Middle East
Saudi Arabia considers introducing cheaper insurance to increase shipping in Middle East - report
Saudi Arabia, like many countries in the region, has had its economy severely impacted by the war. The Saudi Finance Ministry is considering offering a cheaper insurance option to revive shipping.
Iran pressure builds: Israel boosts coordination as new security concerns emerge
Strategy or physical withdrawal: What does Washington’s shift from airstrikes to sanctions signify?
Several oil companies to avoid using ships on Iran's blacklist over security concerns, sources say
US to hold off on Iran strikes 'for now,' Rubio says, as IDF, USAF heads meet
Gulf countries reportedly export oil despite Iranian blockade of Hormuz • Five killed in Gaza strikes, Palestinian media claims • Strait of Hormuz cleared of mines by US, official tells 'Post'
Trump sends Saudi nuclear deal to Congress but says Riyadh must recognize Israel
US President Donald Trump maintained that Saudi Arabia must join the Abraham Accords for a deal to come through, a US administration official told Reuters.
China’s quiet rise in the Middle East’s new power struggle - opinion
The new Saudi-Turkey-Pakistan alliance signals a shifting Middle East – and China may be the biggest winner as regional powers seek new security partners.
Supporting the death penalty: Where Israel and Hezbollah interests align - opinion
After 22 years without an execution in Lebanon, its Parliament voted to abolish the death penalty, making it the first Arab country in the Middle East to scrap capital punishment formally.
Hezbollah MP calls on Islamic countries to unite against Israel during meeting with Iran's Araghchi
Fadlallah, a senior member of Hezbollah’s Loyalty to the Resistance parliamentary bloc, complained of Israel’s alleged “expansionist ambitions” and expressed gratitude toward Iran.
US preparing to send diplomats back to Middle East embassies after Iran war evacuations - report
Foreign Service officers could begin returning to their posts as early as this week, according to the report.
'Predictable risks': Two more US senators call for independant probe into naval warship conditions
The senators granted Hegseth and Cao until September 1 to provide answers and open an inquiry into the issues reported onboard the USS Gerald R. Ford, USS Abraham Lincoln, and the USS Benfold.
Will we forever live by the sword? - opinion
A deeper look at the heritage and history of the Jewish people teaches us that this is not merely a random sequence of disasters, persecutions, and wars.
Hezbollah’s pledge of allegiance to Mojtaba Khamenei - opinion
Hezbollah’s swift pledge of allegiance provides Mojtaba with a seal of approval from the Iranian regime’s most important strategic asset and assists him in projecting continuity.
'This is Beirut': Lebanese ready for peace with Israel, drinks in Tel Aviv, analyst tells 'Post'
Contrary to public statements, Selena Ryan told the Post she has received many messages from Shia Muslims, in addition to messages from other sects, in Lebanon expressing desire for peace.
