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Iranian parliamentarians are preparing legislation that could lead Tehran to withdraw from the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) following Israeli airstrikes that began targeting nuclear facilities and military sites across Iran on June 13.

Iran Considers NPT Withdrawal Amid Israeli Strikes

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Trump Leaves G7 Early as Israel-Iran Conflict Escalates

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Pakistan Denies Iran's Nuclear Retaliation Claims Against Israel

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Israeli Strikes Hit Iranian Media Outlet

Palestinian West Bank Locked Down Amid Israel-Iran War

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Oman

Iran Seizes Oil Tanker Headed for Texas

APR 28 2023APR 2023

Sultan Haitham bin Tariq this week became the first Omani head of state to visit Russia, marking the 40th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two nations during his April 21-22 state visit to Moscow.

Oman's Sultan Makes Historic First Visit to Russia

Iran

U.S. President Donald Trump rejected an Israeli proposal to assassinate Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, according to multiple U.S. officials who spoke anonymously to news outlets, including Reuters and Associated Press.

Report: Trump Vetoed Israeli Plan to Kill Iran's Supreme Leader

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Israel, Iran Ramp Up Attacks; 200 Iranians, 13 Israelis Killed

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Iran Strikes Israel Following Second Round of Israeli Strikes

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Iran Launches Barrage of Retaliatory Ballistic Missiles at Israel

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US Pulls Some Diplomats, Military Families From Middle East Amid Iran Tensions

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Israel

The Wall Street Journal released a report earlier this week claiming that Hamas has named Ezzedin al-Haddad as its new military commander in Gaza following Israel's killing of Mohammed Sinwar last month.

Report: New Hamas Commander in Gaza Named

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Report: Israeli Spyware Used to Target European Journalists

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Reports: IS Attempts Comeback in Middle East

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Argentina to Move Embassy in Israel to Jerusalem in 2026

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Gaza Humanitarian Foundation: Hamas Killed 8 Palestinian Staffers

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Iraq

Australian engineer Robert Pether, 50, was conditionally released from an Iraqi prison after serving more than four years on fraud charges stemming from a contract dispute between his employer CME Consulting and the Central Bank of Iraq.

Australian Engineer Released From Iraqi Prison After 4 Years

Iraq Frees Over 19,000 Inmates Under New Amnesty Law

Islamabad Demands Justice after 8 Pakistanis Killed in Iran

Report: PKK Pledges to Dissolve

Iran-backed Iraqi Militias Consider Disarming Amid US Pressure

Syria

A German court on Monday sentenced Syrian doctor Alaa Mousa, 40, to life imprisonment for crimes against humanity, murder, torture, and war crimes committed at military hospitals in Damascus and Homs between 2011 and 2012 during Syria's civil war.

Syrian Doctor Gets Life Sentence for Assad-Era Torture

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Israel Strikes Syria After First Rocket Attack Since Assad Fall

IS Launches First Attacks Under Syria's New Leadership

US Reduces Syria Military Presence to Single Base

EU Lifts Economic Sanctions on Syria

Jordan

Jordan's Interior Minister Mazin Fraya announced a comprehensive ban on the Muslim Brotherhood on Wednesday, ordering the closure of all offices and confiscation of the group's assets across the country.

Jordan Bans Muslim Brotherhood, Seizes Assets

Trump Reaffirms Gaza Plans Amid Visit from Jordan's King Abdullah II

AOC Challenges Party Veteran for Key House Oversight Role

DEC 7 2024DEC 2024

Trump Floats Plan to 'Clean Out' Gaza

Jordan: Gunman Shot Dead Near Israeli Embassy

NOV 24 2024NOV 2024

Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabian authorities have prevented more than 269,000 individuals without permits from entering Mecca for the annual Hajj pilgrimage, implementing strict measures to control overcrowding and enhance safety during the religious gathering that draws millions of Muslims.

Saudi Arabia Blocks 269,000 Unauthorized Hajj Pilgrims

Saudi Foreign Minister: US and Riyadh Agree to End Gaza War, Release All Hostages

Trump Announces Syria Sanctions Will Be Lifted

Trump Announces $142 Billion US-Saudi Arms Deal

U.S. Drops Israel Normalization Tie to Saudi Nuclear Deal

Turkey

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan met with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Istanbul on Sunday, with discussions focusing on strengthening bilateral cooperation in the defense, energy, and transportation sectors.

