Israel Iran War

German military to leave base in Erbil, northern Iraq by September, Spiegel reports

German troops are set to withdraw from Erbil, Iraq, by the end of September following a broader effort to reduce Germany's Middle East presence due to the Iran war.

German Bundeswehr troops march during a public ceremony to mark the expansion of Germany's Lithuania military commitment on February 4, 2026.
A Chinese national flag is seen in front of a CMA CGM container ship docked at Yantian Port on May 7, 2026.

China halts helium exports amid renewed Middle East conflict

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the IDF's 192nd pilot course graduation ceremony.

Netanyahu at IDF's pilot course graduation: 'With or without deal, Iran won't have nuclear weapons'

The IDF receives additional F-35 fighter jets at the Nevatim Air Force Base. January 18, 2026.

Israel not expected to get involved in new round of US-Iran fighting, officials tell 'Post'


Qatar to host US-Iran talks in Doha as behind-the-scenes diplomacy secures peace accord - report

According to a Qatari report, the talk of an approaching agreement between Washington and Tehran was accompanied by a media campaign against Qatar.

Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan attend a working lunch with leaders of G7 and the Middle East during the G7 summit, in Evian-les-Bains, France, June 16, 2026.

Iran will be allowed to sell oil immediately under Trump's new MoU - report

According to the Journal’s report, the same provision allows for Iran to utilize banking, transportation, and insurance services to facilitate the sales.

An oil tanker docked at the Port of Fujairah, as the US-Israel conflict with Iran limits marine traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, in Fujairah, United Arab Emirates, May 6, 2026.

Israeli satellites photographed Iran over 50,000 times during Operation Roaring Lion - exclusive

This statistic would mean that Israeli satellites were taking well over 1,000 photos per day of the Islamic Republic during the war.

A satellite image shows an oil terminal at Kharg Island, Iran, February 25, 2026.

Reported leak of US-Iran deal shows Israel not mentioned, IDF continues strikes in Lebanon

Hezbollah says Iran will not sign MOU without Israeli withdrawal • Iran will reportedly be allowed to sell oil immediately under Trump's new MOU • JD Vance leads push to sell world on MOU

Smoke billows from southern Lebanon following an Israeli strike, as seen from Nabatieh, Lebanon, June 13, 2026.

Don't forget the people: The Iran ceasefire must protect civilians - opinion

As details emerge about a signed agreement between the United States and Iran, there still may be room to protect the Persian people from the Iranian regime's proxies..

Alex Winston stands overlooking Jerusalem with an Iranian Lion and Sun flag on February 13, 2026.

Netanyahu 'needs Trump,' won't give up on US support so easily, fmr. comms. advisor says

He argued that Netanyahu is currently in an uncomfortable political position, having been "humiliated" with the announcement of the deal, adding that there is no news about Lebanon.

US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu embrace as they walk into Trump's Mar-a-Lago club in Palm Beach, Florida.

Shippers remain cautious on Strait of Hormuz transit after US, Iran agree on deal

Shippers have welcomed the news of the deal but are still waiting for more details, including mine clearance in the strait.

Vessels are anchored in the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, June 10, 2026.

'We are all shocked’ by deal, worry that regime will feel it ‘won,' Iranian source tells 'Post'

Iranian source: 'We are all shocked...They can’t believe they made the deal' • Concern that Islamic regime and its proxies see US deal as a victory, source stresses

An anti-Iranian regime protester holds an Iranian flags before the 1979 revolution with the Lion and Sun emblem at a protest, outside the Iranian Embassy in central London on March 20, 2026.

Beirut claims Israel struck Lebanon for first time since US-Iran ceasefire announced

US-Iran agreement to be signed in Switzerland on Friday • World congratulates all parties for reaching agreement • Israeli leaders decry inclusion of Lebanon in US-Iran deal

Smoke billows from southern Lebanon following an Israeli strike, as seen from Nabatieh, Lebanon, June 13, 2026.

Islamic regime detains 130 people over riots, espionage operations for Israel, US - report

Some 126 people were arrested for "sabotage operations and rioting" during the January protests, while four individuals were accused of spying for Israel and the US, Iranian media reported.

Basij militia members during an anti-Israel march in Tehran, January 2025; illustrative.