Post-war recalibration: Why Israel must rethink Syria approach
Syrians have shown since December 8, 2024, that they want to rebuild their country, and they want peace. This doesn’t mean everything has gone smoothly
Middle East
Ending Lebanon war seen as price for reopening Strait of Hormuz in US-Iran talks - analysis
Iranians rally outside US embassies worldwide, urge continued pressure on Tehran
Rabbi reportedly target of Hezbollah plot in Syria, Damascus arrests five
'Out-blockade Iran': Trump floats Hormuz naval blockade in post after Islamabad talks fail
“It would be very easy for the US Navy to exert complete control over what does and does not go up and down the Strait now,” the article, from Just the News, claimed.
Trump floats Hormuz naval blockade as Netanyahu says Israel's war with Iran 'not over yet'
Vance: No deal reached after talks with Iran • Iran warns military vessels against transiting Strait of Hormuz • CENTCOM clears underwater mines in Hormuz
'The Arab Case for Israel': Explaining the conflict between Jews and Arabs - review
The Arab Case for Israel is the book that I would recommend above all others for anyone who sincerely wants to understand the entrenched conflict between Jews and Arabs in Israel.
Pakistan attempts to persuade Iran to enter talks without preconditions - The New Arab
According to an anonymous source, Pakistani officials urged the Iranian delegation to enter the ongoing talks in Islamabad "with a new spirit," and that the delegation had shown "positive signals."
Turkey seeking nearly 5,000 years in prison for Netanyahu over October Gaza flotilla
The 35-member list of those charged also includes Defense Minister Katz and National Security Minister Ben-Gvir, with Netanyahu, Katz, and Ben-Gvir responding to the indictment on Saturday.
Netanyahu presented Iran attack plan to former US presidents, former secretary of state claims
According to Kerry, Netanyahu had presented presidents George W. Bush, Barack Obama, and Joe Biden with plans to attack Iran, all of whom refused, before Trump agreed.
Iraqi parliament appoints Kurdish Nizar Amedi as new president
The decision to elect Nizar Amedi could have ramifications for Iraq, given that Amedi is Kurdish and was supported by the Kurdish PUK party, which is considered friendly to Iran.
US looks to restore freedom of navigation in Gulf, maintain its naval reputation - analysis
The US role in enabling ships to navigate the seas is a legacy of the British Empire's once-dominant role in the world economy and in safeguarding the seas.
US clearing out Strait of Hormuz, Trump claims as Iran threatens to attack unauthorized ships
Three US officials confirmed that two US Navy guided-missile destroyers passed through the strait without issue in what was described as a "freedom-of-navigation mission."
Iraq’s militia state: Shelly Kittleson’s kidnapping exposes who runs Baghdad
BEHIND THE LINES: Since October 2023, forces associated with the PMF – that is, affiliated with the government of Iraq – engaged in ongoing attacks against US personnel and positions.
