The United Arab Emirates has summoned Israel’s ambassador over recent tensions and violence in east Jerusalem, marking the first such diplomatic protest by the Gulf state since 2022.
Source: Al Monitor
Full Article: UAE summons Israeli envoy over Jerusalem march, provocations
UAE and EU look to boost $68bn trade relations with CEPA deal
UAE and EU advance talks over Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement
Source: Arabian Business
Full Article: UAE and EU look to boost bn trade relations with CEPA deal
IDF reduces wartime forces on Lebanese border after months of quiet
Only 50 out of 16,000 southern Lebanese homes are being rebuilt • 190 Hezbollah terrorists killed since ceasefire • Group still has thousands of rockets
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: IDF reduces wartime forces on Lebanese border after months of quiet
Historic breakthrough: IDF reveals laser system shot down dozens of drones in war
The Iron Beam is the most advanced, operational laser in the world, though England, the US, and others have relatively advanced lasers.
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: Historic breakthrough: IDF reveals laser system shot down dozens of drones in war
600 days into the war, hostages testimonies aren't moving needle on a deal
The hostages who have come forward with their testimonies have shown incredible bravery, but official talks between Israel and Hamas have repeatedly stalled.
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: 600 days into the war, hostages testimonies aren't moving needle on a deal
Iran may pause enrichment for US nod on nuclear rights, release of frozen funds, sources say
This comes after five rounds of nuclear talks between the US and Iran, where the two powers have clashed over red lines.
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: Iran may pause enrichment for US nod on nuclear rights, release of frozen funds, sources say
Foreign Ministry launches J50, creating direct line between world Jewry and Jerusalem
The Foreign Ministry told the Post that J50 will focus on issues under the jurisdiction of the MFA updates on diplomatic initiatives and the security of diaspora Jewish communities.
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: Foreign Ministry launches J50, creating direct line between world Jewry and Jerusalem
Palestinians in Gaza 'deserve more than survival,' says UN envoy
Palestinians living in Gaza "deserve more than survival," the United Nations envoy for the Middle East told the Security Council on Wednesday, as Israel's war there enters its 600th day. Israel stepped up its military offensive in Gaza, ignited by an attack by Palestinian militant group Hamas on October 7, 2023, earlier this month, while mediators push for a ceasefire that remains elusive.The issue of aid has come sharply into focus amid a hunger crisis after Israel imposed a full blockade on Gaza for over two months, before allowing supplies in at a trickle last week.
Source: Al Monitor
Full Article: Palestinians in Gaza 'deserve more than survival,' says UN envoy
OPEC+ meets as oil output hike looms
Ministers of the OPEC+ oil alliance, led by Saudi Arabia and Russia, discussed production on Wednesday as another hike looms despite falling prices.The 22-nation group began a series of cuts in 2022 to prop up crude prices, but Saudi Arabia, Russia and six other members surprised markets recently by sharply raising output for May and June.The move has put pressure on prices, which have also fallen as investors worry that US President Donald Trump's tariff onslaught will cause an economic slump and weigh on demand.
Source: Al Monitor
Full Article: OPEC+ meets as oil output hike looms
Qatari-led consortium signs $7B deal with Syria for 5,000 MW of electricity
Syria’s electricity grid needs extensive expansion after 14 years of civil war.
Source: Al Monitor
Full Article: Qatari-led consortium signs B deal with Syria for 5,000 MW of electricity