Middle East
An anti-Western axis is stretching America thin, from Ukraine to Iran - analysis
Is a multifront crisis pushing Washington toward a deal with Iran?
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Araghchi says diplomacy can resume if US stops economic pressure as Trump abandons June MoU terms
From Abbey Gate to today: How five years reshaped the Middle East and world policy - analysis
US preparing to send diplomats back to Middle East embassies after Iran war evacuations - report
Foreign Service officers could begin returning to their posts as early as this week, according to the report.
'Predictable risks': Two more US senators call for independant probe into naval warship conditions
The senators granted Hegseth and Cao until September 1 to provide answers and open an inquiry into the issues reported onboard the USS Gerald R. Ford, USS Abraham Lincoln, and the USS Benfold.
Will we forever live by the sword? - opinion
A deeper look at the heritage and history of the Jewish people teaches us that this is not merely a random sequence of disasters, persecutions, and wars.
Hezbollah’s pledge of allegiance to Mojtaba Khamenei - opinion
Hezbollah’s swift pledge of allegiance provides Mojtaba with a seal of approval from the Iranian regime’s most important strategic asset and assists him in projecting continuity.
'This is Beirut': Lebanese ready for peace with Israel, drinks in Tel Aviv, analyst tells 'Post'
Contrary to public statements, Selena Ryan told the Post she has received many messages from Shia Muslims, in addition to messages from other sects, in Lebanon expressing desire for peace.
Israel’s second War of Independence: The end of strategic illusions - opinion
Israel needs a government capable of combining military power with diplomatic judgment and building regional alliances.
Iran’s powerful militia network could expand war - opinion
For the foreseeable future, Iran can continue to rely on this substantial external military power to bolster its own military capacity.
Flexible and shifting alliances in the region instead of blocs - opinion
Among other things, the Mecca Agreement includes a clause stipulating that any aggression against one member of the alliance will be considered aggression against all three.
Strait of Hormuz traffic plunges as Iran, US blockades restrict energy shipments
A total of 89 vessels exited the strait while 103 entered over the seven-day period, the report, based on Automatic Identification System (AIS) data, showed.
Pakistan’s rise as a regional mediator could reshape Middle East diplomacy - analysis
Pakistan is expanding its Middle East influence, deepening ties with Syria, preparing talks with Iran, and positioning itself as a potential mediator between Tehran and Washington.
