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Buildings lie in ruin in North Gaza, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, as seen from Israel.
DIPLOMACY

Arab leaders will meet to discuss a postwar initiative for Gaza to counter Trump’s ‘Riviera’ proposal

Arab leaders are scheduled to convene in Saudi Arabia on Friday for their inaugural meeting aimed at addressing US President Donald Trump’s proposal for the US to assume control of Gaza, displace its Palestinian inhabitants, and transform it into a Middle Eastern “Riviera.” This gathering will include representatives from Egypt, Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and other Gulf Arab states, and is … Continue reading Arab leaders will meet to discuss a postwar initiative for Gaza to counter Trump’s ‘Riviera’ proposal

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J-10C fighter
DEFENCE

Egypt’s acquisition of J-10C fighters and PL-15 missiles threatens Israel’s air superiority in the Middle East

Concerns are escalating within Israel‘s defense and security sectors following Egypt‘s recent acquisition of Chinese-made J-10C fighters and long-range PL-15 air-to-air missiles, which have sent ripples of anxiety throughout the region. Israeli defense analysts caution that Egypt’s possession of the J-10C “Vigorous Dragon” and the PL-15 Beyond Visual Range (BVR) missile could significantly enhance its air force capabilities, potentially altering the aerial power dynamics in … Continue reading Egypt’s acquisition of J-10C fighters and PL-15 missiles threatens Israel’s air superiority in the Middle East

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DEFENCE

China-Pakistan JF-17 participates in exercises alongside Rafale, F-15, and Typhoon aircraft

The JF-17 Block III recently showcased its capabilities at the multinational air combat exercise Victory Spear 2025 in Saudi Arabia. Organized by the Royal Saudi Air Force’s Air Warfare Center, this high-intensity Live Execution Exercise (LIVEX) featured a diverse array of airpower, evaluating the combat readiness of advanced fighter jets in realistic scenarios. Saudi Arabia contributed its F-15s, EF-2000s, and Tornados, while Bahrain sent F-16s. … Continue reading China-Pakistan JF-17 participates in exercises alongside Rafale, F-15, and Typhoon aircraft

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Russian warships are seen during a naval parade rehearsal in the Crimean port of Sevastopol in 2016.
DEFENCE

Russia will establish its first naval base in the Red Sea after receiving approval from Sudan

Russia is set to establish its first naval base in Africa, joining the ranks of the United States and China. This development will enhance Russia‘s naval presence in key global waterways, specifically the Red Sea and the Indian Ocean. Sudan’s geographical position is significant, as it borders Egypt and Libya to the north, Ethiopia and Eritrea to the east, South Sudan to the southeast, and … Continue reading Russia will establish its first naval base in the Red Sea after receiving approval from Sudan

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Smoke rises after an explosion in northern Gaza, before a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas goes into effect, as seen from Israel.
TOP STORIES

Gaza ethnic cleansing plan predates Trump, being part of U.S. policy since 2007

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu‘s objective from the outset of his “revenge” campaign against Gaza, initiated 16 months ago, appears to be either ethnic cleansing or genocide. For the subsequent 15 months, former US President Joe Biden acted as an accomplice in this genocide, while current US President Donald Trump is now seen as an ally in the ethnic cleansing efforts. Biden supplied the 2,000-pound … Continue reading Gaza ethnic cleansing plan predates Trump, being part of U.S. policy since 2007

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DEFENCE

K9 Thunder SPH makes its debut in the UAE, featuring a locally produced 1,000 hp engine

South Korean defense leader Hanwha Defense is poised to unveil its K9 Thunder howitzer featuring a domestically produced engine for the first time. A recent announcement on its Facebook page confirmed that the new engine has successfully completed testing and boasts a power output of 1,000 horsepower. Reports from South Korea indicate that the engine has been under development for the last three years and … Continue reading K9 Thunder SPH makes its debut in the UAE, featuring a locally produced 1,000 hp engine

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U.S. President Donald Trump speaks with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman during family photo session with other leaders and attendees at the G20 leaders summit in Osaka, Japan.
DIPLOMACY

Saudi Arabia leads the Arab initiative to find an alternative to Trump’s Gaza proposal

Saudi Arabia is leading urgent Arab initiatives to formulate a strategy for Gaza‘s future, countering U.S. President Donald Trump‘s vision of a Middle East devoid of its Palestinian population, according to sources. Draft proposals are set to be reviewed at a meeting in Riyadh this month, which will include representatives from Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Jordan, and the United Arab Emirates. These proposals may feature a … Continue reading Saudi Arabia leads the Arab initiative to find an alternative to Trump’s Gaza proposal

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Palestinians react after a school sheltering displaced people was hit by an Israeli strike, at Beach camp in Gaza City .
DISPUTES

Gaza is initiating another chapter in its extensive history of attempts at peacebuilding

Arab nations are actively working to formulate a pragmatic strategy for the future of Gaza in response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposal, which suggests that the United States would assume control over the territory while displacing its Palestinian residents to Egypt and Jordan. The following outlines key Middle East peace initiatives since the Six-Day War in 1967, during which Israel captured the West Bank, … Continue reading Gaza is initiating another chapter in its extensive history of attempts at peacebuilding

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Buildings lie in ruin in Beit Hanoun in the Gaza Strip, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, as seen from southern Israel.
DISPUTES

Israeli military mobilizes reservists amid growing concerns regarding the Gaza ceasefire

Israeli military has activated reservists in anticipation of a potential renewal of hostilities in Gaza if Hamas does not comply with a Saturday deadline to release additional Israeli hostages, leading to a collapse of the nearly month-long ceasefire. Under the ceasefire agreement established on January 19, the Palestinian militant organization committed to releasing three more hostages on Saturday. However, this week, Hamas announced it was … Continue reading Israeli military mobilizes reservists amid growing concerns regarding the Gaza ceasefire

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Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman
TOP STORIES

Trump and Netanyahu pushed Mohammed bin Salman towards the nationalism of the King Faisal era

A covert relationship between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Saudi Arabia, which has been developing over several years, has recently begun to unravel in just a few days. During an interview with Channel 14 while in Washington last week, Netanyahu spoke about this relationship in clear terms. “We maintained covert relations for almost three years. On our side, only three individuals, besides myself, were … Continue reading Trump and Netanyahu pushed Mohammed bin Salman towards the nationalism of the King Faisal era

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