Israel launches a new ground offensive in the central Gazan city of Deir al-Balah for the first time since the war began. Follow for live updates.

What are the main US military bases in the Middle East? By Reuters. June 22, 2025 6:08 PM UTC Updated June 22, 2025 ... The Middle East's largest U.S. base houses around 10,000 troops.

Europe’s main governments, though nervous, largely backed the US-Israel axis. Tehran has few friends, little credibility, and almost no cards left to play. But the job is only half done.