Middle East
Voices from the Arab Press: Iran, the Kurds, and the future of Arab power
A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world.
Turkey says renewed attack on Iran would expand conflict, diplomacy only way
At least seven killed in attack at church in Jordan, state-owned outlet says
Turkey warns against strikes on Iran, security officials pledge response to West Bank terror attack
Why Libya’s embrace of Turkey’s maritime deal reshapes the Mediterranean alignment - analysis
With so many condemnations pouring in, why would Libya decide now is a good time to bring up this issue?
Saudi Aramco tells staff to evacuate Dhahran as clashes with Yemen's Houthis continue
Saudi Aramco has ordered staff to evacuate its Dhahran headquarters and work remotely amid escalating Houthi attacks, as oil prices surge and fears grow over regional energy supplies.
Iran deploys heavy weaponry to Kurdish regions amid fears of renewed conflict with Israel, US
Iran has reportedly deployed artillery and IRGC troops to Kurdish regions near the Iraqi border as it intensifies operations against Kurdish opposition groups amid concerns over renewed conflicts.
What does the text of Pakistan-Saudi Arabia-Turkey defense pact say? - explainer
The permanent secretariat, rotating leadership, regular ministerial meetings, and provision to admit new members suggest something more ambitious than a typical defense-cooperation memorandum.
Netanyahu, Katz's warnings of Iranian strikes could spur regime into attacking first, officials say
Reports have also indicated an increase in Israeli fighter jet training exercises in the country's skies amid growing speculation about a possible military campaign against Iran.
Striking Iran ahead of elections could constitute political interference, officials warn - report
Lapid says available intelligence does not justify an attack before the vote, while former air force chief Norkin questions whether a limited campaign could topple Tehran’s regime.
Katz says opposition will bear blame for future attacks on Israel after ignoring warnings
Opposition leader Yair Lapid said that Katz's "reckless and hysterical statement is a gift to Israel’s enemies,” and accused the government of failing to eradicate Hamas or bring down Iran.
US diplomats, families leave Saudi Arabia missions as regional conflict with Houthis escalates
The order came as attacks in Saudi Arabia killed at least one person and injured eight others at a civilian airport in Dammam, and two people were killed in a drone attack on an oil field.
CENTCOM marks 100 days since Iran blockade, Israel frees suspects connected to settler attacks
Huckabee questions Board of Peace’s ability to implement Trump's Gaza plan • Hezbollah recruits convicts in Latin America • 'Post' sees letter requesting West Bank coordination despite IDF denial
Two killed, eight injured in attack on Saudi Arabia's King Fahd Airport, Saudi Civil Aviation says
The Saudi Civil Aviation Authority said that material damage was under assessment.
