Middle East
Turkey and Qatar: The face of the Muslim Brotherhood’s murderous ideology - opinion
No two countries illustrate this more clearly than Turkey and Qatar, close allies that have long been associated with political support for the Muslim Brotherhood and hostility toward Israel.
Iran attacks US bases in Gulf as CENTCOM completes seventh consecutive round of strikes
Attack, not defend: Israel's rock-solid security consensus replaces passive 'stability' - opinion
Pakistan and Kuwait discuss expanded defense pact, sources say
My Word: Middle Eastern summer stories - opinion
The Middle East never takes a break, with power struggles, hidden agendas, and dangerous alliances shaping the region’s future.
US concludes seventh round of Iran strikes as Tehran attacks Gulf states
US denies Iranian claim that oil tankers exploded in Hormuz • Tehran reportedly warns of full-scale retaliation if US strikes continue • CENTCOM: US forces keeping Strait of Hormuz ‘free and open’
CENTCOM 'holding Iran accountable,' completes sixth night of strikes against military targets
CENTCOM added that over 50,000 US service members stationed in the Middle East remain "vigilant, lethal, and ready."
Syria arrests former officer accused of overseeing production of sarin bombs
Potential charges could include murder and participation in the use of prohibited weapons, as well as war crimes or crimes against humanity if supported by evidence.
Arab leaders tell Trump that Netanyahu is an 'obstacle' to the president's Mideast plans - report
Arab diplomats familiar with the discussions said regional governments increasingly view Netanyahu as an impediment to Trump’s diplomatic ambitions in the Middle East.
Dubai denies reports of explosions as Iran claims US struck in Bandar Abbas, Qeshm Island
Witnesses told Reuters that they heard blasts in downtown Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on Thursday, however, Dubai's official media office called these reports "false."
Houthis to strike Saudi oil facilities if Riyadh escalates in Yemen, leader warns
The warning came after the Houthis fired missiles at Saudi Arabia, accusing the kingdom of bombing an airport under their control on Monday, marking a rupture in a four-year truce.
The uniqueness of hatred toward the Jews: From expulsion from England to today - opinion
Thus England became the first state in recorded history to completely expel its entire Jewish population, opening a historical floodgate of expulsions across the continent.
Lebanon, Syria launch talks to reset trade ties, review Assad-era deals
The two countries have been undertaking a reset in ties since the end of nearly half a century of Assad family rule that saw Syrian troops stationed in Lebanon for almost 30 years.
Trump expected to expand military actions against Iran as CENTCOM launches fifth day of strikes
Hamas unable to conduct terror infiltration, repeat of October 7, IDF commander tells soldiers • Dubai gov't says explosions heard in city are 'false,' despite witness reports
