The Iranian armed forces attacked American military bases in Kuwait in retaliation for US bombings, while tensions in the Middle East continue to escalate. (translated)
Donald Trump proposes renaming the Strait of Hormuz to "Trump Strait," and despite his statements about U.S. control in the area, the reality seems to contradict this image, as attacks on ships by Iran continue. (translated)

A two-day conference of European Socialists in Brussels under the initiative of Giannis Maniatis aims to shape a European strategy for the Middle East based on International Law, with the participation of international politicians and academics. (translated)

O John Kyriakou εμφανίζεται στο - εγνωσμένων φρονημάτων - Middle East Eye και εναντιώνεται στη συμμαχία μεταξύ Ισραήλ και Ελλάδας. Λίγους μήνες νωρίτερα, ο Kyriakou είχε συναντήσει στη Νέα Υόρκη έναν εκπρόσωπο του Καθεστώτος Ερντογάν. Διαβολική σύμπτωση … #Όχι_Άλλο_Κάρβουνο https://t.co/jLr8vmGFsZ #Ισραήλ #Ελλάδα #ΜέσηΑνατολή
Iran attacked American military bases in Jordan, Iraq, and Bahrain in retaliation for recent American strikes, with Donald Trump threatening a stronger response if the attacks continue. (translated)

During the informal meeting of EU Defense Ministers, critical issues were discussed such as the situation in Ukraine, developments in the Middle East, and new threats to Europe, with an emphasis on defense and maritime security. (translated)

The Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan announced the establishment of the "Mecca Defense Alliance," aimed at enhancing regional stability and not targeting specific states, while assuring that the alliance is open to other countries that respect international law. (translated)
A tanker was hit by an "unknown projectile" in the Strait of Hormuz, causing a fire that has now been extinguished, while the crew is safe and there were no environmental impacts, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO). (translated)
The American aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln will dock in Thailand next week after more than 200 days in the Middle East, which has raised concerns about the living conditions of the crew. (translated)

The USA is planning to return diplomatic missions to the Middle East, announcing the restoration of personnel at their embassies that were evacuated during the war with Iran, with the first target being the Lebanese embassy. (translated)
Την παραίτηση Σέρμπου από τη Γενική Γραμματεία του Μαξίμου την απαίτησε το ΥΠΕΞ των Η.Π.Α., μετά τις δηλώσεις του για την αδιέξοδη πολιτική τους στη Μέση Ανατολή! Μια μικρή υπενθύμιση για το ότι είμαστε ένα τιποτένιο προτεκτοράτο χάρη στον αστείο Μητσοτάκη!!! #Πολιτική #Ελλάδα #ΜέσηΑνατολή
The professor Marc Lynch in his analysis in Foreign Affairs argues that the era of American dominance in the Middle East is coming to an end, as the recent wars with Iran and in Gaza revealed the limits of American power and destroyed the regional security architecture that had been built over the past 35 years. (translated)
Το πιο ωραίο είναι πως τα Μεμέτια στη βάση δεν πήραν χαμπάρι τα αεροπλάνα του Ισραήλ, απόδειξη τι μπορεί να πάθουν ανά πάσα στιγμή οπουδήυποτε. Και πιστεύει οποιοσδήποτε, πως δεν σκοτώθηκε κανείς Μεμέτης; #Ισραήλ #ΜέσηΑνατολή #Πολέμος
The president of the Iranian parliament, Mohamamd Baqer Qalibaf, is visiting Iraq for meetings with the country's leaders, aiming to strengthen strategic cooperation and seek solutions for the stability and security of the Middle East, amid pressures from the United States and a deadline for pro-Iranian armed groups to lay down their arms. (translated)
President Donald Trump expressed his joy over the new defense agreement between Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey, emphasizing that it demonstrates the unity of the Middle East and the countries' ability to defend themselves. (translated)

Turkish President Erdoğan said in an interview with Al Jazeera that he is open to expanding the "Makkah Agreement" to include Egypt, downplayed the importance of Turkey's EU membership, and pressed again for the supply of F-35s, while presenting Turkey as an important power on various fronts in the Middle East. (translated)

The USS Abraham Lincoln is facing serious challenges during its longest mission in the Middle East, having been away from its base for nearly nine months, with the crew experiencing an exhausted state, low morale, and shortages of essential goods. (translated)

The USS George Washington takes over the position of the USS Abraham Lincoln in the Middle East amid concerns over living conditions and shortages on the Lincoln during its protracted mission in the war with Iran. (translated)

Dr. Amy Holmes analyzes the contemporary geopolitical situation in the Middle East, focusing on the strategies of Iran, Syria, Turkey, and Egypt, as well as the challenges faced in establishing an autonomous Kurdish state. (translated)
