Iran and Oman Advance Deal on Hormuz Control
The Revolutionary Guards say key terms have been agreed, while a senior Iranian source insists there is no final accord.
UN Warns Nigeria over Christian Persecution as Trump Policy Gains Global Traction
A new UN warning to Nigeria over the persecution of Christian women is the latest sign that Donald Trump has scored a major succes…
The Hamas Commander Honored by the UN
Annalena Baerbock joined a UN tribute to fallen staff, only for one of those honored to emerge as a Hamas commander. Germany's for…
Oman and Iran Move Closer to Hormuz Fee Deal
Oman and Iran are closer to an agreement that would allow them to charge ships for services and security in the Strait of Hormuz, …
Why Mali Has Become a Battleground for Jihadists and Global Powers
Mali's conflict now involves jihadist groups, Tuareg separatists, military rulers and foreign powers including Russia and, increas…
Somali Pirates Seize Tanker With Eight Germans Aboard
Suspected Somali pirates have hijacked a Tanzanian-flagged chemical tanker in the Gulf of Aden and taken it to waters off Somalia.…
Welcoming Algerian Migrants: Still Not Enough?
France denied plans to issue 250,000 additional visas to Algerian nationals, but the controversy exposed the contradictions and we…
Why Kuwait, Not Iraq, May Be Iran's Next Invasion Route
Security forces of the Islamic Republic reportedly tried to infiltrate the Arab state's territory as early as May, an incursion Te…
Iran War Opens Door to Saudi Nuclear Ambitions
As Tehran deploys more advanced missiles, Washington is preparing to support a Saudi nuclear program that could give Riyadh uraniu…
Mossad’s Ahmadinejad Plot Could Backfire on Israel
Another week, another breathtaking tale of Mossad genius – this time the alleged turning of a former Iranian president. But do the…
Could a “Boring” General Be Netanyahu’s Nemesis? Gadi Eisenkot Rises
Many Israelis appear to be looking for something rather less exciting than the endless conflict of the Netanyahu years. Now a famo…
Iran Closes Strait of Hormuz as US Resumes Attacks
The US military launched fresh attacks on Iran on Sunday after striking a container ship, prompting Tehran to announce it had once…
Trump Promised 20,000 Troops for Gaza: Morocco Sends 10
Six months after the Gaza ceasefire, the international force meant to secure the territory exists mostly on paper and the mission …
Trump Clashes with Allies at NATO Summit, Offers Kyiv a Patriot License
Following Iran's attacks on oil tankers, the US president ordered a resumption of military operations. NATO rallied behind its str…
NATO Summit in Ankara: Rutte Calls for Defense Revolution
The NATO summit opened in Ankara with Ukraine and defense spending at the forefront as Donald Trump pushed Europe to assume a grea…