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- 1Saudi Arabia has not ruled out nuclear weapons, report says▼Saudi Arabia has not ruled out nuclear weapons: report
A new report says Saudi Arabia has not ruled out acquiring nuclear weapons, according to coverage from outlets including The New Arab and Fox News. The statement underscores longstanding questions about the kingdom's nuclear ambitions, especially amid regional tensions with Iran and unresolved talks over US cooperation on a civilian nuclear program. The development is drawing wide attention across international and regional media.
- 2Russia and Ukraine Trade Deadly Air Strikes as Casualty Count Rises●🟠 UPDATE Russia and Ukraine Trade Deadly Air Strikes Killing 16 Casualty count updated to at least 10 people. Context ad
Russia and Ukraine exchanged overnight air strikes that killed at least 10 people, with some reports putting the toll at 16. The escalation comes shortly after the United States put forward a proposal for fresh ceasefire talks to be held in the United Arab Emirates. Officials say the casualty figures may still change as rescue teams work through damaged sites. The strikes are being read as a sign that diplomacy and fighting continue on parallel tracks.
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An airstrike attributed to the Saudi-led coalition hit Yemen's Taiz province, killing seven people, according to The New Arab. Taiz has seen sporadic fighting despite the truce that has largely reduced front-line combat across Yemen in recent years. The strike drew immediate attention as reports of civilian casualties threaten efforts to keep the fragile calm in place.
- 4UAE Opens UN Crime Congress, Launches Pledge4Justice Fund▼UAE Opens 15th UN Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice and Launches Pledge4Justice with First Pledge of Up to USD 5 Million
The United Arab Emirates has opened the 15th United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice, an international gathering focused on global strategies against crime. Alongside the opening, the UAE launched a new initiative called Pledge4Justice, committing an initial pledge of up to USD 5 million to support its goals. Multiple news outlets carried the announcement, highlighting the country's role in convening the congress.
- 5Massive Attack member arrested at Gaza protest▼Massive Attack member arrested over Gaza, anti-genocide protest
A member of the British trip-hop group Massive Attack has been arrested in connection with a protest against the war in Gaza and alleged genocide. The New Arab reported the arrest. Details about the individual's identity, the circumstances of the arrest, and any charges have not yet been made clear.
- 6MENA startup funding keeps growing despite regional headwinds▼Startup wrap — Funding momentum continues in MENA despite regional headwinds
Arab News reports that startup funding across the Middle East and North Africa continues to build momentum even as the region faces broader economic and political challenges. The roundup highlights ongoing investor interest in MENA-based startups, with new funding deals signaling resilience in the regional tech ecosystem despite headwinds that might otherwise discourage investment.