Next round of Israel-Lebanon talks to take place early August in Rome, US official says
Negotiators plan to focus on the trilateral framework, resolving border issues, and expanding pilot areas in southern Lebanon.
Middle East
Oman, Iran approaching agreement to reopen Strait of Hormuz - report
‘Vanguard of Muslim causes’: Expert tells ‘Post’ why Houthis amplify aid to Hezbollah in media
Yemen's FM says Houthis using Bab al-Mandab to mirror Iran's pressure in Strait of Hormuz
Israel's approval of ISF deployment in Gaza marks key step in reconstuction efforts - analysis
Israel's approval of an international stabilization force marks what supporters describe as a significant step toward rebuilding Gaza and replacing Hamas's rule.
Trump administration backs phased IDF withdrawal from Lebanon under Hezbollah disarmament deal
Netanyahu departed from Israel earlier on Monday for the talks with Trump in Washington, where the two are expected to discuss the situation with Iran, alongside other issues.
Sharaa’s Israel comments signal shift toward security arrangements, not peace deals - analysis
Syria and Lebanon are signaling interest in security arrangements with Israel before full peace agreements, suggesting a slower, more cautious path toward regional stability.
Trump says US in 'very deep talks' with Iran, will return to war if negotiations fail
Trump's comments come as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu heads to Washington for a meeting with the president, the Prime Minister's Office confirmed earlier on Monday.
Hezbollah and Iran built parallel school networks to radicalize Lebanese youth
Earlier efforts included the establishment of modern religious and social institutions, as well as the spread of secular ideologies such as Marxism among segments of the community.
Syria's Sharaa unveils regional strategy, seeks Israel security arrangement
Ahmed al-Sharaa presented Syria's emerging foreign policy: closer ties with Washington, continued engagement with Moscow, eventual security arrangements with Israel, avoidance of regional conflicts.
Will Yemen's Houthis de-escalate after a month of tension, clashes in region? - analysis
The Houthis have claimed attacks in the last few days on Yanbu and Jizan areas in Saudi Arabia. These are key port facilities for Riyadh.
US will blame Israel if large-scale attacks against Iran fail, former defense official warns
Former senior defense official Avner Vilan said on Monday that Washington and Tehran remain caught between an agreement and full-scale war, while renewed fighting could intensify criticism of Israel.
Officials warn deployment of ISF could strengthen Hamas, restrict IDF operations in Gaza
Israeli defense officials warn that an international stabilization force could restrict IDF operations, strengthen Hamas, and erode Israel’s military achievements.
Iranian man who murdered teenage daughter outside salon receives eight-year sentence
Over a year after stabbing his daughter outside a salon in Iran, the father of Fatemeh Soltani was sentenced to eight years in prison by the Tehran Criminal Court.
