India-Pakistan Tensions Lead to Trophy-Less Cricket Final at Asia Cup

Months after a military conflict, a cricket tournament brought the Indian team three victories over its fiercest rival but few signs of an easing in bitterness.

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India-Pakistan Tensions Hit New Pitch With Cricket Snub

The Indian players refused to shake hands with their Pakistani opponents at the first meeting of the sides since the two countries exchanged hostilities this year.

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Thailand Ex-Premier Thaksin Shinawatra Abruptly Leaves Country

Mr. Thaksin flew to Dubai days before a verdict that could send him to prison. He said he would be back in time for the hearing.

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Want to Understand Russia? Visit Dubai.

It’s a key refuge for Moscow’s wealthy, including the record producer Iosif Prigozhin. He insists he still loves President Vladimir V. Putin, no matter what you’ve heard.

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Gulf States Lead Push to Invest in New Syria

The fall of the Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad has opened a window for wealthy Gulf countries to expand their influence as the sway of Iran diminishes.

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Conquering Soccer and Arming Warlords

The Emirati vice president is best known as the owner of a top English soccer team. Behind the scenes, he has been described as the “handler” guiding his country’s secret foreign wars.

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How Qatar Helped Broker the Israel-Iran Cease-Fire

In public, Qatar was insisting on the right to defend itself after Iran attacked a U.S. military site in the emirate. Behind the scenes, it was already mediating a truce between Israel and Iran.

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Airspace closures snarl travel to the Middle East.

Nearly half of all Qatar Airways flights were canceled on Tuesday, causing headaches and confusion around the world.

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Former Interpol Official Detained for Role in ‘Big Carousel’ of Corruption

The official led a powerful and highly sensitive commission at Interpol’s headquarters in Lyon, France.

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