Tensions in the Persian Gulf have mounted since attacks on oil tankers this summer, and a major strike on oil facilities in Saudi Arabia. The US has blamed Iran, which has denied being behind the attacks.

National Security Adviser Meir Ben-Shabbat to brief ministers on a potential deal. Cabinet to also debate further slashing PA tax funds over the payments made to terrorists and their families.

Drill comes as a response to recent US maneuvers with its regional ally Saudi Arabia, in which China also participated.

Executive Director of UN Watch Hillel Neuer talks to Israel Hayom about the challenges facing Israel in the international arena, where facts and common sense are ignored in favor of pro-Palestinian politics.

Sadly, efforts launched by the UN, EU, and the US to quell or resolve many conflicts – from Lebanon, Libya, South Sudan, or many other countries – have largely failed.