1)

How did he rule over the countries?

1.

Radak: They feared him, so they brought gifts to him and served him.

2)

What is the meaning of "Min ha'Nahar Eretz Pelishtim"?

1.

Radak citing Targum Yonasan: From the Pras river until Eretz Pelishtim. Malbim (Divrei ha'Yamim II, 9:26) - in Divrei ha'Yamim, it says "Min ha'Nahar v'Ad Eretz Pelishtim."

3)

Why does it mention that he ruled over many countries before describing his meals?

1.

Malbim: Due to his greatness, he needed a great meal. It was not a burden on the nation, for others brought gifts to him and served him.

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