Iran arrests Ahwazi separatist leader amid war crackdown: What to know The Islamic Republic has detained hundreds of people in Khuzestan province, home to Iran’s largest Arab community. Iran
First round of Lebanon-Israel talks concludes in Washington: What to know Secretary of State Marco Rubio called the meeting a “historic opportunity” to end Hezbollah’s influence in Lebanon. Lebanon
Analysis As Lebanon-Israel talks begin, can Rubio press Netanyahu into ceasefire? "Donald Trump pressured Benjamin Netanyahu into these negotiations...Trump sees what is happening in Lebanon as a troublesome issue that prevents him from addressing the main problem with Iran," an Israeli diplomatic source told Al-Monitor. By Ben Caspit In Tel Aviv, reporting on national security, Israeli politics, defense
Bahrain, Saudi Arabia summon Iraqi diplomats over militia attacks: What to know The United States and Kuwait have likewise criticized Iraq over actions tied to Iran-backed armed groups in the country. Iraq
Interview Ghassan Salame says Lebanon-Israel talks ‘not negotiations,’ Hezbollah disarmament by force ‘illusion’ Ghassan Salame Lebanese Culture Minister
Analysis In talks with Lebanon, Israel seeking guarantees to contain Hezbollah By Rina Bassist In Paris, reporting on Israeli politics and European affairs
Analysis Ahead of Washington talks, Israel has little choice but to accept ceasefire in Lebanon By Ben Caspit In Tel Aviv, reporting on national security, Israeli politics, defense
Houthi attacks continue in Red Sea as US Navy dispatches new destroyers The Pentagon is gearing up for the long haul to deter Iran’s proxies as the Israel-Hamas war drags on. Legacy: Gulf
Explainer: Did investors profit from Hamas attack on Israel? The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange said there was no irregular trading after US researchers noted an increase in short volume and interest of some Israeli securities in the days leading up to Hamas’ deadly incursion. Israel
After Yahya Sinwar sanctions, France looks to deepen EU's anti-Hamas push France announced Tuesday it was freezing the assets of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar for six months, a move it says is a prerequisite for enforcement of European Union sanctions on Hamas leaders. Palestine
Turkey threatens Israel with 'serious consequences' if it targets Hamas on territory The rare public warning by Turkish intelligence came after the country's president shrugged Washington’s push to curb Hamas' fundraising activities in Turkey. Turkey
