Mid East – Page 1571 – Prologue Journal

Erdogan’s cabinet reshuffle targets Turkey’s foreign relations, economy

Jerusalem Post While the reshuffled Turkish cabinet signals a hoped-for reset in foreign relations and economic recovery, Erdoğan’s hold on policy decisions remains strong. https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-745527

Saudi Arabia’s LIV Golf Deal Is a Triumph That Transcends Sports

New York Times The deal to merge LIV Golf with the PGA Tour is a big win for the oil-rich kingdom, headlining a banner week that also includes a visit from the American secretary of state. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/06/07/world/middleeast/us-saudi-arabia-liv-golf.html

Egypt wants return of PA to Gaza border crossing, Palestinians say

Jerusalem Post The terminal, the only crossing point between Egypt and the Gaza Strip, has been under Hamas’ control since its violent takeover of the Gaza Strip in 2007. https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-745511

20% of Israeli youth have suicidal tendencies amid mental health crisis: Report

Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. A new report reveals that 44% of Israeli youth deal with constant anxiety and depression, while 20% showed tendencies to take their own lives. https://presstv.ir/Detail/2023/06/07/704861/Report-20-Israeli-youth-have-suicidal-tendencies

MBS-Blinken meeting highlights Saudi Arabia’s new Middle East policy – analysis

Jerusalem Post It also showcases how Riyadh has positioned itself in the last year as a center of foreign affairs accomplishments. https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-745509

Assad: Syrian-Arab détente will have positive impact on Lebanon

Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. Syrian President Bashar al-Assad says the recent rapprochement between Damascus and the Arab world will have “a positive impact” on neighboring Lebanon. https://presstv.ir/Detail/2023/06/07/704858/Assad-Recent-Syrian-Arab-detente-have-positive-impact-Lebanon

Palestine calls on UN to blacklist Israel as child rights violator

Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. The Palestinian envoy to the UN calls on the world body’s chief to add Israel to the list of parties responsible for grave violations against children. https://presstv.ir/Detail/2023/06/07/704853/Palestine-urges-UN-blacklist-Israel-child-rights-violator

On the brink: Unpacking Israel’s unilateral strike threat against Iran

Jerusalem Post Israel has reaffirmed its capability for a preemptive strike on Iran, which would likely lead to a multifront war with serious ramifications for the region. https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-745470

OIC demands probe into Israel’s killing of Palestinian toddler

Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. The OIC has condemned Israel for shooting dead a Palestinian toddler in the West Bank, calling for an independent probe into the crime. https://presstv.ir/Detail/2023/06/06/704835/Palestine-OIC-Israel-Mohammad-Tamimi-West-Bank

Leading Palestinian anti-corruption activists questioned for ‘slander’

Jerusalem Post In Ramallah, several Palestinians protested the summoning of the two activists and called for prosecuting Palestinian officials suspected of involvement in financial corruption. https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-745373