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Egypt has recorded its lowest population growth rate in years, signaling a major shift in demographic trends as the country continues to advance economic reforms. 

China vowed on Tuesday to "fight to the end" against U.S. tariffs as some citizens railed against President Donald Trump after he singled out Beijing for further levies, setting the stage for a standoff between the world's two largest economies.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu promised on Monday to eliminate Israel's trade surplus with the United States, a move likely to be closely watched by world leaders as President Donald Trump's tariff policy roils global markets.

President Donald Trump said on Monday that the United States and Iran were beginning direct talks on Tehran's nuclear program, a surprise announcement after Iranian officials had appeared to rebuff U.S. calls for such negotiations.

On Monday, the heads of six United Nations agencies issued a joint statement urging the urgent renewal of a ceasefire in Gaza, citing the collapse of humanitarian access and the devastating impact on civilians. 

Ahmed Al-Sharaa, Syria’s self-declared interim president and leader of the Islamist coalition that overthrew Bashar al-Assad last December, is set to visit Turkey on Friday, a move signaling Ankara's growing involvement in post-war Syria.

Israel's Supreme Court will hear arguments on Tuesday on whether Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu acted lawfully in sacking the head of the domestic intelligence service amid a political scandal that has fuelled a wave of anti-government protests.

Arab states formally support the Palestinian cause but security, regional and sectarian tensions have strained their ties with the Palestinians scattered across the Middle East, leading to political and military crises.

The morning sun cast long shadows as Abdulilah Mohamed, an elderly resident of the Shambat neighborhood in the Sudanese capital Khartoum, returned to his family home after fleeing from civil war. 

French President Emmanuel Macron stated on Monday that Hamas "must have no part" in the future governance of Gaza, reiterating France’s position that the group should no longer pose a threat to Israel.

Tadej Pogačar (UAE Team Emirates-XRG) delivered a masterclass in solo riding to claim his second consecutive Tour of Flanders title on Sunday, asserting once again why he is the reigning world champion and one of the most complete riders in the modern era.

The UAE’s tourism industry recorded remarkable growth in 2024, driven by strategic leadership, sustainable policies, and a robust vision for economic diversification, according to Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Chairman of the Emirates Tourism Council.