Five key takeaways from Turkey's local elections Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) came up short in recent local elections as Turks, including longtime AKP voters, expressed their dismay over the spiraling economy. By Ezgi Akin In Ankara, reporting on diplomacy, EU-Turkey ties, NATO
Ireland wealth fund to divest from 6 Israeli companies in blow to relations The amount of Ireland's divestment is relatively small, but it is part of the wider effects of the Gaza war on Israeli businesses. Israel
The long road ahead for Kaan, Turkey’s nascent fifth-generation fighter jet Turkey’s aspiring ruler of the skies will need to overcome various challenges before it can truly become a fifth-generation fighter, analysts say. Turkey
The Al-Monitor Brief More of the same? Kuwait opposition majority continues Kristen Talman interviews Bader Mousa Al-Saif
Israel admits errors in Gaza aid worker killings, says believed was targeting Hamas Agence France-Presse
Israel sacks 2 top IDF officials, citing 'serious failure' in strike on Gaza aid workers After investigating the incident in which seven workers of the aid organization World Central Kitchen were killed, the Israeli military dismissed two senior officers and sanctioned two others. Israel
Northern Cyprus tightens property sales rules amid influx of Russian money Northern Cyprus seeks to tighten its laws on real estate purchases to foreigners amid allegations of Russian black money, Zionist plots and encouragement from Ankara. Turkey
Growing demand for Lebanon's avocados offers promising prospects for farmers Lebanon's export of avocados has grown remarkably, achieving significant expansion through heightened exportation efforts that have embraced safety regulations like international standards and certification in farming, fertilizing and marketing. Lebanon
Israel to reopen Erez crossing for Gaza aid after US pressure The Israeli measure came after President Joe Biden warned that the US could revise its support if Israel did not protect civilians in Gaza. Palestine