Gulf states
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Gulf states, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Peace Council Agrees to Cover Up to $400 Million of Hamas Debts in New Deal
The Peace Council's secret agreement with Hamas includes up to $400 million to cover debts owed to public employees and contractors, excluding funds for terrorism or corruption. C…
Gulf States Accept Iran’s Control Over Strait of Hormuz Amid Rising Tensions
Gulf states have reluctantly accepted Iran’s control over the Strait of Hormuz to avoid military conflict, despite concerns over regional security and economic damage. Negotiation…
Trump Lowers Profile on Iran Amid Midterm Election Calculations, Analysts Say
Security analyst Ron Ben-Yishai explains that President Trump is lowering his profile on Iran due to limited U.S. leverage and upcoming midterm elections. The U.S. recognizes it c…
Israel Advances Strategic Land Route Through Gulf States to Reduce Hormuz Strait Dependence
Israel is advancing a strategic land corridor with Gulf states to reduce dependence on the Strait of Hormuz, integrating transport and energy infrastructure toward Europe. The pro…
Israel Faces Strategic Setbacks as Hamas Regroups and US Pressure Grows
Nearly three years after the October 7, 2023 attack, the IDF remains defensive in Gaza as Hamas rebuilds its forces. Under US pressure, Israel may reduce military presence, riskin…
US and Israel Prepare Possible Strikes Amid Progress in Hormuz Strait Talks with Iran
The US and Iran are close to an agreement on the Strait of Hormuz, but the US and Israel continue planning possible strikes on Iran’s nuclear site at Mount Makuh if talks fail. Vi…
Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan Form New Defense Pact Targeting Iran in Gulf Region
Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan have formed a new defense alliance called the Mecca Agreement aimed at countering Iran, with Egypt expected to join soon. The pact is designed t…
US General Seeks Exit Strategy as Trump Administration Questions Iran War Escalation
US Joint Chiefs Chairman General Dan McKenzie is urging President Trump to seek an exit strategy from the conflict with Iran, warning that further military escalation may not achi…
Trump’s Strategic Zigzags on Iran Aim to Delay Until Midterm Elections
Donald Trump’s shifting Iran policy is a deliberate tactic to delay decisive action until the U.S. midterm elections, balancing threats and negotiations to manage multiple audienc…
Trump Frustrated by Ammo Shortage Leaks Amid Iran Tensions, Faces Iranian Mockery
U.S. President Donald Trump is upset over leaks about ammunition shortages during heightened tensions with Iran, denying any shortage and threatening further military action. Iran…
Italy Secretly Deploys Hundreds of Troops to Gulf Amid Rising Iranian Threats
Italy has secretly deployed 400-700 troops and advanced defense systems in Gulf states since March 2026 to counter Iranian attacks, sparking political controversy at home. The dep…
Iran Threatens Gulf States to Stop Trump or Face Attacks on Energy Infrastructure
Iran has warned Gulf states to pressure President Trump to stop U.S. attacks or face Iranian strikes on their energy infrastructure, escalating regional tensions.
