Netanyahu’s veto and the limits of American power
Trump has the leverage to enforce his Gaza plan. Netanyahu is betting that he lacks the political will to use…
Trump names Will Scharf as White House counsel ahead of midterms
Trump has named White House Staff Secretary Will Scharf as White House counsel, starting from September 1.
Trump signals shift to economic pressure on Iran over new military strikes
US relying on sanctions and naval blockade as oil prices stabilise, easing economic strain on American consumers.
F-16s intercept two aircraft near Trump’s New Jersey golf club
F-16s intercepted two civilian aircraft entering restricted airspace over Bedminster, NJ, where President Trump was.
Israel rejects US-led 15-point Gaza peace plan, says Netanyahu
Trump will have to decide whether to increase pressure on Netanyahu if he wants his Gaza peace plan to succeed.…
How the Late-Night Emmy Became the Anti-Trump Award
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‘No surprise’: Netanyahu rejects US-backed Gaza plan
Palestinian politician Mustafa Barghouti says Netanyahu's rejection of the US-backed Gaza plan is no surprise.
China waits in wings as Mecca pact signals Gulf shift away from US security umbrella
AdvertisementChina-Middle East relationsChinaDiplomacy China waits in wings as Mecca pact signals Gulf shift away from US security umbrella The Nato-style…
War on Iran: Phase II: Day 29
Iran says the Strait of Hormuz will remain restricted unless the US meets a series of demands.