Middle East


The architect of Iran’s military survival remains defiant

Ahmad Vahidi, former IRGC Quds Force commander, addresses Iranian students during a demonstration against the death of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah on October 3, 2024 in Tehran, Iran.

Trump interested in calling on Arab states to help pay for Iran war, White House says

US President Donald Trump speaks during the National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) annual fundraising dinner in Washington, March 25, 2026.

Trump gives Iran one‑week deadline on deal, says US response to Haifa strike coming soon

U.S. President Donald Trump holds a cabinet meeting at the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., March 26, 2026.