Despite rise in attacks, Egyptian military recounts success story in Sinai While militant attacks have escalated against Egyptian security forces in the Sinai Peninsula, military analysts attribute the uptick to desperation amid a successful crackdown. Egypt
Israel’s coalition paralyzed even as legislator backtracks from resignation Coalition leaders managed to persuade Ghaida Rinawie Zoabi to go back on her resignation, and succeeded in passing the bill on tuition for IDF veterans, but the government is still very fragile and deep in crisis. Israel
Abu Dhabi to partner with British Petroleum on hydrogen power The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company and BP will also help Etihad Airways develop sustainable aviation fuel, which is nearly impossible to obtain at present. Gulf
Landslide victory for Hamas student bloc in West Bank reflects shift in popular support Hamas won a large majority in the student elections at Birzeit University in the West Bank, pointing to the movement’s growing popularity at the expense of the divided Fatah movement. Palestine
Israeli forces find tough resistance in Jenin camp Tension continues to prevail in the Jenin refugee camp where rounds of violence take place daily amid an Israeli threat of a large-scale military operation using helicopters. Palestine
IRGC colonel's assassination highlights Israel's shift in tactics against Iran After the killing of IRGC colonel Hassan Sayyad Khodaei, reports claim that Israel has multiplied its efforts against Iranian entrenchment in Syria and Lebanon, against Hezbollah's precision missile project and against terrorism by Iranian agents. Israel
Rebirth Beirut brings nightlife back to Lebanon’s iconic Gemmayzeh NGO Rebirth Beirut has brought 24-hour power back to Lebanon’s beloved nightlife district, hoping to encourage visitors and businesses to return. Lebanon
Turkey threatens new Syria incursion amid NATO debate Erdogan ups the ante as NATO allies offer cool response to Ankara’s demands over Sweden, Finland membership. Turkey
Egypt to receive wheat shipments from Ukraine by rail from Poland Cairo agreed with Kyiv on four wheat cargoes, which will reach Egypt by rail to Poland, raising hopes of restoring food security. Egypt
Will Turkish opposition leader's Alevi faith be hindrance at polls? While some speculate Kemal Kilicdaroglu's faith could cost him votes in a potential runoff against President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, if framed properly it could even provide an opportunity for the opposition. Turkey
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