Voices from the Arab press: China’s role, medicine’s lessons, and the future of Iran talks
A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world.
Middle East
US to make Iranian assets available for repairs in Gulf states that were damaged in Iranian attacks
Lebanon rebuilds institutions and boosts diplomacy to counter Hezbollah
From Tehran to Tel Aviv: How press in Middle East is framing Iran war, ceasefire negotiations?
The illusion of change in Iraq: Baghdad's militia shake-up masks a deeper Iranian strategy
BEHIND THE LINES: The decision by Zaidan’s allies to integrate their armed elements into state security forces represents an effort by a pro-Iranian element to consolidate its power.
Trump says Iran military 'totally destroyed' as missiles are launched towards Kuwait, Bahrain
Trump does not 'need deal' to reach Iran's uranium, he says • Two IDF officers severely wounded in Lebanon • Lebanese army chief leaves for visit to Pakistan at invitation of counterpart
Israeli officials believe Iran is bluffing as Trump seeks long-term ceasefire deal
Israeli defense officials believe Tehran is using Washington’s reluctance to resume military action to improve its negotiating position.
Iran demands $24B release as US nuclear negotiations stall, Khamenei adviser says - CNN
Rezaei framed the demand for the release of $24 billion in Iranian assets as a "test of trust" for Trump, warning that the Islamic Republic would expand the war if hostilities resume.
'It's not your country': Lebanese President Aoun hits out at Hezbollah, Iran in CNN interview
During his interview with Christiane Amanpour, Aoun asked Israelis if they truly want to live in "perpetual war." He then said that negotiations are a "huge opportunity" for both countries.
Iran says it fired warning missiles, drones at US warships in Gulf of Oman
The exchange comes amid heightened tensions over maritime security around Iran.
Hamas using power vacuum to regain control of Gaza, security establishment fears
An official explained that a major problem has arisen due to on-the-ground dynamics. "Hamas is dragging its feet, and the US is finding it difficult to apply leverage on it," he noted.
Trump says he 'doesn't a need deal' with Iran for enriched uranium, doesn't want to meet Khamenei
On the matter of Lebanon, Trump told reporters that he believed progress was being made between Israel and Lebanon and that Lebanon deserved to have peace.
Two IDF officers severely wounded in Lebanon, US denies Iran fired at US Navy ships in Gulf of Oman
Israel to continue Lebanon operations • Trump does not 'need deal' to reach Iran's uranium, he says • Netanyahu backs GOP plan to phase out US military aid to Israel
UN peacekeeper killed, two wounded in Hezbollah shelling in Lebanon
The UN said two other peacekeepers serving with the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) were wounded in the incident, one from El Salvador and the other from Spain.
