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Can Iran reinvent itself? A fragile charm offensive meets mounting internal strain

In the wake of US strikes Tehran is exploring a softer diplomacy – even as its leaders fear further conflict and crackdowns intensify at home

The Guardian - UK

How triggering snapback sanctions may deepen Iran nuclear crisis

Europe’s move to re-impose UN sanctions against Iran will make nuclear diplomacy more difficult, experts say.

Al Jazeera

Are European powers pushing Iran into a corner with UN sanctions threat?

France, the United Kingdom and Germany are demanding Iran make tough concessions to avoid coming under more sanctions.

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Could Israel be planning a second war on Iran?

Analysts warn Israel seeks pretexts for new conflicts with Iran amid speculation over covert operations.

Al Jazeera

After backing Israel, Iran’s self-styled crown prince loses support

Critics argue Reza Pahlavi’s monarchical ambitions and ties to Israel undermine his claims of advocating for democracy.

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Trump is seeking a quick US exit from Israel-Iran conflict. Will it work?

After bombing Iran, the US president announced a ceasefire. But it remains unclear whether his strategy will avert war.

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How far will US strikes set back Iran’s nuclear programme?

Donald Trump claims Iran’s key nuclear enrichment facilities ‘totally obliterated’ after US bombs three nuclear sites.

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Bombing Iran, Trump Gambles On Force Over Diplomacy

For nearly a half-century the United States has squabbled with Iran's Islamic republic but the conflict has largely been left in the shadows, with US policymakers believing, often reluctantly, that diplomacy was preferable.

International Business Times

‘Drop Israel’: How military escalation with Iran divides Trump’s base

Key right-wing figures, including some Trump allies, question the Israeli strikes and warn against a US war with Iran.

Al Jazeera

‘Tearing down’: What drives Trump’s foreign policy?

Motivated by grievances against allies and foes, US president is ‘tearing down’ the modern global order, analysts say.

Al Jazeera

Are Democrats Regretting Trying To Out-Hawk Trump?

Rep. Adam Smith (D–Wash.) thinks Democrats should return to their antiwar roots—and be open to negotiating with Russia.

Reason

Biden tries to clean up a broken Middle East ahead of Trump’s arrival

U.S. leaders hope Gaza conflict has ceased spreading around the region as ‘permanent’ peace deal reached in Lebanon

The Independent UK

Timeline: The key moments that led to Iran’s missile attacks on Israel

Over the past year, escalations have raised concerns over an expanding war in the Middle East.

Al Jazeera

For Iran and Hezbollah, calibrating response to Israeli strikes leaves no room for error

Two back-to-back strikes in Beirut and Tehran targeted high-ranking figures in Hezbollah and Hamas and have been attributed to Israel

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Haniyeh killing in Iran risks dragging US into war it says it doesn’t want

US publicly states its goals are ceasefire in Gaza and regional de-escalation, but its ally Israel makes that hard.

Fortune

Oil price surges after assassination of Hamas leader on Iranian soil sparks fears Gaza conflict will engulf Middle East

‘It may get Netanyahu the war he’s been looking for,’ warns foreign policy expert Trita Parsi.

Reason

Martin Indyk Got Us Knee-Deep Into the Middle East—and Then Tried To Get Us Out

The late U.S. diplomat helped form America’s policies towards Iran, Iraq, and Israel. By the end of his life, he'd had enough.

WEKU

What we know so far about Israel's strike on Iran — and what could happen next

Israel and Iran seem to be downplaying the attack, the latest in a series of retaliatory strikes between the two. Analysts say that could be a sign of the de-escalation world leaders are calling for.

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Al Jazeera

‘Arsonist and firefighter’: Can the US restrain Israel after Iran attack?

Washington has urged Israel to avoid escalation, but Gaza track record raises doubts US will be heeded, analysts say.

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‘Disastrous’: Israel-Iran tensions test limits of US policy amid Gaza war

Biden’s ‘ironclad’ backing of Israel is coming into conflict with stated US goal of averting regional war, analysts say.

Salon

IDF rescues two hostages, kills dozens

Heavy airstrikes that provided cover for the operation killed at least 67 Palestinians, AP reports

Salon

US hawks demand war with Iran

"This is how America gets dragged into endless war," expert warns

Salon

Joe vows to keep futilely bombing Yemen

"Are they stopping the Houthis? No. Are they gonna continue? Yes," Biden told reporters

Al Jazeera

US federal workers risk livelihoods in push for course change on Gaza war

Government employees call a ‘day of mourning’ in latest sign of internal discontent over Biden administration policy.

Al Jazeera

‘Dangerous’: US attacks on Yemen’s Houthis belie push for de-escalation

US acting as ‘arsonist and firefighter’, experts say, by urging Middle East de-escalation but backing Israel’s Gaza war.

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