Besieged Kobane faces humanitarian disaster amid Syrian government, SDF deadlock
Reports say Kobane's ‘roads remain closed, while food and medical supplies are barred from entry’ to an area of 600,000 people.
Middle East
European Union explores possible support for new Gaza administration committee
Massive weeks-long war between US, Iran could begin 'very soon,' Axios reports
Israel's national security dependent on supporting Kurdish cause, Kurdish leader says
'I would think twice about flying': Iran conflict 'much closer' post-Geneva talks, expert warns
"We are much closer than we were before, but I remind you, a superpower does not go to war within days. There is a diplomatic path that needs to be exhausted," Amos Yadlin said.
Epstein tried to build a powerful network of political figures, business leaders in Middle East
In their correspondence, Bin Sulayem discussed sexual relationships with women with whom Epstein helped him connect.
Iran, Russia to conduct navy drills on Sea of Oman to combat maritime terrorism - report
The drill's goal is to promote convergence and coordination in joint measures to counter activities that threaten maritime security and safety, and to combat maritime terrorism.
Iran will not accept US President Donald Trump's 'red lines' after Geneva talks, JD Vance says
"If Iran gets a nuclear weapon, there are a lot of other regimes, some friendly, some not so friendly, who would get nuclear weapons after them," Vance said.
Iran used military weapons, targeted 'vital body parts' in protest crackdowns, X-rays show - report
Seventy-five X-rays and CT scans captured severe injuries inflicted by shotguns and high-caliber, military-grade weapons to patients’ faces, chests, and groin areas.
Khamenei decries Epstein island as outcome of 'Western civilization and liberal democracy'
Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei claimed that the alleged crimes that took place on sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's island were the "ultimate outcome" of Western civilization.
Oscar-nominated Iranian screenwriter released from prison in northern Iran after 17 days - report
Mehdi Mahmoudian, who is nominated for an Oscar for his screenplay for Jafar Panahi’s It Was Just an Accident, was imprisoned after he signed a letter condemning Khamenei.
Fate of protesting workers arrested by the IRGC still unknown
Approximately 200 workers are being held in IRGC-controlled warehouses, raising serious concerns among labor activists about their condition.
US-Iran talks reveal diplomatic gaps despite progress, sources tell 'Post'
According to a US official, the Iranians said they would return within two weeks with detailed proposals to bridge some of the remaining gaps with Washington.
Poll: 65% of Syrians favor US engagement, 59% say peace with Israel is likely
Opinions were more divided on full diplomatic normalization with Israel, while public assessments of Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa were largely favorable.
