Jordan officials use products from Israeli company to violate activists privacy, rights - report
The Citizen Lab states that the use of Cellebrite's tool "likely violates international human rights law."
Middle East
Iraq says it will begin legal proceedings against ISIS prisoners transferred from Syria
Investment, amnesty, withdrawal: US outlines Gaza demilitarization plan led by NCAG - explainer
Will Donald Trump's Hamas disarmament endgame make Israel safer? - analysis
Turkey opposes foreign intervention in Iran, Erdogan tells Iran's Pezeshkian
In a statement, the Turkish presidency said the leader had discussed the latest developments in Iran, after the worst domestic unrest since the 1979 Islamic Revolution.
European Parliament adopts resolution condemning Iran’s brutal treatment of protesters
The resolution came following a heated debate on Tuesday, where the motion’s proponents decried the recent human rights violations against protesters in Iran.
Rafah crossing to open next week amid search for Ran Gvili's remains, Gaza officials say
"I am pleased to announce the Rafah crossing will open next week in both directions. For Palestinians in Gaza, Rafah is more than a gate. It is a lifeline and symbol of opportunity," Shaath said.
Jared Kushner unveils $25 billion plan to transform Gaza into economic hub by 2035
The Board of Peace estimates that more than $25 billion will be needed to develop modern utilities and public services.
US President Donald Trump, world leaders sign Gaza Board of Peace's official charter
US president at Davos: "Once this board is completely formed, we can do pretty much whatever we want to do."
Islamic regime's crackdown on Iran protests 'unsustainable,' ex-CIA chief says
Citing recent degradations of Iran’s proxies, such as Hezbollah, Hamas, and the Assad regime, Petraeus labeled the past year as “very very damaging” to Iran.
'How many more of us need to be killed?' Iranian woman calls on Trump to aid protesters - N12
"We're waiting for President Trump to keep his promise," she said. "Mr. Trump, where are you now?"
Syria accuses Kurds of breaking truce in 'dangerous escalation,' tenuous peace deal threatened
The Syrian army said an attack took place as soldiers were securing a captured military base containing explosives, calling it a dangerous escalation.
Putin said to be studying Board of Peace proposal as Trump insists he 'accepted' invitation
“He was invited. He’s accepted,” Trump told reporters at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland after meeting with NATO chief Mark Rutte.
Why Israel says joining Trump’s Board of Peace was not optional - analysis
Israeli officials say staying out of Trump’s Board of Peace was never an option, citing influence over decisions, frustration with the UN, and concerns over Gaza and Hamas.
