Emir of Kuwait praises Saudi-Iranian rapprochement

Leaders from across the Arab world praised the move and thanked China for the role it played in hosting bilateral talks

Turkey lays ground for possible diplomatic rapprochement with Syria

The Turkish FM said his country may raise the level of relations between Turkey and Syria from collaboration in intelligence to a diplomatic exchange

Hezbollah leader calls Saudi-Israeli rapprochement a ‘threat to the entire region’

Israeli officials have called on Lebanese citizens to 'evacuate before the first shot is fired,' threatening to strike the country with 'immense power' over an ongoing maritime border dispute

‘Mutually Assured Development’: a winning formula for Iran-Saudi rapprochement

Restoring diplomatic ties between Iran and Saudi Arabia will not only benefit both countries economically, but can help stabilize global oil prices and end the war in Yemen.

MbS visits Qatari emir in first post-rapprochement visit

The agreements between the two nations reinforces the diplomatic rapprochement taken since the mending of ties in Al-Ula on 5 January 2021

Saudi FM opens up on rapprochement with Iran

The interview comes after rounds of diplomatic discussions between the Iranian and Saudi foreign ministers

UK imposes sanctions on five IRGC members

On the same day, the EU imposed an additional round of sanctions on Tehran for its alleged human rights violations

Saudi King invites Iranian President to Riyadh in bid to improve relations

The recently announced Saudi-Iran rapprochement may lead to a peace deal in Yemen

Russian-Turkish ‘co-opetition’ from Syria to Nagorno-Karabakh

At a time when conflicts are increasingly interconnected, and provide tactical levers to assert pressure elsewhere, the competition between Russia-Iran and Turkiye in Syria and the South Caucasus is destined to overlap.

Iran’s top security official scheduled to visit UAE

The visit of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council secretary marks an important turning point at a time of growing rapprochement between Iran and Gulf countries

Iran, Russia, and China begin joint naval drills in Gulf of Oman

The start of these drills comes just days after US and Israeli air forces began a two-week air drill reportedly focused on Iran

Exclusive: The hidden security clauses of the Iran-Saudi deal

The Cradle reveals confidential clauses of the agreement struck between Tehran and Riyadh, which was reached courtesy of Beijing.

Yemen-Saudi truce may be renewed in ‘coming days’: Report

Saudi Arabia’s foreign minister said this week from Moscow that the Yemen truce agreement is Riyadh’s ‘priority’

An Egyptian plan for Syria: ‘Arab forces’ on the border and Iran out

Arab states pursuing reconciliation with Syria aim to achieve what was unachievable during the war: Breaking Syria's alliances and placing Arab troops on Syrian soil.

Syrian quake triggers Arab debate on defying US sanctions

The recent earthquake in Syria has opened up opportunities for Arab states to reconcile with Syria. But will those with US leverage - like the UAE and Saudi Arabia - be willing to take the ultimate friendship test and bypass Washington's sanctions? 

The Valdai meeting: Where West Asia meets multipolarity

At Russia's Valdai Club meeting - the east's answer to Davos - intellectuals and influencers gathered to frame West Asia's current and future developments.

Turkish elections: Can Erdogan maintain his grip on power?

The outcome of Turkiye’s upcoming vote could determine whether Ankara returns to a western-oriented foreign policy, or if Erdogan strengthens the country's autonomous direction.

From Russia with Love: Su-35s to Iran will strengthen defense ties

Iran's possible purchase of Russian fighter jets would further solidify the existing strategic partnership between Moscow and Tehran, and impact their global power competition with the west.

The terrorism pretext: US-ISIS-Kurdish nexus preserves occupation of Syria

It's getting harder to ignore. The persistent ISIS presence in the Syrian desert only serves US aims to continue its military occupation and support for Kurdish separatism.

Iraq’s Silk Road: Port and canal project set to transform Baghdad’s geopolitical clout

Iraq’s two ambitious trade corridor projects present an opportunity for a beleaguered Baghdad to enhance its geopolitical status and establish economic independence.

Turkish officials meet with HTS leadership in Idlib: Report

The Turkish officials reportedly informed HTS of Ankara’s plans regarding the future of the M4 international highway

US may have given ‘green light’ for Turkish ground offensive: SDF chief

Damascus and the SDF have recently discussed a possible settlement regarding the future of the Kurdish autonomous region in northern Syria

Iran FM’s trip to Syria was to address ‘misunderstandings’

The recent visit of Iran's FM to Damascus was not ordinary. One of its main goals was to address a problem that had emerged between the two countries after the Turkish-Syrian meeting in Moscow.

Armed groups planning false-flag attacks in Syria’s Idlib: Russia

As Turkiye turns its back on the opposition to restore ties with Syria, extremist attacks are expected to stay on the rise

MbZ meets with Pakistani PM for bilateral talks

MbZ and the Pakistani PM expressed their desire to bolster joint cooperation in the fields of economy, trade, and development

Opening Syria’s M4 highway requires military operation against HTS: Source

The M4 highway is considered a major crossing for the international shipping route that connects Turkey, Iraq and Jordan via Syria

Large deployment of Syrian troops, Turkish-backed militants at contact line

Following talks between Turkiye and Syria in Moscow, Turkish-backed militants have attempted to unite their forces and launch joint attacks against Syrian army positions

Saudi Arabia open to dropping US dollar for international trade: Finance Minister

Economists have warned that the greenback is headed for a major crash due to a ballooning national debt and a budget deficit that surpasses $1 trillion

Kurdish delegation visits Damascus as SDF loses faith in Washington: Report

Kurdish sources close to the US-backed militia have clearly stated that their best option is a settlement with the Syrian government

Syrian army soldiers killed in extremist attack

The ambush was carried out by a combined force consisting of militants from HTS and other extremist factions, suggesting that the opposition may be uniting in protest of recent diplomatic meetings in Moscow