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Campus Groups Try to Make Room for Middle-Ground Opinions on the Middle East

Some college students and faculty members are seeking space for nuanced perspectives on the Israel-Hamas war on deeply divided campuses.

The New York Times - 1h

Delivering Tomorrow: talabat's Evolution in the Middle East

From a startup to a transformative tech leader, discover how talabat champions innovation, sustainability, and community connections in the MENA region

CBS News - 2d

Putin Stays Silent on Syria in Meeting With Russia’s Military

In an hourlong televised meeting with his top military brass, Vladimir Putin left Syria unmentioned and made it clear that winning in Ukraine was his top priority.

The New York Times - 4d

Israel ramps up airstrikes on Syrian military targets

Israel ramped up military operations in Syria on Monday, launching a series of airstrikes on over 60 military sites across the country. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay has more from ...

CBS News - 5d

Debunking the myth of the military welfare queen

Veterans are speaking out against the notion of military welfare queens, arguing that the rise in disability payments is due to the Global War on Terror and the aging of Vietnam veterans, rather ...

The Hill - 5d

Israel Strikes Military Targets in Syria

The Israeli military hit weapons depots and air defenses, according to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights. Israel has said it aims to keep military equipment away from extremists.

The New York Times - 5d

Netanyahu and Erdoğan compete to be the Middle East’s strongman

Turkey and Israel move to take advantage of the fall of the Assad regime in Syria

Financial Times - 5d

Pakistan’s military struggles to solve ‘Imran Khan problem’

Jailed former prime minister remains hugely popular and capable of mobilising support, say analysts

Financial Times - 6d

‘Malcolm in the Middle’ Is Getting a Four-Episode Revival on Disney+

The return of “Malcolm in the Middle,” which aired from 2000 to 2006, will follow Malcolm as he helps his parents celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary, Disney+ announced.

The New York Times - 6d

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on the strength of a diverse military

The nation's first African American Secretary of Defense talks about the responsibilities of the job, and the importance of a diverse fighting force.

CBS News - 6d

Amazon and the endangered future of the middle manager

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy delivered one of 2024's major job headlines with his five-day office mandate, but there's a bigger tech organizational shakeup at work.

CNBC - 6d

Trump reportedly considering military action against Iran

The Wall Street Journal reported that President-elect Donald Trump and his allies are reportedly considering military action against Iran after he takes office. CBS News national security ...

CBS News - Dec. 13

US military flies missing American out of Syria

The U.S. military on Friday flew a missing American citizen out of Syria this week, after the stunning fall of Syrian leader Bashar Assad's regime. Travis Timmerman was transferred to U.S. forces ...

The Hill - Dec. 13

Middle and higher earners face increasing tax burden

Budget measures combine with legacy ones to raise tax bills

Financial Times - Dec. 13

Niger's military rulers suspend BBC broadcasts

Yahoo News - Dec. 13

Israel seizing on Syria chaos to strike military assets

Israel has attacked Syrian military assets and has troops operating in the Golan buffer zone and slightly beyond.

BBC News - Dec. 11

Israel to continue strikes on Syrian military assets

The Israeli military says it has been targeting weapons stockpiles in Syria with hundreds of strikes since the fall of the Assad regime in an effort to keep the weapons away from extremists. CBS ...

CBS News - Dec. 11

Will Middle East unrest cause gas prices to increase?

Yahoo News - Dec. 11

Hegseth faces questions about women's role in the military

Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's pick to lead the Defense Department, continued meeting with senators on Capitol Hill in an effort to gain enough support for confirmation. Hegseth is ...

CBS News - Dec. 10

Israeli Strikes Hit Syria's Navy, Military Arsenals

The strikes are part of Israel’s campaign to destroy weapons left behind by ousted President Bashar al-Assad’s forces.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 10

Israel strikes hundreds of military targets in Syria

Turkey accuses Israel of displaying occupier mentality and UN envoy says airstrikes must cease. Middle East crisis – live updates Israeli warplanes have intensified an air offensive in Syria, ...

The Guardian - Dec. 10

Russian forces stay put at key military bases in Syria

Satellite imagery shows no signs of withdrawal from air and naval facilities

Financial Times - Dec. 10

From the Military to a Watchmaker’s Bench

Since its first class in 2017, the Veterans Watchmaker Initiative has provided free training to almost 80 former servicemen and women.

The New York Times - Dec. 10

Netanyahu says Israel is 'transforming the face of the Middle East'

Yahoo News - Dec. 10

Breaking down the U.S. military implications of Assad's fall

President-elect Donald Trump is now signaling that the U.S. military should not intervene in Syria, posting on social media over the weekend, "this is not our fight." Charlie D'Agata has more on ...

CBS News - Dec. 9

With Syria in Flux, Turkish Forces Attack U.S.-Backed Forces

Rebels supported by Turkish air power fired on a Kurdish-controlled city in northern Syria, pitting proxies of the U.S. and Turkey — NATO allies — against each other.

The New York Times - Dec. 9

Rheinmetall, Auterion to Develop Standardized Software for Military Drones

The arms producer and drone software company have reached a deal to cooperate in creating an industry standard for controlling and operating unmanned drones, which is expected to benefit Ukraine in ...

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 9

Turkish military helicopters collide in midair, killing 5 military personnel

Officials says two Turkish military helicopters have collided in midair, causing one of them to crash

ABC News - Dec. 9

In Fight for Syria, a Battle for Domination of the Middle East

In a region “already on fire,” analysts say, rebels’ advance toward Damascus is a barometer of the shifting power dynamics that also affect nations like Iran, Turkey, Russia and the United States.

The New York Times - Dec. 8

Assad's Downfall Marks a New Realignment in the Middle East

Winners and losers have already emerged, Turkey gained, Russia and Iran lost sway—but the gains and losses could prove illusory.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 8

A welcome end to a brutal Middle East dynasty

Collapse of Syria’s Assad regime brings hope — and fear — to a beleaguered nation

Financial Times - Dec. 8

Military leader dissolves Burkina Faso's government

Yahoo News - Dec. 7

Fact or Fiction: LeBron James' Lakers are stuck in the middle

Los Angeles has lost seven of its last nine games, including an OT thriller on the road Friday. What is the franchise's path forward?

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 6

What does the middle want? Effective leadership and results.

No Labels has identified 10 core beliefs that enjoy widespread support among the middle of the electorate, including strong borders, equality of opportunity, equality under the law and affordable ...

The Hill - Dec. 6

Middle East crisis live: thousands flee Homs in central Syria as rebel forces push on

Rebels have captured key cities of Aleppo and Hama, dealing blows to president Bashar al-Assad 14 years after protests erupted across Syria. Iran aims to send missiles and drones to Syria and ...

The Guardian - Dec. 6

Military advocacy group makes push on Capitol Hill

Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story Top military group pushes for quality of life measures The National ...

The Hill - Dec. 5