Turkey could join nuclear arms race if Iran acquires bomb, Hakan Fidan warns
Turkish FM Hakan Fidan also said that the idea that US or Israeli airstrikes on Iran could lead to regime change was "a pipe dream."
Middle East
Iran's Reza Pahlavi: Trump needs to act, end IRGC's genocide on Iranians
Iran says nuclear talks gauged 'seriousness' of US as Araghchi refuses to halt uranium enrichment
Syria steps into leadership role after Riyadh anti-ISIS meeting- analysis
CENTCOM chief praises Lebanese army for discovering, dismantling Hezbollah tunnel network
US Central Command chief Adm. Brad Cooper praised the Lebanese Armed Forces after they uncovered a Hezbollah terror tunnel, calling the move key to regional stability.
Indonesia to be first peacekeeping contributor to Gaza's International Stabilization Force - KAN
Indonesia is expected to become the first country to deploy troops to the International Stabilization Force in Gaza during Phase II of the ceasefire, KAN News reported.
Iran arrests at least four reform front politicians
Iran’s Islamic Iran Nation’s Union Party called for the release of Azar Mansouri after her arrest amid a widening crackdown on reformist figures.
Over 65,000 aid trucks have entered Gaza since October ceasefire, COGAT says
Delivered aid included tents and tarps, humanitarian staff, and the evacuation of Gazans in need of medical treatment and those with dual citizenship.
Why is Saudi Arabia investing billions in Syria’s economy? - analysis
Syrian officials described the move as the largest influx of investment since the US sanctions were lifted.
Foreign ministers from Muslim, Arab countries denounce Israeli West Bank bill to expand control
A group of Arab and Muslim states condemned Israel’s latest Security Cabinet decisions on West Bank land policy, planning authority, and enforcement powers.
Syrian officials attend anti-ISIS coalition talks in Saudi Arabia
Syrian officials attended meetings of the International Coalition to Defeat ISIS in Riyadh on February 8 to 9, marking Syria’s growing role in the US led alliance.
Iran could dilute 60% enriched uranium if all US sanctions lifted, nuclear official says
Earlier this week, Tehran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said a complete halt to uranium enrichment was absolutely unacceptable to Iran.
Egypt’s Sisi visits UAE amid Gulf tensions and regional challenges - analysis
Sisi’s visit to the UAE underscores Egypt’s role in Gulf diplomacy, regional security, and Gaza, amid Saudi-UAE tensions and shifting Middle East alliances.
Iraq faces renewed security concerns as ISIS detainees are transferred from Syria - analysis
Iraq is taking in thousands of ISIS prisoners from Syria, raising concerns over security in border provinces and testing the country’s ability to contain militant threats.
