Erdogan says US has ‘historic responsibility’ to ensure Gaza cease-fire in call with Biden The phone call comes amid increasingly frayed ties between Ankara and Washington. Turkey
How France is targeting Hamas financing Representatives of 20 countries gathered in Paris to formulate a plan against the financing of Hamas and expand sanctions against its members. Israel
Iran slams US' planned maritime force in Red Sea The Iranian threats come amid repeated attacks against vessels in the area, mostly claimed by the Iran-backed Houthi group. Iran
Turkey: Lawmaker dies after heart attack in parliament The lawmaker’s cardiac arrest followed a speech critical of Turkish-Israeli relations and provoked strong reactions on the Turkish Twittersphere. Turkey
Analysis Does Hamas have a future after Gaza war? Also: Qatar’s outsized diplomacy and we need to talk about Iran. By Week in Review , Andrew Parasiliti
Britain hits Iran and its foreign proxies with fresh sanctions The measures, coordinated with the United States, also target Iran's shipping sector and drone exports. Iran
World Bank ups Middle East climate financing to $10B by 2025 The global lender provided $6.3 billion in climate financing for the MENA region between 2021 and 2023, much of it focused on mitigation and adaptation. Legacy: Gulf
