Kuwait: His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah chaired a meeting at Bayan Palace to review remarks and requirements of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). This meeting reflects ongoing efforts to align with international financial regulations and standards.
According to Kuwait News Agency, the Supreme Committee for Kuwaiti Citizenship made a decision to revoke Kuwaiti citizenship from a number of cases. This decision emphasizes the government's stance on maintaining the integrity of Kuwaiti nationality.
In other developments, a young Palestinian man was killed by Israeli occupation forces in the eastern part of Khan Younis, located in the southern Gaza Strip. This incident highlights the ongoing tensions and conflict in the region.
Meanwhile, dozens of Israeli settlers stormed the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound on the first day of the holy month of Ramadan. The Jerusalem Governorate reported this event, which adds to the historical and religious sensitivities surrounding the site.
In the Gaza Strip, some 56 Palestinians have passed through the partially opened Rafah crossing with Egypt to receive immediate medical attention. This movement across the border is crucial for addressing urgent health needs amid restrictions.
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) announced a new three-pillar recovery plan for the Gaza Strip. This plan will focus on rubble removal, providing temporary housing, and revitalizing the private sector to aid recovery efforts in the region.
In the United States, visa restrictions have been imposed on 18 Iranian officials in the communication sector. These restrictions are in response to their alleged involvement in inhibiting Iranians' rights to freedom of expression in recent months.
Additionally, the European Union and several countries have expressed grave concern over continued unlawful and deadly attacks on civilians in Sudan's Kordofan and Darfur states. These attacks have drawn international attention and condemnation.
In Geneva, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accused Russia of attempting to prolong negotiations despite the potential for reaching their final stages. This accusation underscores the challenges in diplomatic efforts between the two nations.
In Pakistan, at least 14 militants were killed in separate security operations carried out by the counter-terrorism department in the southwestern province of Balochistan. These operations are part of ongoing efforts to combat militancy in the region.