Middle East
Victory over the kingdom of evil
The richest country – the poorest people
How US fooled Iran to rescue downed F-15 airman stranded in a mountain crevice
After October 7, containment is dead: Israel must redraw its borders - opinion
The war with Iran is a major setback to China’s Belt and Road Initiative - opinion
Voices from the Arab press: US-Israel Iran war faces political limits
Israel and the US put pressure on Iran militarily, but domestic politics and regional dynamics could shape how the conflict unfolds and eventually ends.
Yair Lapid’s divisive rhetoric threatens israel’s unity, national security - opinion
Opposition leader Yair Lapid’s inflammatory statements risk weakening Israeli society and undermining national unity during wartime.
Red Sea arena: Yemen’s Houthis open fourth front in Iran war, with global implications
BEHIND THE LINES: By joining Iran’s war, the Houthis have opened a dangerous new arena – one that could hit global trade, oil flows, and the wider regional balance.
USS George H.W. Bush deploys to Middle East, third US aircraft carrier to join war
The WSJ initially reported in February that the Bush could have been deployed to join the Lincoln in the Middle East, though the Ford was chosen to be sent instead.
Online algorithms are driving Israel’s global reputation crisis - opinion
Algorithms and short attention spans are eroding Israel’s image, but strategic engagement could change the nation's fortunes.
Two soldiers lightly wounded in close-quarters combat that leaves Hezbollah terrorist dead
Amid the operations, Defense Minister Israel Katz warned Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem that he would not live to see the extent of the “very heavy price” the group would pay for its attacks.
Gulf states consider bypassing Strait of Hormuz with new oil pipelines via Haifa - FT
The Financial Times reported that the Gulf states aim to create a new network of pipelines, roads, and railways to stop relying on the Strait of Hormuz.
Education Minister complains of disturbance during sirens, Iran says Hormuz Strait will stay closed
Iranian ballistic missile commander killed • Kindergarten struck in Hezbollah barrage on North • Bahrain calls for UN vote to defend Strait of Hormuz
Between Kyiv and Riyadh: The Middle East and Ukraine on the same front - opinion
We are witnessing an accelerated process of building new alliances, based not only on geography but on common interests.
Israel and Egypt: Frosty neighbors' ties tested by Iran war, but remain stable
Operation Roaring Lion has Egypt and Israel on the same side. But what will happen when the war with Iran ends?
