Israel: ‘Gay conversion’ therapy ban bill passed by MPs
Craig TaylorIt becomes the first country in the Middle East to take steps to outlaw the controversial practice. BBC News – Middle East
Middle East
Controversial Nile dam reaches key milestone
The mega dam has been a source of huge diplomatic tension with Egypt and Sudan for almost a decade. BBC News – Middle East
Gaza’s disturbing cases of suicides
Dozens of people have taken their own lives in the embattled Palestinian territory so far this year. BBC News – Middle East
Iran halts execution of three protesters after online campaign
It comes after a hashtag against their execution was used millions of times online. BBC News – Middle East
Iran sends black box of Ukrainian plane to France
Iran says the plane, which had 176 people on board, was mistaken for a cruise missile. BBC News – Middle East
Tauqir Sharif: British-born aid worker faces trial by Syria jihadists
Tauqir Sharif is accused of funding “projects that incite division” in opposition-held Idlib. BBC News – Middle East