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The event was attended by thought and business leaders as well as former officials. The event was attended by guests from media, private business, and government. Drones and radars: Can Turkey-Italy defense trade bring political benefits? By Barin Kayaoglu. In Ankara , reporting on geopolitics and national security. Iran likely hopes its recent purchase of Su fighter jets from Russia will revitalize its aging air force as tensions escalate with militarily superior Israel.
By A correspondent in Tehran. Netanyahu first foreign leader to meet Trump Tuesday: What to expect. While President Donald trump is expected to push Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to go through with the second phase of the hostage deal, the Israeli leader is expected to ask the American president to turn up the heat on Tehran.
Italy revamps ties with Saudi Arabia, eyeing investments and defense trade. On her first visit to Saudi Arabia, Meloni is seeking to rebrand Italy's political engagement in the Middle East and bring about a new era for Italian industry in the region. By Jennifer Gnana. In Dubai , reporting on Gulf energy policy and politics. The ministry's strategic role in financial decision-making and postwar reconstruction has intensified political disputes, with opposition groups and international actors resisting Hezbollah's dominance.
By Dario Sabaghi. Latest News 'Death itself could not get us out of here! Sign up to our Daily Briefing Keep up with Al-Monitor's top stories with a morning digest from across the region. Inside Witkoff's Gaza visit: Trump's envoy assures Israel on next steps. By Ben Caspit. In Tel Aviv , reporting on national security, Israeli politics, defense.
