Lebanon
Israel-Lebanon ceasefire draws scepticism from politicians and Israeli public
Israel’s cabinet approved a US-brokered ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah in what was a 10-1 vote in favour. The vote came after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the nation on the evening of November 26.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announces Lebanese ceasefire agreement
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the nation on the evening of November 26, confirming that he will present a ceasefire agreement with Lebanon to his cabinet for approval that went into effect at 04:00 on November 27.
EBRD warns of risks for emerging markets pursuing industrial policies
Industrial policy is back "with a vengeance” but can have a distorting effect, EBRD chief economist Beata Javorcik told bne IntelliNews
Trump’s defence pick asked, “Why is Islamist Turkey a member of Nato?”
Evangelical Pete Hegseth, who has crusader tattoo, also wrote Western military bloc “is not an alliance; it’s a defense arrangement for Europe, paid for and underwritten by the United States”.
Hezbollah leader warns Israel ahead of expanded conflict
Hezbollah's new Secretary General, Sheikh Naim Qassem, warned of expanded strikes against Israel.
Israeli leaders rejoice as Trump wins US presidential race
Israeli government officials were primarily receptive to President Donald J Trump’s US election victory over Vice President Kamala Harris, and were quick to congratulate him on his win.