Archives for August, 2026

Talks with US won't happen while interim deal is breached, Iranian minister says

Reuters

Iran issues demands for reopening of Hormuz

Agence France-Presse

Turkey, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia defence pact technically same as NATO's Article 5, Turkish minister says

Reuters

UAE says Iran attacked ADNOC vessel with missile in Strait of Hormuz

Reuters

Iran says deal on Strait of Hormuz is close but not enough to open the waterway

Reuters

Exodus: West Bank hardships drive out Palestinian Christians

Agence France-Presse

US expects deal soon on Strait of Hormuz; Sunni powers unite in defense pact

Reuters

US official: We expect a deal soon between Iran and Oman on Strait of Hormuz

Reuters

Iraqi PM, Saudi intelligence chief discuss regional security as militias delay response

Reuters

Analysis

How Saudi-Turkey-Pakistan pact puts Iran's regional strategy to test

The defense agreement is not an anti-Iran bloc, but it may reflect a deeper regional adjustment to years of Iranian asymmetric warfare as well as uncertainty over US security commitments.

By A correspondent in Tehran

In Tehran, reporting on politics

Lebanon, Israel agree shortlist of countries that could send troops to verify Hezbollah disarmament

Reuters

Analysis

How Turkey is deepening energy and economic ties with Iraq as Iran weakens

Turkey and Iraq are accelerating energy, infrastructure and trade cooperation as the Hormuz crisis increases the strategic value of northern export routes.

By Barin Kayaoglu

In Ankara, reporting on geopolitics and national security

What is the Patriot missile system and why are supplies depleted worldwide?

Reuters

Analysis

FIFA in turmoil: Middle East takes center stage as Infantino fights to stay in power

Amid the backlash to FIFA President Gianni Infantino's controversial investment plan, upcoming World Cup hosts Morocco and Saudi Arabia have starring roles in the drama.

By Samuel Wendel

In Washington, DC, reporting on regional business and tech

Analysis

As pro-Palestinian candidates gain ground, will AIPAC's influence wane?

The American Israel Public Affairs Committee’s influence has weakened in the Democratic Party and may also be at risk among Republicans.

By Adam Lucente

In New York City, reporting on regional news, militancy, climate change

Gaza beekeeper starts again on rooftop amid ruins of war

Agence France-Presse