Former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett has criticised Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, claiming he no longer has full control over his government and is increasingly reliant on coalition partners to remain in power. Speaking in an interview with broadcaster Mario Nawfal, Bennett said far-right ministers Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich, along with ultra-Orthodox political parties, […]
Middle East
Israeli airstrikes kill civilians in Gaza tents
Israeli airstrikes on areas sheltering displaced Palestinians in the Gaza Strip have reportedly killed at least six people, including a young mother and her one-year-old child, as the humanitarian situation in the enclave continues to deteriorate. According to Arab media reports, the latest strike targeted tents housing displaced families in the Al-Mawasi area of southern […]
Iran, Oman discuss Hormuz amid stalled US talks
Iran and Oman have held discussions on the management of the strategically important Strait of Hormuz as uncertainty continues over the future of nuclear-related talks between Tehran and Washington. Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi said on Monday that no technical meetings with the United States are scheduled in the coming days, indicating a pause […]
US and Iran agree to pause attacks, resume talks
The United States and Iran have agreed to halt attacks against each other and resume negotiations aimed at ending the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, according to a US official. The announcement follows several days of renewed military exchanges despite a memorandum of understanding (MOU) signed on June 17 to reduce tensions. The agreement […]
Iran and US tensions deepen despite fragile peace deal
Fighting between Iran and the United States intensified despite an interim peace agreement signed less than two weeks ago to end their four-month conflict. Both sides accused each other of violating the deal as fresh military strikes, missile attacks and sharp warnings further weakened hopes for lasting stability across the Gulf region. Shortly after US […]
US brokers Israel, Lebanon framework agreement
Israel and Lebanon have signed a US-brokered framework agreement aimed at laying the groundwork for a lasting peace after months of cross-border conflict, with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio describing it as the first step toward restoring stability in the region. The agreement was signed in Washington by the Israeli and Lebanese ambassadors to […]
Trump signals response after alleged Iranian attacks on a ship
US President Donald Trump has indicated that Washington could respond to what he described as multiple Iranian attacks on a ship, saying the incidents were unacceptable and that any decision on retaliation would become clear in due course. Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump said he was displeased by what he claimed were […]
Qatar rejects support for Hormuz transit fees plan
Qatar has indicated it will not support any proposal to impose transit fees on vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz, with Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani emphasizing the importance of maintaining free and secure access to one of the world’s most critical maritime routes. In an interview with a […]
Erdogan, Iraqi PM discuss stronger cooperation and regional issues
Ankara: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi held a telephone conversation to discuss bilateral relations, regional developments and opportunities for deeper cooperation between their countries. According to Türkiye’s Communications Directorate, the two leaders exchanged views on a range of regional and global issues while reaffirming their commitment to strengthening ties […]
US, Iran agree on roadmap after tense peace talks
The United States and Iran have agreed on a roadmap toward a final peace agreement after high-stakes talks in Switzerland, despite tensions sparked by renewed disputes over the Strait of Hormuz and fresh warnings from US President Donald Trump. The negotiations, mediated by Qatar and Pakistan, concluded with what officials described as “positive and constructive” […]