'I'm proud to support the state of Israel,' the California governor said. Newsom's comments are being closely watched because he is seen as a likely 2028 Democratic presidential candidate, at a time when Democratic voters' support for Israel has fallen sharply

Gulf leaders fear a prolonged war could damage their economies and regional stability, and are seeking de-escalation alongside guarantees of deterrence. Meanwhile, Egypt is trying to promote a pan-Arab security arrangement as Turkey positions itself as a key mediator

Hezbollah Secretary-General Naim Qassem said the group's decision to join the Iran war earlier this month was a response to Israeli strikes that continued after the sides signed a cease-fire agreement in November 2024