Analysis Netanyahu seeks to delay fraud trial ahead of potentially damaging testimony The Israeli prime minister's chances of avoiding conviction on all the charges against him appear to be nil, but he still has options. By Ben Caspit In Tel Aviv, reporting on national security, Israeli politics, defense
Israel’s Ashdod port bounces back from Gaza war setback Israel's Ashdod port is grappling with increased competition, threats from Yemen's Houthis and other regional challenges. Israel
Twitter/X removes verified status of Iranian state media accounts The move followed a report suggesting X may be violating US sanctions by offering paid services to sanctioned Iranian organizations. Iran
Turkey says talks with US on local production of new F-16 ongoing Mutual quest for the swift delivery of the new F-16s increases the prospects of the Turkish co-production offer, an analyst believes. Turkey
Back to roots: India, the Arabian Gulf and the reemergence of West Asia Building personal connections with Gulf leaders has proven instrumental for Modi in fostering stronger ties between India and the region. Gulf
Analysis How Pakistan’s new government will impact Islamabad’s Middle East ties Following Pakistan's general elections on Feb. 8, observers are looking at how a change of government in Islamabad will have direct implications for its neighbors. By Sabena Siddiqui In Karachi, reporting on South Asia, Middle East, Iran
Turkey, Greece formally join German-led defense shield project Turkey reportedly sought to join the initiative, announced by Berlin in 2022, earlier but didn’t receive an invitation. Turkey
Brazil’s Lula signs cooperation deals on Egypt visit, will head to Ethiopia next The Brazilian president met his Egyptian counterpart, Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, attended an Arab League meeting and is seeking to expand the strong trade ties between the two countries. Egypt
Iran's IRGC claims developing stealth drones that 'can hit any vessel' Iranian missiles and drones are believed to have been fired by its regional proxies against Israeli and international ships, as the scope of the Israel-Hamas war expands across the region. Iran
