From strikes to strategy: Netanyahu seeks cover — and credit — in Trump meeting The Israeli prime minister arrives at the White House victorious after Trump's decision to strike Iranian nuclear sites, his trial dates postponed, and Gaza on the radar. Israel
Analysis Limiting inspectors or bargaining chip: Why Iran suspended IAEA cooperation Iran’s latest move raises doubts about the oversight of its nuclear program and could mean a shift away from the nonproliferation framework it has long been bound to. By Rosaleen Carroll In Washington, DC, US, reporting on the Middle East
Analysis How Iran's clerical death threats against Trump undermine diplomatic efforts The already slim prospects for a diplomatic thaw between Iran and the United States were further jeopardized after Iran's top clerical establishment issued religious rulings calling for President Donald Trump's death. By A correspondent in Tehran In Tehran, reporting on politics
Why Netanyahu accepted Trump’s ceasefire deal with Iran In accepting the US-brokered ceasefire with Iran, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu likely weighed operational factors and American pressure alongside significant domestic political considerations. Israel
Analysis Israel hopes for 3 'years of quiet’ under Trump even as Iran nuclear damage estimates vary By Ben Caspit In Tel Aviv, reporting on national security, Israeli politics, defense
Analysis As parliament votes to suspend IAEA cooperation, can Iran afford to abandon NPT? By Rosaleen Carroll In Washington, DC, US, reporting on the Middle East
Analysis Trump’s Iran gambit leaves door open for nuclear talks By Elizabeth Hagedorn In Washington, DC, reporting on diplomacy, regional politics, human rights
Israeli leaders take credit for blocking Iran nuclear deal Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett took credit for the current deadlock in talks between Iran and world powers. Israel
Iranian, Saudi FMs meet in Jordan after months of stalled dialogue The Iranian-Saudi dialogue stalled earlier this year amid the protests in Iran and political tensions in Iraq. Iran
Iraqi PM stresses need for regional reconciliation at summit in Jordan Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani attended the second round of the Baghdad conference today in Jordan and expressed Iraq's willingness to push forward on regional cooperation and partnership. Iraq
Iran FM talks nuclear deal as hard-liners defend bomb deterrence Iran’s top diplomat spoke with the EU foreign policy chief on the revival of the 2015 nuclear deal, but the meeting was strained against the backdrop of deadly unrest at home and hard-liners' push for nuclear weapons. Iran
Bipartisan bill targets US visas for children of Iranian officials New legislation aims to bring pressure on Iranian officials and their family members by denying them entry to the United States. Iran
Analysis Can Biden afford to give up on Iran nuclear deal? US envoy's latest word is Iran is 'not interested,' but the EU reaffirms support for the JCPOA while an IAEA team comes to Iran. By Week in Review
Israel could strike in Lebanon if Iran renews weapons smuggling Iran’s suspected intention to launch an aerial smuggling route from Tehran to Beirut, using civilian flights of an airline operated by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, has prompted concern in Israel. Israel
Netanyahu says peace with Saudis could lead to Israel-Palestine resolution Prime Minister-designate Benjamin Netanyahu in a rare interview with Saudi-owned outlet, called on US to reaffirm alliance with Riyadh, and for Riyadh to enter talks with Jerusalem for normalizing ties. Israel
Israeli intelligence sees genuine, lasting changes in Iran According to Israeli security sources, the blunt breach of human rights in Iran blocks world powers from advancing on a nuke deal. Israel
US unveils sanctions on Turkish businessman over IRGC oil sales The United States designated what it described as an international oil smuggling and money laundering network led by Turkish businessman Sitki Ayan. Turkey
Iran produces pickup truck in compliance with EU emission standards Khodro’s Foton Tunland complies with the European Union’s Euro VI emission standards for heavy vehicles. Iran
The Takeaway: US-Palestinian ties get upgrade ahead of Netanyahu’s return Plus, US diplomats are evacuated from Syria and prospects sink for a revived Iranian nuclear deal. Palestine
