The Media Line
Karachi building collapse kills 27 as rescue operations conclude
The number of casualties rose to 27 after Pakistani authorities declared the rescue operations concluded after the collapse of a multistory residential building in Karachi.
Voices from the Arab press: When the ceasefire prolongs the war
Israeli military official says Iran’s missiles can hit Europe, aiming to reach east coast of US
Expats celebrate July 4 in Israel while reflecting on identity, belonging, and home
Can Syria’s new leadership be trusted? A closer look at President al-Sharaa – opinion
An Abraham Accords-style breakthrough will only be possible between Syria and Israel if one person—President Trump—brings Netanyahu and al-Sharaa together to seal the deal.
Tehran’s empty Hormuz threat signals a weakened regime, Iran expert says
Foreign Desk editor-in-chief Lisa Daftari warned that the Islamic Republic remains committed to its long war with Israel and the West.
Israel's airspace reopens after Iran ceasefire, but tourism industry still on road to recovery
As the ceasefire with Iran takes hold, the tourism industry faces another uphill climb, after years of setbacks from conflict and COVID.
The Islamic Republic is not seeking peace, it is buying time - opinion
History will remember the man who either stopped or allowed the first nuclear attack on Israel. We respectfully urge you: do not allow Tel Aviv or Haifa to fall victim to a nuclear strike.
Lebanese army captures alleged Islamic State leader in counterterrorism operation
The suspect, identified only by the initials “R.F.” and known by the alias “Qassoura,” was arrested during a series of targeted raids based on intelligence gathering.
Ceasefire: What it is and isn't - opinion
If the weakening of the Iranian regime by Israeli and American military action emboldens the Iranian people, that could lead to a revolution. That’s the only way regime change can succeed.
Voices from the Arab press: Khamenei’s message from hiding
A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world.
‘A ceasefire is not a goal, it’s a tool’: Israeli lawmakers cautiously weigh cost of victory
While the ceasefire declared by US President Donald Trump has held for over 48 hours, its implications remain a matter of dispute.
Arab media reacts to Israel-Iran ceasefire with cautious relief and lingering doubt
Across Arab outlets, relief over the ceasefire is tempered by concerns it excludes the conflict in Gaza and may serve foreign agendas.
‘The Iranians did everything wrong’: Gen. Avivi details Iran’s strategic errors
Brig. Gen. Amir Avivi of the Israel Defense and Security Forum laid out the series of errors that cost Iran its deterrence and left Hamas isolated.
Trump may be remembered as ‘greatest peacemaker’ of 21st century, former envoy says
Once a target of an Iranian assassination plot, the former Israeli diplomat called the US strikes a game changer.
