Middle East
Pakistan thought it won the peace. Now, it could be dragged into war.
As events spiral in the Middle East, Riyadh may trigger its mutual defense pact with Islamabad
July 22, 2026
Middle East
Washington Politics
Israel targets X users, right-wing media with $2 million ad push
The effort is part of a $9.9 million contract with Republican strategists to improve views of the country in the US
July 22, 2026
Middle East
With Trump distracted by Iran, Netanyahu is squeezing Gaza
The U.S. administration needs to use its leverage to get Israel to follow through on the ceasefire agreement
July 21, 2026
Middle East
The Houthi blockade puts Trump in a serious bind
The Iran-aligned group wants to halt shipping to and from Saudi Arabia, undermining a Strait of Hormuz alternative
July 21, 2026
Middle East
Gunboat or showboat: Can the Navy truly sustain a long war with Iran?
Trump has reimposed a blockade on the Strait of Hormuz, but to do so, the US will have to concentrate all its deployable ships in one place
July 17, 2026
Middle East
They pressured Carter to invade Kharg Island too. He didn't.
History offers lessons for President Trump as he weighs attacking the strategic oil depot
July 17, 2026
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