Middle East
Jeffries calls for ‘dramatic change’ in US military aid to Israel after Democrats' election victory
Jeffries also sharply criticized US President Donald Trump’s war against Iran, describing it as a “reckless and costly war of choice” that had harmed American interests.
Climate confab in Turkey becomes networking opportunity for leaders - analysis
Israel needs to turn military pressure on Iran into political change - opinion
Can Kurdish leaders, US envoy help end Kurdistan Regional Government crisis?
Who killed Ahmed al-Alwani? Beirut murder raises regional questions - analysis
The reported killing of former Iraqi MP Ahmed al-Alwani in Beirut has raised questions about his movements, possible motives and Hezbollah connections.
Lebanon's Salam declares 'era of impunity' over after five Hezbollah members arrested in north
The men were reportedly carrying maps and documents, some of which they allegedly attempted to destroy before being taken into custody.
Kurdish statehood requires unity, leadership, and a blueprint - opinion
As the Middle East faces the prospect of redrawn borders, the Kurds must unite, establish legitimate leadership, and claim a place at the table.
Former Iraqi MP Ahmed Al-Alwani found dead in Beirut after reported kidnapping
Al-Alwani, 57, was a Sunni Iraqi politician from Anbar province who had previously spent more than a decade in prison under a death sentence before being released in 2025.
IRGC unveils massive underground 'missile city' as Iran's military chief warns of global response
Iranian Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces Maj.-Gen. Abdollahi warned of retaliation beyond the Middle East if Iran faced renewed attacks.
Doha secured two-week window to prevent US attack on Iran, Qatari PM tells G7 ministers
Al Thani told G7 participants that significant differences remained between Washington and Tehran, with several key issues still unresolved.
Meloni’s test: Italy’s street violence and Europe’s crisis of power - opinion
Italy’s spreading unrest threatens economic stability, NATO cohesion, and Europe’s ability to confront growing geopolitical threats.
US, Iran more likely to reach deal to end war than two months ago, ex-Mossad official tells 'Post'
Shine, a former Mossad division head, stressed that negotiations could still fall through if the US refused to bend on giving Iran the right to uranium enrichment or if personal egos got in the way.
Iran seals restaurants over allegations businesses ‘failed to observe Islamic norms’
Three cafés in Birjand were sealed for failing to observe Islamic principles, according to the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC)-affiliated Tasnim News Agency.
Tensions flare between Hamas, Fatah less than a month after Palestinian unity talks
Hamas accuses the PA of rearresting released terrorists, while Fatah accuses Hamas of preventing humanitarian operations for Gazans.
