How Iran outfoxes sanctions on aviation, weapons with shell games
From disappearing flights to byzantine corporate entities, a groundbreaking report details not just China, Russia accessory to avoid sanctions, but many other countries.
Middle East
Witkoff to discuss Gaza deal with Qatari, Egyptian, and Turkish officials on Friday - exclusive
Fifty years of Islamic rule can’t erase 2,600 years of Jewish-Iranian friendship
Syrian government, Kurdish-led SDF edge closer toward security agreement - analysis
Houthis begin mobilization for offensive in southern Yemen - report
According to the UAE-based Al-Ain media, the Houthis may be preparing an offensive now that the STC has gained some ground in recent weeks.
Kurds mark Kurdistan flag day with calls for unity, freedom
Kurdish communities across the globe honored their national symbol on Wednesday, reflecting on decades of struggle, pride, and the ongoing fight for autonomy.
US, Syrian forces work together to kill ISIS terrorists, destroy weapons caches
“Operations in Syria are critical for preventing ISIS from regenerating and posing a significant threat," CENTCOM commander Adm. Brad Cooper said.
Between 600 to 800 aid trucks entering Gaza daily since start of ceasefire, COGAT confirms
Additionally, despite the United Nations’s continued complaints about the supply of aid into Gaza, COGAT stated the UN only provided 20% of the aid reaching Palestinians.
Ankara's absence: Why Turkey’s exclusion from meeting on joint Gaza force matters - analysis
While the world is not beating down the door to send troops to Gaza as part of the second stage of the Trump peace plan, Ankara has said it is ready to send some troops immediately
UN Secretary-General Guterres urges maximum restraint in Yemen after separatist advance
The separatist Southern Transitional Council says it has taken over the eastern provinces of Hadhramaut and Mahra and is firmly established across all provinces of the former state of South Yemen.
Israel examining possibility Iran involved in murder of nuclear scientist in US - report
This is an assessment that has not yet been verified and is not supported at this stage by official findings from the investigative authorities in the United States.
Mossad chief warns Iran still seeks Israel’s destruction despite nuclear setbacks
“Iran believes it can deceive the world again and realize another bad nuclear agreement,” Barnea warned in a Mossad awards ceremony on Tuesday.
SDF blames Damascus-linked groups for deadly drone attack in Syria
This is a serious incident and is part of a number of clashes over the last year between SDF fighters and groups backed by the new government in Damascus.
Iran arrests Swedish citizen, accuses him of spying for Israel during 12-Day War
Iranian media claimed authorities arrested a Swedish citizen who was spying for Israel during the June war, with a verdict in the case expected within days.
