Opinion: Trump’s proposal to begin with the release of all hostages may face Hamas skepticism, but their strategic gains and US pressure could accelerate negotiations, while Israel’s defense minister risks politicizing the military

Opinion: The US faces growing pressure to act as Tunisia drifts into authoritarianism under President Kais Saied, with bipartisan lawmakers pushing to tie aid to democratic reforms and prevent the collapse of the Arab Spring’s lone success

Analysis: Abdul Rahman Al-Qaradawi, long wanted by Cairo for anti-Sisi writings and known for praising Hamas and calling for attacks on Israelis, was arrested in the UAE, highlighting regional tensions and complex politics of Middle East justice and alliances