The Media Line
Voices from the Arab press: Iranian calamities, Netanyahu's rule, and state legitimacy
A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world.
‘Zionist’ lists, tourist maps: Italy's Jews warn of widening threat of antisemitism
'A glass house fearing stones': Do Yemen's Houthis have the capacity to wage a multi-front war?
Could Iran invade Kuwait? New threats raise fears of wider Middle East war
Palestinian Authority prepares for first election in two decades, as Abbas preps final date
Sinijlawi described the vote as an opportunity for new political leadership to emerge “after years of political stagnation.”
Iraq PM's anti-corruption raids test resolve against Iran-backed power networks - analysis
That gap between optics and substance could become decisive ahead of Al-Zaidi’s expected Washington visit.
Why is Jonathan Conricus chiding Netanyahu, blaming Egypt, and hailing Lebanon deal? - interview
Conricus says the US-Iran memorandum gives Tehran sanctions relief and diplomatic breathing room without confronting its nuclear ambitions, missile program, or support for proxy groups.
Syrian Jews track down, recover stolen heritage artifact from Damascus' Old City synagogue
The chair's recovery would not have been possible without the cooperation of residents of the Jewish Quarter in Old Damascus, who helped track it down and facilitate its return to the synagogue.
Israel-Lebanon framework faces first test as Hezbollah rejects disarmament deal - analysis
Lebanon’s ability to enforce state authority in the south remains the central question as Israel, Lebanon, and the US move from diplomacy to implementation.
Chile, Colombia, Peru go conservative: What’s next for Latin America? - analysis
As Argentina, Chile, Colombia, and Peru move right, analysts say voters are punishing insecurity and failed governments, while Brazil remains the region’s decisive test.
Moving past a ceasefire: Recognizing Israel is a big step, but 'normal,' says Lebanese diplomat
Lebanon’s Washington framework with Israel puts Hezbollah’s disarmament, state sovereignty, and Iran’s regional role at the center of a fragile test for both Beirut and Jerusalem.
Voices from the Arab press: Will Tehran celebrate while Netanyahu waits in the wings?
A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world.
US, Iran, and Oman butt heads over fine print of Strait of Hormuz deal - analysis
The dispute over the Strait of Hormuz now centers on diplomatic wording, as the US, Iran, and Oman argue over whether future “services” and “costs” could become tolls under a different name.
Post-war internet in Iran: More censorship and greater risks for users
Not only has internet speed declined further, but access to popular social media platforms, including Instagram and TikTok, remains extremely difficult even through various VPN services.
