Israel and Hezbollah urged to avoid ‘catastrophe’

The Palestinian health ministry reported that two men were killed in an Israeli air strike on a "terrorist cell" near Tubas in the West Bank. Israeli forces raided the hospital in Tubas, alleging that they were collecting bodies but denied entering the hospital. Violence in the West Bank has escalated since the Gaza war, with hundreds of Palestinians killed and multiple attacks on Israelis resulting in casualties. Full Article

The Israeli military stated it killed three Hamas members in an air strike near Tubas in the West Bank, claiming they were planning a terrorist attack. Following the strike, soldiers found weapons in the area and denied raiding a hospital where the injured were taken. Violence in the West Bank has escalated since the conflict in Gaza started, with casualties on both sides. Full Article

Gartner predicts that over 30% of GenAI projects will fail by 2025 due to issues like poor data quality and escalating costs, making it challenging for organizations to prove value. Deployment costs for GenAI models can range from $5 million to $20 million, with varying levels of risk and impact based on use cases and approaches. Despite challenges, early adopters have seen revenue increases, cost savings, and productivity improvements, highlighting the potential benefits of GenAI...

Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani embarks on a state visit to the UK, aiming to secure a trade deal with the Gulf states, including a state banquet at Buckingham Palace and talks with Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The visit comes as the UK government seeks to boost the economy through a free trade agreement with the Gulf Cooperation Council, with potential economic benefits of £1.6 billion. The visit will also include discussions on...

The surprise resurgence of Syria's civil war has caught the United States off guard, with the conflict escalating as Islamist rebels seize Aleppo and challenge Syrian strongman Bashar al-Assad. While the US has historically avoided direct involvement, recent developments could lead to a shift in strategy, especially as regional dynamics change. The Biden administration has committed humanitarian aid for Syria's displaced, but the conflict's impact on the Middle East's security architecture and potential outcomes remain...

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