The prime minister in Baghdad must deal with the demands of the US, Iran and armed groups at home, while trying to prioritise his own national interests. Here's a three-option plan on how he can.

The two countries trade barbs on Gaza war, but economic and defence ties remain top priority

Gazans make what use they can of seawater as essential supplies dwindle

The lack of clear rules in some fronts creates a dangerous environment that may lead to unintended escalation.

Why are various politicians in different locations seemingly embracing rhetoric around mass destruction?

The nephew of Palestine's late and most renown leader has been seen as a potential successor to Mahmoud Abbas. In an interview with Al Majalla, he predicts the end of Netanyahu and a new Hamas.

Braverman got her wish and was duly sacked. But If the Conservatives lose the next election, she will be a shoo-in for the leadership of her defeated party.

There's a fine line between realism and optimism in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict

El-Mostafa Benlamlih, a UN humanitarian co-ordinator in Syria, asks what's next for the country and outlines what it faced either side of a disaster that also brought its people some hope for change

Presidents Biden, focussed on security, and Xi, focussed on the economy, may strike an item or two from their to-do lists in San Francisco, but the a-la-carte agreement will have limited success.