Middle East

Trump and Netanyahu must seize the narrow window of opportunity to stop Iran - opinion

The fact is that another crushing blow against Iran is necessary, and Israel and the US have a narrow window of opportunity to strike.

US President Donald Trump speaks in the James S. Brady Press Briefing Room at the White House in Washington, DC, US, November 9, 2026.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks at the Knesset following the swearing-in of the 26th Knesset, in Jerusalem, November 10, 2026

Netanyahu keeps putting himself before Israel, proving he is unfit to lead - opinion

 House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D- NY, speaks during a news conference on March 24, 2025, at the US Capitol in Washington, DC.

Jeffries calls for ‘dramatic change’ in US military aid to Israel after Democrats' election victory

A COP31 logo is pictured near the venue ahead of the United Nations climate change conference, known as COP31, in Antalya, Turkey, November 8, 2026.

Climate confab in Turkey becomes networking opportunity for leaders - analysis


Israel needs to turn military pressure on Iran into political change - opinion

Sanctions and a blockade buy time. Israel should use it to help an Iranian-led opposition establish a protected foothold inside the country.

 Iranian flags fly as fire and smoke from an Israeli attack on Sharan Oil depot rise, following Israeli strikes on Iran, in Tehran, Iran, June 15, 2025.

Can Kurdish leaders, US envoy help end Kurdistan Regional Government crisis?

The KDP won 39 seats in the 100-seat parliament, while the PUK secured 23. Neither party has enough seats to govern alone, making negotiations over senior positions and cabinet portfolios essential.

US Special Envoy for Syria and Ambassador to Turkey Tom Barrack speaks during a session at Antalya Diplomacy Forum in Antalya, Turkey, April 17, 2026.

Who killed Ahmed al-Alwani? Beirut murder raises regional questions - analysis

The reported killing of former Iraqi MP Ahmed al-Alwani in Beirut has raised questions about his movements, possible motives and Hezbollah connections.

Crime scene door sealed by authorities, where former Iraqi MP Ahmed al-Alwani was found strangled to death, in Beirut, Lebanon, November 11, 2026.

Lebanon's Salam declares 'era of impunity' over after five Hezbollah members arrested in north

The men were reportedly carrying maps and documents, some of which they allegedly attempted to destroy before being taken into custody.

Internal security forces are seen deployed in the city center of Nabatieh, in front of Hezbollah martyr posters and a building damaged by bombs, in Lebanon, October 26, 2026

Kurdish statehood requires unity, leadership, and a blueprint - opinion

As the Middle East faces the prospect of redrawn borders, the Kurds must unite, establish legitimate leadership, and claim a place at the table.

 Members of the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) after US-backed alliance led by Syrian Kurdish fighters captured Deir el-Zor, in Syria December 7, 2024

Former Iraqi MP Ahmed Al-Alwani found dead in Beirut after reported kidnapping

Al-Alwani, 57, was a Sunni Iraqi politician from Anbar province who had previously spent more than a decade in prison under a death sentence before being released in 2025. 

A member of Iraqi security forces, stands guard in front of giant Iraqi flags at the Tahrir Square in Baghdad on September 29, 2026.

IRGC unveils massive underground 'missile city' as Iran's military chief warns of global response

Iranian Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces Maj.-Gen. Abdollahi warned of retaliation beyond the Middle East if Iran faced renewed attacks.

Footage released by the IRGC, including Maj.-Gen. Ali Abdollahi and Brig.-Gen. Seyed Majid Mousavi touring an allegedly newly established underground missile facility, November 10, 2026.

Doha secured two-week window to prevent US attack on Iran, Qatari PM tells G7 ministers

Al Thani told G7 participants that significant differences remained between Washington and Tehran, with several key issues still unresolved.

US President Trump meets with Qatari PM Al Thani in Washington.

Meloni’s test: Italy’s street violence and Europe’s crisis of power - opinion

Italy’s spreading unrest threatens economic stability, NATO cohesion, and Europe’s ability to confront growing geopolitical threats.

Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni reacts while listening to U.S. President Donald Trump's (not pictured) speech at the 80th United Nations General Assembly, in New York City, New York, U.S., September 23, 2025.

US, Iran more likely to reach deal to end war than two months ago, ex-Mossad official tells 'Post'

Shine, a former Mossad division head, stressed that negotiations could still fall through if the US refused to bend on giving Iran the right to uranium enrichment or if personal egos got in the way.

People ride past an anti-US billboard depicting US President Donald Trump and the Strait of Hormuz, in Tehran, Iran, May 25, 2026