Gaza Diplomacy Pressure: Egypt, Qatar, Turkey, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Pakistan and Indonesia issued a joint statement urging Israel to move ahead with the latest Gaza framework while keeping American involvement to ensure compliance—while critics warn Israel could be pushed to withdraw before Hamas disarms. Pakistan-Afghanistan Tensions: A report says Pakistan expected the Taliban to serve Islamabad’s interests, but Kabul has pursued alternative partnerships; Islamabad’s response has shifted toward coercion, including border closures and cross-border strikes. US Visa Ruling: A federal judge in Manhattan struck down Trump’s immigrant visa suspension for applicants from 75 countries, calling it “patently unlawful” and beyond the secretary of state’s authority. Kuwait-US Military Talks: Kuwait and the US reviewed joint cooperation at the annual Joint Military Committee meeting and signed an MoU boosting strategic partnership with the Maryland National Guard. Arctic Shipping Test: South Korea sent its first trial container ship through the Northern Sea Route to Europe, aiming to cut transit times as Middle East disruptions reshape trade routes. Lebanon-Syria Justice: Lebanon extradited former Assad-era general Adel Issa to Damascus, a step toward transitional justice amid concerns Syria lacks a full legal framework. UAE Culture & Health: Abu Dhabi healthcare workers created a giant Onam Pookalam, highlighting community ties and the UAE’s multicultural public life. Aviation Milestone (Qatar): Maryam Al Naimi became the first Qatari woman to obtain an Air Navigation Services Inspector licence, marking a breakthrough in the aviation sector.