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Israel continues attacks on Syria, Lebanon despite US push for diplomacy
Israeli artillery attacks, air raids and incursions continue as questions grow over US commitment to ending strikes.
After six months of Iran war, US goals have shifted. The Strait of Hormuz is now a top concern
WASHINGTON (AP) — When President Donald Trump launched the war with Iran in late February, he initially forecast it would last four to five weeks.
The Impossible Middle East
The Middle East is no stranger to conflict. But even by its standards, the last six months have been extraordinarily chaotic.
Qatar’s prime minister to visit Tehran, seeking to revive US-Iran talks
Sheikh Mohammed's visit comes as US-Israel war on Iran nears its sixth month with no diplomatic breakthrough in sight.
Palestinians mourn ‘Camel of Hardship’ artist Sliman Mansour
Palestinians have mourned prominent artist Sliman Mansour at a public funeral in the occupied West Bank.
Qatar PM to visit Tehran to pursue mediation efforts
Qatar, a Gulf neighbour of Iran and a U.S. ally, has served as a back-channel negotiator for the warring parties and played a direct role in securing the June ceasefire that briefly led to a…
Hormuz And The Law Of Diminishing Returns: When Leverage Burns
Hormuz And The Law Of Diminishing Returns: When Leverage Burns Authored by Tamuz Itai via The Epoch Times, For months, the assumption that the Strait of Hormuz was Tehran's ultimate card dominated…
Pro-Israel Democrats picked for top roles on key US House committee
The decision comes at a fractious time for the party amid a growing divide among its voters over US aid to Israel.
Tanker struck by unknown projectile in Hormuz Strait, UKMTO says
This is an entry from: Live: Hegseth says military action still possible in US-Israel war on Iran Tanker struck by unknown projectile in Hormuz Strait, UKMTO says 27 August 2026 02:15 BST A vessel…
Syria’s president makes first Visa payment after sanctions removal
A video shows Syria’s president using a Visa card, one day after the US removed the country from 'terrorism' list.
US strikes Iran's Revolutionary Guard over attack that killed troops in ...
The U.S. military said Sunday it had ended its latest round of airstrikes on Iran, which included targeting Iran's paramilitary Revolutionary Guard over an attack that killed American troops in…
Do Iran’s latest threats to Europe have teeth?
Bulgaria, among Iran’s biggest trading partners in Eastern Europe, is among the European countries Iran considered striking if President Trump escalated the war, The Financial Times reported last…
Iran war live: Qatar PM to visit Tehran; Trump ‘not in a hurry’ over talks
Qatar's PM will meet Iranian officials to discuss ways to de-escalate tensions in the region, foreign ministry says.
Qatari PM to visit Tehran in effort to relaunch mediation
Qatar's prime minister will visit Tehran in an effort to relaunch diplomacy after the US and Iran traded recriminations over Washington's promise to increase economic pressure on Tehran by targeting…
Six Months Into the Iran War, the United States Has No Good Options | Council on Foreign Relations
Six Months Into the Iran War, the United States Has No Good Options Operation Epic Fury failed to produce the quick victory that President Donald Trump predicted and may be remaking the political…
UNRWA chief: Israel seeks to eliminate agency and Palestinian refugee issue
UNRWA chief says the seizure of its training centre is part of Israel’s efforts to eliminate agency and refugee issue
Palestinians demand return of 1,700 bodies held by Israel
Palestinians held vigils across the occupied West Bank demanding the return of Palestinian bodies held by Israel.
What’s behind the SDF’s deal with Damascus?
The Syrian Democratic Forces announces its dissolution after merging with Syria's army.
Gaza at Total Breaking Point, With 2 Million People Still Trapped, Under Attack Despite Ceasefire, New Peace Plan, Speakers Warn Security Council
Gaza’s humanitarian situation is at “an absolute breaking point" ahead of winter, with 2 million people still trapped and families enduring the cold season in rubble and tents, the Security Council…
2026 Iran-China-Russia trilateral strategic pact — Grokipedia
The 2026 Iran-China-Russia trilateral strategic pact is a comprehensive diplomatic agreement signed on January 29, 2026, by representatives of Iran, China, and Russia, emphasizing economic…