Opinion: The 85-year-old despot is keenly aware of the repercussions of a major strike on Israel and, given the delicate timing of Masoud Pezeshkian's first steps as president, it's somewhat likely Iran's Supreme Leader will opt for a more prudent approach

Opinion: Statements from Tehran threatening an attack on Israel if Doha negotiations fail have all but doomed the summit to failure; Hamas, seeking to provoke a regional escalation that would tie up the IDF, appears intent on sabotaging the talks

Opinion: Credit rating agency's decision reflects growing concerns over Israel's economic and political stability amid war; recommitting to sound economic policies and strategically addressing geopolitical risks could stabilize Israel’s credit profile and restore investor confidence

Analysis: Second Trump term could boost US economic growth through tax cuts and deregulation but risks rising debt, inflation and trade tensions; For Israel, expanding the Abraham Accords could enhance regional stability but might intensify tensions with Palestinians