Opinion: Iran’s economic lifeline, not just its nuclear program, should be the focus, with Kharg Island and frozen assets at the center of the fight over the regime’s survival

Analysis: Israel’s bid to rein in medical cannabis marks a sharp reversal after years of rapid growth, but politics, patients and a powerful market could make reform difficult

Analysis: Hamas is willing to discuss phased limits on heavy weapons but refuses full disarmament, leaving Trump’s Gaza plan stalled and Israel weighing renewed military action

Opinion: Iran believes time is on its side, using Hormuz and economic pressure as bargaining chips while Washington bets sanctions and military pressure will force a deal