Gaza malnutrition on rise as Israeli blockade enters third month

Egypt has raised $6 billion through the sale of stakes in state-owned enterprises as part of its privatization initiative, announced during a cabinet meeting led by Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly. This program, launched in February 2023, aims to privatize 32 companies to enhance private sector involvement, attract investment, and address financial obligations amid economic reforms supported by the International Monetary Fund. So far, 21 deals across 11 sectors have been completed, reflecting the government's commitment...

SummaryDonald Trump announced the US would cease attacks on the Houthis in Yemen, claiming they had "capitulated" and would stop targeting shipping in the Red Sea, following a confirmed ceasefire mediated by Oman. The Houthis had launched attacks on commercial vessels, prompting US airstrikes, but now assert they no longer wish to fight, leading to assurances of freedom of navigation. Meanwhile, Israeli airstrikes targeted Yemen's airport and infrastructure in response to Houthi missile strikes towards...

Ceasefire Agreement Between the US and HouthisOman successfully facilitated a ceasefire between the US and Iran-backed Houthis, demonstrating its mediation capabilities. Following heightened conflict due to US airstrikes, Oman’s Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi announced that discussions led to an agreement ensuring neither side would target each other, allowing freedom of navigation in the Red Sea. With this success, Oman aims to leverage its role in future US-Iran negotiations, while Trump expressed appreciation for Oman's efforts...

Port Sudan, once a safe haven for civilians fleeing the two-year war in Sudan, has come under attack from the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), leading to panic and fear among residents. Recent drone strikes targeted key infrastructures, including the airport and fuel depots, causing widespread blackouts and grounding flights, while nearly all humanitarian aid to the country passes through this strategic port. With the conflict displacing millions and exacerbating food insecurity, the sense of...

President Trump's Announcement on Houthi ConflictPresident Trump declared on Tuesday that the U.S. would halt bombings of the Iranian-backed Houthi militia, claiming they expressed a desire for peace. In response, Houthi official Mohammed Al-Bukhaiti stated they would refrain from attacking U.S. interests if the bombings ceased, but would continue military operations supporting Gaza until the Israeli siege ends. Uncertainty remains regarding the Houthis' commitment to stop targeting international shipping, and Pentagon officials were reportedly caught...

In a significant policy shift, U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee has decided to close the direct communication channel between the Office of Palestinian Affairs at the U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem and Washington, which previously allowed for unapproved reporting on Palestinian issues. This move merges the office's responsibilities fully into the embassy, impacting its ability to provide independent insights amid heightened political sensitivity following the Israel-Gaza conflict. Critics, including former U.S. Special Representative Hady Amr,...