Gulf States
Ukraine downed Iranian drones in Middle East during Iran war, Zelensky claims
In recent years, Ukrainian drone-makers have unveiled and combat-tested several drone interceptors that can sometimes be 3D-printed and cost significantly less than traditional air defense systems.
Tehran’s greatest blunder - opinion
Pakistan sending troops to Saudi Arabia could shift tide in war against Iran - opinion
IMF warns Strait of Hormuz might never be back to normal
Turkey, Pakistan emerge as mediators as Iran war reshapes Middle East order - analysis
Regional powers are positioning themselves to mediate the Iran conflict, with Turkey and Pakistan seeking a role in easing tensions and shaping the post-war order.
Donald Trump claims Iran seeks deal, Abbas Araghchi rejects negotiations
The conflicting statements came as the economic and humanitarian toll of the war mounted, with fuel shortages spreading worldwide, sending companies and countries scrambling to contain the fallout.
Low chance for US-Iran deal, but Trump 'can always surprise us,' Israeli officials tell 'Post'
Israeli officials say a US-Iran deal remains unlikely, but fear President Donald Trump could still declare a temporary ceasefire as talks continue.
Europe within Iran missile range, but experts question real strike capability
Iran’s indirect retaliation could blend cyber sabotage, arson, and proxy hits on soft targets like energy grids, Jewish sites, and dissidents, alongside an ongoing missile threat.
UAE security under fire: Lessons from regional crises, Arab divisions - opinion
National security cannot be managed through political play-acting but rather through precise calculations of power.
A new Marshall Plan: Israel, Gulf States in a new Middle East development plan - opinion
International development is not philanthropy; it's the new realism of the Middle East.
Asia is most affected continent by Strait of Hormuz closure, with 80% of Gulf energy imports
A New York Times report revealed that Asian countries are entering an energy crisis due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, while Western nations will feel the economic effects of the war.
Strait of Hormuz: The 40-kilometer chokepoint holding the world economy hostage - analysis
The short-term disruptions and long-term transformations in the world’s most critical energy corridor
Israel's endurance buys Iranian isolation - editoral
Israelis face mounting costs from the war with Iran, but regional signals suggest Tehran is becoming more isolated across the Middle East.
Bahrain pushes UN action on Iran, Strait of Hormuz tensions rise
The draft explicitly condemns attacks and threats against commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting their impact on international trade, energy security, and the global economy.
