Arab states
Xi Jinping warns against great-power conflict in the Gulf as China, Oman eye trade pact
Last week, China's Foreign Ministry said the country will soon be dispatching its special envoys to the Middle East to promote engagement and de-escalation.
The Palestinian national movement has yet to accept Israel’s right to exist - opinion
Colombia sees criticism from Arab states after recognizing Israeli sovereignty over Golan Heights
Egypt not Arab country using diplomacy to lower Israel's guard, Netanyahu adviser says
From hatred to humanity: How we can bring real peace to the Middle East - opinion
We can, and must, imagine an Arab and Muslim leadership built on humility rather than defiance and education that promotes tolerance and peace.
Pause, not peace: Left out of talks, Gulf states brace for next round of Iran war
Arab analysts, policymakers say the agreement may reduce tensions temporarily, but it does little to address concerns over Iran’s regional influence, missile program, and support for proxies
Iran’s extremist ideology raises global security concerns - opinion
From Israel to South Asia, fears are growing that Iran’s ideological influence is fueling extremism and instability.
Israel needs a Suez alternative, the Ben-Gurion Canal offers one - opinion
The Ben-Gurion Canal would give the world a new trade route while boosting Israel’s economy and strategic power.
China should be a factor in Israel's policy strategy - opinion
The Jewish state needs to realize that Beijing often shapes the environment around a decision rather than the decision itself, which is how China has leverage over Tehran
Trump interested in calling on Arab states to help pay for Iran war, White House says
Leavitt warned that anything Iran says to Washington privately will be tested and that the US would ensure that Tehran is held accountable to its word.
Gulf sources warn incomplete US strikes could leave Iran a lasting threat to oil routes - analysis
"There is a wide feeling across the Gulf that Iran has crossed every red line with every Gulf country,” said Abdulaziz Sager, chairman of the Saudi-based Gulf Research Center.
If Iran’s clerical regime falls, Israel faces its tough strategic test - opinion
Israel cannot assume Iran’s collapse brings peace; it must understand the need for strategic planning.
IDF reveals connection between Hamas, ousted Assad regime in letters, documents
The letters include correspondence between senior Hamas officials, including Yahya Sinwar and Ismail Haniyeh, Hassan Nasrallah, and Mohammad Saeed Izadi.
America’s Middle East commitments must come with clear reciprocity - opinion
If Trump’s goal is lasting stability, he must address his longstanding blind spot toward the Islamist leaderships of Qatar and Turkey.
