Regional View Iran-backed Houthis emerge as threat to Israel, US amid Gaza war The Houthis' ability to strike shipping in the Red Sea in the event of an expansion of the Israel-Hamas war makes them a factor in global geopolitics. Gulf
Hezbollah hosts Palestinian factions as warnings surge over Lebanon's volatility Hezbollah and Israel have been trading fire since Hamas launched its surprise attack in southern Israel on Oct. 7, raising fears of a new front in south Lebanon. By Beatrice Farhat In Beirut, reporting on regional news, culture, conflict
Quick Take Israeli airstrikes in Syria mark 4th suspected round since Gaza war The Israeli military said it struck Syrian military targets in response to rocket fire in yet another cross-border flare up, leading to casualties among Syrian forces. Syria
Quick Take Qatar ‘hopeful’ about hostage talks with Hamas as Turkey warns of regional shockwaves As Qatar expresses hope for the release of more Israeli hostages, Turkey’s top diplomat has warned Israel against a ground invasion. Turkey