Trump raises doubts over renewed attacks on Iran
Trump replied "no" when asked on Monday if he was considering resuming strikes on Iran, despite Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's insistence on doing so.
Middle East
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Yemen's Houthis advance to within 80 km of Aden in furthest push since 2015, sources say
Former Mossad chief calls Saudi Crown Prince 'not a mature enough person' at Taglit conference
Retired US Air Force officer Rick Francona discusses Kurds, Iranian threat with 'Post' - interview
As a new conflict with Iran looms, the Kurds in northern Iraq and their autonomous region could face conflict as they navigate the complex arena.
Araghchi says Qatari-mediated dialogue with US was ‘very intense’ despite lack of breakthrough
China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi and the Russian Foreign Ministry both urged all parties to the conflict to focus on political solutions rather than resorting to arms again.
Egyptian bill to strengthen sexual assault penalties, end honor killings' leniency faces backlash
Egyptian MP Fatima Adel's bill to end reduced sentences for honor killings and toughen sexual assault penalties has sparked fierce online backlash.
Syria, Iraq stir hope despite memories of war with resumption of Shiite pilgrimages- analysis
The prospect of renewed activity has also revived concerns among Syrians who remember the involvement of Iran-backed armed groups in the country's civil war.
Netanyahu urges Trump to attack Iran as US pursues further negotiations before midterms - report
Trump confirmed that he had spoken to Netanyahu while speaking to reporters on Sunday, and that they had discussed Iran but declined to share any further details.
Two oil tankers explode after hitting mine in Hormuz Strait, IRGC spokesperson says
"One of the vessels is a supertanker; it is currently engulfed in flames following a powerful explosion," the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy spokesperson said.
WATCH: IDF uncovers Hezbollah posters in child’s bedroom, weapons in southern Lebanon civilian home
A video shared by the IDF shows posters of Hezbollah terrorists, including assassinated Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, plastered on the walls of the child’s bedroom.
Facing the Middle East with Felice Friedson: Hope and Heroes
Former hostage Evyatar David recounts the ordeal in Gaza, Christian visitors challenge boycotts of Israeli settlements, and former Miss Israel Melanie Shiraz seeks to build cultural bridges.
Israel ready to strike Iran with US, but specific joint goals remain unclear - sources
Trump and his non-military advisors were also worried about the impact of an additional round with Iran, which is unpopular in the US, on the Republican Party's chances in the midterm elections.
Iraq opens first Jewish museum as country's ancient community nears extinction
Iraq’s Jewish community, which dates back 2,500 years and once made up nearly a quarter of Baghdad’s population, now has its own museum in the city it largely left behind.
