Analysis Why Iran sees Lebanon as proof that its deterrence still works Iran is characterizing any Israeli pause in strikes on Beirut as proof of its renewed influence and leverage in an episode that could also expose uncertain regional recalibration. By A correspondent in Tehran In Tehran, reporting on politics
UAE eyes first multifuel pipeline as Hormuz crisis drags on State-owned Abu Dhabi National Oil Company is considering building a refined oil products pipeline that bypasses the Strait of Hormuz. United Arab Emirates
Egypt rejects Syrian ambassador as ties strain under Sharaa Mohammed Taha al-Ahmed previously served in the Syrian Salvation Government led by the jihadist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, while Egypt is one of the strongest opponents of Islamism in the region. Syria
Rubio says Mojtaba Khamenei alive, ‘increasingly engaging’ with intermediaries The top US diplomat said Iran’s uranium stockpile and enrichment levels are “highly technical matters” that could take months to resolve. United States
Who is Bill Pulte, Trump loyalist tapped as intelligence director? The US president announced he had picked the fed housing chair to lead the nation’s intelligence agencies, at least temporarily, after the resignation of Tulsi Gabbard. By Jared Szuba In Washington, DC, reporting on defense, national security, military
Record Israeli arms exports highlight global rush for air defense Rocket and air defense systems sales accounted for 29% of Israel's defense exports in 2025. Israel
Ongoing Israeli strikes, Hezbollah projectiles cloud Trump’s ceasefire in Lebanon Both Israel and Hezbollah have violated the ceasefire less than a day after President Donald Trump announced it. Lebanon
Meet Roman Gofman, outsider now leading Israel's Mossad Roman Gofman’s rapid rise from Netanyahu aide to Mossad chief marks a break with tradition in Israel’s intelligence community, coming amid scrutiny over past security failures and internal opposition to his appointment. Israel
