Israel suspends fuel deliveries to Gaza over arson attacks
Craig TaylorThe government says it is responding to arson attacks, but Hamas warns of “dangerous consequences”. BBC News – Middle East
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Egypt military officers get immunity over 2013 crackdown
Commanders may be shielded from prosecution over the violence after President Mohammed Morsi’s ousting. BBC News – Middle East
Israel deals ‘hardest blow’ to Hamas since 2014 Gaza war
Benjamin Netanyahu says attacks on Gaza, in response to rockets fired on Israel, could be stepped up. BBC News – Middle East
Saudi Arabia woman ‘arrested for hugging’ singer Majid al-Mohandis
Videos showed the woman darting on stage to hug Arab singing star Majid al-Mohandis. BBC News – Middle East
Deraa, birthplace of Syria uprising, retaken by government forces
Soldiers enter the rebel-held part of Deraa, the city where the anti-Assad revolt began. BBC News – Middle East
Syria war: Government attacks IS enclave in south-west
A corner of Deraa province under jihadist control is reportedly coming under heavy bombardment. BBC News – Middle East