The latest news, analysis and opinion on the developing conflict in the Middle East.
Beirut hit overnight with intense wave of air strikes against Hizbollah including targets near airport
Palestinian militant group’s assault sparked war in Gaza that has spread across the Middle East
International criticism of the Gaza war has led many Israelis to retreat inwards. Feeling abandoned, they have backed the government’s military campaigns
Irish president rejects Israeli calls for UN battalion to withdraw from southern Lebanon
Hospital in southern Lebanon hit by a strike shortly after warning to evacuate
Joe Biden defends Israel’s right to defend itself as it escalates offensive against Hizbollah in Lebanon
Brent crude up almost 10% amid speculation of Israeli or Iranian strikes on energy infrastructure
The US president had hoped to disentangle from the Middle East. But the turbulence in the region could influence the election and define his legacy
Hamas attack on Israel was horrific, but the response has inflamed the region
Speculation about targets is growing as the region grapples with what comes next
Israel is considering attacks on Iranian energy sites, for which Iran might then retaliate, affecting global supplies
Military aimed to kill heir apparent to Hassan Nasrallah in one of the heaviest bombardments of the Lebanese capital
Assault on Hizbollah targets devastates Lebanese capital’s densely populated Dahiyeh
US officials believe response to Iranian strike will be measured enough to avoid escalation
Without US support, analysts believe the Israeli air force will struggle to mount a successful operation
Markets are shrugging off conflict in the Middle East. Will that last?
Satellite data shows more than 3,100 buildings affected as intense wave of attacks kills over 1,300 people
Medical facility linked to Hizbollah hit as Israel steps up ground offensive
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The IDF has devastated the militants from the air but success on the ground may require a much longer campaign
Benjamin Netanyahu vows to strike back after dozens of Iranian missiles sent to Israeli targets
Western officials fear Washington’s influence may be limited as they try to prevent escalation of regional conflict
Barrage sends Brent crude up amid concerns of wider war in critical energy region
Even the dollar, which usually surges at times of geopolitical crisis, is showing only a modest pick-up
IDF is widely expected to strike the Islamic republic following missile barrage
