"You Wouldn't Want to Take the Risk": Can Russia Save Iran?
A global headlines review: analysts assess that Russia and China will not intervene militarily to defend Iran in a confrontation with the US; Gulf states prepare for an American attack and an Iranian response; The Washington Post analyzes the hesitation of the Israeli opposition to include Arab parties in a coalition.
Globes presents a daily review of headlines from the international media, covering three main topics. First: a rare phone call between Putin and a senior Iranian official raises questions about Russia and China's commitment to defend the regime in Tehran in the event of a direct confrontation with the US. Quoted analysts clarify that Russian support is limited and will not amount to military intervention that would endanger Moscow. Second: Gulf states, according to a report in the Wall Street Journal, are preparing for the possibility of a heavy American attack on Iran and an Iranian counter-response, including drills at airports, a shift to remote learning, and the cancellation of conferences. Third: The Washington Post analyzes the unwillingness of center-left leaders in Israel to cooperate with Arab parties, noting a gap between politicians' concerns and public willingness.