Middle East
Controlled chaos: Terrorism is used as a political tool - opinion
Terrorism isn’t just a security threat; it’s a political tool exploited by actors who profit from instability.
Middle East nations cautious as US military presence grows near Iran - analysis
Massive weeks-long war between US, Iran could begin 'very soon,' Axios reports
Epstein tried to build a powerful network of political figures, business leaders in Middle East
How are Israeli-diaspora tensions shaping current relations?
The hosts delve into the complexity of addressing Iran’s nuclear ambitions, its missile program, and support for regional proxies like Hezbollah.
Through aircraft carriers, Trump speaks the language of power in high-stakes Iran talks - opinion
Trump is gambling that the Iranians will conclude that they are better off making a deal than testing American resolve, and Israel, naturally, has reason to watch all of this with concern.
Largest aircraft carrier in the world sent by US to Middle East as Iran talks continue
This comes after reports that the USS George H.W. Bush would deploy to the region.
Editor's Notes: Iran's threats to America: Why 'America First' must address the IRGC - comment
The US must address Iran’s ongoing aggression. An "America First" policy should target Iran's IRGC and disrupt its global operations to protect American interests.
Netanyahu after Trump meeting: US conditions for Iran must include nuclear weapons, MidEast proxies
He said that although he remains skeptical of any deal with Iran, Trump believes that the conditions for Tehran "may lead them to accept terms that would allow for a good deal."
Will US withdrawal from Tanf in Syria affect region? - analysis
Will a reduction in US forces in the area lead to a power vacuum? Is the new Syrian army prepared to assume the security responsibilities necessary in the desert area where Tanf is located?
Iran rushes to protect Natanz, its most crucial nuclear site, from potential US strike
Tehran may have used the delay in the US's potential strike to make the beneath-mountain facility nearly untouchable.
Iraq nears end of US-led ISIS prisoner relocation as thousands are transfered from Syria
The US-backed Syrian Democratic Forces gave up control of most of eastern Syria, including around 30 ISIS detention facilities, to the Syrian government in January.
Sen. Graham calls Trump 'most consequential' since Ronald Reagan, praises Netanyahu as key partner
Graham praised both leaders' efforts towards a "way forward in the Middle East" following a three-hour White House meeting between the two.
Pentagon prepares second aircraft carrier for possible deployment to Middle East - report
US President Donald Trump reposted the Wall Street Journal's report to Truth Social on Thursday.
