Following Israel’s green light on the modified Qatari hostage deal, diplomats from Israel, the US, and mediating countries await Hamas’s decision with growing optimism

A week into the escalating war, a steady stream of families, young couples, and solo travellers continue to arrive in Agarak. Most are Iranian citizens with residency abroad, many returning to countries like Austria, Australia, and Germany after what was meant to be summer holidays

While international journalists remain restricted by the Iranian government, BBC Persian and other outlets have received a flood of personal testimonies via interviews and social media. Many residents, fearful of repercussions, spoke anonymously

The discussions come shortly after the football superstar hinted at his departure from Al Nassr, the club he joined in 2022. There is an ongoing difficult negotiation to convince Ronaldo to stay and play," said the source, highlighting the significance of the talks

The situation prompted international concern, with Israel confirming it had launched limited air strikes in the region, claiming the actions were aimed at “protecting Druze civilians from encroaching Islamist militants”

This development comes at a time when Saudi Arabia is easing strict social regulations as part of its Vision 2030 initiative. However, authorities have emphasized the need to curb activities that undermine community security and contribute to human trafficking

Speaking at the OPCW assembly in The Hague, Asaad al-Shibani pledged to eliminate Syria's remaining chemical weapons, seeking justice for victims and adherence to international law. However, he emphasized that achieving these goals would require support from the global community

Ahmed Aboul Gheit, Secretary-General of the Arab League, emphasized the unified stance against displacement, whether voluntary or forced. "The Arab stance is to reject any displacement," he declared, without directly referencing Trump's plan

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a meeting with top security officials on Tuesday to assess the situation. Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken stated that the agreement was ready for implementation, depending on Hamas' acceptance

Lebanon, despite its own political and economic challenges, had been a key destination for Iraqi travelers, particularly for those seeking medical treatment, business opportunities, or tourism

The canal, which accounts for 12% of global trade and is a key pillar of Egypt’s struggling economy, has been heavily affected by the ongoing war between Israel and Gaza, as well as a series of attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels

The arrests occurred during the dispersal of spontaneous gatherings celebrating the reported end of Assad's decades-long rule and the announcement by Syrian rebels that they had taken control of Damascus. Assad and his family were said to have fled to Russia