IRGC threatens universities across Middle East after alleged strike against Iran University
The IRGC threatened staff, students, and civilians living near universities to maintain a distance of 1 kilometer from the sites to "preserve their lives."
Middle East
Iran's Pezeshkian clashes with IRGC's chief over control of Iran, marking rifts in regime - report
Iranian-backed militias escalate in Iraq, targeting Kurdistan Region president Nechirvan Barzani
Pakistan steps up mediation efforts between Iran, US to end conflict as war enters second month
Zelensky’s Gulf tour highlights shared drone war threat from Iran-Russia axis - analysis
Zelensky held key meetings in the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar, showing that countries aligned with the US and the west can work together.
Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi to CPAC: A free Iran is within reach right now
In his CPAC address, Reza Pahlavi urges for a free Iran, rejects any partial settlements with the regime, and presents Iran as a future democratic partner of the US and Israel.
Iran risks renewed protests as citizens reach 'breaking point' amid war-stricken economy
Over 40% of Iran's population lives below the absolute poverty line, with that figure exceeding 50% in the capital. Economists warn, however, that the real poverty rate may have climbed above 60%.
Why the Houthis waited until now to strike - analysis
The Houthis successfully hid missiles in caves for years, and the US, Israel, Saudi Arabia, and others were not able to stop the missile and drone attacks or dislodge the group.
Israel scales back use of top missile interceptors as Iran barrages persist - report
Stockpile concerns push the defense establishment to rely on less advanced systems, with mixed results.
Pakistan to host talks with Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Egypt amid Iran war diplomacy
The four countries will hold "in-depth discussions on a range of issues, including efforts to de-escalate tensions in the region."
Drone, missile attacks escalate across Gulf, target key energy sites
On Saturday, a drone fell in Iraq's Majnoon oil field, but did not explode, according to the country's Defense Ministry.
Voices from the Arab press: Hezbollah in state of crisis, Strait of Hormuz paralyzed
A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world.
IDF kills Hezbollah terrorist who worked as journalist in targeted southern Lebanon strike
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun condemned the incident, claiming that the strike "violates the most basic principles of international law, international humanitarian law, and the laws of war."
Who are the Houthis, Iran’s allies in Yemen? - explainer
Heavily armed and capable of striking Gulf neighbors, any involvement in the Iran conflict by the Houthis could cause major disruption to maritime navigation around the Arabian Peninsula.
