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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

JUNE 25, 2026|ByDANA BEN-SHIMON

A year ago, the Israel-based Coalition for Regional Security expressed hope that US President Donald Trump could forge a regional alliance for peace, but Gulf analysts do not believe Saudi Arabia and other states would normalize ties with Israel due to the war in Gaza.

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‘A MONSTER’ – Members of the IRGC attend a ground forces military drill in the East Azerbaijan province of Iran in 2022.

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.

MAY 28, 2026|ByRACHEL AVRAHAM

A container ship sails at the Suez Canal, in Ismailia, Egypt March 31, 2021. Suez Canal Authority/Handout via REUTERS

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.

MAY 20, 2026|ByELI AVIDAR

IRANIAN PRESIDENT Masoud Pezeshkian and Chinese President Xi Jinping meet in Beijing, last year.

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

APRIL 28, 2026|ByCARICE WITTE

Turkey attempts to establish a foothold in the Palestinian arena, Arab countries refuse

Turkey proposed a security arrangement plan to Arab states during the Israel-Hamas war's early stages, some Arab nations rejected it.

APRIL 25, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan delivers a speech during a protest against the recent killings of Palestinian protesters on the Gaza-Israel border and the U.S. embassy move to Jerusalem, in Istanbul, Turkey May 18, 2018.

The future of Gaza: Netanyahu's strategic gambit unveiled

A covert Israeli plan aims to establish a military government in Gaza and foster regional ties, eyeing a future Palestinian state and peace with Saudi Arabia.

JANUARY 31, 2024ByBEN CASPIT

Arab nationalism is alive and well in Doha at the World Cup - analysis

The international soccer tournament in Doha has seen an outpouring of support from Arab fans toward the teams of other Arab nations, while Israeli journalists have faced backlash.

DECEMBER 1, 2022ByMOHAMMAD AL-KASSIM/THE MEDIA LINE

Saudi Arabia Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman is received by Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani on the sidelines of the World Cup in Doha, Qatar, November 20, 2022

Qatar shows that Abraham Accords did not change Arab-Israeli relations - analysis

Over the last week, fans from Arab states in Qatar have bullied and boycotted Israeli fans and journalists.

NOVEMBER 27, 2022ByLAHAV HARKOV

A fan displays a Palestine flag in the stands during the FIFA World Cup in Qatar, November 23, 2022

Jeddah summit proves Arabs haven't dumped the Palestinians - PA officials

PA officials said that they were especially delighted to see the Arab leaders reaffirm their support for the Palestinian people and the two-state solution.

JULY 17, 2022ByKHALED ABU TOAMEH

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas and US President Joe Biden react after a statement, in Bethlehem in the West Bank July 15, 2022.

Arab Summit fails to give President Biden what he wants

Jeddah conference produced no strong public front on Iran, no regional security pact, nor any steps toward normalization between Israel and Saudi Arabia.

JULY 17, 2022ByMOHAMMAD AL-KASSIM/THE MEDIA LINE