The Latest Breaking News from the Middle East

Lufthansa suspends flights to Tehran; Iran vows retaliation against Israel. Tensions rise in the Middle East.

The prime minister has dismissed "nasty negativity" in response to his government's comments on formal recognition of a Palestinian state.

Medal of Honor recipient David Bellavia criticizes President Biden's foreign policy in the Middle East, highlighting threats to Israel and America.

By seemingly giving carte blanche to Israel, the EU has sacrificed hard-won credibility with civil society in Africa, Asia and the Middle East, says Shada Islam, a Brussels-based commentator

Penny Wong has sparked an angry reaction from the opposition after making a speech about Palestinian statehood, but has the prime minister's backing.

A two-state solution is the "only hope of breaking the endless cycle of violence" in the Middle East, Foreign Minister Penny Wong says.

Tensions escalate in the Middle East as Iran accuses the US of enabling an Israeli strike on its consulate in Syria, leading to casualties and threats of r...

Pope Francis meets with relatives of Hamas hostages, advocating for their release and humanitarian aid in the Middle East conflict.

May WTI crude oil (CLK24 ) on Monday closed down -0.48 (-0.55%), and May RBOB gasoline (RBK24 ) closed down -4.00 (-1.42%). Crude and gasoline prices Monday posted moderate losses as geopolitical risks in the Middle East eased slightly after Israel said it would remove some of its troops from...

May WTI crude oil (CLK24 ) this morning is down -0.91 (-1.05%), and May RBOB gasoline (RBK24 ) is down -3.95 (-1.42%). Crude and gasoline prices this morning are moderately lower as geopolitical risks in the Middle East eased slightly after Israel said it would remove some of its troops...

Oil prices dropped 2% as Middle East tensions eased, influenced by global demand concerns and diplomatic efforts.