convoy in Syria

Exclusive ground report from Beirut. Lebanon is suffering through an economic crisis since 2019. The people are trying their best to make it through the dire situation.

The West Asia Post | Beirut's people try and make ends meet

A comment by a Qatari World Cup ambassador sparked a row. LGBTQ+ fans are worried about their safety in the host nation, where homosexuality is punishable by death.

The West Asia Post | LGBTQ+ football fans worried about safety in Qatar

Saudi Arabia celebrates Halloween. Revellers in costume walk down Riyadh's boulevard. Ghadi Francis tells you more on The West Asia Post.

The West Asia Post | Saudi Arabia celebrates Halloween

Lebanon is without a president and has a caretaker cabinet. What does this mean for the nation? Ghadi Francis tells you more on The West Asia Post.

The West Asia Post | Explainer of Lebanon's political crisis

Saudi Arabia has shared information with the U.S. about a possible Iranian attack on Saudi oil production facilities. Ghadi Francis tells you more on The West Asia Post.

The West Asia Post | U.S. concerned about threat of Iranian attack on Saudi Arabia

Protests continue in Iran despite an ultimatum by the commander of Iran's revolutionary guard. Ghadi Francis tells you more on The West Asia Post.

The West Asia Post | Iran's protests show no sign of dying down

Benjamin Netanyahu is set to return as Israel's Prime Minister. He's expected to head the most right-wing government in Israel's history. Ghadi Francis tells you more on The West Asia Post.

The West Asia Post | Netanyahu to head Israel's most right-wing government?

The olive harvest is underway in West Asian nations. A bumper harvest is expected this year. Ghadi Francis tells you more on #TheWestAsiaPost

The West Asia Post | Olive Harvest underway in West Asia

Climate change is a pressing concern for the health of the planet. However, people worldwide appear to have become less concerned about its effect. Globally, the number of people thinking climate change posed a “very serious threat" to their country stood at 48.

People less concerned about climate change than before, shows survey

The long reign of Queen Elizabeth II saw large parts of the world cast off London's rule, but even after her death, a handful of British-installed monarchies still endure in West Asia. On The West Asia Post, Ghadi Francis tells you about the Queen's mixed legacy in the region.

The West Asia Post | How Britain's power in West Asia crumbled under Queen Elizabeth II

West Asia and Eastern Mediterranean are heating twice as fast as the global average, according to a new study conducted under the aegis of The Cyprus Institute’s Climate and Atmosphere Research Center and the Max Planck Institute for Chemistry.

West Asia, East Mediterranean heating twice as fast as the global average: Study

In April, a man in Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province set his family home on fire before iftar, the meal that breaks the Ramadan fast, causing a gory drug-induced killing that gripped the nation's media.

Is Saudi Arabia becoming the drug capital of the Middle East?

In 2022, Saudi Arabia is expected to have the fastest-growing economy, surpassing other faltering Western European and North American countries as well as Asian heavyweights China and India.

Saudi Arabia to be the world's fastest-growing economy in 2022; GDP to rise by 7.5%: Report

The Gaza Strip's ruling Hamas movement declared on Sunday that it had executed five Palestinians, two of whom were accused of "collaboration" with Israel. “On Sunday morning, the death sentence was carried out against two condemned over collaboration with the occupation (Israel), and three others in criminal cases,” Hamas said in a statement.

Hamas executes five Palestinians of Gaza, accusing them of murder, supporting Israel

China has gained a major foothold in oil-rich Iraq, shaking up Western domination in fields from energy to construction, even as some warn that infrastructure projects could leave Baghdad in debt. Ghadi Francis tells you more on The West Asia Post.

The West Asia Post | China cements influence in Iraq through oil & infrastructure

Israel and Turkey announced the resumption of full diplomatic ties, following years of strained relations between the West Asian nations. Molly Gambhir tells you more.

WION Fineprint: Israel, Turkey to restore full diplomatic ties

After a visit to West Asia, Russian President Vladimir Putin sends his Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov to Africa, hoping to turn hunger and social strife across the continent to Moscow's advantage. And Russia, could possibly find a receptive audience.

WION Fineprint: Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov visits Africa to strengthen ties

On July 14, 2022, the heads of government of India, Israel, United Arab Emirates (UAE), and the United States of America met at the first leader’s summit of the I2U2 group.

I2U2: A continuation of India's 'Look West' policy

Russian President Vladimir Putin has won Iran's support for his invasion into Ukraine. Russia and Iran have also signed a $40 billion energy pact. How will the Russia-Iran relationship change West Asia? Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Putin scores a big win against America

Vladimir Putin visited Iran for his second foreign trip since the war broke out in Ukraine. The Russian president is expected to discuss the Syrian war, western sanctions and arms trade with the leaders of Iran and Turkey. Palki Sharma decodes Putin's objectives in West Asia.

Gravitas: Putin visits Iran as Ukraine war intensifies

Gulf states refused to increase oil production despite a nudge from US President Joe Biden. Oil prices topped $100 per barrel after the snub by Saudi Arabia and its gulf allies. Palki Sharma recaps Biden's West Asia misfire.

Gravitas: Oil rises after Biden's West Asia trip

U.S. President Joe Biden failed to secure commitments to a regional security axis in Middle East that would include Israel or an immediate oil output rise. Biden has returned to Washington from his four-day visit to West Asia.

Biden West Asia Tour: US President Joe Biden leaves West Asia empty-handed

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