Under Trump, Saudi civil nuclear talks delinked from Israel recognition, report says – Middle East Monitor

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appointed Major General David Zini as the new head of the Shin Bet security agency, disregarding the attorney general's warnings and a recent Supreme Court ruling that deemed the dismissal of the previous chief, Ronen Bar, "improper and unlawful." This decision has sparked controversy, with protests against Bar's ousting and concerns about Netanyahu's potential conflict of interest linked to ongoing investigations involving his advisers. Opposition leaders and NGOs have vowed...

The UN has confirmed that nearly 90 aid trucks entered Gaza on May 21, 2025, following Israel's partial approval for humanitarian supplies. The trucks, which departed the Kareem Shalom crossing, carried vital items including nutrition supplies, flour, and medicines, but UN relief chief Tom Fletcher highlighted the ongoing challenges faced by humanitarians in delivering goods where they are needed most. Despite this shipment, the volume of aid remains limited and insufficient to address the extensive...

SummaryIran’s Fars News Agency criticized Azerbaijan and Israel for their perceived collaboration during the Eurovision song contest, highlighting a Jewish singer's representation of Azerbaijan and an Azerbaijani heritage singer from Israel. This condemnation reflects Iran's ongoing hostility towards Azerbaijan, which it views as a proxy for Israeli influence, exacerbated by Azerbaijan's public display of Jewish identity and diplomatic ties with Israel. Tensions have escalated with Iranian military exercises near the border and antisemitic propaganda, signaling...

SummaryBritain's largest mosques and Muslim organizations have sent an open letter to Prime Minister Keir Starmer, criticizing the UK government's inaction regarding the ongoing atrocities in Gaza, which they describe as collective punishment and potential war crimes. Signed by 44 institutions, the letter urges measures including an immediate ceasefire, ending the Gaza blockade, recognizing Palestinian statehood, and halting arms sales to Israel, emphasizing the need for a just two-state solution and warning that continued support...

SummaryTwo Israeli embassy staff were shot dead near the Jewish museum in Washington DC, with witnesses reporting gunshots. The suspected shooter, identified as 30-year-old Elias Rodriguez from Chicago, later entered the museum looking distressed and confessed to the act, stating, "I did this for Gaza, free Palestine," according to witnesses Yoni Kalin and Katie Kalisher. The incident occurred on Wednesday evening and has raised significant concerns regarding security and motivation behind the attack. Full Article

Article 2 of the EU-Israel Association Agreement, emphasizing respect for human rights, is being scrutinized as the EU's support for Israel continues despite the ongoing violence in Gaza since October 2023. The EU has recently expressed concerns about the humanitarian crisis, while Israel dismisses these concerns, arguing they misunderstand the situation. The author argues that the EU's failure to halt trade agreements with Israel indicates complicity in violations of Article 2, suggesting that true accountability...