Hezbollah chief threatens Cyprus, says nowhere in Israel will be spared in case of war Agence France-Presse
US nixes Israel meeting after Netanyahu says US withholding weapons The White House rejects Benjamin Netanyahu's claims that it has withheld weapons and ammunitions over the "past few months." Israel
Egyptian authorities arbitrarily arresting Sudanese, Amnesty says The alleged mass arrests and forced expulsions of Sudanese coincide with the raging war in Sudan, where fears of foreign interference are growing. Egypt
Analysis France, Israel squabble over Gaza, Lebanon, but no divorce on horizon The Eurosatory affair and disagreements on Gaza and Lebanon have tampered with the bilateral relations between Israel and France, but not all is lost. By Rina Bassist In Paris, reporting on Israeli politics and European affairs
Suspected Israeli drone in south Syria kills Syrian army officer Since the Israel-Hamas war began in October, Israel has stepped up strikes inside Syrian territory, targeting Iranian-linked positions. Syria
In first debate, Iran’s 6 presidential contenders clash over sanctions, ailing economy The first in a series of live debates was held as part of a campaign by the state broadcaster to instill voter enthusiasm and reverse anticipated apathy in a largely disillusioned electorate. Iran
Ancient lost city may have been unearthed in UAE: What we know Archeologists believe recent discoveries in the United Arab Emirates’ Al Sinniyah Island may be connected to an ancient city famed for its pearls that fell into decline after the sixth century. United Arab Emirates
Turkey's street dogs face mass cullings as Erdogan touts euthanization bill The bill has caused uproar among animal lovers, triggering noisy demonstrations. Turkey
As Netanyahu protests, Blinken says Israel arms shipments moving 'normally' The top US diplomat said one shipment of 2,000-pound bombs to Israel's military remains under review, though most weapons shipments continue. Israel
Algeria hit by water protests as climate crisis deepens Northwest Algeria's Tiaret is experiencing water shortages due to intense heat and little rainfall, mirroring problems in other parts of the region. Algeria
