Syria signs landing deal for first international submarine cable with Medusa, state-run TV reports
The submarine cable system is intended to connect 12 countries across North Africa and southern Europe, according to Medusa's website.
Middle East
Pakistan defense minister warns of 'open war' with Afghanistan if peace talks fail
Trump taps businessman as new Iraq envoy as US pushes disarmament of Iran-backed militias
Rubio visit signals US all-hands-on-deck approach to post-war Gaza stability - analysis
US backs Syria’s new regime, but risks ignoring sectarian violence
BEHIND THE LINES: US special envoy calls for lifting Syria sanctions, but concerns grow over ongoing sectarian violence and the treatment of minority communities under al Sharaa.
Palestinian terrorists released to luxury Cairo hotel alongside tourists - Daily Mail
Pictured alongside Western tourists, the Mail tracked down the 154 terrorists released to Egypt at the Marriott’s five-star Renaissance Cairo Mirage City Hotel in Cairo.
Nas Daily: 'Best thing for Israelis and Palestinians is defeat of Hamas'
"There are only 2 million people like me in the world who can see both sides. We both have the same goal: No more terrorism."
US flies surveillance drones in Gaza airspace to monitor Israel-Hamas ceasefire compliance - NYT
The drone operation was carried out with Israel's consent and is being used to monitor ground activity in the area.
Voices from the Arab Press: Gaza's reconstruction dilemma
A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world.
US State Dept appoints career diplomat to lead Gaza coordination hub
Steven Fagin has served as US ambassador to Yemen since 2022, although he has performed the role from outside the country, which is controlled by the Houthi government not recognized by Washington.
WATCH: IDF kills Hezbollah's Southern Front logistics commander
Karky was involved in efforts to rebuild Hezbollah's military capabilities and assisted in reestablishing infrastructure for the terrorist organization.
Netanyahu, Egyptian intel chief meeting transforms dialogue into strategic cooperation, expert says
Senior INSS researcher Ofir Winter posits that Israel and Egypt may update peace agreement to allow both armies to strengthen border security.
Gaza security force to include countries Israel 'comfortable with,' Rubio says
US Secretary of State: UNRWA a subsidiary of Hamas, has no role in Gaza • West Bank annexation "a threat to the peace process"
Frustration toward Israel in White House grows amid fragile ceasefire, annexation vote – POLITICO
US Vice President JD Vance delivered a “firm message” to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu from US President Donald Trump in Wednesday's Jerusalem meeting.
