UN Security Council backs Moroccan plan for disputed Western Sahara The resolution boycotted by Algeria says the Moroccan plan "could constitute a most feasible solution" to the conflict. Morocco
Analysis Iran scrambles to revive diplomacy as its last firewall against new war After months of regional tensions, military strikes and diplomatic paralysis, Iran appears to be seeking a revival of nuclear talks, signaling that even amid deep mistrust, it views diplomacy as the only way to avert another war. By A correspondent in Tehran In Tehran, reporting on politics
Top US sanctions official to travel to Middle East, Europe to discuss 'maximum pressure' on Iran Reuters
Oil prices fall for 3rd straight month as Saudi-led OPEC+ weighs more cuts The falling oil prices are being driven further down by China’s slowdown and are affecting Saudi Arabia’s diversification plans. Saudi Arabia
Sudan PM orders state of alert as atrocity claims mount in Darfur The UN Security Council met Thursday to address reports of mass killings and alleged atrocities in el-Fasher following its capture by the Rapid Support Forces. Sudan
Uber announces $200M technology center in Turkey: What to know The new site in Istanbul will join Uber’s other global tech centers located outside the United States in Brazil, India and the Netherlands. Turkey
US energy secretary scraps visit after Israel puts $35B Egypt gas deal on hold Despite US pressure, Energy Minister Eli Cohen refuses to approve a $35 billion gas deal with Egypt until "a fair price for the Israeli market" is secured. Israel
