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?
Inside Syria's campaign against Hezbollah: How Damascus is countering Iran’s proxy - analysis
Recent incidents illustrate how the collapse of the Assad regime has disrupted Hezbollah’s former Syrian operations and weapons corridors.
A new government could expand Israel’s diplomatic options - opinion
A successor less dependent on the far-right could rebuild international trust and pair force more effectively with diplomacy. Regarding Iran, the basic posture is unlikely to change.
Does Iraq's rerouting of oil exports make Turkey a big winner of the Iran war? - analysis
Turkey has already made use of its position to work with Saudi Arabia and Pakistan. The increase in oil exports from Iraq appears symbolic.
Iran, US far from deal to end war as Tehran threatens response to US strikes
Mediators are working to bridge gaps between Tehran and Washington, as overnight US strikes on Qeshm Island and Iran's downing of a US drone threaten to complicate negotiations.
US carries out 'defensive' strikes on Qeshm Island after Iran downs drone, officials tell 'Post'
US officials said the strikes were defensive measures against Iranians using surface-to-air missiles against US assets, and did not appear to signal a resumption of major combat operations.
Saudi Arabia, US discuss regional de-escalation efforts amid Houthi attacks
Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman and US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth discussed efforts to contain tensions amid continued attacks from the Houthis on the kingdom.
Former Mossad chief calls Saudi Crown Prince 'not a mature enough person' at Taglit conference
Cohen also praised the cooperation between Israel and the United States in confronting Iran, describing it as something he and others "always wanted to see."
Retired US Air Force officer Rick Francona discusses Kurds, Iranian threat with 'Post' - interview
As a new conflict with Iran looms, the Kurds in northern Iraq and their autonomous region could face conflict as they navigate the complex arena.
Egyptian bill to strengthen sexual assault penalties, end honor killings' leniency faces backlash
Egyptian MP Fatima Adel's bill to end reduced sentences for honor killings and toughen sexual assault penalties has sparked fierce online backlash.
Syria, Iraq stir hope despite memories of war with resumption of Shiite pilgrimages- analysis
The prospect of renewed activity has also revived concerns among Syrians who remember the involvement of Iran-backed armed groups in the country's civil war.
