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 their piece of land. This has created a complicated region and Jpost's Middle East News simplifies it.

Houthis claim ‘hypersonic’ missile used in Israel attack. What are hypersonic missiles?

The key claim of the missile being “hypersonic” is important to discuss because many countries and now even terrorist groups are claiming “hypersonic” capabilities.

Jordan's King Abdullah to appoint US-educated technocrat as new PM, sources say

Jordan's King Abdullah is set to appoint Jafar Hassan as prime minister, following gains by the Islamist opposition in elections.

By REUTERS
15/09/2024
  Houthi spokesperson Yahya Saree speaks on the ballistic missile launched at Israel

Houthis say 'new hypersonic ballistic missile' launched at Israel, vows more attacks

The Iranian proxy group claimed that "Israel should anticipate more attacks in the weeks leading up" to the October 7 massacre.

Jordan's King Abdullah accepts PM Khasawneh's government residgantion following parliamentary polls

With the resignation of the  Jordan's Prime Minister Bisher Khasawneh a suspected replacement could be Jafar Hassan.

By REUTERS
15/09/2024

How did a Houthi missile evade Israeli and American hi-tech radar?

It is still unclear whether the missile was detected in time and why the Arrow system did not intercept it as planned.

By UDI EZION
15/09/2024

Five key challenges for Israel after latest Houthi missile attack

In the wake of Sunday's Houthi missile attack on central Israel, here are five challenges Israel faces as it continues to confront Iran and its regional proxies.

 The Israeli-Iranian proxy war (illustration)

Houthi missile attack on Israel: Iranian axis is not deterred

Iran wants to push its pawns closer to Israel’s center, and throughout 2024 it has continued to accomplish this strategy.

Egypt prepares to host Houthi delegation in effort to reduce tensions - report

Egypt is allegedly seeking to consolidate its strategic interests amid Houthi maritime attacks, which have significantly affected the Egyptian economy.

Iran says it is open to talks but rejects pressure as US, EU impose sanctions

Araqchi said on Wednesday that Tehran had not delivered any ballistic missiles to Russia and sanctions imposed on Iran by the US and three European powers would not solve any problems between them.

By REUTERS
14/09/2024

UAE does not plan to re-open F-35 fighter jet talks with US, UAE official says

UAE official: "Technical requirements, sovereign operational restrictions, and cost/benefit analysis led to the reassessment at that time, and those considerations underpin our ongoing position."

By REUTERS
14/09/2024
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