Middle East
International Jewish-Kurdish conference kicks off in London
Jewish and Kurdish leaders gathered in London for a two day conference aimed at turning 2,700 years of shared history into stronger political, cultural, academic, and diaspora cooperation.
Ankara raises defense spending by 229%, aiming to develop own technologies
UAE warns exports won't be 'held hostage' by Iran war as Gulf states say US alliance is not enough
Iran warns S. Korea that presence in Hormuz would be seen as support for US, have 'consequences'
Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon kill at least nine, including two infants, local reports say
Rescue teams worked through the night among the rubble, using heavy machinery to search for people trapped beneath the debris and for additional casualties.
Israel on high alert for surprise attack ahead of Rosh Hashanah as threats span multiple fronts
Israel's defense establishment is maintaining maximum readiness ahead of Rosh Hashanah, amid concerns that Hezbollah, Hamas, or Iran could seek to exploit the holiday period.
Two IDF soldiers wounded during Hezbollah clash as Israel warns PA of 'all-out war'
IDF kills terrorist who seriously wounded one after hour-long manhunt • IDF, police readiness drills in Eilat for Oct. 7-style attack • IDF kills Hamas Nukhba commander in Gaza City strike
Arab, Muslim countries affirm establishing Palestinian state is condition for peace with Israel
The statement, which was also signed by Turkey, the UAE, Qatar, Jordan, Egypt, Pakistan, and Indonesia, warned about turning Palestinian emigration into real policy.
Voices from the Arab Press: China’s Iran dilemma, Israel elections, Hezbollah US talks
A weekly selection of opinions and analyses of the Arab media around the world.
‘Al-Aqsa, be patient’: Chants against ‘Zionist scum’ heard at Damascus International Fair - report
The fair ran under the theme “Syria Shines Again,” SANA reported, claiming nearly 1,000 participating entities, representing approximately 60 countries, joined.
Iran's response to US attacks will be 'faster, heavier, more painful,' Ghalibaf says
"From now on, any attack against Iran’s interests and security will receive a faster, heavier, and more painful response,” Ghalibaf said in a speech published on his Telegram channel.
'Joining Iran's navy on seafloor': CENTCOM sinks Iranian oil tanker in Gulf of Oman
“Let the message to the IRGC be clear: If you shoot at two of our ships, we will impose an even higher economic cost — taking out three of yours," said CENTCOM chief Adm. Brad Cooper.
Israel needs tikkun olam, not silence about its problems - opinion
From Jewish terrorism to political demonization, Israel must face its internal problems to begin repairing them.
Iranian official warns new restricted zone in Strait of Hormuz as Netanyahu threatens Iran's regime
Israeli strike kills two people in Gaza, Hamas officials claim • IDF expected to make historic change for more inclusive combat soldier profile
