Let's dive into the vibrant world of Saudi tourism, where the Saudi Red Sea Authority has just introduced four new industry codes to boost coastal tourism. These codes, like the Marina Planning and Design Code, aim to align marinas and cruise terminals with global standards, positioning the Red Sea as a top global tourism destination.

Speaking of transformations, Riyadh is making waves with its digital initiatives. During Smart Life Week in Seoul, Mayor Prince Faisal bin Abdulaziz highlighted Riyadh's projects in tourism, sustainability, and sports under Vision 2030, reflecting Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's vision for Saudi Arabia's future.

Meanwhile, geopolitical tensions are also in focus, as Turkiye's President Erdogan, visiting Tirana, condemned Israel's actions in Gaza as "genocide." Erdogan also inaugurated the Great Mosque of Tirana and sought to enhance economic ties and military cooperation in the Balkans.

Turning our attention to humanitarian efforts, Japan has pledged 915 million yen to aid Syria's recovery through the UNHCR, following crises and recent earthquakes. This aid aims to rebuild vocational training facilities and support small businesses, boosting resilience in affected Syrian regions.

In the Middle East, France and Britain have stepped in with a $19.7 million aid package to the Palestinian Authority. This funding, part of a World Bank initiative, addresses financial challenges impacting health and education in the West Bank amidst ongoing tensions and revenue withholdings by Israel.

Lastly, focusing on safety and security, Turkiye has begun a sea evacuation of its citizens from Lebanon amid rising Hezbollah-Israel tensions. The Turkish ship TCG Bayraktar has evacuated nearly a thousand Turkish citizens, with more evacuations expected due to increased security concerns.