Two killed in Gaza City strike, IDF says it targeted car with Hamas terrorists
The strike in the Tel Al-Hawa neighborhood in western Gaza City struck a vehicle, according to footage circulated on social media.
Middle East
Yemeni army rosters filled with 'ghost names,' leaving Mocha vulnerable to Houthi takeover - report
Pezeshkian vows not to surrender as Iranian ship struck near Qeshm Island
BRICS, Oman talks reveal how Gulf states are preparing for Iran’s next phase - analysis
Prisoners protest in Syria's Kobani after Kurdish soldier's murder test al-Sharaa's - analysis
This is the latest in Syria's tensions, while it also reveals the concerns many Kurds have about how the new government resolves crises.
Saudi pipeline attack exposes growing power of Iran-backed militias - analysis
Iraq’s confirmation that an attack on Saudi energy infrastructure originated from its territory has raised new questions over the power of Iran-backed militias.
No signed Hormuz deal expected yet from Oman, Gulf States meeting on Monday, Iranian official says
The meeting, which will not count on the presence of all the Gulf states, aims to find a solution to the situation in the Strait of Hormuz.
Iranian Rial hits record low as economic fallout from war takes hold - report
Iranian workers are going on strike as inflation rises to 128% and the fuel crisis worsens living conditions across the country.
Syrian private airport plans spark outcry over mass graves, land rights
Damscus plans to turn a former military airport into a hub for private jets sparks backlash among residents who say the project could desturb suspected mass graves.
Pezeshkian accuses US of war crimes after explosions reported on Iran’s Qeshm Island
Houthis damage mosque in attack on Saudi Arabia • Houthis capture both sides of Bab al-Mandeb Strait • Iraqi military commander dismissed following drone attack on Saudi Arabia
Upcoming Israel-Lebanon talks to take place in Washington instead of Rome, US State Department says
The first round of talks began in Rome on August 4, and a source described the negotiations to The Jerusalem Post as "positive."
Iraqi military commander dismissed following drone attack on Saudi Arabia originating from Iraq
Later on Saturday, Iraq ordered the closure of the Shalamcheh border crossing between Iraq and Iran as a precautionary measure after the drone attacks, two security sources told Reuters.
Turkey's foreign minister discusses attacks on Saudi Arabia with Saudi counterpart, source says
Last month, NATO member Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan signed a joint defense agreement that includes a mutual defense clause similar to NATO's Article 5.
Iran used AI to develop military, propaganda strategies, Anthropic report reveals
Anthropic's 154-page report revealed the dangers of US and Western adversaries using artificial intelligence models to pose security threats.
