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'It's like a cancer': Lebanese journalists on life under Hezbollah's grip
Many Lebanese say they are paying the price for a conflict they neither chose nor control
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Gulf states at crossroads: Navigating the Iran war’s unwanted reality - opinion
Fanning flames of war, Iran appears to activate Gulf terror cells as conflict expands - analysis
Iran attacks pushing Gulf's Arab states toward unity, possible action against Tehran - analysis
Iran has sought to escalate incrementally against Gulf countries over the course of the three-week war.
Iran escalates attacks on Gulf states, targeting key oil and gas facilities
Saudi FM says his country reserves the right to act militarily against Iran and any trust with Tehran has been shattered.
The war in Iran and American interest - opinion
From Washington’s perspective, the war against Iran marks a turning point in its relations with its allies in the Middle East.
Tens of thousands stranded as Middle East airspace closures hit global travel - explainer
El Al cancels regular flights until March 29, with air travel in the Middle East remaining heavily disrupted as the war with Iran forces closures in Dubai, Doha, and Abu Dhabi.
Japan weighs Hormuz escort role as Trump request tests legal limits - explainer
Trump’s call to escort tankers through Hormuz is testing how far pacifist Japan can go, as legal limits and past precedents shape Tokyo’s response.
Israel kills Iran intelligence minister Khatib in latest high-profile strike
Before the assassination was confirmed, two sources gave The Jerusalem Post different indications on the likelihood of the success of the operation, which took place Tuesday night.
South Azerbaijanis condemn Iran’s regional missile attacks, threats - opinion
South Azerbaijanis urge the world to recognize Iran’s destabilizing actions and support regional security.
Saudi Arabia rejects war with Iran and views Israel as a destabilizing force - opinion
The Gulf states see conflict with Iran as a threat to security, prosperity, and long-term plans.
Israelis believe in peace with the Iranian people - opinion
Fifty-five percent of Israelis see potential future ties with Iranian citizens, according to a survey for the Center for Jewish Impact.
Iranian Kurdish dilemma: Should they fight for a free Kurdistan or risk being used? - opinion
As tensions rise with Iran, Kurds face a familiar dilemma: seize opportunity or risk repeating a long history of abandonment by global powers.
