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Seized Hamas documents reveal fear of Israeli-Saudi normalization

Documents seized in Gaza and reported by KAN News show Hamas leaders viewed normalization with Riyadh as a strategic threat to the Palestinian issue.

A demonstrator holds a Palestinian flag and a picture of late Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei with late Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, during a protest after Khamenei was killed in Israeli and US strikes, in Istanbul, Turkey, March 1, 2026; illustrative.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian meets with chief of Defense Forces of Pakistan, Field Marshal Asim Munir, in Tehran, in May. PremiumPremium

The new Middle East power broker isn't who you'd expect - analysis

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The repricing of Iran: Why the Persian Gulf’s economic future runs through Tehran - opinion

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

Saudi, Qatari mediation message signal ‘Iran still has pathways to avoid isolation’ - interview


Israeli 'violations' of Temple Mount spark backlash from Muslim, Arab states

In a joint statement, eight Arab countries condemned Israel's actions at Jerusalem's holy sites, calling them "provocations" and violations of international law.

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir visits Temple Mount alongside Rabbi Elisha Wolfson, calling to expand Jewish worship at holy site, Sunday, April 12, 2026.

The scourge that is anti-Israel US politicians - opinion

Drew Warshaw is running for the position of New York comptroller, but when discussing Israel bonds, he’s getting his facts wrong

CHERRY TREES blossom in New York City in April.

Israel's Somaliland envoy sparks regional backlash from 15 Arab, Muslim states

Several Arab and Muslim states condemned Israel's decision to send a diplomatic envoy to Somaliland, while the Republic of Somaliland responded, accusing them of hypocrisy.

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar meets with Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi in first diplomatic visit to Somaliland on January 6, 2026.

Saudi Arabia asks US to end Hormuz blockade amid worries of possible Houthi retaliation - WSJ

Saudi officials appear to be weighing not only the direct risks in the Gulf, but also the possibility that Iran could respond through allied forces elsewhere in the region.

US President Donald Trump and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman of Saudi Arabia interact during the US-Saudi Investment Forum in Washington, US, November 19, 2025.

Pakistan sending troops to Saudi Arabia could shift tide in war against Iran - opinion

On one hand, Pakistan’s involvement could increase pressure on Iran. On the other hand, it brings Saudi Arabia closer to a country that has expressed hostile positions toward Israel.

Army soldiers sit in a truck, as Pakistan prepares to host the US and Iran for peace talks, in Islamabad, Pakistan, April 10, 2026.

UN Watch demands democracies explain election of human rights abusers to UN positions

In UN Watch's press release, the NGO cited the UN's Economic and Social Council's (ECOSOC) recent nomination of Iran to the UN’s Committee for Program and Coordination.

UN HIGH COMMISSIONER for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet makes a speech at the United Nations in Geneva, Switzerland, in February.

Iran-backed Iraqi militias launch drone attacks near diplomatic facility, Baghdad Airport

The embassy urged US citizens in Iraq to leave as soon as possible, noting that future attacks from Iran-backed Iraqi militias are possible.

An aerial view shows the Baghdad International Airport on September 17, 2025.

Houthis hold Gulf states from joining US attacks with Bab el-Mandeb Strait trump card - interview

The Houthis' threat to close the Bab el-Mandeb Strait may explain why Gulf states have not responded militarily to Iran’s attacks. Yemen expert Inbal Nissim-Louvton weighs in.

Houthi soldiers stand guard on a missile carrier during an official military parade marking the ninth anniversary of the Houthi takeover of the capital, Sanaa, on September 21, 2023.

Iran attacked Saudi Arabia's Jubail petrochemical complex, IRGC says

The attack follows US President Donald Trump's ultimatum to Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz oil chokepoint by Tuesday night.

 Iran and Saudi Arabia flag together

South Korea envoy to visit Kazakhstan, Oman, Saudi Arabia to secure oil supplies

South Korea is also working with international partners to ensure the safe passage of 26 South Korean-flagged vessels currently waiting inside the Strait of Hormuz, the envoy said.

Birds fly near the Jag Vasant vessel transferring LPG at a port after transiting the Strait of Hormuz amid supply disruptions linked to the US-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Mumbai, India, April 1, 2026.