Focusing U.S.–Iran diplomacy narrowly on the nuclear file ignores Tehran’s broader regional influence network from Lebanon to Yemen, undermining prospects for real Middle East stability
In a country worn down by crisis, the circulation of Nada Hamadeh Mouawad’s name signals a deeper question about whether competence can finally shape Lebanese decision making over loyalty and sectarian balance
After high-level talks in Islamabad end without agreement, Washington moves to tighten economic pressure on Iran, raising stakes for the Strait of Hormuz, Lebanon, and the broader regional order.
Tensions between the U.S. and Iran escalate after failed Islamabad talks, with a naval blockade pushing oil above $100 and raising fears of global economic fallout and renewed conflict.
The visit bypasses France’s traditional role as the Vatican’s gateway to Africa, reflecting changing diplomatic and church dynamics amid strained France–Algeria relations.
