Tensions flare between Hamas, Fatah less than a month after Palestinian unity talks
Hamas accuses the PA of rearresting released terrorists, while Fatah accuses Hamas of preventing humanitarian operations for Gazans.
Middle East
Gulf Arab states approve military command headquarters in Kuwait
Canada reimposes sanctions on 11 entities over Iranian non-compliance with nuclear obligations
Between Iran, Iraq and a hard place: Iraq’s prime minister weighs next moves - analysis
Saudi-led coalition intercepts drone over oil-rich Eastern Province
The coalition said its air defenses destroyed a drone over the Eastern Province and intercepted missiles launched at the Saudi capital and the southern region.
Iraq to reopen Sheeb border crossing with Iran, temporarily close Mandali border
The US Treasury had requested the closing of the all but two border crossings with Iran as part of its campaign to increase economic pressure on Tehran.
Trump: Saudi Arabia, Qatar want peaceful resolution to Iran war, US ready to strike if needed
Trump also met with Qatari PM and FM Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, saying that Doha, along with other Gulf States, wants to maintain the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
Board of Peace calls on Israel to authorize winter supplies aid entry into Gaza following flooding
“The situation no longer represents simply a threat posed by the approaching winter, but an immediate humanitarian emergency,” the Board of Peace said in a statement.
IDF confirms entry of tents, winter supplies into Gaza after Hamas blames Israel for conditions
In addition to the tents and winter supplies, the IDF detailed other humanitarian projects being conducted in the Gaza Strip, including efforts to improve water and sanitation infrastructure.
Emirati charity linked to Mohammed Dahlan arranges mass wedding for 250 Gazan couples
Around 250 Palestinian couples wed at a UAE-backed ceremony in Gaza, where exiled Fatah figure Mohammed Dahlan urged Palestinian leadership reform.
Syria, Jordan launch joint probe into deadly airstrikes, sign 11 deals
Syria and Jordan agreed to investigate deadly airstrikes that killed seven civilians, while signing 11 cooperation deals to strengthen bilateral ties.
Widespread blackout caused by drone attack on Khor Mor gas field, exposing Iraqi vulnerabilities
The attack struck a gas storage and truck-loading facility containing approximately 1,500 tons of cooking gas, according to Rudaw.
Damascus shifts east: How a Syrian-Saudi defense pact redefines regional power dynamics - analysis
The regime in Damascus operated outside the traditional Arab state system. Fast forward several decades, and things begin to change.
Analysts question Saudi Arabian strategy as Syria denies reports of deployment in region
Syrian FM Shaibani said on October 31 that Damascus was evaluating whether to join the Mecca Joint Defense Agreement, which treats an armed attack against one member as an attack against all.
