The Middle East
Latest developments in the Middle East region politically, economically, and security-wise.
Latest developments in the Middle East region politically, economically, and security-wise.

Israeli aircraft launched airstrikes on southern Lebanon targeting Hezbollah infrastructure, in a new escalation despite the ceasefire agreement, while Israel refuses to withdraw from the border heights.

The Turkish company "Havelsan" announced on Saturday the signing of a memorandum of understanding with the Italian companies "VN Maritime" and "Beloda Defense" to develop and market unmanned and hybrid marine vehicles in Italy.

The Yedioth Ahronoth newspaper revealed today, Saturday, that data published by the Israeli army for the first time showed that there are more than 50,000 soldiers holding foreign nationality alongside Israeli nationality.

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan said on Saturday that the war on Gaza must end, and efforts should be made to enable Palestinians to exercise their right to self-determination.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Iraqchi said on Saturday that the European Union no longer holds significant weight in the region, considering that this is evident in its absence from the ongoing negotiations regarding the Iranian nuclear program.

Hariri addressed his supporters about the future of Lebanese politics, emphasizing his commitment to fully implementing the Taif Agreement.

Lapid reviewed his estimates for the results of the upcoming elections, predicting that the opposition coalition would win between 62 and 63 seats in the Knesset.

U.S. Central Command announced today, Friday, that the Marine Attack Helicopter Squadron 21 took off from the ship “Santa Barbara” in the Gulf waters.

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Michelle Bachelet, said on Friday that those with serious injuries in Gaza should be allowed to travel for treatment, warning of the deteriorating humanitarian situation there.

The New York Times reported, citing American officials, that President Donald Trump is considering several options to deal with Iran, including targeting its nuclear program and ballistic missile capabilities.

The United States has sent the largest aircraft carrier in the world, USS Gerald R. Ford, to the Middle East, making it the second in the region alongside USS Abraham Lincoln.

The operation resulted in the transfer of more than 5,700 adult fighters from the organization, including about 270 Iraqis and more than 3,000 Syrians, while the remaining belong to other nationalities.

A number of Israeli journalists have appealed to British billionaire Leonard Blavatnik to halt the sale of his nearly 15% stake in the channel, warning that the deal could open the door to substantial changes in the editorial line of the media institution.

The spokesperson for the Civil Defense in the Gaza Strip stated on Thursday that rescue teams estimate that around 8,000 bodies are still under the rubble, despite ongoing search and recovery operations in various affected areas.

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency announced on Thursday the extension of its recommendation for airlines to avoid flying in Iranian airspace until March 31.

Axios reported that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that U.S. President Donald Trump believes the Iranians "are well aware of the nature of the party they are negotiating with," referring to the U.S. administration's approach to managing the nuclear file.

The Wall Street Journal revealed, citing American officials, that the administration of President Donald Trump secretly sent thousands of "Starlink" stations into Iran, aiming to provide internet service to opponents of the regime.

Only about 20 families remain in what is known as the "muhajirat" section, which was subject to strict security measures.

Lebanon is set to make a decisive decision next week regarding the second phase of the weapon control plan north of the Litani, amid internal anticipation and external pressures. A new step that could reshape the security landscape in the country and open a sensitive chapter in a long-awaited file.

Israeli Channel 12 reported that U.S. President Donald Trump stated that his upcoming meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will primarily focus on the Iranian file, noting that he does not see signs of Israeli concern regarding the ongoing negotiations with Tehran.