Middle East
China and Saudi Arabia agree to deepen coordination and communication, enhance relations
A joint statement did not elaborate on which issues the countries will strengthen coordination, but mentioned China's support for Saudi Arabia and Iran developing and enhancing their relations.
Germany sees reality: Why a Palestinian state is no longer realistic - opinion
Not someday: Israel is ready for a woman prime minister now - opinion
Jewish people are not the smallest nation, but the largest family - opinion
Hamas marks 38 years since its founding, cites October 7 massacre as milestone
In a statement on December 14, Hamas tied its anniversary to the October 7 attacks and alleged Israeli violations of a ceasefire framework, as mediators continued talks on a broader deal.
Syria arrests five ISIS-affiliated suspects over shooting of US, Syrian troops in Palmyra
The attack was barely a month after Syria announced it had signed a political cooperation agreement with the US-led coalition against ISIS.
Executed Iranian nuclear scientist confessed to aiding Israel after torture, threats against mother
Vahid Razavi, a member of the Vadi family, told the dissident media site that Rouzbeh Vadi was detained a year and a half ago after a dispute at work.
From Kyiv to the Golan: The Ukraine-Russia war’s unseen impact on Israel - opinion
The Ukraine war is reshaping Israel’s security, diplomacy, and society, empowering Iran, changing alliances, and redefining the challenges ahead.
IDF kills senior Hamas terrorist Ra'ad Sa'ad in Gaza City strike
Sources within the Military Intelligence Directorate said the IDF strike on Sa'ad came in response to an attack on IDF reservists in the southern Strip, which wounded two.
Syria’s broken energy sector to be repaired through agreements with four Saudi companies
Damascus signs agreements to rehabilitate war-damaged oil and gas fields, boost power supplies, and signal the start of a wider reconstruction push .
IDF renews incursion into Syria's Quneitra Governorate, state media claims - report
The news source's correspondent in the southern governorate claimed that the IDF entered with six military vehicles, searched four houses, and set up four checkpoints in the area.
Iran-backed militias reassert power in Iraq, proving the Islamic axis is still standing
BEHIND THE LINES: Despite setbacks, Iraq’s Iranian-backed militias continue to thrive politically, posing a lasting threat to Israel’s security.
UNRWA is beyond repair, so it's time to move on - opinion
Evidence mounts of UNRWA’s terror ties; the agency must be closed. It is the first step to rebuilding Palestinian society.
Lebanese FM claims Israel intends to carry out military operation
Rajji said in the interview that Beirut was holding diplomatic talks to "prevent the expected Israeli attack."
Gaza plan could force breakthrough between Israel and Pakistan, journalist tells 'Post'
Talking to The Post from Islamabad, Ahmed Quraishi reflects on the backlash to his 2022 trip, Pakistan’s long-hidden points of contact with Israel, and the Gaza deal's historic opportunities.
