Zelenskyy arrives in Jordan to bolster security ties
The Ukrainian leader’s visit comes after Kyiv agreed to cooperate on defence with Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE.
Arab states should beware of Israel’s hegemonic energy expansion
The Iran war revealed how dependent Israel’s Arab neighbours are on its gas exports.
US approves $16.5bn arms deal to Gulf states amid rising Iran tensions
The proposed deal includes the sale of drones, missiles and radars for Gulf allies, including UAE, Kuwait and Jordan.
What did Arab and Muslim ministers discuss in Riyadh meeting on Iran?
Foreign ministers formulate a unified response to Iranian strikes, asserting their right to self-defence.
Eight Arab, Islamic countries condemn Israeli closure of Al-Aqsa Mosque
For the past 12 days, Israel has closed Al-Aqsa Mosque and restricted movement in the Old City of Jerusalem.
What are the Ukrainian drone interceptors sent to counter Iranian attacks?
Ukraine has battle experience with Iranian-made Shahed drones and has mass-produced cheap interceptors.
US-Israel attacks on Iran: Death toll and injuries live tracker
Preliminary figures are 3,468 people dead in Iran, 3,042 dead in Lebanon, and 28 killed in Gulf states.
What is Greater Israel, and how popular is it among Israelis?
Recent US and Israeli comments on ‘Greater Israel’ trigger regional concerns over sovereignty and territorial expansion.
‘Absurd and provocative’: Huckabee faces firestorm for Israel border stance
Egypt, Jordan and Saudi Arabia denounce US ambassador’s remarks suggesting Israel has right to much of the Middle East.
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