Middle east news
Iranian protests create a short window for change - opinion
As Iran’s regime escalates repression, the 2026 uprising exposes the limits of containment and opens an opportunity for decisive change.
Iranians trust Reza Pahlavi more than the regime’s 'moderates' - opinion
Why Washington shifts from Syria’s Kurds to Sharaa - opinion
Iranian feminists understood the revolution better than Europe’s intellectuals - opinion
US: Sinwar sees the regional war on horizon, unwilling to hold hostage talks
“I think it is probably reasonable to conclude he's watching what's happening in the north," US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller said.
Jordan's King Abdullah accepts PM Khasawneh's government residgantion following parliamentary polls
With the resignation of the Jordan's Prime Minister Bisher Khasawneh a suspected replacement could be Jafar Hassan.
Israel employing 'scorched earth' policy in Lebanon to paralyze Hezbollah - Arab sources
Israel targets Hezbollah-supporting areas in Lebanon, aiming to weaken the group and increase internal opposition, Arab sources claim.
IRGC founder to ‘Post’: Iran unable to sustain long-term war with Israel - exclusive
Mohsen Sazegara: "Assassination of Ismail Haniyeh, in the heart of Tehran, was a humiliation for Iran's intelligence organizations.”
'Not interested in a broad war': Former Hezbollah official says response may be limited
The former official estimated that in his upcoming speech, Hezbollah Secretary-General Hassan Nasrallah will "console the people."
Katz: military and diplomatic pressure needed for Gaza hostage deal
Lammy said that the UK was committed to doing all it could to “bring, peace and stability to this region, this most complex and challenging of regions at this time.”
Iraq claims it has arrested PKK-linked cell suspected of planning attacks
Iraqi official said the arrested suspects had also planned to attack busy market areas in the capital, Baghdad, if there was "pressure from the federal government or government forces against them."
Does the Israel-Jordan peace treaty stand firm amid tensions with Iran? - opinion
Despite popular support in Jordan for Hamas' October 7th attack, Jordanian leadership remains firm in its desire to put a stop to Iranian hostility.
Bahrain releases 1,584 prisoners, including life sentences, in major pardon
Despite facing international scrutiny from entities like the United Nations for its trial and detention practices, Bahrain insists that its judicial proceedings adhere to international law standards.
How Hamas, PIJ's visits to Iran signal a new phase in war on Israel - analysis
New phase of war? PIJ and Hamas hold meetings in Iran amidst Ramadan unrest
