Which Middle East nations have nuclear programmes, and how were they built?
Saudi Arabia aims to join the region’s nuclear club after it signs a deal with the US.

Saudi Arabia aims to join the region’s nuclear club after it signs a deal with the US.



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Israeli authorities are increasingly applying security terminology for residential areas where people live.

An Israeli strike hit a civilian vehicle in central Gaza, killing two Palestinians.
The US must rapidly replenish its stockpiles of weapons as the war on Iran rages on.
Analysts and locals say the move mirrors what happened after the 1967 war with Israel’s occupation of the West Bank.
The Democratic establishment has faced growing pressure to change its stance on Israel. It has finally begun to do so.

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani releases a video statement calling for Israeli PM Netanyahu to face trial for war crimes.
Gaza mourns as families are buried after Israeli attacks leave dozens dead, including children and displaced families.

Gavito: Israel will likely keep pushing limits in Lebanon, making a full withdrawal unlikely amid security concerns.

Lebanese President Aoun told Trump that Lebanon’s “ultimate objective” is to end hostilities with Israel “forever”.