Iraq political factions fail to agree on prime minister as US pressure mounts
It has been five months since Iraq had an election in November, 2025. However, the parties can’t agree on a prime minister.
Middle East
Iran warns of immediate response as US ceasefire nears expiration
US in talks with DP world on Gaza logistics under Trump’s Board of Peace plan - Financial Times
Mossad chief says agent killed abroad as Israel remembers its fallen amid Iranian threats
Trump says new Iran deal will be better than before, Vance to travel to Islamabad for negotiations
US using sea drones to clear mines in Hormuz • Disruptions reported during Remembrance Day • Mossad, Shin Bet, IDF announce joint bust of global Iranian terror network
Hamas officials claim terror group ready to hand over small weapons, rifles to Gazan police - NYT
Two Hamas officials told The New York Times that the terror group's latest proposal involves turning over thousands of small weapons used by their police and other security agencies.
Iran's IRGC Quds Force head Qaani visits Baghdad, meets Shi'ite political, militia leaders - report
Iran's Quds Force head Esmail Qaani visited Baghdad to discuss Iraq's next prime minister and the future of Shi'ite militias amid US sanctions.
WATCH: US Marines rappel onto Iranian-flagged vessel Touska after six-hour standoff at sea
Iran's top joint military command, Khatam al-Anbiya, condemned the US for attacking one of its vessels, and vowed to retaliate.
IDF confirms image of soldier smashing Jesus statue in southern Lebanon is authentic
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar decried the incident, labeling it “grave and disgraceful” and extending an apology to Christians who felt hurt by the incident.
US and Israel face tough choices in Iran talks over Hormuz, Lebanon, and nuclear issues - analysis
With the US and Israel pressing for a resolution on Iran’s nuclear threats, Iran’s leverage over the Strait of Hormuz remains a key point of negotiation.
Iran rejects second round of talks with US
Two sources told The Jerusalem Post that Washington aims to first reach a framework agreement before negotiating the details.
IDF confirms Hezbollah attacked UNIFIL soldiers during ceasefire
French President Emmanuel Macron had announced on Saturday that France holds Hezbollah responsible for the attack, which killed a French UNIFIL soldier and injured three others.
'Post' heads to Lebanon: IDF sets position in Ait a Shaab - Reporters Notebook
The Post visited southern Lebanon with the IDF to see the newly established position in Ait a Shaab, a former Hezbollah stronghold.
Allies fear a rushed US-Iran framework deal could backfire, leaving technical deadlock - analysis
Experts worry Washington could lock in a superficial agreement on Iran’s nuclear program and sanctions relief, then struggle through months or years of technically complex follow‑on talks.
