Gulf States
Tehran threatens strikes on energy, civilian targets, and nuclear escalation if attacked
Tehran aims to cause even more pain in the case of a renewed campaign, especially at a time when interceptor missile stockpiles are under pressure in Israel and in US-aligned nations in the Gulf.
What is Pakistan's army chief doing in Iran as tensions with US escalate? - analysis
Yemen's Houthis vow more attacks on Saudi airports, oil facilities after Aramco HQ hit
Iran fortifies nuclear sites, rebuilds missile arsenal as it prepares for the next war - analysis
Gulf media delays reporting on flydubai hijacking, consider Israeli sources unreliable - analysis
While Israeli officials increasingly view the incident as an attempted hijacking and a disaster that was narrowly avoided by heroes on the plane, many in the Gulf appeared wary of reporting details.
Arab media reactions to flydubai hijacking attempt mixed between cautious, sensational
In the first hours of Arab media coverage, a clear divide emerged. As reports spread beyond Dubai, additional and increasingly serious claims emerged.
Schools in Riyadh move to remote learning without warning amid renewed Saudi-Houthi tensions
The academic calendar shows that the current week was scheduled as a regular school week after the Saudi National Day holiday on September 23 and 24.
Israel’s October 7 lesson: How a state can survive in a volatile Middle East - opinion
The Middle East offers no permanent security guarantees. States must prepare not only to deter war, but to survive it and keep functioning when defenses fail.
Tehran threatens regional airports complying with US flight ban targeting Iranian airlines
“If a country cooperates with or embarks on adventures with the United States, its airports will no longer be able to operate flights,” Rezaei threatened.
Iran demands US pull sanctions as condition to end war, leaders at UNGA criticize Israel
Iran warns US against attacking after Trump's threats at UN • Iranian President Pezeshkian lands in New York • Trump praises Middle East partners for 'successes' in the region
Trump’s meeting with Arab states on UN sidelines displays US Mideast strategy during war - analysis
The meeting included leaders from Jordan, Syria, Iraq, Qatar, and Turkey, as well as officials from Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Lebanon, Egypt, the UAE, and other countries.
How Arab-Israeli air defense coordination is developing into a regional security shield - analysis
Iranian and Houthi attacks led to close cooperation between the US, Israel, and regional partners against the ballistic missile and drone threat. This laid the foundations for what came next.
Jordanian, Qatari, Turkish leaders denounce Israel's West Bank, Gaza policies at UNGA
Iran allegedly prepares to strike back at US targets • Iranian airlines cut off from global system • UK commits air defenses to Saudi Arabia
IDF reportedly raids several areas in West Bank after one killed in Neveh Tzuf terror attack
Trump calls off planned US strikes on Houthis at last minute after Saudi plea • Iran says it has new targets, weapons ready if US launches new attack, Fars news says