Italy PM Meloni investigated over release of Libyan official: What we know The Italian government is facing scrutiny after repatriating a Libyan security official wanted by the International Criminal Court. Libya
Israel suspends next Palestinian prisoner release after chaotic Hamas handover of hostages Another three Israelis and five Thai nationals have been freed from captivity in Gaza. Israel
Syrian al-Qaeda affiliate, HTS offshoot Hurras al-Din dissolves: What we know Hurras al-Din, which split from Hayat Tahrir al-Sham after the latter distanced itself from al-Qaeda, had led attacks against Syrian government forces and Russian interests in Syria. Syria
Hamas officials say Israel delaying aid delivery to Gaza, may affect hostages' release Agence France-Presse
Israeli defense minister: Troops could stay in Syria buffer zone 'indefinitely' The Israeli military is gearing up to stay on the Syrian side of Mount Hermon and in the buffer zone on the Israel-Syria border at least throughout the winter. Israel
Iran's Khamenei cautiously leaves door open for diplomacy with Trump In his latest statements, Ali Khamenei did not rule out talks with the United States, marking a shift from his uncompromising anti-US approach in recent years. Iran
Trump invites Netanyahu to White House as envoy visits Saudi Arabia, Israel President Donald Trump has invited Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to visit the White House on Feb. 4, making the Israeli premier the first foreign leader to be invited to the White House in Trump’s second term. United States
Turkey arrests prominent talent agent over 2013 Gezi protests Ayse Barim’s arrest reflects a broader campaign to silence dissent, government critics say. Turkey
Egypt’s economic reboot fuels bond market return with $2B sale Egypt is making big moves to resuscitate its economy. Egypt
