An ancient rivalry takes on modern dimensions in the stories of Turkey and Iran.

Turkish artillery and drone strikes against Kurdish forces are spiking in Syrian Kurdistan after Turkish president Erdogan encountered opposition from Iran and Russia regarding a fourth planned Turkish military offensive.

History shows a pattern of conflict between the kings of modern day Iran and Turkey, as they struggled for control of the greater Middle East.

Palestinian Authority President Abbas announced that his government would be withdrawing from all agreements made with the United States and Israel