Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 is making waves on the global stage for its support of individuals with disabilities, as highlighted by Ruqaya Ajaj during a panel discussion at the Human Rights Council in Geneva. With policies offering resources to families and public awareness campaigns, Ajaj lauded the Kingdom’s efforts and encouraged other nations to follow suit.

Meanwhile, tensions are escalating in the Middle East as Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi accused Israel of using US-supplied bunker buster bombs to target Hezbollah's headquarters in Beirut. This claim was made during a UN Security Council meeting where senior Hezbollah leaders were reportedly the targets of the strike.

Adding to the uncertainty, conflicting reports have emerged regarding Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah’s status after the Israeli strikes. While it’s confirmed he is alive, his current condition is unclear as Iran's Tasnim news agency stated he was safe, with Tehran still working to verify his status.

In response to these developments, President Joe Biden has ordered changes to US troop deployments in the Middle East. This strategic shift aims to enhance deterrence and ensure the protection of US forces, following the Israeli airstrikes, with Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin underscoring that the US had no prior knowledge of the attack.

Iran has intensified its condemnation of the Israeli strikes, labeling them as "flagrant war crimes" and pledging support for Lebanon. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian criticized the strikes on Beirut's Dahiya neighborhood, accusing Israel of state terrorism, and denounced the US-led ceasefire call as a deceptive tactic.

Back in North Africa, Tunisia is facing political turmoil with parliamentary debates over a bill to transfer election dispute powers, sparking protests ahead of the presidential election. With incumbent President Kais Saied leading the race, the debate heats up as the country grapples with significant political changes and legal controversies surrounding candidates.