Israel denies targeting Gaza hospital, Palestinian leader Abbas cancels meeting with Biden
This was CNBC’s live blog tracking developments in the Israel-Hamas war. Click here for the latest Israel news and updates…
Biden issues warning to longtime Hamas ally Iran, reiterates support for Israel and Netanyahu
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden said Wednesday he warned Iran to “be careful” in the wake of attacks by militant…
Bust of slain commander forces cancellation of soccer match between Iranian and Saudi teams
Editor’s Note: A version of this story appears in CNN’s Meanwhile in the Middle East newsletter, a three-times-a-week look inside…
The Nagorno-Karabakh crisis raises serious questions for Russia — and the West
A short-lived military operation in the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh region appears to have paved the way for Azerbaijan to take full…
Biden: Today ‘five innocent Americans’ imprisoned in Iran are coming home
President Joe Biden celebrated the release of five American prisoners from Iran on Monday. “Today, five innocent Americans who were…
Biden nominates Jack Lew to be U.S. ambassador to Israel
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden nominated former U.S. Treasury Secretary Jack Lew on Tuesday to serve as ambassador to Israel.…
U.S. imposes sanctions on Russia and Iran for wrongful detention and hostage-taking of American citizens
WASHINGTON — The Biden administration on Thursday announced a first round of sanctions targeting Russia and Iran for engaging in hostage-taking…
Supreme Court says Halkbank not immune from U.S. prosecution for Iran sanctions violations under FSIA
The Supreme Court ruled Wednesday that Halkbank, which is owned by the government of Turkey, is not immune from criminal…
Honduras ditching Taiwan raises larger geopolitical concerns
Honduras’ decision to cut diplomatic ties with Taiwan in favor of China is yet another sign of growing Chinese influence…
