CENTCOM using underwater drones to clear mines in the Strait of Hormuz
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz is a sticking point for both the United States and Iran in ceasefire talks, with Iran estimated to have between 2,000 and 6,000 naval mines.
Middle East
Kuwait arrests 24 for financing terrorist entities, report claims former lawmakers among detained
Erdogan threatens military action against Israel, MK calls him a 'megalomaniacal dictator'
Mixed signals from Washington cloud intentions for future of Iran war, experts tell 'Post'
Gulf states on edge as US-Iran talks in Islamabad end without deal - analysis
The Gulf is likely feeling that some of its concerns are being addressed and that many countries want to see the talks continue.
Pakistan gambles on Iran-US talks and comes up short - analysis
This shows the country is seeking to take the reins of regional responsibility after many years in which Pakistan seemed consumed by domestic troubles.
Post-war recalibration: Why Israel must rethink Syria approach - analysis
Syrians have shown since December 8, 2024, that they want to rebuild their country, and they want peace. This doesn’t mean everything has gone smoothly
Israel's war in Lebanon seen as price to pay for Iran reopening Hormuz- analysis
Iran wanted the Lebanon war to end before talks, to take credit for ending it, and the US wanted Hormuz to be opened, so that negotiations would be focused immediately on the nuclear issue.
Iranians rally outside US embassies worldwide, urge continued pressure on Tehran
Protesters sent a unified message to Washington, urging policymakers not to reach agreements with Tehran and instead to “stay the course” in confronting the regime.
Rabbi reportedly target of Hezbollah plot in Syria, Damascus arrests five
The alleged target was named as Rabbi Michael Khoury by KAN and Radio Free Syria.
Trump to cancel Iran's ceasefire profit with full Hormuz blockade
Trump added that he has instructed the US Navy to interdict every vessel in international waters that had paid a toll to Iran.
Trump orders Hormuz blockade, vows to stop Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons after failed talks
Vance: No deal reached after talks with Iran • CENTCOM clears underwater mines in Hormuz • Netanyahu says Israel's war with Iran 'not over yet'
'The Arab Case for Israel': Explaining the conflict between Jews and Arabs - review
The Arab Case for Israel is the book that I would recommend above all others for anyone who sincerely wants to understand the entrenched conflict between Jews and Arabs in Israel.
Pakistan attempts to persuade Iran to enter talks without preconditions - The New Arab
According to an anonymous source, Pakistani officials urged the Iranian delegation to enter the ongoing talks in Islamabad "with a new spirit," and that the delegation had shown "positive signals."
