Opinion

Islamic State detainees took partial control of a prison in northeast Syria for a short time on Sunday night after instigating a revolt against prison guards.

Human rights organisations have expressed concern over measures taken by governments in the Arab world to fight fake news on the coronavirus, and how this is impacting journalism and the freedom of the press.

Authorities in Iraq are continuing discussions to ensure appropriate measures are taken to curb the spread of the coronavirus in the country.

The United Nations Commission of Inquiry on Syria has called for an immediate ceasefire in the country in order to limit the damaging effects of a coronavirus outbreak.