Ukraine’s Strike on Iranian Ship Shows How Two Wars Could Spiral
Iran sent military aid to Russia for its war against Ukraine. Now the question is whether that conflict and the U. S.
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Hamas says it will 'disarm when Israel keeps its word'
Hamas says it will 'disarm when Israel keeps its word' An unpublished Gaza disarmament agreement obtained by Middle East Eye would place Palestinian weapons under the control of a transitional Palestinian authority, rather than surrendering them to Israel or an international force. Hamas said on Friday that any agreement on the “complete disarmament” of Palestinian factions in Gaza depends on Washington and Israel honouring commitments made under last year’s ceasefire. The statement followed US President Donald Trump’s announcement that the US-led Board of Peace had secured an agreement to disarm Hamas and every other armed group in Gaza.
Lebanon president says Israeli detonations 'direct threat' to Israel deal
Lebanon president says Israeli detonations 'direct threat' to Israel deal Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said Friday that Israeli army detonations near the Unesco-listed Beaufort castle in southern Lebanon overnight were a "direct threat" to a recent framework deal agreed with Israel. Aoun said the explosions "are an extremely dangerous escalation", according to a statement from his office, adding that they "represent a direct threat to the process which was launched as part of the framework agreement". He noted that their timing ahead of another round of talks with Israel in Rome next week "sends negative messages".
What's in the Gaza peace deal roadmap?
Hamas says it has accepted a disarmament plan for Gaza which will see it lay down its arms and Israeli troops withdraw from the territory.
UK foreign minister Miliband welcomes Hamas disarmament announcement
UK foreign minister Miliband welcomes Hamas disarmament announcement British foreign minister Ed Miliband said on Friday he welcomed the announcement of a disarmament agreement for Hamas. "The focus must now be on implementing the 20-point plan in full. This includes the withdrawal of the IDF from Gaza, and respect for the ceasefire from all parties," he said in a statement.
Bowen: Plan for Hamas to disarm faces big obstacles, yet it offers rare hope for Gaza
The realities of politics, war, zero trust, the deaths of thousands and the destruction of Gaza will make any agreement very complicated.
Why did Zelensky leave Washington empty-handed
His wish list included Patriots, PAC-3 licenses and more military support. None of them materialized. Washington D.
Zelensky flew to a funeral and buried his last big hope
His wish list included Patriots, PAC-3 licenses, and more military support. None of them materialized Washington DC, July 29, 2026. On this day, a city accustomed to protocol visits and carefully orchestrated diplomatic spectacles welcomed a rather unexpected guest.
Full text: 15-point draft peace plan between Hamas and Israel in Gaza
Full text: 15-point draft peace plan between Hamas and Israel in Gaza Submitted by MEE staff on Fri, 07/31/2026 - 15:01 The Palestinian movement says it will relinquish its weapons to allow for a technocratic administration to run Gaza Hamas led the attacks on southern Israel on 7 October 2023 (File/Reuters) Off Hamas has formally agreed to a detailed framework for implementing the next phases of the Gaza ceasefire, which was drafted with US President Donald Trump's Board of Peace. The agreement forms part of the latest attempt to end Israel's campaign of killing in the besieged Palestinian territory. In a statement on X, the Board of Peace wrote: "The agreement concludes months of intensive, good faith negotiations to advance President Donald J.
UAE strongly condemns renewed Iranian hostile attack on Kuwait
ABU DHABI, 31st July, 2026 (WAM) -- The United Arab Emirates has condemned in the strongest terms the renewed Iranian hostile attack targeting the brotherly State of Kuwait with drones. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) affirmed that this hostile attack constitutes a flagrant violation of the sovereignty of Kuwait and a threat to its security and stability.
Full text: 15 point draft peace plan between Hamas and Israel in Gaza
Full text: 15 point draft peace plan between Hamas and Israel in Gaza President Donald Trump's Board of Peace has announced that Hamas officially agreed to a detailed framework for implementing the next phases of the Gaza ceasefire. The agreement forms part of the latest attempt to bring a halt to Israel's campaign of killing in the besieged Palestinian territory. In a statement on X, the Board of Peace wrote: "The agreement concludes months of intensive, good faith negotiations to advance President Donald J.
Clues Point to Israeli Role in Egypt Port Attack
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Several clues indicate that a recent drone attack on Egypt's Damietta Port was an Israeli false-flag operation aimed at implicating Iran, as the incident fits Tel Aviv's broader strategy of portraying the Islamic Republic as a threat to regional countries.
Iran strikes tankers under US escort in Hormuz strait as Trump gathers cabinet to discuss war
Energy prices have soared again since fighting between US and Iran resumed two weeks ago as conflict spreads across Middle East Middle East crisis live – latest updates Iran said it struck two tankers trying to pass through the strait of Hormuz under the escort of the US military, as Donald Trump gathered his cabinet at to discuss the stalling war and rising prices as midterm election in the US loom. Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said they had hit two tankers trying to pass through the strait on Friday. Continue reading...
Gaza Board of Peace outlines latest roadmap
Gaza Board of Peace outlines latest roadmap The Gaza Board of Peace has outlined its latest road map for the territory. In a statement posted on X, the board affirmed that Israel "shall fully complete, without delay" all its commitments under the peace deal signed in October, “particularly the cessation of military operations”. It said Hamas and all other Palestinian factions had agreed that “all civilian governance and security functions in Gaza shall be handed over” to the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG).
China supports Russian militarism by stealth
Hong Kong, July 31 (ANI): With President Donald Trump bogging the USA down in a perhaps unwinnable war against Iran, he has strengthened China's hand. Furthermore, Beijing continues to reinforce its influence on the world stage and to subtly support Russia in its own war with Ukraine and the West.
Israeli air strike in central Gaza kills one
Israeli air strike in central Gaza kills one A Palestinian has been killed in an Israeli air strike in central Gaza, Al Jazeera reports, citing medical sources at Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital.
Iran Says It Targeted U.S. Military in Kuwait With Drones
The Kuwaiti military said that it had detected and destroyed multiple drones in its airspace since dawn. A U. S.
Strait of Hormuz Remains Closed amid US Aggression: PGSA
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran's Persian Gulf Strait Affairs Authority (PGSA) said transit through the Strait of Hormuz remains suspended because of the continued military actions of the US in the region, adding that navigation requests will be processed once stability is restored.
Turkey urges Iran to halt attacks on Kurdish groups
Turkey urges Iran to halt attacks on Kurdish groups Submitted by Ragip Soylu on Fri, 07/31/2026 - 12:07 Ankara fears further Iranian strikes could push Kurdish opposition groups closer to Israel and undermine Turkey’s peace process with the PKK Members of Komala, an Iranian Kurdish opposition party, attend the funeral of Peshmerga fighter Ghazal Moulai at Sheikh Ahmed Hindi cemetery in Sulaymaniyah, Iraqi Kurdistan, on 16 April 2026 (Shwan Mohammed/AFP) Off When Turkish Vice President Cevdet Yilmaz landed in Tehran earlier this month to attend the funeral of late Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, he received a warm welcome from officials of the Islamic Republic . Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian also hosted Yilmaz and his delegation during the visit. Pezeshkian thanked Turkey for helping to prevent an Israeli plan to foment an armed insurrection by Kurdish groups in western Iran, a source familiar with the visit told Middle East Eye.
Iranian army says it struck US Air Base in Kuwait in retaliation for Qeshm Island attack
Tehran [Iran], July 31 (ANI): The Iranian army has said that it carried out drone strikes against United States strategic centres at the Ahmad al-Jaber Air Base in Kuwait during the 27th stage of Operation Lightning.
