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Eight Muslim nations condemn Israel's 'dangerous' new death penalty law

Pakistan, Turkey, Egypt, Indonesia, Jordan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates emphasized the "urgent need to refrain from measures" that risk further inflaming tensions on the ground.

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir celebrates the passing of the Death Penalty for Terrorists bill in the Knesset, March 30, 2026
Planes of Kuwait Airways and Qatar Airways are seen through the window of a Middle East Airlines aircraft at Cairo International Airport, amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Cairo, Egypt, March 31, 2026.

Drone attack sparks fire at Kuwaiti Airport, tanker off Qatar hit as Iran strikes Gulf states

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Middle East realignment: Turkey, Egypt, and Pakistan are reshaping US-Iran relations - opinion

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky meets Deputy Governor of Makkah Region Prince Saud bin Mishaal bin Abdulaziz during his visit to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, March 26, 2026.

Ukraine closes in on Middle East deals to help counter Iranian drones


'Give Trump something': Turkey, Oman, Qatar, among countries mediating between US and Iran

The message a number of countries have delivered to Iran, according to one of the sources, is: “Act rationally. Give President Trump something so that war can be avoided.”

Turkish Foreign Affairs Minister Hakan Fidan gestures as he addresses the audience during a press briefing meeting to review the past year and to share insights regarding regional and global developments in Istanbul, on January 15, 2026.

How Hamas plans to survive Phase II of Gaza ceasefire with Turkey's help - analysis

This idea would seem to be an obvious non-starter for how to proceed in Gaza, especially as Israel and the Trump administration want to see Hamas disarmed.

A Hamas policeman keeps guard at destroyed Hamas police headquarters, following a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, in Gaza City, January 22, 2025.

Rafah Border Crossing will be test for Gaza’s next stage - analysis

Regional expectations are growing that the Rafah crossing will reopen this week, but doubts remain over how fully Israel will allow movement, as the ceasefire enters a critical stage.

A vehicle carries Egyptian soldiers near the Rafah border crossing between Egypt and the Gaza Strip, in Rafah, Egypt, August 6, 2025

UAE bars use of its airspace, territorial waters for military action against Iran's Islamic Regime

The UAE's statements come as a US "armada," as called by US President Donald Trump, keeps heading towards Iran amid the widespread protests and crackdowns.

Extension of Dubai City and Northern Emirates on the Arabian Gulf coast of the United Arab Emirates from space. (Ilustrative)

Qatar says it will provide Lebanon with $430 million in financial support

A statement by Qatar's Fund for Development said about $400 million would be provided to support Lebanon's energy sector, of which 10% would be allocated as a grant.

 Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani attends a press conference, in Doha, Qatar, October 24, 2024.

MBS’s gamble: Saudi leans toward Turkey and Qatar, avoids Israel-US bloc - opinion

Saudi Crown Prince shifts strategy, leaning on Turkey and Qatar while Israel-US-UAE alliance strengthens.

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman chairs the inaugural session of the Shura Council in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, September 10, 2025.

Phase II runaway train: Gaza peace plan moves ahead, but Israel is being left behind - editorial

Netanyahu and his government should have devised a “day after” proposal that made Israel an integral partner, instead of kowtowing to Trump’s whims and the Board of Peace’s dictates.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reacts at a joint press conference with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio (not pictured) at the Prime Minister's Office, during Rubio's visit, in Jerusalem, September 15, 2025

Gaza's Board of Peace must bring about a public, global ultimatum to Hamas - opinion

Vagueness has been Hamas’s greatest shield. This monstrous organization thrives in fog. The international community must stop pretending that ambiguity is constructive.

Hamas terrorists look on as they escort members of the Red Cross in Gaza City, November 12, 2025

Israel’s election under fire: Navigating free speech amid information, cognitive war - opinion

As Israel heads into its first post–Oct. 7 election, incendiary rhetoric could be captured, weaponized abroad, and deepen Israel’s legitimacy crisis amid a widening cognitive war.

An illustrative image of a person blindfolded with text on their skin.

'Public diplomacy is not a luxury': Israel’s challenge in 2026 - opinion

How Israel lost the battle for American public opinion and why parts of the Western intellectual elite serve the narratives of its enemies.

 ‘DISINFORMATION, CONSPIRACY theories, and antisemitic narratives.’ Israel has faced media outlets distorting the truth about the region for years.