The public response of Western politicians has been largely cautious, sometimes confused. But some analysts also praised Mr. Trump’s restraint.
Tag: Middle East
After Iran’s Drone Attack, Trump Says This Country ‘Will Not Stand for It’
Iran’s destruction of the high-altitude American drone surprised some Defense Department officials, who said it was in international airspace, an assertion Iran disputed.
Iran Says It Shot Down a U.S. Drone, Escalating Tensions
The drone was flying over Iranian airspace when it was brought down, Iranian state media reported. The United States disputed the account.
Iran Releases U.S. Resident Charged With Spying
Nizar Zakka, arrested in 2015 and convicted of spying for the United States, was released to Lebanese authorities.
Trump Circumvents Congress to Sell Weapons to Middle East Allies
The Trump administration is equipping Saudi Arabia, the U.A.E. and Jordan, even as the president remains reluctant to increase the number of American military personnel on the ground.
Trump Considering Sending More Troops to Middle East to Protect U.S. Forces There
The acting defense secretary, who briefed White House officials on the military options, gave no indication of how many troops were under consideration.
Iran Stiffens Its Resolve as the Trump Administration’s Pressure Mounts
Increasing pressure has taken a toll on Iran, but if the goal was to change its behavior or its government, it has so far achieved neither.
Palestinian Business Leaders Reject Trump’s Economic Overture
The Trump administration is organizing a conference to show Palestinian business leaders the economic benefits of its Mideast peace plan. The Palestinians are saying no thanks.
Syrian Government Starts Campaign to Retake Last Opposition Stronghold
The regime has gradually cornered rebels, extremist fighters and civilians alike in Idlib Province.
F.A.A. Urges Commercial Flights to ‘Exercise Caution’ Over Persian Gulf
Amid escalating tensions between the United States and Iran, the agency alerted airliners to a growing risk of “misidentification” when flying in the region.