Iran Issues Severe Threat Over US Attacks, Pressures Gulf States to Mediate
Iran has threatened severe military retaliation against Gulf energy infrastructure if the US conducts further attacks on its territory, pressuring Gulf states to mediate and urgin…
Former Israeli Air Force Chief Warns Trump’s Military Leverage Is Weakening Over Strait of Hormuz Dispute
Retired Israeli Air Force Commander Eitan Ben Eliyahu warned that Donald Trump’s military leverage over the Strait of Hormuz dispute is weakening due to unresolved control issues…
Gulf States Fear Iran Conflict Escalation but Oppose Regime Collapse
Dr. Eddy Cohen explained that Gulf states, particularly Saudi Arabia and Qatar, fear the escalation of the Iran-US conflict and oppose the collapse of the Iranian regime. They wor…
Iran and Oman Secretly Plan Exclusive Control Over Strait of Hormuz Shipping
Iran and Oman have secretly agreed to control shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz, allowing Iran to collect fees and monitor vessels. The U.S. rejects any payments to Ira…
Israel Confirms Ammunition Stocks Allow Immediate Return to Combat with Iran
Despite reports of depleted US missile stocks, Israel confirms both countries have enough ammunition to resume fighting Iran immediately if needed. US officials warn of low interc…
US Ammunition Stocks Deplete Amid Iran Conflict, Raising Regional Security Concerns
The US military has depleted most of its THAAD and Patriot missile interceptors amid conflict with Iran, risking defense gaps for Gulf allies. Production is slow, with full stock…
Trump Warns Iran of Severe Strike as Tensions Mount Over Strait of Hormuz
U.S. President Donald Trump warns Iran of a severe strike if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, while Iran views control of the strait as key leverage against U.S. pressure. Tal…
Former MK Ofer Shelah Criticizes Israeli Government's Gaza Policy and Regional Influence
Former MK Ofer Shelah criticized Israel's government for ineffective Gaza policies and exclusion from key Middle East dialogues, stating Israel lacks influence in regional power d…
Iran Uses Escalation Strategy to Pressure Trump Over Strait of Hormuz Dispute
Iran is escalating tensions over the Strait of Hormuz by demanding control and fees, pressuring U.S. President Trump to concede before the 2026 midterms. Tehran targets regional i…
IDF Prepares for Prolonged High Alert Amid Ongoing Iran Tensions
Israel's military is preparing for a prolonged period of high alert amid ongoing tensions with Iran, expecting neither full-scale war nor a complete U.S.-Iran agreement. The IDF e…
US Central Command Seeks Creative Military Options to Pressure Iran Amid Stalled Air Campaign
The US Central Command is seeking new military strategies to pressure Iran after recent air strikes failed, amid President Trump's fluctuating threats and canceled attacks. Gulf s…
Trump Announces Start of Negotiations with Iran Amid Gulf States' Calls to Avoid Military Strike
President Donald Trump announced the start of negotiations with Iran on Monday, responding to Gulf states' requests to avoid a military strike. He emphasized a preference for dipl…
Iranian President Urges US to Honor June Memorandum Amid Rising Regional Tensions
Iranian President Masoud Pezhkian urges the US to honor a June memorandum of understanding amid rising regional tensions, with full backing from Iran's top security council. The c…
Former Israeli Intelligence Chief Urges Security Alliance with Gulf States to Counter Iran
Former Israeli intelligence chief Hanan Gefen warns of declining U.S. influence in the Middle East and urges Israel to form a security alliance with Gulf states to counter Iran's…
Transport Minister Miri Regev Faces Setbacks as Key Promises Stall Amid Political Challenges
During Miri Regev's term as Israel's Transport Minister, several major initiatives including Uber legalization, a foreign airline hub, and stricter driving fines stalled due to po…
Israel Shocked by Trump’s Abrupt Cancellation of Iran Strike Plans
Israel was surprised by President Trump’s last-minute cancellation of a planned U.S. strike on Iran, learning only from his public announcement. Israeli forces had been placed on…
Iran Targets Water Infrastructure in Cyberattacks Amid Middle East Tensions
Iran has increasingly targeted water infrastructure in the Middle East and the US through cyber and kinetic attacks, aiming to disrupt water supplies and instill fear amid ongoing…
Trump Cancels Planned Iran Strike After Saudi Pressure Amid UAE Calls for Military Action
President Trump canceled a planned strike on Iran after Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman urged diplomacy, while the UAE demands stronger military action. The decision surpri…
