Middle East

The United States has waived a human rights condition attached to $320 million in military financing for Egypt, saying continued security cooperation with Cairo serves US national interests amid the conflict with Iran. Secretary of State Marco Rubio made the determination for funds allocated under the 2025 fiscal year. A letter dated 21 September notified congressional

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has warned that Israel’s enemies could attempt attacks before the country’s 27 October parliamentary election, prompting demands from opposition leaders for more information about the intelligence behind his remarks. Netanyahu delivered the warning during a visit to Tel Nof Air Force Base on Tuesday, 29 September, saying Israel had indications

An Indian airline captain is being praised for his actions after he was stabbed during a Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv on Wednesday, triggering a sharp descent before the aircraft made an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia. Captain Smit Machchhar was seriously injured during the incident but survived and was reported to be

Iran has offered to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days if the United States eases military pressure and lifts its blockade on Iranian ports, raising the possibility of renewed negotiations between the two countries. The proposal was disclosed as Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi attended the 81st session of

Egypt has reaffirmed its opposition to attacks on Saudi Arabia as renewed violence in the region raises concerns about civilian safety, energy supplies and wider instability. Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty delivered the message during a meeting with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan in India on Sunday, September 13. The meeting took place