Middle East

US sanctions 13 international entities over allegedly procuring weapons for Iran's Defense Ministry

The sanctions, part of Operation Economic Outcast, include entities based in China, Hong Kong, and Pakistan.

A symbolic mockup of an Iranian missile is displayed in Tehran Monday, 27th April 2026
EcoPeace co-directors and EcoPeace Middle East co-director with German Ambassador Heusgen at UNSC

Could environmental cooperation help pave the way for a more stable Gaza? - opinion

US and Iranian flags are seen in this illustration taken March 23, 2026.

Iran offers up to $40,000 reward to Middle East citizens who capture, kill US soldiers - report

Iraqi Airways aircraft are parked at the gates at Baghdad airport on February 20, 2025; Illustrative.

Iraqi Airways to resume Iran flights in October after securing US exemption


Senior IRGC commander killed in clash with gunmen near Iran-Pakistan border - report

Brig.-Gen. Hossein Zarifi, commander of the IRGC's Shahid Sajjad Operational Headquarters, was killed during clashes with gunmen in southeastern Iran.

IRGC Brig.-Gen. Hossein Zarifi

How global investment is redrawing sports’ future

Saudi venues, club networks, racing, media rights, and Israeli technology show where global sports capital is finding durable returns.

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

The Quran is pro-Zionism. Here’s why – opinion

Islam’s holiest book contains elements that reinforce Jews’ right to the Land of Israel

A Quran manuscript from Turkey, dated between 1851 and 1852. Artist Unknown.

UK arms broker jailed for 16 years over missiles and fighter jet deals with Libya and Sudan

David Greenhalgh, 68, was convicted in June of 10 counts of involvement in the unlicensed supply of arms between 2009 and 2016, which included surface-to-air missiles and fighter jets.

 Thousands of AK-47 assault rifles, (Illustrative)

Trump’s Persian Gulf Summit must look beyond the Iran war - opinion

The consequential question is whether the political structure that has generated recurring confrontation for nearly half a century will remain intact and rebuild what the war has destroyed.

US President Donald Trump, with Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, holds a press conference during the G7 Summit in Evian-les-Bains, France, June 17, 2026.

Al-Shaara says Syria-Israel talks had reached 90% agreement as Israel accuses UN of bias

The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Gadi Zaig - the top stories, clear and concise.

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa listens to French President during a joint press conference after a meeting at the Elysee Palace in Paris, on May 7, 2025.

Netanyahu, Katz attack Liberman over call to establish Israeli-Jordanian confederation in West Bank

The proposal is not the first time Liberman has advocated a Jordanian administrative role in Palestinian areas of the West Bank.

Avigdor Liberman leads Yisrael Beytenu, it is polling at around 10 seats.

Israel's diplomatic isolation prevents proper recognition for its military achievements - analysis

Israel should be in a completely different position by now. The IDF's achievements over three years of war have been remarkable. But they should have been taken to the next level.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu prepares for his speech at the United Nations General Assembly, in Jerusalem, September 23, 2026

Israeli security officials fear possible regional escalation amid Iran, Houthis, West Bank tensions

The Israeli defense establishment is monitoring the various arenas and preparing for the possibility that deterioration in one could affect the region as a whole.

US President Donald Trump attends a Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) multilateral meeting alongside Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi, Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and King Abdullah II of Jordan on the sidelines of the 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York on September 22, 2026.

King Abdullah’s UNGA warnings on Israel’s actions in Syria reflect wider regional shift - analysis

Many people in northern Jordan have historic ties to people in southern Syria and vice versa. At the same time Jordan wants to prevent any spillover from Syria into Jordan.

Jordan's King Abdullah II addresses the 81st United Nations General Assembly at UN headquarters in New York City, US, September 22, 2026.