Saudi Arabia, France pledge aid to Lebanon for food, health sectors Some countries have been reluctant to provide aid to crisis-stricken Lebanon without the government's implementation of economic reforms. Lebanon
Jews celebrate end of Passover in UAE Muslims and Christians gathered inside the Jewish Council of the Emirates in Dubai upon the invitation of Rabbi Eliyahu Abadi to celebrate together the Mimouna — a Jewish feast that comes seven days after Passover. Gulf
Gaza rocket won't stop Israel's policy efforts Defense Minister Benny Gantz has for several months been advancing policies to better the lives of Palestinians, and last Friday's rocket won't derail them. Israel
Italy's ENI to tap North African gas for Europe Europe’s race to reduce its energy dependence on Russia has put the spotlight on Algeria, Egypt and Libya, but their capacity to boost exports in the short term is limited and any significant increase would require large investments and stability. North Africa
Syrian opposition concerned about Ankara-Damascus talks on refugees Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu has recently admitted that his government held security talks with the Syrian government amid plans for the "safe return" of Syrian refugees to their home country. Syria
As Armenia pushes for reconciliation, Turkey plays hard to get Armenia's prime minister is willing to establish ties with Turkey without any preconditions, but many in the Armenian diaspora find accepting Ankara’s continued denial of the 1915 genocide unthinkable. Turkey
Explainer: UAE business delegation visits Kashmir, meets Indian PM The UAE and India have a strong economic relationship. The Kashmir visit could affect UAE-Pakistan ties. United Arab Emirates
Iran confirms Taliban diplomats stationed in Tehran Embassy Tehran said the move to allow Taliban-appointed diplomats was not a step toward recognizing the current establishment in neighboring Afghanistan. Iran
Saudi Arabia, Turkey react to Elon Musk's Twitter takeover Musk’s purchase of the social media giant is being heavily discussed in Saudi Arabia and Turkey, where the billionaire has a complicated history with both governments. Saudi Arabia
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