Lebanon’s Aoun in Saudi Arabia seeking army support, $3 billion grant Saudi Arabia is pleased with recent political developments in Lebanon, said one expert, and the president wants the kingdom to bolster aid to the Lebanese army amid the implementation of the ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah. Lebanon
Iran Reformists scramble as Zarif resigns, Hemmati impeached: What to know This is the second time Mohammad Javad Zarif has submitted his resignation under Iran’s current president, Masoud Pezeshkian. Iran
France says Israel-Lebanon deconfliction holding — but for how long? The mechanism charged with controlling the implementation of the ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah proves efficient, say French senior officials. Lebanon
Analysis Why Iran oil sanctions on China may not prove as effective as Trump hopes Washington has sanctioned entities in China and the United Arab Emirates involved in the trade of oil and drone components with Tehran. By Sabena Siddiqui In Karachi, reporting on South Asia, Middle East, Iran
Inflation in Turkey dips under 40%, lowest in nearly 2 years Finance Minister Mehmet Simsek said he expected the decline in inflation to continue due to Turkish monetary policies. Turkey
Culture Palestinian-Israeli documentary, Iranian film win at Oscars: What to know Two films from the Middle East won Oscars at Sunday's Academy Awards, highlighting the growing reputation of the region's film industry at a time of ongoing tensions and crises. Palestine
