17 dead bodies found on Libyan beach Libya remains a major departure point for people seeking to irregularly sail to Europe, but the trip can be deadly. News Brief
The Takeaway: Khamenei warns neighboring Azerbaijan over Israel ties Egypt’s Nile encroachers; Morocco and Ethiopia; Turkey and Syria; Israel’s looming budget showdown; Lebanon’s zoo animals; Egyptian mummy faces revealed; Gilles Kepel talks with Alaa Alaswany — all in about 1,400 words! Iran
Egypt’s first ticking clock ticks again Egypt gets ready to announce the return of its oldest ticking clock, which French King Louis Phillippe gifted to Muhammed Ali Pasha, then-ruler of Egypt, in 1846. Culture
Saudi Aramco close to retaking Apple as most valuable global company The recent surge in oil prices has lifted Aramco from the low point of its valuation during the COVID-19 pandemic. News Brief
Tensions between Erdogan and opposition-run Istanbul municipality turn violent The standoff between the municipality and police sparked violence at the historic ferry dock. Turkey
Iran concerned by Israel's presence in Caucasus, FM says Iran’s chief diplomat, Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, said his country will "not tolerate geopolitical change" in the region. Iran
Jordan, Syria, Lebanon discuss electricity cooperation A project to provide Lebanon with electricity is the latest sign of Jordan resuming times with Syria. News Brief
Russian FM, Blinken discuss reviving Iran deal Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and Secretary of State Antony Blinken discussed prospects for resuming talks over the landmark nuclear deal, the Russian Foreign Ministry said Wednesday. Iran
At OECD, Israel joins global battle against climate change Environmental Protection Minister Tamar Zandberg and Energy Minister Karin Elharar are both in Paris for the OECD ministerial summit, pledging Israel’s commitment to battle global climate change. Israel
Israel willing to give maritime talks with Lebanon another try Energy Minister Karin Elharar says that while Israel welcomes the new American mediator, 'we will not give up on Israel’s security nor on any of Israel’s territory.' Israel
Arab-Israelis split on Shin Bet's role in fighting surging violence Arab-Israelis are divided over the government’s decision to bring in the IDF and the Shin Bet to help police control rising crime and violence in Arab towns. Israel
Hamas grows bolder in West Bank Israel has warned Egyptian intelligence that Hamas operatives in the West Bank are fueling demonstrations and conducting lone-wolf operations there. Palestine
Egypt inaugurates water plants in Sinai amid development plans Egypt is advancing major projects and inaugurating water treatment plants to support development plans for the Sinai Peninsula. Egypt
Kurdish party in Iran claims killing of Iranian intelligence operative The news comes at a time of high tension between Kurdish groups and the Islamic Republic. News Brief
Turkish parliament head to visit Italy Turkey enjoys strong relations with Italy, in contrast with its problematic relations with France and Greece. News Brief
IDF vows to continue striking Iran’s nuclear program IDF chief of staff responds to Iran's demand that Israel's attacks on nuclear sites stop if UN wants full inspection access to resume. Israel
