Hamas, Islamic Jihad denounce PA over killing of fighter in West Bank The Palestinian Authority is unpopular in the West Bank, and the incident occurred as its leading Fatah faction is seeking to reconcile with Hamas and other armed groups. Palestine
Turkey cuts all trade with Israel as ties fray The Israeli Foreign Minister said Ankara was blocking Turkey’s ports for Israeli imports and exports. Turkey
Biden’s grand bargain between Saudi Arabia and Israel hangs by a thread Diplomatic sources briefed on the discussions suggest it would likely fall short of Article 5 of the United States’ 1960 treaty with Japan, but would likely go beyond the benefits of major non-NATO ally. Saudi Arabia
Iran slaps sanctions on US, UK entities over support for Israel's war effort Iran announced a series of measures against US and UK entities and individuals over their support for Israel in its war in Gaza, which has raised fear of a full-blown conflict in the region. Iran
Colombian president says country cutting diplomatic ties with Israel Addressing a public gathering on Labor Day, Colombian President Gustavo Petro, a harsh critic of the Netanyahu government, announced his intention to sever diplomatic relations with Israel. Israel
Iran’s case against the BBC over killed teenage girl: What we know Nika Shakarami disappeared after attending an anti-government protest in Iran in 2022 and became a symbol of the demonstrations. Iran
Turkey seeks to join South Africa as plaintiff against Israel at ICJ The move comes as Ankara seeks to dial up pressure on Israel after March 31 local elections. Turkey
‘Bracing for the worst’: Aid groups draw up Rafah contingency plans The uncertainty surrounding Israel’s threatened ground offensive in Gaza's southern city of Rafah has made it difficult for aid groups to prepare for their own evacuations. By Elizabeth Hagedorn In Washington, DC, reporting on diplomacy, regional politics, human rights
Starbucks, McDonald's, KFC continue to feel effects of Gaza war boycotts Starbucks on Tuesday lowered its expectations for full-year sales and profits after a disastrous quarter that saw a marked drop-off in customer traffic. Palestine
