Middle East

The region known as the Middle East has been conquered and reconquered by every super power in the West. This has created a region rich in a culture of resistance and thousands of ethnic groups looking for... Read More their piece of land. This has created a complicated region and Jpost's Middle East News simplifies it. Less

Is Egypt violating the Camp David Accords? Israel raises concerns

Israel questions Egypt’s growing military presence in Sinai, citing potential violations of the 1979 peace agreement.

19/02/2025
Palestinian security personnel and mourners seen in the West Bank city of Nablus, December 27, 2024

Trump administration cuts all funding for Palestinian security forces

Trump administration cuts all aid for Palestinian security forces, delaying key training programs.

Egypt’s calculated pushback: How Cairo is shaping the Gaza displacement debate

Cairo stages public opposition to Gaza displacement while leading efforts to clear rubble and plan for reconstruction.

Iran hosts PIJ leader and Iraqi militia chief in show of regional alliance

PIJ held some hostages in Gaza, and in many cases, it appears hostages held by the group were treated even more brutally than those held by Hamas. Iran is now positioning PIJ for increased activity.

 Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian welcomes Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, in Tehr

Qatar Emir’s Tehran visit signals key diplomatic moves amid US policy shifts

It’s likely that Doha may also be discussing the Iranian nuclear file because Doha could play a key role in any kind of US talks with Iran.

Iran seeks to strengthen ties with Caspian, Gulf states through new corridor

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian met with officials from Azerbaijan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan during the 3rd Caspian Economic Forum.

 The Israel-Premier Tech team participating in the UAE Tour, February 17, 2025.

Israel-Premier Tech cycling team kicks off UAE Tour with high hopes and a message of unity

Racing in the Emirates since before the Abraham Accords, IPT continues to promote peace through sport.

IRGC commander: Iran poised for conflict, developed advanced missile arsenal

Hajizadeh justified ballistic missile attacks against Israel, saying it was due to Israel's "misconception that Iran would not take direct action."

IRAQI JEWS in Israel protest their counterparts’ persecution under the Ba’ath regime. (Fritz Cohen)

'Ensuring their story is remembered': Report highlights forgotten exodus of Iraqi Jews

The report comes amid discussions on population transfers in the Middle East, following US President Donald Trump’s proposal for Gaza relocation.

Hamas is acting as if Israel is no longer what it used to be

Hamas feels it has support internationally and also in various places such as among human rights NGOs that do not condemn its treatment of the hostages.

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