Israelis, Palestinians brace for more violence after settler rampageViolence continues to escalate in the West Bank with a settler-led rampage and multiple shootings.
Palestinian gunman critically wounds Israeli in new violenceThe shooting of the 25-year-old man took place at a junction near the Palestinian town of Jericho.
Saudi Arabia commits $400 million in aid to UkraineUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called the aid package evidence of support in the face of opposition from Russia.
New earthquake hits Turkey, toppling more buildings; 1 killedOne died and dozens were injured when a 5.6 magnitude quake shook southern Turkey three weeks after a catastrophic temblor devastated the region.
2 Israelis killed as Israeli, Palestinian officials meetThe shooting cast a shadow over a high-level meeting between Palestinian and Israeli delegations meant to reduce surging violence.
10 Palestinians killed, scores hurt in Israel West Bank raidThe Israeli military said armed men "shot heavily" at their forces, which responded with live fire. Video footage appears to contradict that story.
Death toll rises to 8 from new Turkey-Syria earthquakeMonday's 6.4-magnitude earthquake struck two weeks after a more powerful temblor killed nearly 45,000 people in the region.
Another earthquake rattles Turkey, Syria, weeks after deadly temblorThe 6.4 magnitude tremor was centered about 120 miles southwest of the Feb. 6 earthquake that killed around 45,000 people.
Ghana soccer player Christian Atsu dies in Turkey earthquakeSearch teams recovered Atsu's body in the ruins of a luxury 12-story building where he had been living in the city of Antakya, Hatay province.
Gunmen storm hospital of newborn saved from quake in SyriaThe gunmen told officers protecting the girl that they were going after the hospital director for firing their friend, and not there for the baby.
Rescuers find more people alive in Turkey, more aid reaches SyriaPolitics weighed on efforts to rush in aid, as many survivors still waiting for tents slept outside in freezing weather.
Ex-minister Christoulides wins Cyprus presidential electionNikos Christodoulides campaigned as a unifying force for ethnically divided Cyprus, eschewing ideological and party divisions.
Relative of baby born in Turkey-Syria earthquake rubble comes forwardThe relative was found after offers poured in to adopt the baby.
Turkey detains building contractors as quake deaths pass 33KEven though Turkey has, on paper, construction codes that meet current earthquake-engineering standards, they are too rarely enforced.
Survivors still being found as quake death toll tops 25,000Even though experts say trapped people can live for a week or more, the odds of finding more survivors were quickly waning amid freezing temperatures.
Israeli police: 2 killed, 5 wounded in suspected car-rammingThe Islamic militant groups Palestinian Islamic Jihad and Hamas praised the suspected attack but did not immediately claim responsibility.
Baby in Turkey rescued from rubble 68 hours after earthquakeThe baby named Helen was rescued nearly three days after the initial earthquake hit Turkey and Syria Monday morning.
Survivors of Turkey, Syria earthquake struggle to stay warm, fedWhile stories of miraculous rescues buoyed spirits, the grim reality of the hardship facing tens of thousands who survived the disaster cast a pall.
A Syrian American couple helps with aid after deadly earthquakeA Syrian American couple are now leading relief efforts in the aftermath of one of the deadliest earthquakes of the century.
Iran singer who faces prison wins Grammy for protest anthemShervin Hajipour appeared stunned after hearing Jill Biden announce he'd won the Grammy's new song for social change special merit award for "Baraye."
Deadly earthquake exacerbates suffering of displaced SyriansThe deadly 7.8 magnitude earthquake that struck Turkey near the Syrian border has hit hard in areas that house millions of war-displaced Syrians.
Israel's new government sparks concern for the future of its democracyFar-right changes to Israel's government have some experts and citizens concerned for the future rule of law in the country.
Blinken meets with Netanyahu amid Israeli-Palestinian violenceSecretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Israel during a "pivotal moment" in Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Suicide bomber kills 47, wounds over 150 at Pakistan mosqueThe Pakistani Taliban, also known as Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan or TTP, claimed responsibility for the attack in the northwestern city of Peshawar.
Understanding Iran's ongoing protestsMass demonstrations have triggered the biggest challenge to the Islamic Republic of Iran in decades.
Israel, Gaza fighters trade fire after deadly West Bank raidThe flare-up in violence casts a shadow on U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken's expected trip to the region next week.
Israeli extremist group takes root in US with fundraising bidAn investigation by AP and the watchdog group Shomrim found that money raised through a U.S. nonprofit has gone to convicted Israeli extremists.
Afghan women athletes barred from play, fear Taliban threatsAfghan female athletes say Taliban rulers have not just banned all sports for women and girls, they have actively harassed those who once played.
Alabama Woman Who Joined IS Hopes To Return From Syria CampHoda Muthana said she was brainwashed by online traffickers into joining the Islamic State in 2014 and regrets everything except her young son.
Iran Executes 2 More Men Detained Amid Nationwide ProtestsThis brings the total to four men that have been executed since the demonstrations began in September over the death of Mahsa Amini.
