Middle East

Antony Blinken Says Conditions In The Middle East Most Dangerous Since 1973 War

The US secretary of state's comments follow the killing of three US troops by a drone attack in Jordan over the weekend.
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Should The West Be Worried About War With Iran?

The death of three US troops has sparked concern about further conflict in the Middle East.
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Defence Secretary Roasted Over 'Humiliating' Crash Of 2 Royal Navy Warships

"This was incompetence," Sky News' Trevor Phillips said.
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Why Did The UK And The US Bomb Yemen's Houthi Rebels?

It links back to Israel's ongoing offensive in Gaza.
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U.S. Officials Privately Raise Fears Of Israel-Gaza Conflict Sparking A Broader War

Officials are worried Israel is seeking US weapons for a war in Lebanon, and analysts say an uptick in attacks tied to Iran risks ensnaring the US in a major conflict.
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Why Is Russia Trying To Play Mediator In The Israel-Hamas War?

An expert tells us how Moscow's latest promise to help peace talks "cannot be trusted".
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After Blast Kills Hundreds At Gaza Hospital, Hamas And Israel Trade Blame As Rage Spreads In Region

The Hamas-run Gaza Health Ministry says a massive blast hit a Gaza City hospital packed with wounded and other Palestinians seeking shelter, killing hundreds of people.
By NAJIB JOBAIN, SAMYA KULLAB, RAVI NESSMAN and MATTHEW LEE, AP

Who Are Hamas, And What Do They Want?

The Palestinian militants triggered a war when they launched an unprecedented attack on Israel.
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When Did The Difficulties Between Israelis And Palestinians Begin?

They go back hundreds of years, but came to the surface in the early 20th Century.
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Could Iran Get Involved With The Ongoing Israel Conflict?

Iran issued a warning about taking "preemptive" action against Israel on Monday.
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