Middle East News
A look at two Middle Eastern countries in the news lately: Syria and Iran.
Posts Tagged ‘Middle East’
Soccer Riots in Egypt
With no police present, at least 74 people were killed in the violence after a soccer match in Egypt.
U.S. Robot Planes Kill People from the Skies
The practice of the U.S. military using unmanned planes to kill people in other countries is controversial and may be illegal.
Meet Yasemin A Bedouin From Egypt
Meet Yasemin, age 10, who sells string bracelets on the beach during her summer vacation.
Letters to the Editor
Fifth graders at P.S. 24 in Sunset Park, Brooklyn, New York respond to articles about migration, school lunches, environmental justice and developments in the Middle East and North Africa.
Someday, You Could Be a: Foreign Correspondent, Just Like Sharif Abdel Kouddous
Learn about the exciting life of a Middle East correspondent.
Turmoil in Middle East and North Africa
An update on a few of the people’s rebellions taking place in the Middle East and North Africa.
Revolution Takes Shape: People Demand Change in Middle East and North Africa
The spirit of revolution is spreading through many countries in the Middle East and North Africa. Take a look at four places where grassroots action is helping to bring about major change.
Kids Take Part In Egypt’s Revolution
After 18 days of major daily protests, and plenty of police violence against demonstrators, Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak resigned on February 11. These Egyptian kids explain how they took part, and share their hopes for Egypt’s future.
Egyptians Rejoice After Forcing President Out
After more than 18 days of gathering in the streets, the Egyptian people were victorious: on Friday, February 11, Egyptian President Mubarak was forced out.
