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12 February 2026
Opinion 12-02-2026 | 13:31
The formalities surrounding the seventh Trump–Netanyahu meeting in a year suggest that the U.S. president does not want to tie his Iran agenda entirely to Israel’s. 
Opinion 12-02-2026 | 13:03
If Hezbollah truly values Lebanon, it must put the state first, gradually integrate into its institutions, and step into a new phase that finally asserts the country’s authority across its territory.
Opinion 12-02-2026 | 12:48
After 25 years of nuclear negotiations, the cards are laid bare. Between U.S. pressure, Israeli demands, and Iran’s strategic resilience, the region teeters on the edge of confrontation - or cautious compromise.
Opinion 12-02-2026 | 12:36
From civil war to ISIS, and from U.S. ally to Iranian proxy, al-Maliki’s political rise and fall reveal the high-stakes struggle shaping Iraq’s future - and why the American-backed state still endures.
Business Tech 12-02-2026 | 11:07
In this exclusive interview with Annahar, Naim Yazbeck, President of Microsoft Middle East & Africa, outlines the three factors that will determine whether AI investments translate into real economic impact: trust, infrastructure, and skills.
Middle East 12-02-2026 | 03:31
The slow rise in the number of dead from the demonstrations adds to the overall tensions facing Iran, both inside the country and abroad, as it tries to negotiate with the United States over its nuclear program.
Middle East 10-02-2026 | 15:31
Satellite images reveal Tehran is reinforcing its underground nuclear facility, likely to protect against potential U.S. or Israeli airstrikes and ground raids.
Middle East 10-02-2026 | 14:09
Night operation included an airstrike and a ground incursion months after a deadly clash with militants.
North Africa 10-02-2026 | 13:38
His assassination has left open questions about justice, political legitimacy, and whether any figure can fill the symbolic void he leaves behind.
Opinion 10-02-2026 | 13:29
Exploring why intellectual rigidity, not religion or politics alone, drives shifts from secular or leftist thought to religious fanaticism in the Arab world. 

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Opinion 12-02-2026 | 13:15
Sanctioned associations and rogue financial companies threaten stability, calling for urgent government intervention.
Opinion 12-02-2026 | 12:07
The meeting between Condoleezza Rice and Muammar Gaddafi remains just one episode in the vast sea of anecdotes from Abdul Rahman Shalgam’s memoirs, a glimpse into an era brimming with eccentricity, tension, and unforgettable moments of diplomacy.
Middle East 10-02-2026 | 15:52
Military says suspects trained for sabotage and kept contact via social media and gaming apps
Opinion 10-02-2026 | 12:58
Years of tension give way to cautious coordination, as Ankara and Cairo balance ideology, security concerns, and regional influence.
Wellbeing & longevity 09-02-2026 | 16:31
Discover how warming your extremities can help you fall asleep faster, sleep more deeply, and improve overall sleep quality.
Opinion 09-02-2026 | 13:55
From Tehran to Beirut and beyond, uncover how the Guard’s Quds Force projected Iran’s influence across borders, shaping wars, politics, and regional alliances.
GCC 12-02-2026 | 13:23
Over the past 24 hours, the hospital received six patients with various medical conditions and injuries, in addition to their companions, bringing the total number of cases admitted to 22 in less than a week.
Lebanon 12-02-2026 | 11:24
Amid regional tensions and economic challenges, Germany’s historic role in Lebanon raises questions about diplomacy, security, and possible humanitarian initiatives. 
Middle East 12-02-2026 | 10:26
Israel continues to violate the 1974 disengagement agreement by advancing into southern Syria, conducting raids and arrests, and leveling land, the report said.

Opinion

Opinion 12-02-2026 | 13:31
The formalities surrounding the seventh Trump–Netanyahu meeting in a year suggest that the U.S. president does not want to tie his Iran agenda entirely to Israel’s. 
Opinion 12-02-2026 | 13:15
Sanctioned associations and rogue financial companies threaten stability, calling for urgent government intervention.
Opinion 12-02-2026 | 13:03
If Hezbollah truly values Lebanon, it must put the state first, gradually integrate into its institutions, and step into a new phase that finally asserts the country’s authority across its territory.
Opinion 12-02-2026 | 12:48
After 25 years of nuclear negotiations, the cards are laid bare. Between U.S. pressure, Israeli demands, and Iran’s strategic resilience, the region teeters on the edge of confrontation - or cautious compromise.
Opinion 12-02-2026 | 12:36
From civil war to ISIS, and from U.S. ally to Iranian proxy, al-Maliki’s political rise and fall reveal the high-stakes struggle shaping Iraq’s future - and why the American-backed state still endures.
Art 09-02-2026 | 16:33
Blending historical recordings and live performance, the Egyptian artist explores music, rituals, and stories from cultures around the world.
Wellbeing & longevity 09-02-2026 | 16:31
Discover how warming your extremities can help you fall asleep faster, sleep more deeply, and improve overall sleep quality.
Wellbeing & longevity 09-02-2026 | 16:21
Learn how simple lifestyle choices—exercise, diet, sleep, and social interaction—can slow cognitive decline and keep your mind active for years to come.
Lifestyle 06-02-2026 | 15:05
Is blocking social media a form of protection, or does mindful guidance offer a healthier path for children and adolescents in the digital age?
Sport 10-02-2026 | 13:51
British Crown Prince meets female football players in Riyadh and travels to AlUla as royal ties between London and Riyadh continue to deepen.
Sport 09-02-2026 | 16:30
With gyms destroyed and resources scarce, Palestinian children train amid tents and rubble, finding strength, discipline, and hope in the midst of war.
Football 06-02-2026 | 17:03
Real Madrid’s K5 masks track players’ endurance and aerobic capacity in real time, bringing high-tech training straight to the pitch.
Region 03-02-2026 | 14:15
Amini joins other athletes in standing against human rights abuses, refusing to wear the national jersey as tensions rise between Iran’s sports community and the regime. 
Sport 02-02-2026 | 14:45
A Ring and Sela-sponsored event this weekend registered the highest attendance for a boxing match in the modern history of Madison Square Garden.