Similar to the idea of courtly love in the West, this poetic genre was dedicated to unrequited love. Here are three ancient tales that illustrate its appeal
We present a selection of stories, columns and videos chosen by MEE staff - from sleuthing in archives and Hajj visa chaos to mass evictions in Jeddah and watermelons as symbols of resistance
In spring 2021, Saudi authorities seized at least 14 people who had used anonymous accounts to dissent. Many are still unaccounted for. This is the story of three 'May detainees'
Tales of supernatural creatures roaming the Earth have long captivated the imagination, Middle East Eye introduces you to some of the region's most famous