US approves over $500M arms sale to Israel ahead of Netanyahu visit The State Department has greenlit $500 million worth of JDAM guidance kits for Israeli bombs, as at least 80 people were reportedly killed by Israeli military gunfire and airstrikes across the Gaza Strip on Monday. United States
Iran’s rial falls by 3% as Tehran grapples with war aftermath The rial has fallen considerably since May, as officials lash out against the US despite the recent conflict coming to a close. Iran
Trump signs executive order ending decades-old Syria sanctions The sweeping directive unwinds layers of sanctions but maintains Syria's designation as a state sponsor of terrorism. Syria
Israeli strike on cafe in Gaza kills at least 33, medics say: What to know The Israeli military on Monday stepped up its operations in Gaza, calling for Palestinians to evacuate large areas of the north and carrying out fresh strikes, including one on a beachfront cafe. Palestine
Analysis Trump’s intervention fuels debate in Israel: Will Netanyahu accept plea deal or pardon? Many in Israel were stunned when President Donald Trump slammed the trial of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and called it a "witch hunt." By Rina Bassist In Paris, reporting on Israeli politics and European affairs
Saudi PIF reports 60% profit drop as inflation, low oil prices bite The PIF said that the impairments were mainly related to changes in operational plans and increases in budgeted costs. Saudi Arabia
Jordan refuses to play Israel in FIBA Basketball World Cup: What to know Amid Israel’s military campaign in Gaza, an international backlash is affecting the country’s participation in global sports competitions. Jordan
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