Hezbollah chief says 'inevitable' response to Lebanon blasts coming Hassan Nasrallah’s speech comes after a series of pager and walkie-talkie blasts across Lebanon, increasing fears that Israel will launch a wider war in the country nearly one year into ongoing cross-border fire between Israel and Hezbollah. Lebanon
From Taiwan to Hungary: What we know about manufacturing of Hezbollah pagers Companies in Hungary, Bulgaria and Taiwan have been linked to Israel’s detonation of pagers used by the group. Lebanon
Analysis Following defense deal, can Turkey, US split difference over Cyprus, East Med? The new defense cooperation agreement between the United States and Cyprus has displeased Turkey. By Barin Kayaoglu In Ankara, reporting on geopolitics and national security
Israeli indicted for espionage in alleged Iran scheme to kill PM, defense minister Israel Police and Shin Bet suspect that Moti Maman traveled twice to Iran, where he was asked to help carry out a plot to assassinate Prime Minister Netanyahu, Defense Minister Gallant or another senior officials. Israel
Saudi crown prince says no Israel normalization without Palestinian state The crown prince's comments follow the kingdom's top diplomat saying that any deal with Israel would require a pathway toward a Palestinian state. Saudi Arabia
Analysis UAE president to visit White House as frustrations mount over Gaza endgame Abu Dhabi has hardened its stance on Israel as Gulf states consider their role in rebuilding Gaza. By Jennifer Gnana In Dubai, reporting on Gulf energy policy and politics
