Egypt green-lights sweeping privatization strategy following IMF agreement The plan defines the contours of the state’s future participation in the economy, including those activities it plans to exit, to increase the contribution of the private sector. Egypt
Explainer: Why Lebanon port blast families keep clashing with police Families of the Beirut port explosion victims continue to protest, asking for justice. Lebanon
Two Palestinians killed by Israeli army in West Bank Palestinians clash with Israeli forces almost on a daily basis resulting in an increasing number of deaths. Palestine
The Takeaway: As Israel veers right, US tries to reason with Netanyahu Plus, a grim milestone for an American prisoner in Iran, prospects for peace in Yemen and Arab-Israeli cooperation highlighted at Negev Forum. Israel
Anti-Zionist Jewish group says Israel's Ben-Gvir has 'extreme settler attitude' Neturei Karta is known for its staunch opposition to Israel, and the group has caught the wrath of right-wing national security minister Itamar Ben-Gvir. Israel
Istanbul mayor charged with corruption as Turkish opposition weighs Erdogan challenger The latest move against Ekrem Imamoglu comes as Turkey’s opposition weighs which candidate would stand the best chance against Erdogan. Turkey
Ukraine and Turkey defense chiefs speak amid prisoner-swap reports The Turkish and Ukrainian defense chiefs have discussed the situation in Ukraine amid ongoing humanitarian talks between Russian and Ukrainian representatives in Turkey. Turkey
Saudi Arabia's mining sector sees boost after UK and domestic fund deals The agreement with Saudi Arabia will help the United Kingdom reduce dependence on China, according to the British government. Gulf
Netanyahu’s judicial reform push bolsters opposition Dormant since the Nov. 1 electoral defeat, Israel’s opposition is now rallying against the new government's judicial reform plans. Israel
