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'This isn’t a token strike,' analysts say as US prepares for a major confrontation with Iran
US military buildup in the Middle East signals a possible strike on Iran’s regime, with analysts suggesting it could lead to regime collapse within weeks.
Iranian protesters cry ‘death to Khamenei’ as Trump, Iranian FM clash over casuality numbers
Huckabee tells Carlson Israel ruling entire Middle East 'would be fine,' drawing Arab backlash
Voices from the Arab press: Turkey’s strategic bet on energy
WATCH: Bat Yam residents reflect on another Iran conflict after devastating missile impact in 2025
Dario Sanchez speaks with locals about whether they feel prepared for the possibility of another round of conflict with Iran.
Pakistan, US launch partnership to redevelop Roosevelt Hotel in New York
The initiative includes collaboration with the US General Services Administration (GSA) regarding the operation, maintenance, renovation and redevelopment of the Roosevelt Hotel in New York.
Turkey detains 88 in nationwide raids over alleged links to group accused of 2016 coup attempt
Turkish authorities detain 88 suspects in nationwide operation targeting alleged members of the Gülen movement, linked to the 2016 coup attempt.
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.
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.
‘We are prepared to move from defense to offense’: Israel signals harder line in Gaza
Military leaders warn that failure to disarm Hamas could trigger renewed operations even as diplomacy moves forward.
Afghanistan marks Soviet withdrawal anniversary as Taliban rule draws global scrutiny
The Taliban’s governance remains deeply controversial. Since returning to power in 2021, the group has imposed sweeping restrictions on women and girls and enforcing strict social rules.
Damascus says it took over Ash Shaddadi base as part of US-coordination framework
In a short statement, the defense authority in Damascus said its army assumed control of the facility south of Al Hasakah city. The announcement did not specify when the transfer took place.
NRB convention to spotlight Israel, Iran, antisemitism, and AI
Faith-based media leaders prepare to tackle geopolitical tensions, technology ethics, and the future of religious broadcasting
Death of Saif al-Islam Gadhafi deepens Libya’s political fragmentation - analysis
Whether Libya moves toward a unified state or renewed fragmentation now depends on whether a new mediator emerges to replace the one that is gone.