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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... Read More their piece of land. This has created a complicated region and Jpost's Middle East News simplifies it. Less

US President Donald Trump seen over an Iranian flag (illustrative)

US to hold Iran responsible for further Houthi attacks, Trump says

Over the weekend, US President Donald Trump posted a backhanded threat to the Houthis and Iran on his platform Truth Social. 

Syrian troops exchange fire with Lebanese army, armed groups in northeast Lebanon

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said he ordered the army to respond to sources of fire from northern and eastern borders with Syria.

By REUTERS
17/03/2025

Syria’s new government confronts Hezbollah

The Syrian government is also trying to deal with the fallout of clashes in Latakia in which numerous civilians were killed by extremists.

Houthi supporters rally to show support to Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, in Sanaa, Yemen

US continues Houthi strikes in complex, asymmetric war

The US has tremendous naval assets in the region, while the Houthis have ballistic missiles and drones.

Longtime Iranian opposition leaders freed from house arrest after 14 years

Karroubi's political ally, former Prime Minister Mirhossein Mousavi, would also be released from house arrest in the coming months.

By REUTERS
17/03/2025

Iran considers Trump's nuclear talks proposal, spokesperson confirms

The Iranian spokesperson noted contradictory signals from the US, which was voicing readiness for talks while also applying new sanctions.

By REUTERS
17/03/2025

US airstrike eliminates Houthi leader's security chief in Yemen

Overnight, US Central Command continued to carry out strikes on the Iran-backed terror group. 

 People visit the burial site of former Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, on the outskirts of Beiru

Syria accuses Hezbollah of kidnapping and executing three soldiers

The Syrian army has clashed with Hezbollah several times since the overthrow of the Assad regime.

Smoke rises from an explosion after a projectile hit a group of buildings. March 15, 2025.

Houthi strikes: Gulf states await US response and regional impact

The US launches strikes on Iran-backed Houthis as Gulf nations monitor the impact, seeking signs of deterrence and regional stability.

Iran disowns Houthis as US airstrikes batter proxy network

Tehran insists the Houthis act independently as US airstrikes intensify—what does this mean for Iran’s proxy network?

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