A Trump Call Ignited Saudi-U.A.E. Feud
A request made to President Trump about the war in Sudan is at the heart of a diplomatic dispute between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
War and Armed Conflicts
Israel Facing Prospect of War With a Depleted Missile Defense
The June 2025 conflict with Iran depleted Israeli and U.S. stocks of antiballistic missiles. If there is another war, the pressure will be on to destroy Iranian missiles before they can be launched.
Pakistan Strikes Afghanistan in ‘Open War’ Against Taliban Regime
The airstrikes came hours after Afghan troops had attacked Pakistani border positions and follow months of worsening relations between the neighboring countries.
Iranians Cite Progress in Talks, but a Marathon Session Produces No Deal
Representatives of the countries were in Geneva this week to discuss the fate of Iran’s nuclear program.
How Israelis Feel About Another Potential War With Iran
The national mood is somewhere between anxiety, resignation and anticipation as President Trump considers whether to attack Iran.
Russia Launches Big Strikes Before U.S.-Ukraine Talks in Geneva
Ukrainian officials said they hoped that trilateral peace negotiations could take place next week.
Iranians Brace for War as Trump Considers Targeted Strikes
Stores are well stocked, and there have been no reports of shortages of food and other essentials, but many Iranians are in limbo as they wait to see whether U.S. forces will attack.
Europe’s New Way of War
Can Europe defend itself without the United States? A new strategic vision says yes.
For Iran’s Rulers, Refusing U.S. Demands Is a Risk Worth Taking
The government in Tehran sees capitulating to Washington’s demands on uranium enrichment and ballistic missiles as riskier to its survival than going to war, analysts say.
Trump Considers Targeted Strike Against Iran, Followed by Larger Attack
The top negotiators plan to meet in Geneva on Thursday for last-ditch talks, debating a new proposal that could create an off-ramp as two carrier groups massed within striking distance of Iran.