Trump needs agreement that surpasses Obama's nuclear deal for deal to postpone strikes - analysis
The minimum that Trump needs for a new deal with Iran also differs from what Israel wants, militarily, politically, and economically.
Middle East
Saudi-led coalition says it destroyed Houthi ballistic missile fired towards kingdom
Vance tells Tehran that avoiding renewed US strikes will require nuclear negotiations - report
Erdogan tells Trump Turkey making diplomatic efforts on Strait of Hormuz, Yemen
Qatar awaits Iran’s response to new nuclear proposal offering sanctions relief
The measure under consideration would involve allowing inspectors from the IAEA to return to Iran’s nuclear sites in return for sanctions relief.
Iran is in close contact with mediators on seven-day plan, foreign minister says
The White House told The Jerusalem Post that Iran is in "very bad condition" economically and militarily, as Washington maintains its blockade and Tehran considers a new ceasefire proposal.
Syria's Alawite women face rape, abduction, forced marriage amid state complicity, report finds
A human rights report alleges that Alawite women in Syria face systematic rape, abduction, and forced marriage, with authorities accused of obstructing investigations and protecting perpetrators.
Egypt’s media crackdown draws international outcry after Mada Masr closure
Six young Christians were also arrested over a TikTok recreating a comedy scene about Quranic verses for prayer, raising fresh concerns over restrictions on digital expression.
Iran economy faces 25% deeper contraction amid soaring inflation, major employment crisis
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said he predicted the Iranian economy would contract an additional 25% by next March and recommended that Iranian civilians begin stocking up on gasoline.
Jordan, Syria seek to reduce tensions following strike with joint security committee - analysis
Damascus condemned the strikes as a violation of Syrian sovereignty. Jordan maintained that it targeted ISIS positions posing an imminent threat, claiming more than 20 terrorists were killed.
Iraqi PM al-Zaidi arrives in Syria in landmark post-Assad summit on security, trade - analysis
Syria’s Sharaa said that Syria's role as a trade corridor for Iraq is important. He stressed the example of the connections between Iraq's Faw Port and Syria's Mediterranean port of Tartous.
Qatari mediators present peace deal to Iran in mediation effort, official says
There were concerns ahead of Sunday's meeting in Tehran that Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu could resume attacks on the Islamic Republic this week, the official added.
Iraq deepens ties with Jordan as Baghdad looks to strengthen regional alliances - analysis
Iraq and Jordan signed nine cooperation agreements during Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi's visit to Amman, focusing on trade, energy and security amid growing regional tensions.
Qatar says Iran needs to show good intentions for mediation efforts to succeed
Qatar urged Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and halt threats against Gulf states, saying Tehran must demonstrate goodwill for mediation efforts to succeed.
