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- 1Yemeni Activist Luai Ahmed Tells UN: 'Our Problem in the Middle East is Not Israel'●“Our Problem in the Middle East is Not Israel” — Luai Ahmed Delivers Rare Moment of Truth at the UN
Yemeni activist and writer Luai Ahmed delivered a speech at the United Nations arguing that the region's core problems are not Israel but the failures of its own governments and ideologies. His address, highlighted by the watchdog group UN Watch, has drawn wide attention and is being shared as a striking departure from the usual rhetoric at UN forums, with supporters calling it a rare moment of candour.
- 2Israel election draws close attention across Africa▼From Morocco to South Africa, Israel election watched closely across Africa
Israel's election is being followed closely far beyond the Middle East, with coverage noting interest in countries from Morocco to South Africa. African governments and publics have a stake in the outcome given the region's ties to Israel, including trade, security cooperation and the Palestinian issue. Analysts are watching to see whether the result shifts Israeli policy toward African nations and the peace process.
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Israeli Ambassador to the United Nations Danny Danon and US Ambassador to the UN Mike Waltz held a meeting with Latin American diplomats at the United Nations. The gathering signals continued coordination between Israel and the United States on building support among Latin American member states at the world body, where votes on Middle East issues often hinge on smaller nations' positions.