Khalil al-Hayya has been elected as the new head of Hamas, ending a nearly two-year leadership vacuum after Yahya Sinwar's assassination. Al-Hayya, seen as a pragmatist, won by a single vote against Khaled Meshaal and may facilitate US-led negotiations on Gaza's future.
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov discussed the implementation of a memorandum of understanding, stressing the US responsibility for its proper execution and the need to stop Israeli attacks on Lebanon. They also emphasized the importance of international support for this understanding and continued diplomatic cooperation in the region.
An analyst argues that US policy has shifted from brokering peace deals to enabling Israeli hegemony, hindering genuine peace. The US's unconditional support for Israel's aggressive stance, exemplified by the Abraham Accords, alienates Arab states and risks US influence in the region.
وزير الخارجية الإيراني يؤكد على مسؤولية واشنطن في تطبيق الاتفاق ووقف العدوان الإسرائيلي على لبنان، وسط قصف متبادل بين حزب الله وإسرائيل.
Following alleged Iranian attacks, Gulf Arab states condemned Iran, with Kuwait reducing diplomatic ties. Tehran vows immediate retaliation to any hostile act, blaming US-Israeli aggression and US bases in the region for its attacks on Israel. Gulf states deny facilitating attacks.
Following Iranian threats of immediate retaliation for any hostile act, Gulf Arab states condemned Iranian "aggression." Kuwait decided to reduce its diplomatic representation with Iran. Tehran claims US bases in the region were used in attacks against it and to intercept Iranian missiles targeting Israel, a claim denied by Gulf states.
Iran vows immediate retaliation for any hostile act, while Gulf states condemn Iranian "aggression." Kuwait reduces Iranian diplomatic representation. Tensions are fueled by alleged US-Israeli attacks on Iran, with Tehran claiming US bases were used, a charge denied by Gulf nations.
A summit in Lebanon emphasized the need for deep national unity to counter Israeli aggression, warning that no region is safe. Participants urged international support for reconstruction and called for a comprehensive ceasefire.
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun denounced Israel's "fierce aggression" as peace talks between Lebanon and Israel began in Washington. Despite US President Trump's claims of a ceasefire agreement, clashes continued on the ground.
Saudi Arabia urged the international community to stop Israeli military expansion in Lebanon, emphasizing the importance of Lebanese sovereignty and adherence to the Taif Agreement and UN conventions. The statement comes amid escalating Israeli actions and Hezbollah's retaliatory attacks.
Hezbollah will retain weapons to defend Lebanon against Israeli aggression, stated Secretary-General Naim Qassem. He criticized Israel's actions, urged withdrawal and prisoner release, and called on the Lebanese government to reject disarmament and preserve sovereignty.
Iran's UN envoy, Amir Saeed Iravani, sent a letter to the UN Secretary-General and the Security Council accusing Gulf states and Jordan of participating in US-Israeli aggression against Iran, demanding compensation for damages.
Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov stated that allegations of Iran considering withdrawal from the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) are inappropriate and unfounded, emphasizing Tehran's continued commitment to its obligations.
The UAE strongly condemned a drone strike on the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant, calling it a dangerous escalation and a threat to regional security. Saudi Arabia also intercepted drones from Iraq, while US President Trump warned Iran to act fast.
Iran's Supreme National Security Council Deputy Chairman Ali Bagheri praises Russia's actions at the UN as a guarantor of security amid the Middle East crisis, opposing US and Israeli aggression.
