Opinion: The US president saw it early, warned and threatened — and is now proving his simple equation: if allies do not act when asked, there is no reason to keep providing a full security umbrella

Analysis: Trump’s claim of victory over Iran is undercut as Tehran rejects key nuclear demands and talks stall; Hormuz risk rises, leaving US stuck between weak deal escalation or prolonged talks giving Iran time; Israel fears Iran retains nuclear capacity

Opinion: Egypt is rapidly normalizing ties with Syria’s new leadership, despite its jihadist roots, as President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi prioritizes economic and strategic interests; it is a confession of strategic bankruptcy dressed up as statesmanship

Analysis: Iran strikes the UAE and Oman to protect its final bargaining chip, as a clash with US forces could endanger the regime — and Israel may be next