Trump Cancels Iran Strike After Saudi Pressure Amid Rising Fears of Iranian Preemptive Attack
President Trump canceled a planned strike on Iran after Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's pressure, amid fears of an Iranian preemptive attack if talks fail. The UAE pushed…
Gulf States Frustrated by US Lack of Clear Iran Strategy Amid Rising Tensions
Gulf states express frustration over the US's unclear Iran policy amid ongoing attacks, with the UAE pushing for tougher action and Saudi Arabia favoring calm. Iran may launch pre…
Former Israeli Colonel Amir Noy Analyzes US Strategic Approach to Iran Amid Netanyahu's Washington Visit
Retired Israeli Colonel Amir Noy assesses that the US is executing a comprehensive strategic plan against Iran involving military, economic, and diplomatic efforts, aiming for reg…
Iran Mocks Trump After US President Retreats From Threats Amid Middle East Tensions
Following heightened tensions and US travel warnings in the Middle East, President Trump threatened unprecedented military action against Iran but then appeared to back down. Iran…
Israel on High Alert Amid Rising US-Iran Tensions and Threats to Regional Allies
Amid escalating US-Iran tensions, Israel raises military alert while awaiting President Trump's decision on possible strikes. Iran threatens retaliation against Israel and Gulf st…
Iranian Professor Threatens Israel and Gulf States Amid Rising Tensions Over Possible US Strikes
An Iranian professor warned Gulf states and Israel of destruction if Iran is attacked, amid US plans for strikes. Israel is on high alert but has no new civilian instructions. The…
US President Trump Considers Major Strike on Iran Amid Rising Middle East Tensions
Israel is on high alert as US President Donald Trump considers a major strike on Iran's infrastructure, with potential regional escalation feared. Tehran has threatened retaliatio…
Saudi-Israeli Normalization Deal Collapses Amid Regional Tensions and Political Stalemate
Saudi Arabia and Gulf states recently attempted to advance a trade corridor involving Israel, but the deal collapsed amid war and shifting regional perceptions. Despite a politica…
Jared Kushner Turns Political Influence Into Billion-Dollar Private Equity Empire
Jared Kushner has leveraged his political ties with Donald Trump and Gulf states to build Affinity Partners, a private equity fund managing billions and valued over $1 billion. Th…
Egyptian Security Officials Visit Saudi Arabia to Prevent Escalation in Bab al-Mandab Strait
Egyptian security officials visited Saudi Arabia to help prevent conflict escalation in the Bab al-Mandab Strait and the Red Sea, coordinating with multiple Gulf states including…
Eliyahu Yosian Outlines US Strategy to Topple Iranian Regime
Eliyahu Yosian, an Israeli security expert, stated at a Channel 14 conference that the US is exploiting Iran's aggression to advance its economic interests and outlined a three-st…
Former Israeli PM Office Official Outlines Iran Conflict Strategy and Gulf Alliances
Former Israeli PM Office official Ofer Malka outlined the shift to a continuous conflict with Iran and urged Israel to build a strong military alliance with Gulf states. He emphas…
Israel Fears US Has Depleted Most of Its Interceptor Missile Stockpile Amid Iran Tensions
Israel fears the US has largely depleted its interceptor missile stockpiles amid rising Iran tensions, with Israel increasing its own missile production. US officials expressed co…
US Halts Strikes on Iran as Regional Talks Renew Under Trump
The US paused military strikes on Iran following new regional diplomatic talks with Tehran, leading President Trump to resume diplomacy and causing rifts among Gulf states.
President Herzog and Bahrain's King Discuss Regional Developments Amid Rising Tensions
Israeli President Isaac Herzog and Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa discussed regional tensions amid stalled U.S.-Iran talks and U.S. military caution over Iran. The U.S. d…
Gulf States Divided Over Unified Front Against Iran Amid Regional Tensions
Gulf countries are divided over how to confront Iran amid recent regional tensions, with differing approaches complicating a unified response. While all seek to keep the Strait of…
Ukraine Strikes Iranian Ship Carrying Military Cargo to Russia in Caspian Sea
Ukraine attacked an Iranian ship carrying military equipment to Russia in the Caspian Sea, killing one crew member and escalating tensions with Tehran. Iran condemned the strike a…
Analyst Bardugo Sees Gulf States Pushing for Iran Deal Despite War Fears
Israeli analyst Yaakov Bardugo says the U.S. is unlikely to attack Iran soon, with Gulf states pushing for a new nuclear deal. He highlights ongoing diplomatic efforts and a softe…