Microsoft pumps $1.5B into UAE's G42 amid US-China tech power struggle Washington reportedly threatened to punish G42 if it did not reduce its ties with Beijing and strengthen its US commitments. United Arab Emirates
Iran vows it will respond 'within seconds' if Israel retaliates The latest Iranian attack on Israel in response to a suspected Israeli strike against Iran’s consulate in Syria has set off fears of a full-blown war in the region. Iran
Analysis What’s holding up Israeli retaliation against Iran and what are its options? Israel is in a state of rage after the missile and drone attack by Iran, yet for the moment it seems that no decision has been made on possible military retaliation. By Ben Caspit In Tel Aviv, reporting on national security, Israeli politics, defense
Interview Iraq PM seeks to stay out of regional conflict, calls for US pressure on Israel to end Gaza war In an exclusive interview with Al-Monitor, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani says he has taken “practical measures” to prevent Iran-aligned groups from attacking US forces in Iraq. Mohammed Shia al-Sudani Iraq Prime Minister
Senior US official in Turkey to discuss regional tensions, Erdogan-Biden summit The expected visit of the Turkish president to the White House, along with the escalation of tensions between Israel and Iran, intensifies diplomatic activity between Washington and Ankara. Turkey
Israeli military says it will respond to Iran, weighing 'variety of options' Iran launched an unprecedented attack on Israel on Saturday in retaliation for the suspected Israeli strike that killed senior members of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps in Syria. Israel
What we know about stabbing of Assyrian bishop in Australia A suspect was detained after allegedly stabbing Mar Mari Emmanuel at Christ the Good Shepherd Church west of Sydney, though the motive is not yet known. By Adam Lucente In New York City, reporting on regional news, militancy, climate change
Turkey: Meta temporarily shuts down Threads following government order It remains unclear whether the platform will become available again in Turkey. Turkey
Soaring regional tensions boost Gulf budgets, threaten long-term goals Most of the Gulf’s economic diversification plans still rely heavily on oil and gas revenues, especially in Saudi Arabia, where the most speculative parts of Vision 2030 face a lack of interest by foreign investors. By Sebastian Castelier In Dubai, reporting on regional business
How Iran's attack on Israel is disrupting air traffic The weekend's Iranian attack has massively disrupted air traffic across the region. Israel
