Iran navy expanding its presence in Red Sea, Israel says Israel's defense chief said Iran's navy is "methodically basing itself in the Red Sea," posing risks to international shipping. By Al-Monitor Staff
UAE signs free trade agreement with Indonesia after deals with India, Israel The UAE has a similar deal in the works with a South American country next. Gulf
Iran's chief negotiator warns Israel against war preparations The raging war of words coincided with protracted diplomacy over the revival of the Iran nuclear deal, which Israel has relentlessly criticized. Iran
Israel takes down Hezbollah drones headed for Mediterranean gas rig By intercepting Iran-made UAVs sent by Hezbollah earlier this week, Israel has made it clear that it can protect its maritime assets. Israel
Lapid, Macron discuss Hezbollah, Iranian nuclear deal in Paris On his first trip abroad as prime minister, Yair Lapid met at the Elysée Palace in Paris with French President Emmanuel Macron to discuss Lebanon, Hezbollah and Iran. Israel
Turkey blocks VOA, Deutsche Welle in pre-election media clampdown The ban came after the websites failed to apply for licenses that would allow government to oversee their content. Turkey
Dubai to test 'zero-emission' electric bus The UAE is investing in an array of green and renewable energy projects. Gulf
Price hikes worsen food insecurity in Palestine Thousands of Palestinian families are facing the threat of food insecurity, as a result of the significant rise in the prices of basic commodities, while officials fail to address the issue. Palestine
Lapid’s greatest election challenge will be skyrocketing cost of living Prime Minister Yair Lapid has only four months to show Israelis he can do something about the continuously-increasing cost of living and high housing prices. Israel
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