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As Iran’s grip on Hormuz weakens, what leverage does Tehran have left?

Six months into the war, Iran's grip on the Strait of Hormuz is weakening. The world is slowly learning to live with it, oil flows are recovering, alternative routes are expanding and Tehran's own economy is bearing the cost of keeping the waterway under pressure.

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Netanyahu seeks NIS 2.6m. from media outlets over reports of UAE's warning about October 7

Suit targets Haaretz, Ynet, Channel 12, and six journalists and commentators over disputed reports that Arab officials warned Netanyahu before the Hamas attack.

  • Netanyahu sues Haaretz, Yediot Aharonot, Ynet, Channel 12 for NIS 2.6m damages
  • Two disputed accounts: Haaretz's conversation with UAE President, Ynet's Egyptian intelligence claim
  • Netanyahu denies receiving any warnings, alleges reports are politically motivated

Qatari PM: Netanyahu 'war criminal,' rejects claims that Doha funded Hamas military operations

Al Thani also alleged that the Israeli government had organized a campaign against Qatar intended to undermine its role as a mediator. The allegations were presented as his account in the interview.

  • Qatari PM Sheik Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani condemns Netanyahu as war criminal.
  • Al Thani rejects claims Qatar funded Hamas military operations in Gaza.
  • $30 million monthly assistance program to Gaza for fuel, family funds, and salaries.

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