Middle East
Israeli civilians cross Israel-Syria border, as Turkish flotilla due to reach Israel in 48 hours
Trump says 'clock is ticking for Iran' • IDF faces looming manpower gap • Netanyahu to meet with defense officials
Voices from the Arab press: Reading the Jeddah statement
Cutting US aid to Israel would be a strategic disaster for America - opinion
Iran negotiations will only work under sustained maximum pressure - opinion
Ancient blood libels continue to shape modern antisemitism - opinion
Antisemitic conspiracy theories have deep historical roots and continue to resurface, driving prejudice and violence against Jews today.
The Palestinian Fatah party held elections, is a ‘new’ leadership emerging? - analysis
Fifty-nine candidates competed for 18 seats on the Central Committee, while 456 members competed for 80 seats on the Revolutionary Council, which serves as the movement's parliament.
US Secretary of State approves $25.8 billion in weapons sales to Middle East allies - report
According to Bloomberg, the massive sale demonstrates the Trump administration’s commitment to allied countries affected by Iranian attacks during Operation Epic Fury.
The existential choice: Next Israeli election must be about policy, not poison - opinion
As Israel heads to the 2026 elections, growing internal divisions may pose a greater threat than any external enemy.
How Yemenis’ pockets became a lifeline for financing cross-border wars
As many middle-class families struggle to afford basic food, the telecommunications sector has become a major financial channel for funding the Houthis’ war effort.
Egypt, Uganda agree to expand Nile water cooperation
El-Sisi said Egypt faces severe water scarcity, with annual per capita water availability falling below 500 cubic meters.
The Rubble Doctrine: Inside Israel's new security policy in southern Lebanon
NATIONAL AFFAIRS: The destruction of El-Khiam reflects a profound shift in Israeli military thinking after October 7: deny the enemy not only the desire, but the capability, to strike.
Iraq sought financial assistance from International Monetary Fund as result of Iran war
Initial conversations took place last month during the spring meetings of the IMF and World Bank in Washington.
Saudi Arabia, what are you waiting for? It's time to join the Abraham Accords - opinion
Even amid conflict, Israel’s economy and capital markets continue to surge, raising questions about Saudi Arabia’s future role in regional integration.
Why should the US-China meetings matter for the Middle East? Here are five reasons - analysis
Beijing has been treading carefully in the region. It doesn’t want to be involved in conflict. Let’s examine five reasons the US-China meetings matter for the region.
