The Beiruter

A new U.S.-backed plan for Gaza proposes international oversight led by Trump and Blair, excluding Hamas and installing a temporary Palestinian technocratic government.

After Congress failed to reach a funding deal, federal agencies grind to a halt while U.S. embassies limit services to scheduled appointments.

Doha continues to balance ties with Hamas, Israel, and the West, reaffirming its indispensable place in Middle East negotiations.

Netanyahu heads to the White House as U.S. unveils a 21-point plan to end the Gaza conflict, with talks focusing on hostages, prisoner exchanges, and humanitarian aid.

Lebanon stands at a crossroads, facing Hezbollah’s growing power, U.S. pressure, and the looming threat of renewed conflict.

As the UN General Assembly convenes, Palestinian recognition grows, but entrenched politics and international hesitation keep the two-state solution largely symbolic.

Trump’s trade policies and Fed clashes have driven a rare dollar slump, unsettling global markets and fueling fears of a currency war.