Middle East

The region known as the Middle East has been conquered and reconquered by every super power in the West. This has created a region rich in a culture of resistance and thousands of ethnic groups looking for their piece of land. This has created a complicated region and Jpost's Middle East News simplifies it.

Kuwaiti Emir dissolves parliament following ‘unsatisfying’ election process

“I will not allow anyone to exploit democracy to destroy the state,” stated Kuwaiti monarch in explanation of constitutional measure.

12/05/2024

Powerful Iraqi Shi'ite cleric Sadr girds for political comeback

His return likely planned for the 2025 parliamentary election, could threaten the growing clout of rivals, including Iraqi Shi'ite parties and armed factions close to Iran.

By REUTERS
12/05/2024

Palestinian terror groups meet in Damascus, claim they will fight IDF in Rafah

The report was made to Arab media, which stated that members of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad had met other Palestinian factions in Damascus, though the names of the groups were not specified.

Anti-Zionist Iranian Jewish leaders suffer from 'Stockholm Syndrome' - analysis

Most of Iran's Jewish community rejects leader Rabbi Younes Hamami-Lalehzar, says Iran expert

Hezbollah may be emboldened by US arms decision - analysis

Israel may be playing down the impact of the arms delay, but it is music to Hezbollah’s ears, and the Iranian axis in general.

Iran to change nuclear doctrine if existence threatened, advisor to Supreme Leader says - SNN

"We have no decision to build a nuclear bomb, but should Iran's existence be threatened, there will be no choice but to change our military doctrine," Kharrazi said.

By REUTERS
09/05/2024

Maximum restraint against Iran is too dangerous

Criticizing Israel both for attacking Zahedi and nuclear program is full of logical fallacies.

Iran wants a ‘perfect storm’ to threaten Israel with proxies

Iran’s goal of escalation amid the Rafah offensive has therefore not come to the fruition that Iran wanted.

HRW: US weaponry allowed Israel to kill aid workers in Lebanon

HRW described the attack as unlawful, claiming it was on civilians and that Israel failed to take all necessary precautions.

Is Hezbollah working more closely with the Houthis?

Hezbollah now plays a greater role in deciding where the Houthis allocate funds.

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