Middle East

At the initial stage, passage will be limited exclusively to Gazans, while foreign journalists will continue to be barred from entering the enclave

"Iran is talking to us, and we’ll see if we can do something, otherwise we’ll see what happens … We have a big fleet heading out there. They are negotiating."

Trump branded al-Maliki a "very bad choice" for Iraq, arguing that his previous presidentship, between 2006 and 2014, brought only "poverty and total chaos"

“Contrary to the atmosphere being created by artificial media warfare, the formation of a structure for negotiations is underway"

Also on Saturday, four people were reportedly killed in the explosion in Ahvaz, near the Iraqi border. Details were not available.

Jerusalem does not rule out that President Trump is pursuing “gunboat diplomacy,” seeking an agreement through military pressure

"Both sides have taken courageous steps: Syrian gov't in extending meaningful inclusion and rights, the Kurds in embracing a framework that honors their contributions while advancing the common good"

"We see that Israel is trying to persuade the U.S. to launch a military attack on Iran. These Israeli efforts have the potential to severely damage the already fragile stability of our region."

EU ministers approve new sanctions on Iran, targeting crackdown leaders and backing for Russia; IRGC expected to be labeled a terrorist group

"He had promised to improve the situation. The government must keep its commitments," Homayoun Sameh said, emphasizing that the worsening economic difficulties are fueling public frustration.

The IDF released data showing that humanitarian aid entering the Strip far exceeds assessed needs, with officials warning the surplus is indirectly benefiting Hamas

Reports indicate US President Trump is considering a range of strike options against Iran, from targeted attacks on regime figures to broader strikes on missile and nuclear sites.

Hamas says it is prepared for a “complete transfer of governance” in Gaza to a national committee responsible for civil affairs and public services

Hamidreza Sabet Esmailipour was convicted of espionage and intelligence cooperation, according to Iran's judiciary

In response, Iran says it stands ready for dialogue but warns it will defend itself if provoked

A senior Iranian military official warned that U.S. aircraft carriers approaching Iranian waters could become “easy targets,” claiming Tehran has full control over the maritime environment

As Iran’s 1979 Islamic Revolution erupted, Israel evacuated nearly all of its citizens from Tehran amid escalating violence, leaving just 33 diplomats and security personnel behind

Iraq’s parliament will vote Tuesday to elect a new president, a largely ceremonial role that will nonetheless shape the country’s political future by naming the next prime minister

“When Trump threatens to kill Khamenei, it means he is threatening tens of millions because he is their leader,” Hezbollah's leader said

Reports indicat Iran has deployed Revolutionary Guard units and advanced coastal defenses along its southern coastline, including near the Strait of Hormuz, amid rising tensions with the US

Iranian-backed Houthis in Yemen have released a video showing a burning vessel alongside the word “Soon.” The warning comes as the United States deploys the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln

Yousef Pezeshkian, has urged authorities to lift Iran’s internet blackout imposed after recent protests, warning that delaying the flow of information would only fuel public anger

Former UN envoy sees American strike as certain, warns of nuclear deal motive

Senior US official tells Fox News digital strike group not yet positioned for Iran strikes