US to launch Gaza governance plan amid Hamas disarmament doubts US envoy Steve Witkoff warned that Hamas' failure to comply with the plan's next phase would "bring serious consequences." Israel
Oil prices climb on Iran strike fears as OPEC flags steady demand growth into 2027 Benchmark Brent crude traded around $66 a barrel on Wednesday, up roughly 10% since Jan. 7 to its highest level since October 2025. Iran
France to host Lebanon army conference as Hezbollah pushes back on disarmament The upcoming conference comes as the Lebanese army prepares to submit a plan for the second stage of its disarmament process, despite Hezbollah’s adamant refusal to give up its weapons. Lebanon
Interview Yadlin: Israel’s regime-change goal in Iran remote without US 'boots on the ground' The former head of Israel's military intelligence directorate told Al-Monitor that Israel must prepare itself for a possible Iranian response if the US follows through on its threat to hit the Islamic Republic. Amos Yadlin Former head of Israel's Military Intelligence Directorate
In call with Araghchi, Turkey's Fidan urges Iran to negotiate with US The top Turkish diplomat held back-to-back calls with Iranian and US officials as Ankara watches developments in Iran with mounting concern. Turkey
US evacuates some personnel from Qatar air base amid Trump threat to strike Iran Iran's Defense Minister Aziz Nasirzadeh warned Tuesday that Tehran will retaliate for any attacks on the country. United States
Russia's Lavrov says the U.S. is smashing the world around with its raid on Venezuela and threats to Iran Reuters
