The flags of the Middle East include many shared color patterns, especially red, white, black and green, which are often associated with Arab history and regional identity.
However, the Middle East is not a fixed UN region, so the countries included can vary depending on the source.
Middle Eastern flags by country
The following countries are most commonly cited as Middle Eastern:
Sometimes included in the Middle East
Some broader or alternative definitions of the Middle East may also include:
Middle Eastern flags are mostly a regional subset of Asian flags. After you have studied the flags across the continent, be sure to take our Asian flag quiz to see how many you can recognize.
Middle Eastern flags vs Arab flags
Many Middle Eastern flags are also Arab flags, especially those of countries such as Jordan, Kuwait, Iraq, Syria, Yemen and the United Arab Emirates.
However, the two terms are not identical. Some Middle Eastern countries, such as Iran and Israel, are not Arab countries, while some Arab countries are located in North Africa.
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