France, Germany, Italy push for EU sanctions against Hamas leaders In a letter to the European Union Foreign Affairs chief Josep Borrell, the foreign ministers of the three countries stress they would like to see more Hamas leaders sanctioned. Israel
First commercial brewery to open in United Arab Emirates Previously, the only way a vendor or business could sell beer in the UAE would be if it was manufactured overseas. United Arab Emirates
Middle East countries join global call for strike in solidarity with Palestinians Several countries in the region observed a strike in solidarity with the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip and to demand an end of the Israeli war. Palestine
Analysis Germany's double approach to Israel: Expand Gaza aid, mum on cease-fire Germany has seen significant spike in antisemitic attacks since the the war. Chancellor Olaf Scholz called this week on the Netanyahu government to do whatever it can to limit the number of casualties in Gaza and to allow humanitarian aid convoys. By Rina Bassist In Paris, reporting on Israeli politics and European affairs
Analysis Will US pressure on UAE-China tech cooperation pay off? Companies in the Gulf are feeling pressure from the United States over technological ties with China, according to one expert. By Adam Lucente In New York City, reporting on regional news, militancy, climate change
Saudi Arabia promises 'game changing' Africa investments, with mining projects set to grow rapidly Afshin Molavi