Erdoğan, Sharif Meet in Istanbul Amid India-Turkey Tensions

Ukraine: Nine Killed in Russian Drone Strike as Countries Remain Distant in Negotiations

Zelenskyy Again Calls on Putin to Attend Turkey Peace Talks

Russia-Ukraine Delegations Meet for First Time Since 2022

European Council President Pushes Balkans Expansion Amid Turkey Standoff

Yemen

Israeli navy ships launched long-range strikes on Hodeidah port in Yemen on Tuesday, the first time naval forces rather than aircraft were used against Houthi targets. The strikes hit two docks, which Israel claims the Iran-backed Houthis use to transfer weapons for terrorism.

Israeli Navy Strikes Yemen Port, Threatens Houthi Blockade

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Israel Strikes Houthi-Controlled Ports in Yemen

Trump Halts Yemen Strikes After Claimed Houthi Ceasefire Deal

Israel Strikes Yemen's Main Airport in Sanaa

Israel Strikes Yemen's Hodeidah Port After Attack on Tel Aviv Airport

United Arab Emirates

U.S. President Donald Trump this week concluded a four-day Gulf tour after securing deals worth over $2 trillion, including a $200 billion agreement with the UAE, $600 billion investment commitment from Saudi Arabia, and Qatar's $200 billion Boeing aircraft purchase agreement.

Trump Secures $2T in Gulf Deals During Middle East Tour

Disney to Build Theme Park Resort in Abu Dhabi

ICJ Dismisses Sudan's Genocide Case Against UAE

Sudan Cuts Diplomatic Ties With the UAE

UAE Pioneers AI-Powered Legal System in Global First

Qatar

Israel announced on Thursday that it had approved 22 new settlements in the West Bank, the largest expansion in decades. Defense Minister Israel Katz said that the settlements — which are largely seen as illegal under international law — "prevents the establishment of a Palestinian state."

Israel Announces 22 New West Bank Settlements

Qatar-US Air Force One Deal Hits Legal Snag Over Terms

Pentagon Accepts $400M Qatari Jet for Air Force One Use

Israeli Forces Advance in Khan Younis

Rubio: US 'Pleased' with Gaza Aid, But More Needed

Lebanon

Israel conducted airstrikes on Beirut's southern suburbs on Thursday, allegedly targeting underground drone production facilities operated by Hezbollah. This marks the fourth such attack since the November ceasefire. The strikes occurred on the eve of Eid al-Adha, forcing thousands of residents to evacuate the area.

Israel Strikes Beirut on Eve of Muslim Holiday

Hezbollah Alliance Dominates South Lebanon's Municipal Elections

Israeli Strike Kills Hamas Commander in Lebanon

Israel Intensifies Strikes in Lebanon

Israeli Strike on Beirut Kills 4, Including Hezbollah Official

Palestine

Health officials in Gaza said on Wednesday that Israeli forces killed 25 Palestinians seeking aid from a distribution site run by the U.S. and Israeli-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF). Israel said its troops fired "warning shots" at people who "posed a threat."

Israeli Forces Again Open Fire Amid Gaza Aid Distribution

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US Ambassador Says Palestinian State No Longer Policy Goal

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UK Sanctions Two Israeli Ministers Over Gaza Comments

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Netanyahu: Progress Being Made in Gaza Talks

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Gaza Aid Flotilla Coordinator Faces Renewed 'Hamas Operative' Claims

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Kuwait

Kuwaiti citizens on Thursday voted in the country's first national elections under the new Emir, Sheikh Mishal al-Ahmad al-Sabah, amid hopes to end a years-long gridlock between the National Assembly and the royal family.

Kuwait Holds 4th Election in 4 Years

APR 4 2024APR 4 2024

UK: Doctors Strike to Reduce Patient Services for Next 3 Weeks

DEC 19 2023DEC 2023

US, Saudi Arabia Discuss Yemen Peace Efforts

MAY 8 2023MAY 2023

Amnesty: Executions Reach Highest Total in 5 Years

MAY 16 2023MAY 2023

Iran Seizes Second Oil Tanker in a Week Amid US Confrontation

MAY 4 2023MAY 2023

Bahrain

Following a meeting on Sunday between acting Iranian Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani and Bahrain's Foreign Minister Abdullatif bin Rashid al-Zayani, both countries agreed to "establish the necessary mechanisms" to start talks aimed at restoring political relations.

Iran, Bahrain Agree to Resume Diplomatic Ties

JUN 24 2024JUN 24 2024

Al-Shabab Claims Deadly Attack on Military Base in Somalia

FEB 11 2024FEB 2024

US Announces 10-Nation Force to Counter Houthi Attacks in Red Sea

DEC 19 2023DEC 2023

Iranian Warship Arrives in Red Sea

JAN 2 2024JAN 2024

Biden to Visit Israel At 'Critical Moment,' Blinken Says

OCT 17 2023OCT 2023