Middle East
FIFA, Trump's Board of Peace work together to support Gaza reconstruction through soccer
The FIFA collaboration plan includes building 50 mini-pitches near schools and residential areas in Gaza, five full-size pitches across multiple districts, and a state-of-the-art FIFA academy.
Israel creeps toward West Bank annexation as election season approaches - opinion
Trump’s Board of Peace gains international momentum after inaugural meeting - analysis
Hamas condemns PA forces for killing two children in West Bank op.
Lebanon shows that Europe’s security model is outdated - opinion
Germany urges Hezbollah’s disarmament, but Lebanon reveals the limits of Europe’s deterrence model in an age of hybrid warefare.
From Rojava to the world: Kurdish-Jewish solidarity is a necessity - opinion
Memory, security, and a shifting Middle East reshape the meaning of Kurdish-Jewish solidarity as Rojava faces existential tests.
'No deal with mullahs': Trump must finish the job in Iran - opinion
One thing is for certain: The moment President Trump steps out of the White House, even the best deal will unravel.
Controlled chaos: Terrorism is used as a political tool - opinion
Terrorism isn’t just a security threat; it’s a political tool exploited by actors who profit from instability.
Middle East nations cautious as US military presence grows near Iran - analysis
US moves Air Force and naval assets to the Middle East amid rising tensions with Iran, while regional allies remain largely silent and take a cautious, wait-and-see approach.
Massive weeks-long war between US, Iran could begin 'very soon,' Axios reports
The US has been steadily building up its forces within the region. Axios reported that "all signs point to [Trump] pulling the trigger if talks fail."
Epstein tried to build a powerful network of political figures, business leaders in Middle East
In their correspondence, Bin Sulayem discussed sexual relationships with women with whom Epstein helped him connect.
US strikes more suspected drug-smuggling boats as warships shift toward Middle East – report
The Pentagon confirmed three new maritime strikes that killed 11, as US warships previously focused on Venezuela head toward the Middle East.
US sends over 50 fighter jets to Middle East in military buildup against Iran - report
The American military buildup comes amid indirect negotiations with Iranian officials, in which "progress was made" on Tuesday in Geneva, a US official told The Post.
A two-pronged approach: After US visit, Lebanon’s army eyes Hezbollah ‘disarmament’ - analysis
The high level of activity of the IDF in Lebanon shows that Hezbollah continues to pose a threat.
