Saudi Arabia has launched the second phase of its humanitarian airlift to Lebanon, part of a strategic effort to assist those displaced by recent Israeli strikes and reaffirm its global commitment to humanitarian relief.

In related news, the ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon is holding, as confirmed by US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, offering a flicker of stability in a region fraught with tension.

French President Emmanuel Macron weighed in on Middle Eastern challenges, emphasizing the complexities in Syria and Lebanon, and criticized Syrian President Assad's ties with Iran as a threat to regional stability.

Meanwhile, the conflict in Syria escalates, with significant clashes north of Hama highlighting the ongoing struggle as government forces and insurgents confront each other in strategically vital areas.

Shifting to Asia, South Korea's political landscape is in turmoil after President Yoon's abrupt martial law declaration, swiftly revoked amid intense scrutiny, which echoes the country’s authoritarian past.

On a different note, Soudah Development is spearheading an eco-friendly luxury tourism initiative in Saudi Arabia, aligning with the kingdom’s Vision 2030 to promote sustainability and economic diversification.