Serbia opens factory to assemble Israeli-made drones: What to know Serbian President Vucic said the factory will put together “state-of-the-art” Israeli-designed drones and employ around 100 workers. Israel
Netanyahu threatens to sue Haaretz for reporting UAE warned Israel of Oct. 7 attack The Emirati president reportedly warned that a planned attack could cause bloodshed, destabilize the region and threaten the Abraham Accords. Israel
12 countries including France, UK, Canada end trade with West Bank settlements The decision comes against the backdrop of an escalation in settler violence and settlement expansion in the occupied West Bank. Israel
Analysis LORA missile test reveals limits of Germany’s Gaza criticism of Israel The German navy tested Israel’s LORA ballistic missile as Berlin considers acquiring the system, deepening defense ties with Israel despite criticism of the Gaza war. By Rina Bassist In Paris, reporting on Israeli politics and European affairs
Analysis Why Palestinians see success of Trump talks as contingent on Israeli elections By Mohammed Najib
Hamas targets Sufis in Gaza Sufis have opposed the way the Hamas government came to power, prompting the movement to shut down their institutions and restrict their religious activities. Palestine
The Takeaway: Yemen’s future may be affected by Iran talks Iran and Israel; Iran and China; Iran and Turkey; Hamas alternative to "Fauda"; and more … all in less than 1,400 words. Legacy: Gulf
Gaza opens 1,700-year-old Byzantine church to public The Byzantine Church dating back to the fifth century in Jabaliya in northern Gaza was renovated and restored into a public museum by the Hamas-run Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, in a bid to revive domestic tourism. Palestine
Hamas looks to push its own narrative with new series to rival 'Fauda' Hamas is producing a new series that will air during the month of Ramadan, with the aim to debunk the Israeli narrative of events in the Gaza Strip. Palestine
Palestinian, Turkish ethnic mixture persists over times Many Palestinians from Gaza are leaving the besieged enclave for Turkey in search of better living conditions. Palestine
Israeli environmentalists, neighbors blast plan for new town in Negev Despite Interior Minister Ayelet Shaked's enthusiasm, both green groups and neighboring towns are unhappy with a plan to build a new village near the Gaza border. Israel
Hamas plans to continue using cryptocurrencies for operations Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz signed an order to seize more than $800,000 on cryptocurrency on its way to Hamas, but a spokesperson for the movement said that the Israeli announcement was exaggerated. Palestine
Hamas holds memorial tribute for Soleimani in Gaza Hamas still depends on Iran for support. Palestine
Rockets fired from Gaza After several weeks of relative quiet, Israel now suspects that Hamas, Islamic Jihad, or both are trying to escalate pressure on Israel and on Egypt. Israel
Reasons behind Mohammed Dahlan's Democratic Reform Current elections in Gaza Mohammed Dahlan’s Democratic Reform Current held its first internal elections in Gaza, ahead of Fatah’s general conference next March and in light of failed reconciliation efforts within the movement. Palestine
Israeli contractor working on Gaza security wall injured by gunfire Palestinian farmers were also injured by Israeli military artillery fire in response to the shooting. News Brief
Israel's Gantz announces confidence-building measures after hosting Palestinian President Abbas After hosting Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas at his home in Rosh Ha’ayin, Defense Minister Benny Gantz announced a series of confidence-building measures for Palestinians in the West Bank and Gaza. Israel