Is Israel’s ongoing assault on Gaza a genocide or not?

• South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, who currently chairs the BRICS group, strongly calls for an immediate ceasefire, describing the situation in Gaza as 'a genocide.'
• Pronouncements of several Israeli politicians, who openly called for extermination of Palestinians, have added to the fears of a genocide in Gaza.

85 animals set free at Prince Mohammed bin Salman Royal Reserve

• The release is part of the National Center for Wildlife’s program with increasing and relocating endangered wild animals.
• The animals released this morning are 20 Arabian oryx, 40 rim antelopes, six mountain gazelles, six alpine ibexes.

GCC leads in climate action despite fossil fuel reliance

• The UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar outperform 17 other countries in key areas of green investment, sustainable infrastructure, and energy transition, says a report.
• Leading the green transformation is the UAE, which has been proactively funding a variety of clean energy projects, including solar, wind, and nuclear energy.

Arab, Islamic leaders seek end to Israeli aggression

• The Joint Arab Islamic Extraordinary Summit, held in Riyadh calls for an immediate ceasefire and the establishment of a just and lasting peace based on a two-state solution.
• Leaders from the Arab and Islamic world jointly call for the protection of Palestinian civilians, emphasizing the centrality of the Palestinian cause in regional stability.

Saudi-African Summit calls for peace in Middle East

• The Summit in Riyadh emphasizes resolving the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, urging international pressure on Israel for peace and addressing Gaza's humanitarian crisis.
• Marking a significant step in Saudi-African relations, Riyadh Declaration vows to enhance cooperation across defense, economic, cultural, and environmental sectors.

Sharjah looks to boost economic, investment ties with Uganda and Kenya

• In order to boost trade with Uganda and Kenya, the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) will dispatch a trade mission to the African countries
• The trade mission will explore ways to enhance development and foster stronger ties as part of the chamber's commitment to supporting the local business community

Crisis escalates in Gaza as medical supplies dwindle

• The humanitarian situation in Gaza reaches a critical point as medical supplies run low and the Al-Awda Hospital faces closure due to a severe fuel shortage.
• With the international community's eyes upon them, urgent calls for aid and intervention are being made amidst the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

‘Gulf nations should unite for Palestinian cause’

• GCC parliament heads condemn violence against Palestinians, support their struggle for statehood and rights.
• As part of global diplomacy, GCC seeks to to strengthen relations with European and Latin American parliaments.

Intrinsic values, futuristic strategies elevate Dubai

Many Western Socialists back Israel in Gaza conflict

• This TRENDS report delves into the nuanced positions of Western political figures, unveiling a multifaceted blend of support, criticism, and calls for humanitarian intervention
• Pro-Palestinian rallies suggest Western sentiment shift, while history shows American socialists' deep-rooted Israel support. However, there is a change in Western socialist stance