Iran says nuclear talks gauged 'seriousness' of US
Talks showed enough understanding to warrant further discussions, Iran's Foreign Ministry claims.
Middle East
US-Saudi meeting in sets high hopes for Syria’s role in next phase of anti-ISIS effort - analysis
CENTCOM chief praises Lebanese army for discovering, dismantling Hezbollah tunnel network
Indonesia to be first peacekeeping contributor to Gaza's International Stabilization Force - KAN
Iran arrests at least four reform front politicians
Iran’s Islamic Iran Nation’s Union Party called for the release of Azar Mansouri after her arrest amid a widening crackdown on reformist figures.
Over 65,000 aid trucks have entered Gaza since October ceasefire, COGAT says
Delivered aid included tents and tarps, humanitarian staff, and the evacuation of Gazans in need of medical treatment and those with dual citizenship.
Why is Saudi Arabia investing billions in Syria’s economy? - analysis
Syrian officials described the move as the largest influx of investment since the US sanctions were lifted.
Foreign ministers from Muslim, Arab countries denounce Israeli West Bank bill to expand control
A group of Arab and Muslim states condemned Israel’s latest Security Cabinet decisions on West Bank land policy, planning authority, and enforcement powers.
Syrian officials attend anti-ISIS coalition talks in Saudi Arabia
Syrian officials attended meetings of the International Coalition to Defeat ISIS in Riyadh on February 8 to 9, marking Syria’s growing role in the US led alliance.
Iran could dilute 60% enriched uranium if all US sanctions lifted, nuclear official says
Earlier this week, Tehran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said a complete halt to uranium enrichment was absolutely unacceptable to Iran.
Egypt’s Sisi visits UAE amid Gulf tensions and regional challenges - analysis
Sisi’s visit to the UAE underscores Egypt’s role in Gulf diplomacy, regional security, and Gaza, amid Saudi-UAE tensions and shifting Middle East alliances.
Iraq faces renewed security concerns as ISIS detainees are transferred from Syria - analysis
Iraq is taking in thousands of ISIS prisoners from Syria, raising concerns over security in border provinces and testing the country’s ability to contain militant threats.
Khamenei's advisor to visit Oman as US tells Iran it expects 'meaningful' talks
During the visit, Larijani will meet with senior Omani officials to discuss “the latest regional and international developments and bilateral cooperation at various levels,” the report said.
Iran expert: This is why Iran will never give up its ballistic missile program
Iran is not seeking a military confrontation with the United States, but the key question is what Tehran is willing to concede to avoid one
