France pushes coordinated sanctions on Israel over West Bank violence
France is seeking to increase pressure on Israel through national sanctions over West Bank violence, European diplomats said.
Middle East
US downs two Iranian attack drones 'threatening int'l maritime traffic' in Strait of Hormuz
Two IDF soldiers killed, four wounded over weekend in Lebanon, US downs Iranian drones in Hormuz
Voices from the Arab press: China’s role, medicine’s lessons, and the future of Iran talks
US to make Iranian assets available for repairs in Gulf states that were damaged in Iranian attacks
This after US Treasury Secretary Bessent directed a team to assess conditions among Gulf allies, assessing costs for damage inflicted by Iran.
Lebanon rebuilds institutions and boosts diplomacy to counter Hezbollah
“We are fed up, and we want to live in peace,” said Lebanese President Joseph Aoun.
From Tehran to Tel Aviv: How press in Middle East is framing Iran war, ceasefire negotiations?
Coverage across the Middle East reveals sharp divides over Iran’s nuclear program, the Hormuz crisis, President Trump’s diplomacy, and who bears responsibility for the widening confrontation.
The illusion of change in Iraq: Baghdad's militia shake-up masks a deeper Iranian strategy
BEHIND THE LINES: The decision by Zaidan’s allies to integrate their armed elements into state security forces represents an effort by a pro-Iranian element to consolidate its power.
Two IDF soldiers killed, as US to make Iranian assets available for repairs in Gulf states
Trump says Iran military 'totally destroyed' • Two IDF officers severely wounded in Lebanon • Missiles launched towards Kuwait, Bahrain
Israeli officials believe Iran is bluffing as Trump seeks long-term ceasefire deal
Israeli defense officials believe Tehran is using Washington’s reluctance to resume military action to improve its negotiating position.
Iran demands $24B release as US nuclear negotiations stall, Khamenei adviser says - CNN
Rezaei framed the demand for the release of $24 billion in Iranian assets as a "test of trust" for Trump, warning that the Islamic Republic would expand the war if hostilities resume.
'It's not your country': Lebanese President Aoun hits out at Hezbollah, Iran in CNN interview
During his interview with Christiane Amanpour, Aoun asked Israelis if they truly want to live in "perpetual war." He then said that negotiations are a "huge opportunity" for both countries.
Iran says it fired warning missiles, drones at US warships in Gulf of Oman
The exchange comes amid heightened tensions over maritime security around Iran.
Hamas using power vacuum to regain control of Gaza, security establishment fears
An official explained that a major problem has arisen due to on-the-ground dynamics. "Hamas is dragging its feet, and the US is finding it difficult to apply leverage on it," he noted.
