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A large blast and gunfire was heard at Aden airport shortly after a plane carrying Yemen’s newly-formed government landed on Wednesday, an Al Arabiya correspondent reported.At least thirteen people were killed and dozens more were wounded in the attack on Aden airport, two local security sources told Reuters. There was no immediate claim of responsibility for the attack.For all the latest headlines follow our Google News channel online or via the app.An Al Arabiya reporter said that initial reports indicate that Yemeni government ministers have not been harmed in the attack.The cabinet members including Prime Minister Maeen Abdulmalik, as well as Saudi Ambassador to Yemen Mohammed Said al-Jaber, were transferred safely to the city’s presidential palace.“We and the members of the government are in the temporary capital of Aden and everyone is fine,” Maeen tweeted from Maasheq palace. “The cowardly terrorist act that targeted Aden airport is part of the war that is being waged against the Yemeni state and its great people.”A local security source said three mortar shells had landed on the airport's hall. Martin Griffiths, the UN Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for Yemen, condemned the airport attack, calling it an unacceptable act of violence.“I strongly condemn the attack at Aden airport upon the Cabinet’s arrival and the killing and injury of many innocent civilians. My sincere condolences and solidarity to all who lost loved ones,” he said via Twitter.“I wish the Cabinet strength in facing the difficult tasks ahead. This unacceptable act of violence is a tragic reminder of the importance of bringing Yemen urgently back on the path towards peace,” he added.- With AgenciesRead more: Yemen announces new government formation: State TV
Source: Al Arabiya
Full Article: At least 13 killed in Aden airport attack after new Yemeni government lands

Experts warn of an environmental crisis if a project is not advanced by Jordan and Israel to save the Dead Sea that is shrinking at catastrophic rates.
Source: Al Monitor
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Since former President Omar al-Bashir's overthrow, Sudan and Egypt are boosting cooperation to confront extremist ideas and groups.
Source: Al Monitor
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In the past few weeks, Ankara has made several overtures toward rapprochement with Israel, yet Jerusalem seems to be waiting for something solid.
Source: Al Monitor
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Yemeni military intercepted and destroyed an explosive-laden drone near Aden’s presidential Maasheeq palace.The newly formed Yemeni governmental officials and Saudi Ambassador to Yemen Mohammed Said al-Jaber were safely transferred to Aden’s presidential palace following the terrorist attack on the city’s airport after the government’s plane landed.For all the latest headlines follow our Google News channel online or via the app.Earlier a large blast and gunfire was heard at Aden airport shortly after a plane carrying Yemen’s newly-formed government landed on Wednesday, an Al Arabiya correspondent reported. At least thirteen people were killed and dozens more were wounded in the attack on Aden airport, two local security sources told Reuters. There was no immediate claim of responsibility for the attack.Yemeni Prime Minister, Maeen Abdulmalik Saeed, affirmed that the government is in the temporary capital, Aden, to remain and to exercise all its duties and actions which are supported by the will of the people.In a video, the Prime Minister clarified that the “treacherous, cowardly and terrorist attack” that targeted Aden International Airport coinciding with the arrival of the president and members of the government of political competencies puts the government at the heart of its responsibilities, which is the task of ending the coup, restoring the state, and spreading stability and recovery throughout our country.Read more:At least 13 killed in Aden airport attack after new Yemeni government landsYemen’s PM calls Houthi killing of mother in Ibb a ‘heinous crime’
Source: Al Arabiya
Full Article: Yemeni military intercepts explosive-laden drone near Aden’s presidential palace

Tehran has been reducing its gas exports to Baghdad due to unpaid bills, worsening an already critical energy situation.
Source: Al Monitor
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Arab leaders claim the police have long turned a blind eye to the crime-riddled cities, towns and neighborhoods where gangs rule and where illegal weapons run rampant.
Source: Jerusalem Post
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Sources in Jerusalem and Washington have said in recent weeks that Indonesia, Mauritania or Oman could be the next country to join the accords.
Source: Jerusalem Post
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America flew bombers over the Persian Gulf in an effort to warn Iran against attacking the US..
Source: Albawaba
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The UAE-Israel Business Council, which has been pioneering partnerships in the Gulf, helped foster this new relationship.
Source: Jerusalem Post
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