Netanyahu's Stance on Gaza Ceasefire, Saudi Arabia's Family Strategy, and Global Diplomatic Efforts Amid Conflict
Netanyahu insists on an Israeli presence in Gaza ceasefire talks, as Jordan resumes humanitarian aid amid ongoing conflict. In parallel, Saudi Arabia launches a Family Guidance Strategy while addressing diplomatic and security concerns.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is firm on maintaining an Israeli presence in the Philadelphi corridor as part of any ceasefire deal with Hamas, despite Hamas seeking a full Israeli withdrawal from Gaza in exchange for releasing hostages.
Meanwhile, the Jordanian Armed Forces have resumed crucial humanitarian airdrops to Gaza after a two-month pause, addressing the significant casualties resulting from the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas.
In a bid to enhance family stability, Saudi Arabia's Minister of Human Resources and Social Development launched the Family Guidance Strategy at the 7th Family Forum in Riyadh, aiming to empower family guidance practitioners as part of Saudi Vision 2030.
Additionally, Saudi Arabia continues to engage in diplomatic relations, with Deputy Minister for Political Affairs Saud Al-Sati meeting Iraq’s ambassador to discuss mutual interests, and Abdulmajeed Al-Samary receiving Estonia’s non-resident ambassador's credentials.
On the security front, the EU Naval Mission Aspides is set to launch a rescue operation for the Greek-flagged oil tanker Sounion, which suffered a Houthi rebel attack off Yemen’s coast, preventing an environmental disaster while fires still burn on the vessel.
Lastly, in Jerusalem, thousands gathered to mourn Hersh Goldberg-Polin, an American-Israeli hostage killed by Hamas, whose tragic death after nearly 11 months in captivity has sparked significant grief and protests in Israel.