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Lebanon's president gains Saudi backing, US guarantees for Israel deal
According to diplomatic officials, the US, with the help of Israeli intelligence officials, is providing a security umbrella for Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and senior government officials who support the agreement with Israel. At the same time, Aoun has received backing from Gulf leaders to advance the diplomatic move.
The year that could change Europe – and prove decisive for Israel
Internal crises and shifting public sentiment across three major European powers threaten to alter the European Union's diplomatic stance toward Jerusalem.
Under threat of civil war: This is Lebanon's balance of power
The new framework agreement with Israel is reawakening Lebanon’s internal demons. Between threats from Hezbollah and the Amal Movement, and the push by President Aoun and the Christian-Sunni camp to dismantle the militias, this is the picture of a country on its last legs.
Report: Israel sold advanced weapons systems to Saudi Arabia, Qatar
Israeli defense companies have supplied Qatar and Saudi Arabia with defense systems, flight helmets and night-vision equipment over the years as part of international projects, according to a report published by Haaretz. The deals were carried out despite Israel having no official diplomatic relations with either country.
Ukraine's drone war hits Russia as refineries burn, Crimea panics
Ukrainian drone strike capabilities have caught the Kremlin by surprise, with officials in Russia conveying alarm and gloom. In Crimea, shortages of food products are being felt and fuel sales have been banned: "People are trying to flee from here on foot or by bicycle."