Middle East
As Israel becomes a dominant force in the Middle East, where does Turkey stand? - analysis
Ankara is realizing that in a Middle East dominated by Israeli technological and intelligence prowess, traditional power might no longer be enough.
Lebanese gov't yet to take any action against Hezbollah, Israeli officials tell 'Post'
Nations to discuss fossil fuel exit as Strait of Hormuz blockade drives up prices
WATCH: IDF attacks 100 km. deep into Lebanon for first time in weeks
Civilizations collapse from within, not from enemies at the gates - opinion
External enemies expose weakness, but internal division and inaction are what ultimately bring civilizations down.
Syria opens first public trial of former Assad regime official Atef Najib
Syria has opened its first public trial for a former Assad regime official, Atef Najib, marking a shift toward accountability. The trial focuses on crimes committed in Dara’a and Damascus.
Berlin’s farce: How Germany failed Iran’s Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi - comment
In Berlin, Iran’s Prince Pahlavi rejects foreign influence claims while security failures and Germany’s political ties with the Islamic regime raise concerns.
Strait of Hormuz should not reopen on Tehran’s terms - opinion
Washington should define success not as traffic resumed, but as Tehran stripped of the practical ability to use the strait as a recurring instrument of leverage.
Iran must rollback its nuclear, missile program - opinion
Ceasefire with Iran isn't enough; lasting security requires Iran to abandon its nuclear ambitions and missile development program.
US cancels envoy travel, shifts from talks to pressure as Iran’s divisions deepen - analysis
Meanwhile, Tehran also doesn’t seem to be in a hurry. This comes as the White House has also indicated it is willing to settle in for the long term on the conflict with Iran.
How media misreporting in Turmus Aiya shaped a false wartime narrative - opinion
Misreporting around Route 60 near Turmus Aiya highlights how quickly unverified claims can shape narratives in a volatile conflict.
Spain’s stance on Israel raises concerns over growing European delegitimization - opinion
Spain’s rhetoric on Israel and silence on Hamas fuels accusations of hypocrisy and incitement.
The saline blueprint: Can saving the Dead Sea reshape Middle East diplomacy?
What began in April 2016 as a photojournalist’s curiosity has evolved into a global mission: to archive these “Genesis landscapes” before they fade into the white dust of history.
Turkey could consider joining Strait of Hormuz demining operation, Hakan Fidan says
Speaking to reporters in London, Hakan Fidan also said he believed issues related to Iran's nuclear program could be resolved at the next round of talks in Pakistan.
