Former Israeli PMs Netanyahu and Olmert face off in court in libel case
Craig TaylorBenjamin Netanyahu and his family are suing Ehud Olmert for claiming that they were mentally ill. BBC News – Middle East
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Basmah bint Saud: Saudi princess released from jail after almost three years
Princess Basma bint Saud and her daughter were held without charge for almost three years. BBC News – Middle East
Instagram blocked hashtag in memory of Iran plane crash victims
The social media giant says it did so by mistake, as families tried to memorialise the 176 victims. BBC News – Middle East
Dakar Rally: France opens terrorism probe into Saudi Arabia blast
The explosion in Saudi Arabia last week badly wounded French rally driver Philippe Boutron. BBC News – Middle East
Two arrested in Egypt after teenage girl’s suicide sparks outrage
Basant Khaled, 17, took her own life in Egypt after allegedly being blackmailed with faked images. BBC News – Middle East
Israeli photographer captures unique bird spoon image
Wildlife photographer Albert Keshet said it was one of the most amazing pictures he had ever taken. BBC News – Middle East