How will Khalil al-Hayya's past shape Hamas' future? - analysis
By having its leaders abroad, it can claim it handed over control and still maintain power behind the scenes. Hayya will be key to this next step.
Middle East
Iranian security personnel harassed, detained French embassy staff in Tehran, FM Barrot says
Conflict continues as Iran weighs costs of future US strikes, returning to negotiations - analysis
Iran using Kuwaiti civilian suffering to pressure US to end conflict, expert tells 'Post'
US planning to send additional F-16, F-35 fighter jets to Middle East - report
According to a CNN report citing a US official, the fighter jets and more aerial refueling aircraft will be relocated from bases in Europe.
Islamic Regime instructed universities on how to suppress 2023 staff, student protests - report
The ministry, in a letter addressed to the heads of universities, higher education institutes and research institutes across Iran, demanded that protests be met with a harsh response.
IRGC claims to have struck, 'destroyed' US military sites in Bahrain, Kuwait - report
Iran claimed to have struck US drone maintenance facilities and vessel preparation sheds, the IRGC-run Fars News Agency said.
Two Dynacom Tankers vessels attacked off Oman amid escalating US-Iran hostilities
The crew members of both vessels were safely located by Oman authorities and transferred to shore, Dynacom said, adding that it was in close contact with all relevant regional authorities.
Iranian women, girls die by suicide, honor killing after Telegram sextortion channel
Over the past week, two girls in Lorestan province ended their lives after their photos were leaked on the Telegram channel.
Yemen's Houthis declare naval blockade against Saudi Arabia
The Houthis fired missiles at Saudi Arabia last week after accusing the kingdom of bombing an airport under their control, breaking a four-year truce between the kingdom and the Houthis.
Mediators propose 10-day ceasefire to de-escalate US-Iran war
A 10-day ceasefire could potentially help revive the interim deal reached last month.
Hamas names Khalil al-Hayya, former wartime negotiator, as new head of political bureau
He is the first person appointed to the position since Yahya Sinwar's death in October 2024.
IRGC manufactures espionage fears in Jordan despite low public opinion of Islamic Republic
The IRGC claimed on Monday to have damaged aircraft in attacks on Jordan’s Aqaba Airport, which notably came after Amman denied having evacuated the airport and seaport.
Iran used 'white phosphorus incendiary' in drone attack, Kurdish dissident group claims
“Based on eyewitness observations, medical examinations, and extensive fires caused at the targeted site, the munitions employed in the drone attack are believed to have contained white phosphorus."
