Israel’s Lebanon move raises doubts over gas, Hezbollah and the 2022 maritime deal - analysis
The new buffer zone reflects Israel’s long-term security strategy, with gas concerns secondary to countering Hezbollah.
Israel’s symbolic strikes on bridges and high-rises show limits of military power - analysis
Israel's strikes on bridges and high-rises in Gaza and Lebanon are symbolic, revealing the limits of its military power as Hezbollah and Hamas maintain control in both regions.
The US-Iran negotiations in Pakistan: More talk, less action on critical issues - analysis
A new round of US-Iran talks begins in Pakistan, but key issues like the Strait of Hormuz remain unresolved.
US Treasury goes after Iranian-backed militias in Iraq
Several days ago, the US State Department’s Rewards for Justice program announced a $10 million reward for information on Ahmad al-Hamidawi, the leader of the militia Kataib Hezbollah.
Iran split over Strait of Hormuz as IRGC challenges Foreign Minister Araghchi
“Bad and Incomplete Tweet by Araghchi and Incorrect Ambiguity-Creation Regarding the Reopening of the Strait of Hormuz," the IRGC-linked Tasnim posted on X on Friday.
Has Hezbollah crossed a red line in attack on French UNIFIL soldiers? - analysis
A number of UN peacekeepers have been killed in the recent fighting in Lebanon, including two Indonesian peacekeepers who were killed on March 30 by a roadside explosion, according to the BBC.
Syrian authorities intercept large shipment of 6,000 explosive detonators heading to Lebanon
The detonators could have been used in IEDs and were likely destined for Hezbollah.
Pakistan's role in advancing US-Iran talks watched by Gulf nations amid rising tensions - analysis
Meanwhile, at sea, US Central Command says the US blockade of Iran is working. Iran claims that at least one Iranian supertanker had crossed the blockade line and made it to Iran’s Imam Khomeini port
Syrian President Sharaa hosts Kurdish SDF leaders to talk integration
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa meets with Kurdish leaders to advance talks on the integration of the Syrian Democratic Forces into the national military.
Iraq turns to Syria for oil exports after Hormuz disruptions from US blockade
Iraq is rerouting oil exports through Syria’s Baniyas terminal as its maritime oil shipments face disruptions due to the Iranian and US blockades of the Strait of Hormuz.
