Middle East news and analysis for U.S. readers: Israel, Gaza, Iran, the Gulf states, Yemen and the Red Sea — what is happening and why it matters to America.
Gaza’s U.S.-backed ceasefire still holds on paper, but satellite analysis shows Israel building outposts and moving past the withdrawal line. What it means next.
Talks to reopen the Strait of Hormuz have stalled after Trump rejected Iran’s proposal. Why the deadlock raises the risk of war, oil spikes and shipping chaos.
The U.S.–Iran standoff over the Strait of Hormuz is rattling oil markets. How the crisis could raise gas prices, disrupt shipping and hit the global economy.
During the 2026 Israel–Iran war, Israel reportedly sent an Iron Dome battery to the UAE. Why it happened and what it reveals about new Middle East alliances.
The 2025–2026 Israel–Iran war was also an air-defense war. How Iron Dome, David’s Sling, Arrow and U.S. systems fared against Iran’s missiles and drones.
Houthi forces captured Yemen’s port of Mocha near the Bab el-Mandeb. Why it could threaten Red Sea shipping, global trade and U.S. security interests.
