Middle East
USS Roosevelt, Marines set to deploy to Mideast ahead of midterm elections, US official to 'Post'
The move means that, until the US midterm elections, President Donald Trump will have significantly greater military capabilities and a wider range of options for potential action against Iran.
Ben-Gvir to demand extradition of flydubai pilot to Israel after attempted terror hijacking
El Al, Israir operate Dubai rescue flights following flydubai suspension, tickets set from $249
The flydubai passengers have returned home safely, and that is all that matters for now - editorial
Witkoff, Kushner meet mediators as Iran sets demands for reopening Hormuz
Talks over the Strait of Hormuz advanced as Iran submitted reopening terms and Witkoff and Kushner met mediators pursuing an agreement.
A request for Israel amid elections: Help us help you - opinion
Israel’s political culture has always been robust, direct, and intensely democratic. Its representative democracy remains an extraordinary example – not only in the Middle East but far beyond it.
Syria and Iraq at the UNGA: Two key Arab states seek inroads at NY meeting - analysis
Both Iraq and Syria are at a crossroads. The meetings at the UN suggest they are seeking a new future for the region. If they can't bring home the investment they need, difficult times lie ahead.
Qatar attempting to distance itself from Hamas, looking to West, expert tells ‘Post’
Dr. Ariel Admoni maintained that he had not seen a drastic change in the West's attitude, which still seems willing to accept Qatar’s "peace-maker" image.
Iran ready to reopen Strait of Hormuz if US eases military pressure, lifts blockade
An Iranian official said that Tehran would welcome a revival of diplomacy if Washington takes tangible steps.
More Yemenis expected to flee from upsurge in fighting, UN says
A UNHCR response plan for Yemen was less than 20% funded before the renewed violence caused a surge in needs, a statement said.
Iranian children to be recruited for Islamic Republic’s ‘self-sacrifice’ campaign
The campaign’s spokesperson said it was centered on the cultural slogan, “We have one life, and we give it for Iran,” which he acknowledged had drawn international criticism.
Israel monitoring efforts to disarm Iraqi pro-Iranian Shi'ite militias, concerned they may attack
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) is seeking to preserve its strategic alliance with the militias, as well as with the Houthis and Hezbollah.
Saudis may seek help from Israel as current alliances prove insufficient against Houthis - analysis
As the campaign continues, Israeli officials assess that Israel's air defense and AI capabilities could also become part of Saudi Arabia's broader considerations.
Houthis push for control of Yemen highlands as Trump is said to have called off strikes
According to the United Nations, nearly 700 people have been killed and thousands injured in the fighting.
