Israel’s Shin Bet warns violent Jerusalem protests could lead to 'dangerous' escalation Rallies for the release of the hostages and calls for the resignation of the government are ramping up in Israel, where some desperate protesters have resorted to violence. Israel
Saudi Arabia-South Korea ties grow with industry push, pivot east Saudi Arabia is seeking to become a hub for traditional and electric vehicles, and the kingdom’s relations with South Korea are growing in several sectors. Saudi Arabia
Turkey’s pro-Kurdish party slams annulment of election victory in southeast The move, which sparked violent protest in the southeastern province of Van, is widely seen as a fresh crackdown on the country's pro-Kurdish party by Turkish authorities. Turkey
Iran says killing of commanders in suspected Israeli strike ‘won’t go unanswered’ Fears grow over a wider regional conflict as Iran's leadership pledges retaliation against Israel, which is accused of having killed over a dozen senior Iranian commanders during the course of the Gaza war. Iran
Humanitarian groups suspend Gaza operations after Israeli strike kills 7 aid workers World Central Kitchen, a US-based charitable organization, said seven of its workers were killed in an Israeli strike in central Gaza. Israel said the incident is under investigation. Palestine
New Palestinian government sworn in as PA reform prospects dwindle The new Palestinian government is made up of ministers unaffiliated with political factions but loyal to the Palestinian Authority's longtime president. By Daoud Kuttab In Amman, reporting on Palestinian politics
