Pentagon formally accepts Qatar’s luxury megajet for Trump: What to know

Qatar's offer to provide the US president with $400 million aircraft is likely to reinforce Democratic opposition to recently announced major arms sales to the Gulf kingdom.

United States

3 killed in attack on Russia’s Hmeimim base in Syria: Monitor

Russia is aiming to maintain its military bases in Syria following the ouster of President Bashar al-Assad, while a number of Syrians are currently sheltering at the Hmeimim air base.

Syria

Mahmoud Abbas declares from Lebanon ‘era of weapons outside state' over

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas is in Lebanon for a high-level visit that will focus on the spread of weapons inside Palestinian camps and ways to remove them.

Lebanon

Newsletter: Daily Briefing

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas arrives in Lebanon

Rising international pressure on Israel amid Gaza aid delays, Iran’s Khamenei defies US uranium demands, and escalating tensions follow a Russian airbase attack in Syria’s Mediterranean region.

By Rosaleen Carroll

In Washington, DC, US, reporting on the Middle East

Newsletter: Palestine

Abbas’ Lebanon visit: Turning point or reinforcement of old divides?

The timing, the messaging and the potential outcomes of the visit have sparked intense debate among Palestinian political observers.

By Daoud Kuttab

In Amman, reporting on Palestinian politics

'Unacceptable': EU slams Israel over 'warning shots' fired at diplomats in West Bank

The Israeli military expressed “regret for the inconvenience” after firing near a delegation in Jenin, but the incident could further strain ties between Israel and Europe.

Israel

What's next for US-Iran nuclear talks as Khamenei holds firm on enrichment?

As American bombers withdraw from the region and threats of a military strike ease, the Iranian leader hardened his stance, vowing that Tehran will pursue its nuclear enrichment program "without anyone's permission."

Iran

Analysis

First in 8 years: Abbas visits Lebanon amid push to disarm Palestinian camps

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas is en route to Beirut, where authorities have intensified pressure on Hamas operatives.

By Beatrice Farhat

In Beirut, reporting on regional news, culture, conflict

Analysis

'We were wrong': Israel misreads Trump 2.0 as storm brews with Europe

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces growing pressure to end his current Gaza campaign, not only by the international community but by the Trump administration as well.

By Ben Caspit

In Tel Aviv, reporting on national security, Israeli politics, defense

Turkey’s intel chief Kalin makes surprise visit to Syria, meets Sharaa

Kalin's visit comes as a Turkish delegation arrives in Washington to discuss sanctions relief on Syria with the Trump administration.

Turkey

Two Israelis arrested for allegedly spying for Iran on Katz: What to know

The police and Shin Bet said that since the beginning of the year, they have foiled 20 cases of Israelis spying for Iran, with 30 individuals indicted.

Israel

Netanyahu slams France, UK, Canada for asking Israel to 'stop' Gaza war

A sharp exchange between Israel and its Western partners over Gaza policy unfolded Monday, with Netanyahu slamming calls to halt military action just as a new Israeli offensive reportedly killed more than 100 Palestinians in less than two days.

Israel