US removes Syria's designation as State Sponsor of Terrorism
The State Department formally removed Syria from the US list of State Sponsors of Terrorism after the previously announced move underwent congressional review.
Middle East
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Saudi vessel attacked in Red Sea, national shipping company confirms following Houthi claims
Inside Syria, night raids, farm permits mark Israel's expanding reach
'This is Beirut': Lebanese ready for peace with Israel, drinks in Tel Aviv, analyst tells 'Post'
Contrary to public statements, Selena Ryan told the Post she has received many messages from Shia Muslims, in addition to messages from other sects, in Lebanon expressing desire for peace.
US Treasury announces 'Operation Economic Outcast' on Iran following warning of 'economic D-Day'
"It is now a time for world leaders to make a decision between prosperity and isolation, peace and terror, America and Iran," declared US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.
Terrorist who killed Israeli minister reportedly fathers twins using sperm smuggled from prison
The conception reportedly took multiple attempts over a two-year period, the nephew of Asmar told Palestinian media.
Israel and Turkey face a dangerous clash over Syria's future - analysis
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani rejected claims that Turkey intended to establish a military base at Abu al-Duhur, saying the site was being restored for use by the Syrian Air Force.
Israeli officials divided over claimed Iranian weapons smuggling to Hezbollah, IDF's Syria strategy
Netanyahu accused of creating tensions with Syria, Turkey for electoral purposes • Syria has mostly curbed Iranian smuggling under Ahmed al-Sharaa, as IDF sources say no recent spike detected
Pakistani military chief Munir spoke to Trump before visit for negotiations to Tehran
The call, which has not been previously reported, came as the US threatened to roll out major economic sanctions targeting Iran and its trade partners.
Iran advances plan to charge vessels fees for Strait of Hormuz passage
Under Articles 38 and 44 of UNCLOS, Iran cannot suspend, impede, or charge tolls for vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz.
Hamas obstructing aid efforts as Gaza supplies exceed humanitarian needs, COGAT says
"The organization interferes with humanitarian operations, exploits civilian infrastructure, influences distribution mechanisms, and continues its repeated attempts to smuggle prohibited items."
'Where to kill Barron?' Iran airs video offering $10m. reward to kill US president's son - report
The video, linked on X/Twitter by anti-regime London-based journalist Niyak Ghorbani, showed various locations Barron had been at specific points in the past, including Trump Tower.
Omani foreign minister to visit Tehran, continue negotiations on Strait of Hormuz
On Sunday, Baghaei said the army chief of Pakistan, which has mediated between the United States and Iran, will visit Tehran on Monday.
