More: Middle East
How Hard Has the Iran War Hit Gulf Companies?
Gulf companies are preparing to report second-quarter earnings this week, offering investors the clearest picture yet of how the four-month Iran war has affected...
Syria appoints final lawmakers, new parliament to convene next week
Syria has completed the formation of its transitional parliament after President Ahmed al-Sharaa appointed the remaining lawmakers to the 210-member People's Assembly, allowing the...
Could another Iran war erupt after the US midterm elections?
The interim ceasefire between the United States and Iran has eased immediate fears of a prolonged regional conflict, allowing oil shipments through the Strait...
Will the Israel Lebanon deal bring peace or prolong the Hezbollah conflict?
The new security framework between Israel and Lebanon is being presented as a diplomatic breakthrough aimed at ending hostilities along one of the Middle...
US Iran Deal Threatens Netanyahu’s Political Standing and Regional Influence
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is facing growing political and diplomatic challenges following the U.S. Iran peace framework, which critics say has weakened one...
Japan Government Pushes BOJ to Support Growth, Raising Questions Over Rate Hikes
Japan's government is preparing a long term economic strategy that calls on the Bank of Japan (BOJ) to pursue monetary policies that support private...
Israel and Lebanon Discuss US Backed Troop Withdrawal Plan in Washington Talks
Israeli and Lebanese officials are discussing a U.S. backed proposal that would see Israeli troops withdraw from parts of southern Lebanon and transfer control...
Stocks Stabilize After Tech Selloff as Dollar Hits One Year High
Global stock markets steadied on Wednesday after a sharp technology driven selloff rattled investors earlier in the week. Technology shares showed signs of recovery...
The Lebanon War and the New Push for Regional Peace
The reported progress toward ending the Lebanon war is a rare diplomatic opening in a region exhausted by escalation. That is why mediation by...
Can Lebanon Israel Talks Succeed Under the Shadow of the US Iran Deal?
Lebanon and Israel are beginning a new round of direct negotiations in Washington aimed at ending months of conflict along their shared border. The...