Ceasefire
Trump weighed return to all-out war with Iran, holds back to save nuclear disarmament deal - report
Trump also reportedly said that he is fine with negotiations with Iran continuing past a previous August 18 deadline for a nuclear deal.
Rubio, eastern Libya General Saddam Haftar discuss unifying country’s military, economy, politics
The Aramco moment returns: Israel’s opportunity in the Gulf - opinion
Moving past a ceasefire: Recognizing Israel is a big step, but 'normal,' says Lebanese diplomat
The strategic significance of the Israel-Lebanon framework agreement - opinion
If successfully implemented, the agreement could have implications beyond Lebanon and potentially inform future disarmament efforts in Gaza.
Israel-Lebanon: The official end of a 78-year war? - comment
Not all wars end with surrender ceremonies, victory parades, or the signing of famous treaties. Sometimes they simply endure, fading into the background until people forget.
A necessary Lebanon deal, undermined by Netanyahu’s delusions - opinion
The Lebanon agreement may be the lesser evil, but Netanyahu’s false claims, erratic monologue, and call for unity raise deeper questions about his fitness to lead.
Iran claims to strike US-linked targets, warns Gulf states not to aid attacks
According to a statement from Iran's Foreign Ministry, the US attack on Iran, and an alleged attack on Lebanon "in coordination with the United States," are both violations of the ceasefire agreement
Washington held an unprecedented upper hand over Iran - then cashed it in - analysis
The new US-Iran memorandum offers Tehran sweeping concessions, but raises questions about whether Washington is relinquishing its leverage before securing meaningful restrictions
Woven with hidden threads: The cultural-religious doctrine behind Tehran's moves - opinion
When one looks at the new Memorandum of Understanding signed between Iran and the United States, it becomes clear that this is not a random diplomatic maneuver.
CENTCOM chief Cooper to visit Zamir as Lebanon ceasefire, withdrawal terms in play
For months in late 2024, the IDF complained that the Lebanese army was afraid of Hezbollah and not nearly aggressive enough in handling issues and complaints.
Israel-Lebanon talks conclude after 11 hours as Rubio reportedly joins effort to secure deal
Italy, France agree on coalition to support Lebanon after UN mission ends • S. Korean ships leave Strait of Hormuz • Iran rejects claim unfrozen funds to be spent in US
US-Iran agreement triggers debate over deterrence collapse and next conflict
This week's Deep Dive episode covers why the next war with Iran may be closer than than we think.
Can Lebanon's army disarm Hezbollah? Inside the new US-backed pilot proposal - analysis
The US had pressured Israel to adhere to a real ceasefire with Hezbollah. In the past, the ceasefires were only in name, and strikes continued against one another.
